Page 11 - Waterways - September '19

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The River Center Hooks Another Successful Tournament!

The Junior Angler Fishing In hopes of accommodating all interested participants, Industries Association of Palm Beach County, Bass Pro Shop,
Tournament returned for its both fresh and saltwater photo submissions were accepted. West Palm Beach Fishing Club, D.O.A. Lures, Dick’s Sporting
sixth year this summer with Some kids enjoyed fishing from the lake in their backyard Goods, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
42 anglers participating in the for a trophy bass, while others preferred heading offshore and the Loxahatchee River District.
five-week competition. This in hopes of reeling in snappers. It was important for our The River Center is located at 805 N. U.S. Highway 1 in
tournament spans multiple tournament to cater to each angler’s preferences. The Jupiter at Burt Reynolds Park. Hours of operation: Sept. 1
weeks to allow anglers time to excitement of the tournament culminated in a family fish to May 31, Tuesday and Wednesday, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. and
catch as many fish as possible. fry at the River Center on Aug. 9, where the winners were Thursday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; June 1 to Aug.
Points are awarded not only announced, and prizes awarded. A hearty congratulations 31, Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This unique
for the number of fish caught, goes out to the grand prize winner, Cameron Burlage who environmental center presents some of the largest aquatic
but also for the number of managed to reel in and photograph more than 416 fish and exhibits in the area with an interactive exploration of the
different species represented caught 45 different species! river, diverse wildlife and its majestic environmental value.
in the submissions. The more fish you catch and the more species With such tremendous turnout and interest in the In addition, guests learn where their water comes from,
you catch, the better your chances are to win! These innovative tournament, the River Center hopes to continue building on how it is consumed and recycled back into the community.
guidelines encourage contestants to spend time throughout the this accomplishment. We are already looking forward to next There are multimedia and live aquatic exhibits, and a touch
summer exploring the diversity of habitats and fish species in year’s competitive and educational summer adventure. The tank teeming with aquatic life. For more information about
our Palm Beach and Martin Counties, all while honing their River Center would like to thank our 2019 sponsors for their the River Center, please call (561) 743-7123 or visit www.
fishing skills. Our participants reeled in over 3,000 fish! support of our junior anglers: Fishing Headquarters, Marine lrdrivercenter.org.
Jupiter Senior Softball Program Seeks More Players

Summer may be over but the fun doesn’t end for the
many Jupiter Senior Softball enthusiasts whose love of
the game has them turning out for games every Monday,
Wednesday and Friday morning, year-round.
Games follow batting practice at 8:30 a.m. at Jupiter
Community Park, 3373 Church St.
New players are always needed and urged to register
now to help fill teams for a Fall League and the 2020
Winter League that runs from January 2020 through
March. The softball program is open to men 55 and older
and players of all skill levels are welcome.
There is no upper age limit but most participants are
in their 60s and 70s, and some in their 80s.
The slow-pitch softball program began in 1988 and is Paul Straubinger makes contact.
sponsored by the Jupiter Senior Softball Association in
cooperation with the Town of Jupiter. A majority of the The league features several divisions that allow
players are retirees plus others with flexible hours that games for more competitive players as well as for those
allow them time to participate. A promotional flyer urges desiring a more relaxed style of play with an emphasis on Their faces say it best, that any day at the ballpark is a good
those interested to “Come Play in Paradise,” a reference enjoyment of the games. Registration can be made online one. They are, front row, left to right: Gene Holmes, Pete
to the state’s sunny climate that is conducive to games at www.leaguelineup.com/jssa. For more information Furio, Mike Manasia, Sid Dinerstein, Gary Brann and Glenn
throughout the year. contact Dave Summers at (561) 800-8230. Spacht. Back row, Pete Forgatch.

Pet Matters

For The Love Of Animals

by Pat Deshong, President of Furry Friends Adoption,
Clinic & Ranch
“For the Love of Animals” features
real stories happening at Furry Friends in
Jupiter. We are The Humane Society of
Greater Jupiter/Tequesta and the only no-
kill shelter open to the public in northern Animals like Cookie and Piper (with volunteers Cayden and
Palm Beach County. We’ve been rescuing, Caleigh) are waiting for you to take them home. Please come visit
rehabilitating, and re-homing the homeless them and the many others at our Palm City Ranch and Jupiter
animals in our community for more than 30 Adoption Center!
years. Our not for profit 501c3 organization
consists of our Jupiter based Adoption Center, Veterinary Clinic Rebecca with Kiki and Sophie Reese waited for her new daddy for
(open to the public), Thrift Boutique, and Palm City Ranch. a long time!
Thirty-three adoptions! Monroe, Sunny, & Luce are just a few
to name. What a tremendous “Clear the Shelter” adoption day we Blue, now
had at our Jupiter Adoption Center & Palm City Ranch on Saturday, Graysea Blu,
August 17. This was a record breaking one-day adoption number is pretty in
for our organization. We are thrilled that so many deserving dogs, pink in her
cats, puppies & kittens found their forever families! new home!!!
One lucky dynamic duo trotting out the door was Sophie and
Kiki, an older, bonded sibling pair surrendered to us in April after
their owner passed away. They sat in our shelter for more than four
months, hopeful that someone kind would pick up on their own kind, Furry Friends’ new Adoption Center & Veterinary Clinic,
loving ways. These two are so special, never barking or behaving located at 100 Capital Street in the Jupiter Commerce Park, will
poorly in the midst of what can often be a chaotic life… shelter life. be completed in October 2019. If you would like to be a part of
Patiently they waited. You would pass them by in their pen, our new beginning, please contact us. Like each nail, block, & tile,
meeting their soulful, hopeful eyes or watching them snooze away every donation, no matter how small, will help make our dream
the day together. August 17 was the answer to their prayerful paws come true… All for the Love of Animals.
when Rebecca walked in, having followed the status of the two on Please visit www.furryfriendsadoption.org or call
our website for several weeks. Rebecca lives in an apartment so 561.747.5311 ext. 1 for more information. Ask for Pat Deshong,
she was looking for an older quiet dog who would lounge on the President, or Curry Krasulak, Director of Development.
couch. When she saw Kiki and Sophie, she thought, “Why not two? This is what Furry Friends is all about…rescuing, rehabilitating,
They’ll keep each other company when I’m away from home.” and giving homeless companion animals their best future… no
We are thankful to Rebecca and all of the adopters who decided matter how long it takes to find it. We have many wonderful
to rescue a life on August 17. We are thankful to all adopters for dogs and cats at our Jupiter Adoption Center and Palm City
opening their hearts and homes, giving the voiceless their new Ranch. We invite you to come visit us! Our website is www.
beginnings. At Furry Friends, we cannot rescue, rehabilitate and furryfriendsadoption.org.
re-home needy dogs and cats if there is no one willing to help us Furry Friends depends on the generous support from donors
complete the circle of our mission. like you. Without Furry Friends, the future of the many animals
When considering adding a furry family member to your family, we save would be uncertain. Thank you for donating and helping
please come see us. There is no better feeling than when you save us continue our animal saving mission.
a life! Ways to donate (tax ID #59-2111273):
Blessings to you for your support and faith in us… all for the 1. Mail a check made payable to Furry Friends to 401 Maplewood
LOVE of animals! Drive, Ste. 8, Jupiter, FL 33458.
2. Visit www.furryfriendsadoption.org
3. Call us with your credit card information at 561.747.5311 ext. 1
“Your donation creates the possibilities to make miracles
Patricia Deshong, President happen for our Furry Friends”
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