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SURROUNDED BY WATER

Whether you are a boating enthusiast, enjoy sunbathing, snorkeling, fishing or even building sand castles, you have probably dreamed of owning property on the water—no matter if your vessel of choice is a deep-draft sailboat, flats boat or kayak. The boating paradise from around the country that is worth considering is Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with great access to the water, local boating amenities and variety of waterfront real estate.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida has lots of waterways and beaches for all the fun wet activities. If you are new to the area or visit South Florida often, it is understood that everyone should get acquainted with all the boating and fishing opportunities in the area.

Due to the many canals and waterways that join together…

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2nd Quarter 2014 LOCAL MARKET UPDATE

The Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches releases statistics of all aspects of residential and commercial sales in our area.   The organization released the following statement:

    “The second quarter of every year is historically the busiest quarter of the entire real estate season; however due to a recovered economy, the second quarter of this year has set a brand new precedent in the single family homes category.  Townhomes and condos also had a strong showing, but inventory isn’t high enough to produce record setting closed sales.  The high demand to live in one of the most beautiful places on earth is also driving average and median sale prices up for single-family homes as well as townhouses and condos. “

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"I DO" CAMPAIGN

The Wildlife Foundation of Florida encourages everyone to purchase a fishing license, one of the most effective ways to invest in Florida's future. The $17 fee for a fishing license is really an investment that keeps fishing alive and well in Florida. The fee goes directly to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), which is required by law to use those dollars strictly for fishing programs.

There is a New TrophyCatch website called “I Do” Campaign. Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) staff was at the world largest tackle trade show, ICAST, when it came to Florida, the “Fishing Capital of the World” in July. ICAST attracted 11,000 plus attendees, all of whom were professionals involved with recreational fishing. Fishing in Florida…

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LOCAL FUEL DOCK PRICES at LOCAL AREA MARINAS

Most boat owners know that the ethanol found in most gasoline will wreak havoc on a marine engine.  Make sure you are using additives that help combat the effects of ethanol gasoline, try to use gasoline that is ethanol–free.  Marinas in Florida vary in their offering of ethanol free gas, but making an effort may reap huge rewards.

Take a look at local area marina fuel prices and see how they compare as of August 15 are as follows:

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ENCHANTED COASTAL LIVING

A beachy bungalow reveals plenty of personality and a relaxed laid-back vibe.  However, it can mean much, much more than just living by the beach.   Enchanted coastal living encompasses a way of life – blue skies, sunshine, wonderful beaches, and happy, healthy people.  People living a better lifestyle in a pleasant environment.   

What does waterfront living mean to you?   Is it a custom-built enchanted beach bungalow from the ground up or a snazzy condominium overlooking bright blue Atlantic Ocean views?  Possibly, a magnificent estate overlooking the wide water of the Loxahatchee River or a private, gated waterfront country club community might be your idea of living on the water’s edge.

“Coastal living” is just a tag line after all.  You do…

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DOLPHIN & WHALE 911

Want to be a marine hero? If you are a boater or a regular beach visitor there is now an easy way to help aid a stranded or injured dolphin or whale. There is an APP for that called: “Dolphin & Whale 911” which enables you to immediately report live or dead, stranded, injured or entangled dolphins, whales and seals in the Southeastern United States (Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North and South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands). This app supports you to report animals in distress and in need of assistance.

The report will connect you to the Southeast U.S. Marine Mammal Stranding Network and locate the nearest response hotline to your location, so that trained responders and veterinarians can recover or rescue…

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IN EARLY 1900’s JUPITER KIDS RODE A SCHOOLBUS BOAT

The population of the Jupiter area was 145. In 1905 Reverend Dr. Charles P. Jackson started an elementary school for the children of Neptune (Jupiter).  Neptune was the designation for the area and the post office along the Florida East Coast Railroad.   Lighthouse keeper, James Armour, opened the Jupiter Post Office during 1884.  After three years of inactivity, Mary Moore Carlin reopened the Post Office in 1887 at the Jupiter Lifesaving Station, where her husband, Charles Carlin was the keeper.

The good people of this area converted a lifeboat from the battleship U.S.S. Maine and it served as a “school bus” for the children.  Later a ferry service across the Loxahatchee River transported the children until a bridge replaced it in 1911 when a…

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SUNSET CELEBRATION at SAILFISH MARINA

Sailfish Marina, located at 96 Lake Drive in West Palm Beach, will be hosting one of the premiere arts and crafts shows in the Palm Beaches this and every Thursday.  Nestled in the beautiful tropical setting you will find blown glass, wooden sculptures, pottery, gold and silver jewelry and much, much more.   Over 35 artists come from as far away as Seattle, Washington.  It has something for everyone.

Make your way to the Sailfish Marina on Singer Island Thursday at sunset.  Lining the seawall at 6pm, are the vendors and local artists.  Enjoy classic Floridian cuisine.   The Sailfish Marina offers conch fritters, grouper dogs, and island cocktails for purchase.  A steel drum band is playing in the background and talented guitarists often entertain…

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THE EXTREME SUMMER SLAM

Get ready for one of the most exclusive offshore kayak fishing tournaments in the nation based out of Pompano Beach, FL. This Saturday August 16, 2014, Extreme Kayak Fishing Inc. is the biggest offshore kayak fishing tournament on the East Coast. The battle for the series champion will be heated due to the attraction from anglers all over the United States.

The Extreme Kayak Fishing Tournament started three years ago and is only expanding with the new tournament location in Freeport, Grand Bahama, since the crews are after the bigger game.
This is the final chapter Part 2 of The Extreme Summer Slam, the angler that has the most weight of the catches combined from the Part 1 tournament with the Part 2 wins the Extreme Super Bowl Ring!

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FRIENDLIEST CITIES IN AMERICA

In this area, it is hard not to see a smiling face with the abundant natural beauty of beaches, waterways, and perpetual sunshine!  Ask anyone around here “What is the friendliest city in America?” and the response will probably be their hometown of Jupiter, Stuart, North Palm Beach, or a number of any of the nearby cities.

According to Conde Nast’s annual Reader’s Choice Survey for 2014 via The Palm Beach Post:

#10 friendliest city is Ashville, NC

# 9 friendliest city is Nashville, TN

# 8 friendliest city is Key West, FL

# 7 friendliest city is Jackson Hole, FL

# 6 friendliest city is Fort Worth, TX

# 5 friendliest city is New Orleans, LA

# 4 friendliest city is Telluride, CO

# 3 friendliest city is San Antonio, TX

# 2 friendliest…

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