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Great adventure awaits in Palm Beach County. It’s always fun to do something new, but often we fall into the trap of spending our weekends the same way.  Step outside of your comfort zone and get creative.  If you're stuck in the same old routine, it's time to try something new. McCarthy’s Wildlife Sanctuary, 12943 61st Street North, West Palm Beach, will help you get in touch with the adventurer within you.If you’re stuck in the same old routine, it might be time to try something new.  When was the last time you went to a wildlife sanctuary? McCarthy’s Wildlife Sanctuary always has a great adventure waiting. You will encounter over 200 animals during your visit to the sanctuary. They offer tours of the facility which rescues and rehabilitates wild…

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Within the city limits of northern Palm Beach County is a treasure known as Frenchman’s Forest Natural Area.  The natural area protects “slash pine flatwoods, live oak hammock, cypress swamp, hydric hammock and tidal swamp and mangrove habitat”. The natural preserve is located at 12201 Prosperity Farms Road, right off Prosperity Farms Road, not to far from the Garden’s Mall in Palm Beach Gardens.  Follow the winding drive to a small parking area and prepare to step backward in time to the old Florida of the first settlers in South Florida.

Frenchman’s Forest Natural Area consists of 4 trails. Each of the different trails are described on the information board and it describes which type of wildlife you may expect to see on your hike. If you prefer…

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The Indiantown Rodeo is galloping back into town this weekend. This rodeo has been named one of the top 20 events in the southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society. Presented by the Indiantown Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by U.S. Sugar.

The Indiantown Rodeo is a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and Women’s Pro Rodeo Association authorized event that features bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, bull riding, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing and much more fun!

The kids will also enjoy the award-winning kids corral, which is packed full of activities that show local youth to the Agri-business environment. This is a free hands-on, interactive Rodeo experience.

Stop by the exhibits and see what the vendors…

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On the third Saturday of every month, a group of volunteers from Blue Friends gather together on the beach for a Saturday morning Beach Clean Up on Juno Beach. 

The Clean Up lasts approximately an hour long and all are welcomed to come and help keep our beaches clean. You are asked to bring a bucket and gloves to help collect the debris and trash left on the beach.

Following the Beach Clean Up will be a light breakfast sponsored by Whole Foods Market in Palm Beach Gardens and Another Broken Egg Café in Jupiter. There will also be complimentary coffee by Oceana Coffee.

The next Beach Clean Up is Saturday October 19th at 8:30 am. Following the Beach Clean Up and breakfast there will be a free Deep Blue Yoga class for those wanting to stay and enjoy the…

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The Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach is hosting their ultimate fall activity this October. Fletch’s Fall Festival celebrates the changing of the seasons in South Florida.

Join in on the fun filled day to learn about the different impact’s humans have on the ocean and the changing behaviors that would help save our ocean. The goal is to help find a way to reduce our footprint on the environment.

The event is free and is for everyone to come and enjoy. The festival will include the celebration of the return of the Center’s winter programs, face painting stations, Vet Lab, interactive activities, ArtSEA kids painting, visits from Dr. Logger and a chance to meet the Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s Mascot Fletch.

Event Details:
When: Saturday, October…

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This October, The Gardens Mall in Palm Beach Gardens is transforming into the Batty Manor Haunted House this Halloween season. The Grand Court of the mall will feature a silly-spooky haunted house.

All are welcomed to come and check out house in their Halloween costumes. There will also be an interactive photo booth, retail and restaurant pop-up shops, arts and crafts, and much more.

Batty Manor is home to Boogah and Hoogah, two of the goofiest goblins that perform live sing-a longs and Halloweens shows daily.

The Manor Haunted House will also feature the Hoogah’s Horrible House Party Show from Saturday, October 26th through Thursday, October 31st at 1 pm daily.

In addition to these two events, the Garden’s Mall Kid’s Club is also hosting a Spooky Soiree…

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Did you know that this week is National Wildlife Refuge Week? You can celebrate with FREE family friendly activities at the Hobe Sound Nature Center.

Wednesday, October 16th at 9am – Join Hobe Sound Nature Center at the Hobe Sound Refuge Beach (North Jupiter Island) for a “nat chat” and walk to see what the ocean has brought ashore. (Bring your own Binoculars).

Thursday, October 17th at 1pm – At the Nature Center for a Seahorse program, followed by the Hobe Sound Nature Center Seahorses and lagoon tank feeding.

Friday, October 18th at 1pm – At the Nature Center for “Snakes Alive” presentation, followed by a feeding demonstration of Hobe Sound Nature Center’s Teaching Snakes.

Saturday, October 19th from 10:00am – 12:00 pm – Join at the…

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Calling all aspiring Scientists, The River Center in Jupiter is hosting their Mad Science Lab Halloween Party this October.

Grab your lab coat and safety googles for a Halloween explosion at the Mad Science Lab’s Halloween experiment. The event will include science demonstrations and experiments, crafts, games, hayrides, Campfire and smores, treat or treating and much more.

Costumes are welcomed and encouraged for the party. The Halloween bash is on Friday, October 18th at 6 pm at The River Center. The cost is attend is $3 dollars per person or $10 dollars per family of four or more.

Registration is required for the event. To register, click here.

The River Center is located at 805 N US Highway One in Jupiter.

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The Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach is preparing for another Sea Turtle Release this week.

Howard, an adult male loggerhead sea turtle was found in March near Fort Pierce with an unintentional boat strike to its back flipper, tail and marginal carapace. When the turtle was brought to the center, the wounds appeared to be a few days old. During Howard’s stay, the sea turtle research and rehabilitation center monitored the sea turtle’s progress and gave him antibiotics and fluids.

According to the calendar, Howard’s injuries were completely healed and has been cleared to be released back into the ocean this week.

When: Thursday, October 17th
Time: 10:30 am with pre-release procedures beginning at 10 am
Where: The beach across the street from the…

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What is Fire Fest? Fire Fest is a popular event to teach the community the crucial role of prescribed fire in protecting Florida’s native wildlife and plants.

Free family activities include: day and night fire demos, Smokey the Bear, Fire Trucks, Kid’s activities and prizes, live music, a spooky trail, marshmallow roasting and a whole lot more! There will also be some special activities that will require a small fee, such as: Interactive hayrides, swamp buggy trail rides and a giant obstacle course and toddler bounce house. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Tickets for the special events will go quickly, but you can purchase advanced tickets online.

Admission into Jonathan Dickinson State Park still applies. $6 per vehicle (up…

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