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Every Tuesday and Thursday, the ultimate party boat goes on a relaxing Sunset Cruise along the intracoastal waterways of Jupiter.

The PonTiki, is a pontoon boat that features a friendly captain that takes you on a tour to some of the best sightseeing areas to watch the sunset.

The sunset cruise takes place on one of their newest boats Shaka. Shaka is the largest boat of the Pontiki Fleet so far. The floating party boat features a full bathroom, couches for seating and can accommodate up to 40 guests. The cruise offers complimentary beverages of water, soda and beer. You are welcomed to bring your own snacks and beverages for the cruise.

The boat leaves from Harbourside Place in Jupiter near the Amphitheater. The Sunset Cruises are offered every Tuesday…

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The 7th Annual Spiny Lobster Fest is back and is happening this weekend at the Sailfish Marina on Singer Island.

The family-friendly event features a variety of local lobster dishes, live music and entertainment, nautical art, marine sports appeal, water slides, kid’s activities, street vendors, silent auctions and much more.

The popular “Lobster Pet Costume Contest” will be returning again this year and the crowd favorite will win a grand prize gift basket from the Woof Gang Bakery and a weekend stay at the Sailfish Marina Resort.

The festival will take place this Saturday, August 10th on the new Tiki Lawn green space across from the restaurant from noon to 8 pm. The price to attend is $10 dollars and includes one free food ticket. Children ages 12 and…

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The River Center in Jupiter is teaming up with the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary “Flortilla 52” for a Boating Safety Class on Saturday, June 22nd. The boating safety classes are aimed to promote safety on the water. The classes are aimed for children and teens but all are welcomed to attend.

The class is taught by the US Coast Guard Auxiliary in a lecture style class. Those who attend the class are required to take and pass the Boater Safety Exam to receive their safety card issued by the State of Florida. The State of Florida’s Fish and Wildlife Conversation requires that any person who wishes to operate a vessel of more than 10 horsepower and is born after January 1, 1988 must complete and pass a boater safety class.

The class is free to attend…

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Fishing is a popular activity here in South Florida. According to the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, South Florida is home to more than 1,000 marine life species. The most common fish found in the waters are redfish, snook, bonefish, sailfish, tarpon, tuna, marlin, mackerel, flounder, snapper, spadefish, dolphin, and much more. To view the recent fishing forecast for Jupiter and Palm Beach County, click here.

Here are some of the most popular fishing destinations in South Florida.

John D. MacArthur Beach State Park: fishing in the lagoon very popular in the state park on the north end of Singer Island. You can expect to see trout, snook, blue fish, flounder, pompano, sharks, snapper, barracuda, red drum and more. The admission to the park…

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Pontoon boats have been more popular in the marine industry for recreational boating. Pontoon boats are very popular among large parties and families because of the large amount of space, easiness to get in and out off, and storage.

Pontoon boats are the perfect way to get out on the water and sight see up and down the intracoastal. The boats range in feet and some can hold up to 50 or more people and have become the newest trend for special events, parties and tours.

The Pontiki, docked at Harbourside Place and the Square Grouper in Jupiter. The Pontiki is the ultimate fleet of party pontoons perfect for private or public events. Some of their popular cruises include: Sunset Cruises, Friends and Family Cruises, Fool Moon Cruises, Wine Down Wednesday…

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The Palm Beaches have some of the best fishing and boating charters in the country. Whether you are a resident looking for a guiding hand or here on vacation, here are a few charters you might want to try.

Adventure Watersports

One of Adventure Watersports’ most popular offerings is their private charter service, where one price will get you cruising the waterways on a well-appointed 27-foot Sea Ray Sundeck. What you do on the trip is up to you: go bar-hopping, watch the sunset, take a swim or give the kids an afternoon of thrilling watersports like tubing or wakeboarding. A sunset cruise option offers a placid cruise to watch a colorful sunset.

Black Dog Charters

If you’re a serious angler, then you might want a charter focused on finding…

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The Juno Beach Pier and the Loggerhead Marinelife Center are hosting their 5th Annual Juno Beach Pier Photo Contest. Submissions will be accepted for the perfect photo of the Juno Beach Pier until Friday, May 31st

The Juno Beach Pier is a treasured icon in Palm Beach County and the pier is used by fishermen and women, tourists and locals who just want to get a good view of the ocean or catch some of the best fish in our area.

Last year, the contest brought contestants from all over Palm Beach County and more than 80 photo submissions and the photos got over 40,000 views on Facebook.

The photos of the pier must reveal one’s own “pier-spective” of the iconic Juno Beach Pier. All submissions will be uploaded to their Facebook page for the public and the…

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The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary “Flotilla 52” and the River Center in Jupiter have teamed up again for another Boating Safety Class this Saturday, May 18th. The safety classes are aimed for young boaters and teens but all are welcomed to attend the boating safety class.

The classes are taught in a lecture style learning and at the end of the class, those who attend are required to take and pass the boater safety test to receive their Boater Safety Card issued by the State of Florida’s Fish and Wildlife Conversation Commission. The State of Florida requires that any person born after January 1st, 1988, and who wishes to operate a vessel of 10 horsepower or more must pass a Boater’s Safety Course and received their Boater Safety Card.

The…

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The River Center in Jupiter is hosting their family friendly event this Wednesday, May 8th. The Sandbar and Seashells Family Boating Tour and Snorkeling Exploration for a trip along the Loxahatchee River.

The boat will launch from the Burt Reynold’s Park on US Highway 1 at 1:30 pm. Climb aboard the Osprey boat to hunt for shells and Marinelife at the sandbar, soak up the sun and snorkel along the sandbar and waters.

Those who attend are asked to bring your own water shoes, water, snacks, and snorkel gear. The event is this Wednesday, May 8th form 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. Registration is required due to space. The cost to attend is $30 dollars for adults and $20 dollars for children. To register, click here.

More dates for the Family Boat Tour:
Tuesday, July…

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The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary “Flotilla 52” and The Loxahatchee River Center in Jupiter get together a few times a year to provide boating safety courses. The classes are aimed for young boaters, but all are welcomed to attend who wish to learn more about boating and water safety.

The classes are provided by the AustinBlu Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness and promote educational programs and water safety.

The class is free, however there is a $10-dollar deposit required to hold and reserve a spot. The deposit will be returned in full at the end of the class.
The next class is Saturday, April 20th at The Loxahatchee River Center in Jupiter. The State of Florida requires that anyone who wishes to operate a…

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