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This Saturday, May 11th the 5th Annual Live Like Jake 5K Run and Walk is taking place at the Abacoa Town Center in Jupiter. The Run and walk benefits and continues to raise money for ISR self-rescue swimming lessons to help prevent childhood drowning.

The 3.1. mile run and walk is an asphalt course and is a USATF Certified Course. The 5K runners will be electronically chip-timed during the run. During the run there will also be a Jake’s Mile walk and all ages are welcomed to attend.

Finisher medals will be awarded to all runners. Awards will be given to the overall Masters and Grandmasters for both male and female winners for each age group.

If you are unable to attend but wish to participate you can register for the Virtual 5K Run or Walk and post…

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The Florida State Park is located in Martin County between Tequesta and Hobe Sound just 5 miles north of Jupiter. The park features a variety of natural habitats, river swamps, wildlife, 16 natural communities, hiking and biking trails, water activities, guided tours, food courts, and mangroves. Jonathan Dickinson State Park has the Loxahatchee River, Florida’s first federally designated scenic and wild river runs through the middle of the park. In 2013, the state park won the TripAdvisior’s Certificate of Excellence.

The park got its name after a Quaker merchant named Jonathan Dickinson wrecked his boat off the coast in 1696. The park served as the home to Camp Murphy, an army base for the Southern Signal Corps School during the second World War.…

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According to the Florida Bicycle Association, the month of March is Florida’s Bike Month. Through the month there are several bike riding events around the state to promote their mission by working together to build a bicycle-friendly state. Since the spring weather is perfect for cycling, here are some of the best places to ride your bike in Palm Beach County.

The Riverwalk in Jupiter: Start your route along the Riverwalk at Harbourside Place. Along the 2.5-mile journey you’ll pass by residential areas, marinas, natural ridge areas, commercial properties, and waterside parks. The Riverwalk provides a great view of the Intracoastal and the Jupiter Inlet. If you are looking to rent a bike for the journey, Jupiter Bike Rental provides rentals starting at…

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