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Abacoa Community Garden

Preserving The Essence Of the value of nurturing nature. When individuals who haven’t land and their relationships, fostering bonds that go beyond
invested in our community freely take from it, it’s not just a
the boundaries of our garden plots. We are grateful for the
Our Community Garden: matter of inconvenience – it’s theft, plain and simple. support of our donors who help sustain our efforts, as well
as the contributions of organizations like the Girl Scouts and
Moreover, as stewards of organic gardening, we prioritize

Why Membership Matters the health and well-being of our plants. By allowing Boy Scouts, whose members have enriched our space through
unrestricted access, we risk introducing diseases, pests and their projects and initiatives.
Recently, we have noticed invasive species that could devastate our delicate ecosystem. In conclusion, while our garden may have a modest
an increase in visitors to Our commitment to organic practices means eschewing gate without a lock, its boundaries are defined by the
our community garden who chemical solutions in favor of manual intervention, which shared values and commitments of its members. We invite
aren’t members and haven’t requires vigilance and expertise. those who share our passion for sustainable gardening and
contributed to its upkeep. Many of our beds are privately managed by members who community building to stop by on Saturday morning, where
While we welcome new have paid for the privilege of their own allotment space. When they can learn firsthand about the joys and responsibilities
members with open arms, it’s strangers wander in and help themselves, it erodes the trust of membership. Together, we’ll continue to cultivate not just
crucial to emphasize that our and sense of community that underpins our shared endeavor. plants, but a thriving community rooted in respect, generosity
garden is a sanctuary reserved Furthermore, our surplus produce serves a propose and stewardship.
for those who have committed beyond our garden fence. By donating to food pantries and Garden membership runs from Aug. 1 to July 31.
their time and effort to its organizations serving those in need, we contribute to the Download forms at https://www.abacoa.com/abacoa-
cultivation and maintenance fight against food insecurity and promote access to nutritious, community-garden or find one in the outside mailbox at
First and foremost, our organic produce. the garden entrance at 1022 Community Drive. There is a
garden is a labor of love. Each On a more uplifting note, our garden is a testament waiting list for independent beds but if interested, just check
bed, every plant and every to the power of community and collaboration. Families, the box. Stop by, especially Saturday morning, and check out
blossom is tended to by dedicated members who understand children and volunteers come together to nurture both the our Facebook page.

Man’s Best Friend … from page 1 starts at dune crossover marker No. 26 (north of Ocean Cay
Park, 2188 Marcinski Road in Jupiter) and proceeds north
playmates. Having control can save your dog from some to dune crossover marker No. 57 (south of Carlin Park, 400
grave circumstances, even death. S. S.R. A1A in Jupiter). Ladder 38 at Dog Beach is located
• It keeps other dogs safe. A leashed dog may react at S. State Highway A1A, Jupiter, FL 33477.
aggressively if your unleashed dog approaches them. Or, Well-socialized, obedient dogs and their conscientious
your dog might see a small dog as prey and attack it. Dog owners are welcome to visit from sunrise to sunset, where
attacks on other dogs are sadly quite common. dogs can play and swim off-leash.
• It is considerate to people who are afraid of dogs. Please respect any no dogs on beach areas. Dogs are not
Many people want to enjoy walks without your dog bothering allowed in lifeguarded areas, Palm Beach County natural
or frightening them. Some people, especially children, are areas or Town of Jupiter parks. Please pick up after your pet
frightened of dogs, even friendly ones. Harm could come with your own dog bags or the free dog bags provided.
from your dog wanting to play and knocking down a child,
bicyclist, or from scaring or running into a person out for a
run, who then falls and becomes injured.
• It’s the law. Town of Jupiter Code Ordinances, Chapter
5 – Animals: Sec. 5-32. Running at large prohibited. Sec.
5-33. – Leash law
• Owners are responsible for injuries and damage
caused by their dog. If your dog isn’t on a leash and it bites
a person or animal, you and your dog could be forced to
pay – and not just with money. In some instances, depending
on your dog’s breed, you could lose your dog. See Florida Dog-Friendly Beach Area Rules
Statute 767.04. • Only behaved, obedient, well-socialized dogs should
Looking For A Place Where Your Dog Can Play Off- be brought to the beach. Since dogs are not required to be
Leash? Visit One Of Many Jupiter Dog Parks Or Beaches! on-leash in these areas, only non-aggressive dogs that respond
Jupiter is home to dog-friendly beaches in the state of Florida. to voice commands from their owners are allowed on the
Jupiter Dog Beach is a 2.5-mile stretch of beach that beach.
• Be a responsible dog owner. Supervise your dog at
all times, and do not go beyond the boundaries of the dog-
friendly beach areas.
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• Obey the Town’s leash laws. Dogs should be leashed
WE CAN HELP! keep dogs on-leash around small children.

• Dog owners should be conscientious of others at the
beach. While the dog-friendly areas play host to our furry
friends, the beach is open to all people, and owners should be
courteous to those who may not want to interact with dogs.
• Leave no trace. Friends of Jupiter Beach provide dog
waste bags at every crossover along the dog-friendly beach
areas to ensure that our beaches are kept clean. Please do your
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