Ruth BurkeAuthor Ruth Burke has been preserving the history of the Clear Lake Area with her photographs since 1978. Her images have been featured in numerous publications and are a part of many private art collections. She is the owner of Seaside Gallery, locaed near the north shore of Clear Lake. Coauthor Rebecca Collins is a journalist and a native of the area. Her coverage of local news and events spans over 10 years. She is the owner and publisher of the Bay Area Observer newspaper. Read More Read Less