Friends of Jupiter Beach
P. O. Box 791 * Jupiter * Florida * 33468-0791 * 561-748-8140
"Making a difference in the Town that is Different"
 

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Dog Days of Summer Baseball Games at Roger Dean Stadium!  Socialized, well-behaved dogs welcome!  Stop by the FJB table!  www.rogerdeanstadium.com  Fun monthly salute to "Man's best Friend", proceeds benefit Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League.  Future Dog Days Games (all Saturday evenings 6:05 PM):  June 28, July 26 and August 23.
"Meet for Treats Yappy Hour" 5:30 PM - 8PM at Abacoa Town Center (always the last Wednesday of the month).  WBLDW (well-behaved, leashed dogs welcome).  www.havedog.com FJB dog bags are always a hit!
May 3 Cleanup Saturday, May 3  Directions
Sponsored by:  Ocean Magic Surf Shop, Jupiter Square, Jupiter
561-744-8925 www.oceanmagicsurf.com
June 7 Cleanup Saturday, June 7  Directions
Sponsored by:  Solid Waste Authority 
561-697-2700  www.swa.org **Special treat this cleanup:  a robot demonstration by JHS MARS robotics team a.k.a. our loyal cleanup volunteers.**
July 5 Cleanup Saturday, July 5  Directions
Sponsored by:  Habitat Cafe, Oakwood Shopping Center, North Palm Beach
561-622-0014  Join us for an "All American Cleanup" and a wonderful breakfast provided by Habitat Cafe for the hardworking volunteers as we join in with the "Be Green, Start Clean" Campaign.
August 2 Cleanup Saturday, August 2  Directions
Sponsored by:  FPL 
we look forward to welcoming the energetic FPL volunteers  www.fpl.com
UPDATES: BEACH AMBASSADORS NEEDED!  Do you enjoy talking with dog owners at the beach and spreading the good word about FJB?  We need you!  Click here for more details!
Please email LynneFJB@aol.com for details!  Next orientation: right after the next beach cleanup. 
No set schedules, no set times...you share when YOU want to go to the beach!
Beach Trash Shocker: 
Since beginning to WEIGH garbage collected at monthly cleanups since September 2006, FJB Monthly Cleanup Volunteers have removed
more than 11,000 pounds of garbage from Jupiter Beach.  Why are people using Jupiter Beach as a dump?
Thanks to the efforts of RAPID REMOVAL, a Palm Beach Gardens firm, recyclables are now separated and removed immediately after cleanups, a further benefit to our environment.
School groups/community service hours:  Students must check in by 8:00 AM and be involved in beach/sidewalk/park cleanup activities until 9:15AM to receive full community service credit.  Breakfast will be served at 9:15 AM!

NewsletterOnline now...Check out the June 2008 Newsletter.
Vandalism:  Please help stop vandalism at the beach.  Report vandalism/dangerous activity to the Jupiter Police Department
746-6201.
Remember:  We rely solely on donations from caring indivuals like you!  Please contribute today! 
Have you responded to our 2007 annual appeal?  Please show us your support today click here.
Summertime at the beach can be VERY STRESSFUL on dogs...please ONLY VISIT in the early mornings or very late afternoon... the SAND IS TOO HOT for their precious paws (if YOU wouldn't walk barefoot on hot pavement or scorching sand, your dog shouldn't either).  Take fresh water with you and replenish at the water stations provided at the beach crossovers.  As always, follow dog-beach etiquette and rules so that we may PRESERVE this precious privilege.
BEWARE OF OIL/TAR PATCHES ON THE BEACH:
  Oil/tar patches come and go with the tides, and pose a messy problem for humans and their furry companions.  These patches are an occasional fact of life for beach goers, and the first suggestion is, if at all possible, avoid the mess.  When you discover the mess after your dog has it all over his paws and fur, make sure you have a towel with you to protect your car seat.  DO NOT EVEN THINK ABOUT USING TURPENTINE OR GASOLINE to remove the tar from the dog's paws or fur.  These products are very irritating to your pet's skin, and can cause severe reactions.  A mild dish soap, such as Dawn, is all you will need to remove oil.  Tar residue will require a bit more work.  We suggest first trying vegetable oil and a rag to soften the tar.  If this does not work, a small amount of a product such as Goo Gone and a rag may help - always read manufacturer's instructions first.  Immediately follow with a soapy bath.  These solutions will also work for humans who find the tar on the bottom of their feet.

DOG PHOTO CONTEST RESULTS!!!  Click here to get the results of the Dog Photo Contest

The History of the Friends of Jupiter Beach

Our beloved founders:
Anita and "Bonnie" Lankler
"She Made A Difference"

A group of local residents dedicated to preserving the privilege of being accompanied by our dogs on the beach of Jupiter, Florida.

 

  • ...organized in summer 1994 due to complaints threatening dog priviledges on the beach.

  • Jupiter Town Council gave FJB a six month trial period to make a difference.

  • FJB raised seed money for 10 "doggie bag" dispenser boxes and bags along A1A.

  • Locations: Town Crossovers south of Carlin Park to Juno Beach Park.

  • Original metal boxes have been replaced with attractive wooden boxes.

  • Public acceptance phenomenal: bag usage and number of boxes doubled over the past two years, now AVERAGING 200,000 bags Annually.

  • FJB pledged to organize MONTHLY volunteer beach cleanups, held faithfully for 12 years, cancelled only due to horrible weather and hurricanes

On-going activity, at NO COST TO TOWN, supported only by tax-deductible contributions and sponsorships for this 501(c)3 not-for-profit Florida corporation (further details in the donations link).
 

Now 29 boxes located along the 2 1/2 mile stretch of beautiful "dog-friendly" Jupiter beach - between crossovers 2-24 where socialized, obedient dogs and their conscientious owners are always welcome.

 

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