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There are 38 municipalities within the 2,000 square miles that comprise Palm Beach County. Each community has numerous businesses and natural resources focusing upon nature and heritage. Canoe Outfitters of Florida - (8900 W. Indiantown Road, Jupiter, FL 33478) Located at historic Riverbend Park, Canoe Outfitters rents and sells canoes and kayaks. Their scenic location on the banks of the Loxahatchee River and transportation service enables enthusiasts to paddle the only federally designated Wild and Scenic River in Florida. John D. MacArthur Beach State Park (10900 State Road 703, A1A, North Palm Beach, FL 33408) protects 335 acres of subtropical coastal habitat in northeastern Palm Beach County. Visitors can explore several unique communities, including a hardwood hammock forest and mangrove estuary. A 1600-fouut boardwalk spans Lake Worth Cove, connecting the parking area to the beach. The park's coastline stretches for 1.8 miles, offering visitors an opportunity to swim, snorkel, or search for the perfect seashell. The park's 4000 square foot William T. Kirby Nature Center contains exhibits, aquariums and a video interpreting the barrier island's plant and animal communities. Programs are offered to adult and school groups, as well as the general public, on a broad range of natural history subjects. Park amenities include two self-guided nature trails, two picnic pavilions, outdoor amphiteater, playground equipment, tram service to and from the beach and a gift shop. . Gumbo Limbo Environmental Complex has a long official name but, in reality, it's a low key nature preserve full of the plants and animals that once were the larger part of scenic South Florida. Gumbo Limbo is one of the City of Boca Raton's much lauded public parks. The preserve is known for its hammock among the shaded trees and hosts a complement of lizards, spiders, land crabs, birds, as well as many less obvious critters. A forty-foot observation tower leads to a 350 degree view of the ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway and all the landmarks in between them. The hammock is only part of the preserve. You can come and explore the park and its displays of sea turtles, collections of Florida fresh water reptiles, seashells and beachcombing artifacts, honey bees, scorpions, and salt water aquaria. The Breakers (One South County Road - PO Box 910, Palm Beach, FL 33480); a name synonymous with elegance has been a Palm Beach landmark for nearly 100 years. As a discriminating individual who is seeking the ultimate in accommodations and services, you will find every desire fulfilled in the magnificent oceanfront setting. One of only 16 properties in the entire United States to have earned the coveted Five-Star Award from the Mobil Travel Guide and the AAA Five Diamond Award, The Breakers benefits from the commitment of 1,500 staff members. Water Taxi of Palm Beach(11511 Ellison Wilson Road, North Palm Beach, FL 33408) The Intracoastal Waterway is a marine corridor through the most beautiful neighborhoods of Palm Beach County. Some of the most luxurious homes in the world were built on Intracoastal waterfront property, but that is not all. Water travelers are able to explore island parks that are inaccessible by any other means. They can also absorb the beauty of pristine white yachts and sportfishing boats, crystal clear water, and the Florida sun. Water Taxi of Palm Beach provides all of that plus an informative presentation on the history and highlights of the area by an experienced guide. Departing from the convenient docks at Panama Hattie's in the heart of Palm Beach Gardens, and Jupiter Outdoor Center in Jupiter, Water Taxi of Palm Beach has a variety of tours from which to choose. Befitting Just Your Style (2247 Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard #201, West Palm Beach, FL 33409) is one of the best destination management companies in South Florida, having served the area continuously since 1990. The years of experience, combined with personalized service assure that any conference; convention, reunion or gathering managed by Befitting Just Your Style will be a complete success. Services include housing bureaus, hotel/facility site inspections, ground transportation management, meet & greet services, air and cruise package reservations, tour guides, international interpreters, group and incentive travel arrangements. The secret of their success and value can be found in their alliances with a wide variety of vendors, suppliers, and facilities. From the first registration packet until your last attendee boards the bus back to the airport, Befitting Just Your Style is a hands-on partner, making sure your event is a success every step of the way. Jupiter Outdoor Center (18095
Coastal A1A, Jupiter, FL 33477) is the ideal source for bicycle, canoe, kayak,
and electric boat rentals. It is strategically located near the mouth of the
Jupiter Inlet and also at the head of the A1A bicycle trail which follows the
coastline all the way to Juno Beach. Jupiter Outdoor Center also provides
