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Palm Beach County has lots of awesome outdoor recreation activities to fit everyone’s interests. Here are 5 fun things for thrill seekers to do in Palm Beach County.

Skydive

 Freefall over West Palm Beach with the Sky Dive Palm Beach crew. You’ll leave out of the Glades Airport in Pahokee and tandem skydive with a professional. Push your limits, face your fears and accomplish the jump! View more info here.

Climb the Lighthouse

The breeze-filled spiral staircase leading up to the top of the Jupiter Lighthouse is a workout. Once you climb the 105 steps to the top, you can look through the Fresnel lens for an incredible view of the bright blue Jupiter Intracoastal and the Atlantic Ocean. For more info click here.

Dive the Artificial Reefs

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Here are three great spots to have fun in the water around the Palm Beaches.

Jet Skiing

Jet-ski rentals are available in the heart of downtown West Palm. From the docks, you can jaunt south down the Intracoastal to race past views of the downtown skyline, sprawling Palm Beach estates and the famous Mar-A-Lago.

Sailing

Embrace the breezy days of The Palm Beaches and set sail on the Intracoastal. Catamaran rentals are available at Get Wet Watersports in Riviera Beach, just before the Blue Heron Bridge. Their fleet has two versions of Hobie Cat available, depending on your skill set and party size.

Kayaking

The best way to go kayaking in South Florida is to catch a Hide Tide Ride at Jupiter Inlet. A water taxi will take you for a…

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This weekend’s weather is perfect for a camping trip with your family. Here are some camping locations you are sure to enjoy.

Lion Country Safari

Lion Country Safari's KOA campground opened in November 1983. The Travel Channel named it “One of the World’s Top Ten Richest RV Parks” for the experience of sleeping yards from wild animals at Lion Country Safari’s drive-through safari. Campers can hear lions roar and siamangs hoot throughout the day!

Where: 2000 Lion Country Safari Rd, Loxahatchee, FL 33470

John Prince Park Campground

John Prince Park Campground in Lake Worth offers distinctly local vibes and a mix of tent and RV camping on the banks of idyllic Lake Osborne. Spend the days freshwater fishing on the boat, and spend your…

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The Abacoa Golf Club in Jupiter is a place for those who enjoy the fun of the sport. The course features multiple elevations, beautiful views, new landscaping and an outside bar at the 18th hole.

The course was the last one designed by renowned course architect Joe Lee in 1999 before his death. Matching his style, the course has many elevation changes, sloping fairways with few hindrances, 14 holes surrounded by water and picturesque views of the surrounding wetlands and wildlife. Recently the course underwent a $1 million renovation which improved the lake banks, created new landscaping and new golf cart paths, and birthed the Abacoa Golf Club Academy. The bar at the clubhouse is also a cool spot for refreshing drinks after the game.

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The Hobe Sound Nature Center is perfect for South Floridians looking to learn more about their local flora and fauna. The Center is a private, non-profit organization whose mission is to bring environmental education and awareness to the local community.

The Nature Center

The Nature Center was opened by a Jupiter Island couple in 1973 to help educate people of all ages about Florida's fragile ecosystems and environment. It has a 30+ year partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service which allows it to conduct educational programs on-site, while the service provides and maintains the facility.

In the 80s the Center created the "Friends of the Nature Center" to help gain support and encourage people to make an effort in helping with the…

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The Palm Beaches has some of the most picturesque places under the sun. Here are a few beautiful Palm Beach County locations that you should check out.

Juno Pier

The Juno Pier makes for the perfect, classic, Palm Beach photo. Whether you snap a selfie of yourself with your back to the clear, blue ocean, or take a picture with your toes in the sand, you can’t go wrong with the Juno Pier.

Pineapple Grove

A charming enclave located just off Atlantic Avenue beginning down NE Second Street, the Pineapple Grove Arts District features an eclectic mix of boutiques, bistros, art galleries, salons and spas.  The exciting pubic artwork and Artists Alley with working artist studios beckon, as well as cutting edge entertainment at Arts Garage.

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There are many fun, recurring events happening every weekend in Lake Worth, here are a few that you might enjoy.

Beach Bonfire

Lake Worth Beach Bonfire: Check out one of Lake Worth’s most popular events from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at Lake Worth Beach, 10 S. Ocean Blvd. Down a few cold ones, listen to some good music and chill with the wonderful company.

Sidewalk Sale

Looking for a few good buys? You may find them from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday in downtown Lake Worth. Vendors can call 561-398-8340 for more information.

Farmer’s Market

Hit up the Lake Worth Farmer's Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Old Bridge Park, 1973 Lake Ave.

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The Palm Beaches offer year-round golfing on some of the best courses in the country. But just because the courses are great, it doesn’t mean your game will be. So, here’s a guide for those of you in South Florida who want to improve your golf skills.

GOLFTEC

GOLFTEC in Palm Beach Gardens offers precise, high-tech solutions to your golfing problems. You can head to GOLFTEC to improve your game or to find the perfect, custom set of clubs.

John Webster

The John Webster Golf Academy at the Breakers in Palm Beach has a world-class team, two championship courses and a golf curriculum that’s second to none. Devoted to excellence and driven by a deep, authentic love of the game, the Academy team offers private instruction, clinics, club fitting,…

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Okeeheelee Park is a natural preserve, just west of Palm Beach, which has miles of biking, running and hiking trails spanning across 90 acres of woods and wetlands.

Okeeheelee is the perfect park for getting active, for relaxing or for just hanging out and enjoying the wonderful South Florida weather. The quiet parklands are home to many species of indigenous wildlife, flora, birds and butterflies.  Furry friends on leases are permitted at Okeeheelee Park.  They have a dog park, as well as an equestrian center.  In addition to the paths at Okeeheelee Park, find boat ramps, baseball and softball fields, tennis courts, a playground, a nature center and a golf course. The multifaceted park offers free parking, restrooms and picnic areas with grills…

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The Hobe Sound Nature Center, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization, dedicated to promoting environmental mindfulness in the public. The center was founded in 1973 by and continues to receive major support from the Jupiter Island Garden Club. They conduct environmental education and awareness programs about the Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge. It is the largest contiguous segment of natural beaches in Southeast Florida.

The Tequesta, Ais, and Jaega native tribes were hunter-gatherers of Jupiter Island and the surrounding area during the 18th century when the Europeans arrived. Hobe Sound’s name derived from the Jaega, or the “Jobe” native people. The diverse array of plants on the Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge were used by early…

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