Jupiter Outdoor Center

JUPITER, Fla. — October 21, 2025 — Jupiter Outdoor Center, located inside Riverbend Park along the Wild and Scenic Loxahatchee River, has been named “Best of Florida” in the Recreation Places category and “Best of Jupiter” in the Paddle Tours category, recognizing the center’s excellence in outdoor adventure, education, and community connection.

The Best of Florida Awards, presented by Guide to Florida, highlight businesses statewide that demonstrate outstanding service and guest satisfaction. The Best of Jupiter Awards, determined through community voting, celebrate local favorites that showcase Jupiter’s natural beauty and small-town spirit.

“Winning both awards reflects what makes Jupiter Outdoor Center special — our community’s deep love for nature and the Florida outdoors,” said Candace Buddemeier, general manager of Jupiter Outdoor Center. “We’re honored that our guests and neighbors trust us to share this beautiful river and its story.”

Jupiter Outdoor Center’s Wild and Scenic Loxahatchee Guided Kayak Tour is its signature experience, leading paddlers through centuries-old cypress forests and winding freshwater trails once traveled by Florida’s early settlers. Guests often spot turtles, otters, wading birds, and even manatees as guides share insights about the river’s history, wildlife, and delicate ecosystem.

For those who prefer to explore independently, the center provides custom trip plans designed by local experts to help visitors safely navigate the river’s natural twists and hidden landmarks at their own pace.

Beyond daily rentals and eco-tours, Jupiter Outdoor Center also hosts year-round youth programs, summer camps, and school field trips, giving students and families the chance to learn outdoor skills, develop teamwork, and build appreciation for Florida’s wild spaces through hands-on adventure.

Founded in 1998, Jupiter Outdoor Center operates at the headwaters of Florida’s first federally designated Wild and Scenic River — the Loxahatchee — and remains dedicated to connecting people with nature through recreation, education, and preservation.

For more information or to book a guided tour, visit www.jupiteroutdoorcenter.com

Rick Clegg
Chief Executive Outdoorsman (CEO) & Owner
Jupiter Outdoor Center
info@jupiteroutdoorcenter.com
(561) 346-0844
www.jupiteroutdoorcenter.com

Date Posted: October 21, 2025