guided tours of the most pristine natural areas in South Florida. Sailfish Marina and Resort 98 Lake Drive, Palm Beach Shores, FL 33404) Situated at the very mouth of the Palm Beach Inlet, Sailfish Marina and Resort is the choice of casual and professional mariners. A 24 hour fuel dock, fully stocked ship's store, laundry and shower facilities, dockside restaurant & bar, guest quarters, swimming pool, barbecues, and water taxi services are available. Transient dockage will accommodate 90 boats ranging in size from 25 to 150 feet. Only 45 miles from the Bahamas, Sailfish Marina is the perfect jumping off point. It is also the home of one of the world's largest and finest sportfishing fleets. The charter fleet is comprised of boats ranging from 28 to 50 feet. Visitors can tour the docks, watch the fish in the crystal clear water, enjoy a sunset celebration or the weekly art show, all at Sailfish Marina and Resort. Boca Raton Historical Society (71 N Federal Highway, Boca Raton, FL 33432) For more than 25 years, the Boca Raton Historical Society has been collecting, preserving, and presenting information and artifacts to the public. Through that process, hundreds of thousands of residents and visitors have learned the evolving history of Boca Raton. At the same time, the Historical Society has been a driving force in the community, fighting for historic preservation of meaningful architecture. Two historic landmarks that were restored by the Historical Society are the old Town Hall, and the F.E.C. Railway Station. Both buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. South Florida Science Museum(4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, FL 33405"To excite curiosity and further the understanding and appreciation of science and technology." Charged with that mission, the South Florida Science Museum has consistently met and fulfilled that commitment. This 40 year-old focal point for the science interests of both children and adults offers hands-on interactive exhibits. Other features include the McGinty Aquarium with 8 salt-water displays, the Aldrin Planetarium Theater, the Gibson Observatory, the Motorola Science Theater, and a Main Hall that houses permanent and traveling exhibits, and a museum store. The Norton Museum of Art (1451 S Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401) Approaching its 60th year, the Norton collection in many ways reflects the interests of its founders Ralph Hubbard Norton and Elizabeth Calhoun Norton. Mr. Norton once said, "Mrs. Norton's taste and mine were reasonably catholic. We were not partial to paintings of any one painter, or paintings of any special type, or any particular period. Our aim was to select pictures which gave us aesthetic satisfaction." A $23 million, 77,500 square foot expansion of the museum was completed in January of 1997. Jim Abernathy's Scuba Adventures (712 Pelican Way, North Palm Beach, FL 33408) Few visitors ever have the opportunity to glimpse below the surface of the ocean. Unbeknown to them is a spectacular world of brightly colored tropical fish, exotic plants, and spectacular reefs. Palm Beach County's unique proximity to the Gulf Stream, a prevailing current of tropically warmed water, creates an unduplicated environment where both warm and cold water fish congregate. Thus, divers are exposed to a wide variety of fish species. There is truly no other place in the world like the waters off our coast, and Jim Abernathy has spent years sharing its beauty with visitors from all over the world. Adventure Times Kayaks (521 Northlake Boulevard, North Palm Beach, FL 33408) has served the North Palm Beach community as a source for quality kayaks for several years. From the convenient Northlake Boulevard location, it is possible to easily access Lake Worth Lagoon for kayak tours of Munyon and Peanut Islands. Throughout the year, several extended guided kayak tours are scheduled. Catering to the requirements of novices to experts, kayakers from all over Florida have discovered that they can rely upon the skill, knowledge, and experience of Adventure Times Kayaks. Mounts Botanical Garden (531 North Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415) The Florida environment is extremely challenging for landscapers and gardeners. The extreme summer temperatures, long dry periods, aggressive weeds and insects, and poor soil quality make landscaping a nightmare. Mounts Botanical Garden is the only botanical garden focusing on South Florida's unique environment. Visitors will find a wide variety of native Florida plants in a natural setting. Master Gardeners are available to answer questions. Operating in a partnership with Palm Beach County and the University of Florida Institute for Food and Agricultural Sciences, Mounts is not only a beautiful park but also a superb educational facility. Mid-Lakes Navigation (Pahokee Marina, Pahokee, FL) Navigate the Okeechobee Waterway as it extends from the East to the West Coasts of Florida. Experience the peaceful solitude of the Florida wilderness and navigate the Indian River Lagoon as you enjoy a leisurely cruise in a Lockmaster canalboat. Throughout Europe and along the Erie Canal in the Northeastern United States, canalboats are the preferred form of peaceful, quiet transportation. Mid-Lakes Navigation, located at the Pahokee Marina in Pahokee, FL, has a number of options to choose from. Their 10 foot wide canalboats provide a spacious and comfortable living space for week long cruises on the waterways of South Florida. The following list is just a small sample of the many opportunities to be found. Select the community you will be visiting from the following list. By clicking on the name of the town, you will be taken to the portion of the list that includes businesses located there.
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