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| October 4
Cleanup |
Saturday, October 4 Directions
Sponsored by: Solid Waste Authority
561-697-2000
www.swa.org |
| November 8
Cleanup |
Saturday, November 8 Directions
Sponsored by: Jupiter Inlet District
www.jupiterinletdistrict.org |
| December 6
Cleanup |
Saturday, December 6 Directions
Sponsored by: Miller's Fine Decorative Hardware, 226 Center
Street, Jupiter
561-746-4800
www.millershardware.com.
The upscale
plumbing and door hardware specialists. |
| Hot off the
Press |
A Taste of FJB is a compilation of favorite recipes that
volunteer and FJB board president Joan Ross enjoys baking and serving at
"the best breakfast on the beach!" Read about it in the
July/August/September newsletter.
Cookbooks are available at the beach cleanups. |
| Jupiter "U" |
Join the Town of Jupiter for a unique look into Life and Government in
Jupiter. Click Here for more
details. |
 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 14,000 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.
www.rapidremoval.net.
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!
Newsletter:
Online now...Check out the
October/November/December 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. |
The History of the Friends of Jupiter Beach
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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.
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...organized
in summer 1994 due to complaints threatening dog priviledges on the
beach.
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Jupiter Town
Council gave FJB a six month trial period to make a difference.
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FJB raised
seed money for 10 "doggie bag" dispenser boxes and bags along A1A.
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Locations:
Town Crossovers south of Carlin Park to Marcinski Road.
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Original metal
boxes have been replaced with attractive wooden boxes.
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Public
acceptance phenomenal: bag usage and number of boxes doubled over
the past two years, now AVERAGING 200,000 bags Annually.
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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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