The 2020 Sea Turtle Nesting Season is set to begin March 1st and last until October 31st and the Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach is hoping for another record-breaking season. The beaches of Juno Beach will be monitored daily during this time and the Loggerhead Marinelife Center and Juno Beach support nearly 5 percent of the world’s loggerhead sea turtles.

Along the 9.5 miles of sandy shoreline, thousands of sea turtles lay their eggs in the sand. The nests usually contain about 100 eggs in each and requires 45 to 60 days to hatch roughly. Juno Beach is one of the most populated sea turtle nesting areas in the world. The main reason is being so close to the gulf stream current that bends toward Florida and its close proximity to the Sargasso…

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On select nights during the week, the ultimate party boat hosts their weekly wine cruise. Head over to Harbourside Place in Jupiter on Wednesday evenings and board the PonTiki for their Wine Down Wednesday’s.

The PonTiki is a local Jupiter company that features a series of ponton party boats with friendly Captains that gives your tours of Jupiter and the intracoastal waterways. The PonTiki boats are perfect for family gatherings, parties, events, birthday and more.

On Wednesday, the PonTiki features their Wine Down Wednesday event. The cruise includes a friendly Captain, a sightseeing tour of Jupiter, and music. The Wine Cruise will take place on the newest and biggest boat of the fleet, The Shaka. The Shaka boat is full of amenities including a full…

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Head to the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum on Wednesday nights for the Lighthouse Sunset Tour.

The Lighthouse Sunset Tour includes a climb to the top of the lighthouse tower to see the spectacular sunset views of Jupiter and the surrounding towns. Visitors will also get to see the Jupiter Lighthouse Light turn on and illuminate the sky and get to go inside the lighthouse watchroom to see how everything works.

This February, there are two remaining tours left for this month. The tours last approximately 75 minutes and children are welcomed to attend and must be 48 inches tall to climb the lighthouse tower’s 105 steps with an adult. Tickets can be purchased online and cost $25 dollars per person and $20 dollars per Lighthouse Members. The tours are…

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The Sailfish Challenge is leg two of a 3-leg sailfish tournament series called Quest for the Crest which attracts elite billfishing teams from all over the globe to South Florida. A $2 million purse in the midst of peak sailfishing season provides for a highly competitive layout, and teams go all-in to become deemed the #1 sailfishing team in the world.

February 19-23, the Sailfish Challenge will be hosted from three checkpoints- Government Cut in Miami, Hillsborough Inlet in Pompano Beach, and Palm Beach Inlet in Palm Beach.

The tournament also boasts a unique ‘Coin Challenge’ competition that randomly assigns teams in groups by color to see who can release the most sailfish in the tournament!

This year, the kickoff party will be at IGFA…

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Swordfishing has increased in popularity ten-fold in the past couple of years, mainly because of the recent development of daytime swordfishing (it used to primarily be done at night) and accessibility of electric reels. If you love fishing, I'm sure a swordfish is on your bucket list. The good news is, Palm Beach County residents and visitors alike have plenty access to fishing charters. Whether swordfishing is something to cross off of your bucketlist, or you want to learn how to rig and do it yourself, below is a list of friendly local captains who can help your dreams come true.

Lemieux Fishing Charters

  • Captain Chris Lemieux
  • Address: 7848 S Federal Highway, Hypoluxo
  • Phone: 561.767.6211

A Boynton Beach Firefighter, Captain Chris…

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The River Center in Jupiter teams up once a month with the United States Coast Guard for a Boater’s Safety Course. The Safety Course is aimed for young adults and teens by all are welcomed to attend and learn more about safety on the water.

The class is taught in a lecture style class by the US Coast Guard Auxiliary “Flortilla 52”. The State of Florida and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation requires that any person wishing to operate a vessel of 10 horsepower or more and is born after January 1st, 1988 must complete and pass a Boater Safety Course and receive their Boater Safety Identification Card.

The Safety Course is free to attend but a $10 dollar deposit is required to reserve your spot in the class. The deposit will be refunded at the end of…

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Congratulations to “Ma Sheila” fishing team on their tournament win of the premier IGFA Light Tackle Invitational, and to team member Jeff Wright also won top angler!

IGFA’s newest exclusive two-day tournament, known for its maximum line class of 12 pounds and strict adherence to IGFA Angling Rules, is sure to be a local favorite for years to come. Hosted at Sailfish Marina on Singer Island, Florida, the IGFA Light Tackle Invitational prides itself in being a genuine “angler’s tournament”- a platform for light tackle anglers from around the globe to showcase their skills and sportsmanship.

All proceeds from the IGFA Light Tackle Invitational will benefit the IGFA Great Marlin Race, the world’s most extensive billfish satellite tagging program,…

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The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum is hosting their popular Jupiter Climb and Paddle event this week.

The event starts with a climb to the top of Jupiter’s iconic red Lighthouse and get your chance to see the incredible views of Jupiter and the waterways. The Lighthouse tower is 105 steps to the top and those who attend the event must be able to climb the tower’s steps.

Following the tour of the Lighthouse, the friends at the Jupiter Outdoor Center will guide the guests on paddleboards or kayaks through the waters of the Jupiter Inlet and nearby waterways for a tour and history from the water. During past events, those who attend often have seen manatees, sea turtles, birds and other marinelife along the journey.

The Jupiter Climb and Paddle event is…

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Valentine's day is coming up, and whether you don't care, or you have a special someone you'd like to impress, dinner dates aren't always very exciting. Here are a few different Valentine's Day date ideas that are sure to make you stand out from the crowd.

Dog Day at the Beach

Let’s be honest with each other- good people love dogs. What better way to find out if your valentine has a heart of gold than by playing with puppies on the beach? Bring your own well-behaved dog, or just go to Jupiter’s Dog Beach! There are always so many playful pooches there that it’s usually not too weird if you say hi to a few. For an extra touch, pack a meal for your sweetheart and a few dog treats!

Adopt a Turtle at Loggerhead Marinelife Center

Matching tattoos =…

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Get ready for the 5th Annual Palm Beach PaddleFest is back this weekend. The family-friendly event is taking place at Harbourside Place in Jupiter.

The Paddlefest event features two timed races with cash prizes and trophies for the winners. The event will also feature a kid’s SUP race, free kayak eco-tours, Yoga, an exhibitor expo, face painting, live music, and much more.

The Paddlefest caters to both new and experienced paddle boarders. There are going to be two types of races, a 2-mile race and a longer 6-mile race. Each race will be made up of 6 categories for both men and women. The categories include SUP12’6, SUP 14, Prone (All), OC-1, OC-2, Surfski Single, Kayak and Other. There will also be a Kid’s Fun SUP Race and medals will be given to all…

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