If you are looking for an elegant escape for Valentine’s Day, consider Eau Palm Beach Resort and Spa, 100 South Ocean Boulevard, Manalapan, will surely melt your sweethearts’ heart. Escape to romance with your special someone at the intimate ocean retreat. The sophisticated resort is situated on a private beach on seven acres of the Atlantic Ocean coast with breathtaking ocean views and lush tropical gardens,

The AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five-Star Resort has been recognized as one of Florida’s top resorts in 2015 and 2016 by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards.  Upon check-in, guests are escorted to luxurious rooms designed by Jonathan Adler. Many of the suites feature private balconies with hanging chairs to relax and delight in the…

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Fishing is a popular activity in South Florida. Whether you’re a beginner or have been fishing for years, the waterways of Jupiter and the Loxahatchee River provide an ideal spot for a large variety of inshore and offshore fishing along the 380-mile intercostal waterways of Florida. Some of the fish included Speckled Sea Trout, Jacks, Redfish, Snook, Pompano and the seasonal Tarpon, all found in the waterways along Jupiter.

Both the northern and southern jetties of the Jupiter Inlet have massive schools of Redfish and Snooks, that Jupiter has been labelled the “Snook Capital of the World”. You can look for Snook feeding off minnows and shrimp at night near lighted areas near the waterways.

The best time to fish for Snook is in the summer months, but…

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Friends of Jupiter Beach has been organizing beach cleanups on the FIRST Saturday of every month since 1994. Volunteers, ages 4 to 84 and multiple generations, arrive from 15 area zip codes to help remove trash & recyclables, then gather for a delightful continental breakfast & “thanks for coming” door prizes.

If you’re interested in helping keep our beaches clean consider coming out this Saturday! It’s a nice, leisurely way that South Florida residents of all ages can contribute to their community. Here’s what you need to know if you want to participate:

MEET: 8:00am SHARP every First Saturday of the Month! Ocean Cay Park, southeast corner of US Hwy. 1 at 2188 Marcinski Road. (North of Donald Ross Rd., South of Indiantown Rd.) Anita Lankler…

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Every day of the week, the Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach hosts Public Daily Tours of their Sea Turtle Facility. Visitors will get an up-close opportunity to see the sea turtles and fish houses in the research and rehabilitation center.

The Marinelife Center’s tours are open to the public and all are welcomed to attend to see how the center operates. The tours last approximately an hour and are led by the educational experts and the staff of the center to answers all of your questions.

The tours cost $10 for adults and $5 dollars for children under 8 years old. Those who wish to attend can register online or at the Guest Service Desk in the main lobby. The tours are limited to 15 people per tour due to the amount of space.

The next tour is…

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Nestled between Jupiter and North Palm Beach, Juno Beach is home to a laid-back atmosphere and a beautiful sandy coastline. Juno Beach is located on a barrier island between the Intracoastal waterway and the Atlantic Ocean. The popular of the small town is roughly around 3,700 as of 2017 and is home to the Loggerhead Marinelife Center, the Juno Beach Pier, and gets to witness the Sea Turtle Nesting season every year.

On any given day, you’ll see fishermen and visitors on the Juno Beach Pier hoping to get a glimpse at some of the Marinelife below. The pier is a main hub of the town and features a snack bar, bait shop, fishing pole rentals, and a perfect view. The pier is part of the Juno Beach Park which is a popular beach spot for surfers,…

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 Martin County locals know when it’s time to get outdoors and enjoy the bountiful fresh air. It’s happening at the 13th Annual Port Salerno Seafood Festival this Saturday, January 26, 2019 from 10:00am- 8:00pm.  The festival assures us that “the fish is fresh, the beer is cold, and the smiles are always warm!”. 

The seafood festival began as a neighborhood fish fry and dock party along the waterfront of Port Salerno.  The Port Salerno community was amid a revitalization chapter during 2006.   A small group of concerned locals met at a fish fry hoping to bring positive awareness to the area’s historic commercial fishing trade and gather support for the community.

The fish fry continued to grow year after year. This year the Port Salerno Seafood…

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For the first time ever, the Loggerhead Marinelife Center is hosting their Sea Turtle Sleepover this upcoming Saturday, January 26th.

The Sea Turtle Sleepover is an exclusive program for children between the ages of 8 and 12 years old. Besides the sleepover that nighttime program includes a tour of the Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s Outdoor Sea Turtle Hospital, snacks and pizza, movie time, children’s activities, a chance to meet the sea turtle patients, a scavenger hunt, and concludes with the ultimate slumber party. You are allowed to bring your own snacks and drinks for the night, the center asks that all drinks be in a reusable container.

The sleepover is a drop-off, sleep away program, and attendance for parents and chaperones is optional. If a…

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 Palm Beach County has gone to the birds – bird watching that is!  Bird watching in South Florida is a big deal – even bigger than you might imagine!  As a matter of fact, birding is second only to beach-related activities as a form of outdoor recreation for both visitors and residents. If you’re already into birding, you probably know that Florida is considered one of the best places in the world for the fresh air activity. The birding trend is still on the rise, so count on seeing more and more people carrying binoculars and spotting scopes around the Sunshine State. Check out some of these great spots for bird watching.

Juno Dunes Natural Area is a 576-acre nature preserve and oceanfront park located at 14501 U.S. Highway One, Juno Beach. Just off…

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South Florida is known for its award-winning parks and some of the state’s best kept secrets. The parks can be very impressive and spacious, some even have campgrounds and rivers.

The Sun-Sentintel wrote an article recently featuring some of the Best 7 County Parks in South Florida and Riverbend Park in Jupiter is on the list. The park is 665.62 acres and several improvements have recently been made to the park. The new improvements include an observation area, outdoor picnic pavilion, restrooms, new kayak launching stations, and a parking lot.

Riverbend Park is a popular park located on Indiantown Road near Jupiter Farms. Riverbend is becoming the latest recreational hotspot. The park has several rivers running through the park including the…

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The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse sits on top of a grassy mount overlooking Jupiter and the Inlet. The red lighthouse has been a part of Jupiter’s culture since it began construction in 1853. Today the lighthouse is open 7 days a week and hosts a series of events throughout the week.

Here is a list of events happening at the lighthouse this January.

Lighthouse Sunset Tour: Wednesday, January 16th, January 23rd, and January 30th
Visitors can climb to the top of the lighthouse and take in the wonderful views while watching the light turn on to brighten the sky. You’ll also be able to tour the lighthouse watch room to see how everything works. The tour is approximately 75 minutes and costs $20 dollars per person and $15 dollars for Lighthouse members. The…

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