Abacoa & Alton Neighbors August 2020

A u g u s t 2 0 2 0 | Abacoa &Alton N E I G H B O R S 29 COMMUNITY NEWS The Jupiter Inlet is a unique feature of our coastline; it is the place where the Loxahatchee River, the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean meet, and it is a natural jewel like no other. So, venture out into the wild, breathe the fresh air, and enjoy the magnificence of our natural jewels, including wild dolphins, coral reefs, sea birds, sea turtles, coral reefs, and the river. And don’t forget to bring your camera so you can capture it all. Here are the three best experiences to get you started. If you like to ride in an open boat while following wild dolphins living along our shore, look no further than Palm Beach Jupiter Dolphin Tours . These authentic, fun and interpretative wind-in-your-hair-style dolphin adventures create memorable and transformative experiences. Dolphin experts of the Taras Oceanographic Foundation will introduce you to the lives of dolphins, answer all your questions, and share their personal stories. The tour boat is the super comfortable 33-ft open deck rigid inflatable boat with a space for ten people. They offer 3-hour morning and afternoon tours, departing from Harbor Side in Jupiter or Sailfish Marina, Singer Island. Individual tickets as well as group charters are available. Perhaps best of all, all revenues go to support the local dolphin conservation research of the Taras Oceanographic Foundation (www.taras.org). To find out more, call Stefan (561-762-6473) or visit www.palmbeachdolphintours.com. Perhaps you are more interested in venturing beneath the surface, in which case the Jupiter Dive Center  is the place to go. They some of the most diverse scuba dives and big animal encounters around. They will guide you to experience our nearby reefs, ridges and wrecks with their abundance of beautiful marine life. They take you on a dive with Loggerhead, Green and Hawksbill Turtles, Goliath Groupers, Sting Rays, Sharks, Eagle Rays, and your favorite tropical fish all year round. No matter if you are already an experienced diver or are thinking about taking the first steps of following in Cousteau’s footsteps, the Jupiter Dive Center is there to help. They offer scuba diving courses for all levels, daily charters and equipment sales. You can reach them at 561-745-7807 or at www.jupiterdivecenter.com. In case you like to explore the inlet floating in your stand- up paddle board or kayak, you want to contact the Jupiter Outdoor Center . Paddling across the clear waters around the Jupiter Inlet with the historic Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse as a backdrop, you may encounter manatees, sea turtles, great blue herons and the juvenile sea life sheltering in the mangroves along the shore. There’s more nature to explore at Riverbend Park on the wild and scenic Loxahatchee River. Meandering through the brackish estuaries shaded by cypress, oak and pond apple trees, look out for deer, otters, sand hill cranes and more. Rather pedal than paddle? E Jupiter Outdoor Center rents bicycles too. Miles of wide, shady, hard-packed trails that hug the Loxahatchee River and wander into the woods are waiting to be explored. For more information visit: jupiteroutdoorcenter.com. Top 3 Things to Do Around Jupiter (and Northern Palm Beach County) Submitted by Dr. Stefan E Harzen Director The Taras Oceanographic Foundation DENTAL SPA AT ABACOA visit us at: www.dentalspaatabacoa.com 1155 Main Street • Suite 105 • Jupiter, FL • 33458 NO INSURANCE... NO PROBLEM Ask Us About Our VIP Dental Insurance Plan Thepatientandanyotherpersonresponsible forpaymenthasaright torefuse topay,cancelpayment orbereimbursed forpayment foranyotherservice,examinationor treatment that isperformedasaresultof andwithin72hoursofresponding to theadvertisement forreduced feeservices,examinationor treatment. Dental Implant Service (D6010, D6056, D6059)