Years ago, the State of Florida created a short sportsman season to allow recreational divers to catch lobsters before the commercial lobster season begins. Lobster mini season is a highly anticipated event every year. When the official mini season kicks off, the coastal areas of Florida are flooded with lobster hunters trying to get their share of the bounty. The mini season is always the last consecutive Wednesday and Thursday in July. This year the mini season falls on July 26th and 27th. It begins at 12:01 am on Wednesday and ends at 12:00 midnight on Thursday. The regular 8 month lobster season is August 6 through March 31.There are several very important things to keep in mind before you go bug hunting. You will need to purchase a Recreational…

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The beloved Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC) located in Juno Beach, Florida is more than just a place to visit turtles and see amazing, local marine life. It is a place of miracles. The loving and intelligent staff at LMC work constantly to save, rehabilitate and release sea turtles that have been found sick or injured back into their natural environment. 

Tomorrow, July 12th at 10:30 in the morning, you can witness a very special event at the Loggerhead Marinelife Center for yourself as they release two healthy sea turtles back to sea. The two turtles being released are two sub-adult male loggerheads named, Krebster and Dr. Paul. Krebster was found and rescued off of Hutchinson Island where he was…

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The arts and culture scene in Palm Beach County is as sophisticated as any one might find in a large metropolitan area. This area offers museums, theater, opera and other performing arts. Families with children will find local a science museum and planetarium, zoo, sporting events, parks and playgrounds and more providing tons of family fun. Grown-ups have their own playground to enjoy with numerous golf courses, tennis, boating and spectacular natural beauty to discover.

The Cultural Council of the Palm Beaches is a body art advocacy suggesting things to do in any of the 39 cities and towns like Palm Beach and Jupiter. In Addition to the 47 miles of beaches in Palm Beach County, appreciate the cultural scene hitting high notes at the Kravis…

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Florida has the third largest barrier reef in the world! The natural reefs are covered with amazing sea life and incredible structures. The plentiful amounts of artificial reefs and natural reefs in the ocean act like a magnet for fish and reef life. South Florida is home to the largest collection of warm water wrecks. Recognized by Scuba Diving Magazine with Top Ten World’s Best awards for Marine life and wreck diving. The variety of fish and marine creatures living on the reefs is a breath-taking sight.

Have you ever wanted to see what is under the sea but don’t own a boat? It can be a big issue to get out and snorkel or dive on a living coral reef.  Fort Lauderdale is the one of a handful of places where you can snorkel and dive on a living coral…

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The Town of Juno Beach is a seaside community located on a barrier island along the Atlantic Coastal Ridge. It was formed by the cutting channels of the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean. The abundance of water provides part of the attraction of this quaint place to live, work and play.  

You can bring your furry best friend and smartphone, camera or sketchpad to enjoy magnificent sunrises and sunsets at the Juno Beach Park for cherished memories. Many residents of Juno Beach head over to the pier for serenity. The Juno Beach Pier House offers something for anglers, sightseers, and beach goers alike! The pier offers visitors 990-feet of boundless saltwater fishing and perfect opportunities to enjoy the scenic view. The Pier House at the…

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Looking for a luxury oceanfront condo in Jupiter?  Take a look at Jupiter Ocean Grande. Built in 2001 the 4 buildings were built on the corner of Ocean Way and A1A at the beachfront. The Jupiter Ocean Grande condominium features well-appointed oceanfront residences in Jupiter, Florida.   

Two of the luxurious condominium buildings at the Jupiter Ocean Grande have 18 desirable residences per building. Enjoy panoramic ocean views from the balcony – perfect for entertaining! The two other larger buildings are comprised of 48 and 54 residences.  There is a total of 138 elegant condominium residences with beautiful terraces and remarkable views in the Jupiter Ocean Grande and several floor plans ranging from 2,300 square feet to 3,200 square feet. 

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Atlantic Tarpons are considered one of the great saltwater game fishes.  Because of their size and because of their fighting spirit when hooked they are a prized fish. They are very strong, making mighty leaps into the air into the air to spit out the hook. In Florida and Alabama, a special permit is required to catch and keep a tarpon, so most tarpon fishing there is catch and release. Tarpon flesh is not desirable and extremely boney.  

South Florida is known for its thrilling sport fishing, including the almighty tarpon, but also for the unique opportunity to feed fish. Tarpons are greenish or bluish on top and silver on the sides. The large mouth is turned upwards and the lower jaw contains an elongated, bony plate. It’s an interesting fish to…

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Palm Beach County's award-winning park system offers the widest possible range of leisure opportunities and with over 8,000 acres of accessible parkland to discover. Watersports sports, fitness, ecological, and cultural opportunities abound, as well as restful places for peace and quiet.

One of the newest parks is Waterway Park in Jupiter. The $7 million park opened just three months ago.  April 2017 the new park unlocked a new Intracoastal entry point for the community. Located on the west side of the waterway at the base of the Indiantown Road bridge.

Waterway Park offers a boat ramp, 52 boat trailer parking spaces and 29 vehicle spaces.  Additionally, there is a tortoise preserve area, a boardwalk, a fishing pier and a restroom building.

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Situated nine miles north of West Palm Beach, the Village of North Palm Beach is a haven for boating, shopping, and dining. The Village won an award from the National Association of Home Builders as best planned community of 1956. The North Palm Beach Country Club is home to a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course.

Boasting 12,182 residents, North Palm Beach offers an elite selection of waterfront and Intracoastal properties. The fact that the Village is close to the Palm Beach Inlet, as well as to a host of marina facilities, North Palm Beach attracts fishermen and boaters, alike.

With such assets as warm weather, sunshine, golf, ocean fishing, boating, sandy beaches, and balmy breezes, the Village has much to offer enthusiastic people who are…

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The life of a south Floridian is usually influenced by the surrounding landscape. Surf culture is a way of life here with the laid-back lifestyle, beaches and ocean encompassing all that resides here. A major part and key characteristic of what makes Jupiter and the rest of South Florida so special is life on the water. Whether you enjoy boating, fishing, surfing or swimming, the ocean and Intracoastal waterways are the lifeblood of our community. 

So, for those of us who want to try something new and see Jupiter from a different angle you have to paddle. Join the new craze that has taken over the waterways of Juno, Jupiter and Tequesta with Stand Up Paddle Boarding! A challenging yet relaxing sport that incorporates physical strength and an…

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