In the small town of Hobe Sound, the sun beats down on the sandy beaches, and the salty breeze carries the tales of a bygone era. The town has a rich history that speaks of a simpler time, when the land was still wild and the sea was still full of fish. The Ais Indians were the first to call this place home. They lived off the land, fishing and hunting in the lush forests that surrounded the town. The Ais word for “turtle” is “hobe,” and the area was once teeming with these creatures. Thus, the town was named Hobe Sound. As time passed, Hobe Sound began to attract…