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Mission
Providing opportunities for healthy, happy living through award-winning parks, inclusive experiences and environmental stewardship.

The Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department, nationally accredited through CAPRA, is recognized for excellence in park and recreation management and provides organized recreational programs and services for people of all ages and abilities. Vision
To be a nationally recognized parks and recreation leader that connects people and parks by:
- Engaging all members of our diverse community,

- Ensuring safe, functional and innovative amenities now and in the future,
- Continually developing professional, well trained staff that mirrors our community,
- Being the premier outdoor recreation destination in South Florida,
- Forming strategic relationships to ensure local access to green space,
- Exceeding the national average of park land per capita, and
- Advancing services through the incorporation of new technologies

Core Values
- A culture of teamwork
- Excellent customer service
- Demonstrating a high level of integrity and pride
- Fiscally responsible

Core Services
- Ensure access to beaches and water bodies
- Facilitate health and wellness opportunities
- Provide for youth enrichment, sports/athletic programming and facilities
- Promote stewardship of natural, archaeological and cultural sites
- Provide for trails, open space and picnic facilities

08/13/2026

Check out beach/park cleanup highlights from our Adopt-A-Park partners for July 2026 - way to go! Learn about our Adopt-A-Park program at pbcparks.com (under Volunteer Opportunities)

[Alt text: Multi-colored infographic. Adopt-A-Park logo on top of page. On-screen text: “July 2026. Palm Beach County Adopt-A-Park Program Highlights. 11 Cleanups hosted. 670 Volunteers involved. 1,577 Hours of service donated. 872 Pounds of litter removed from our parks and beaches.” ]

08/12/2026

What’s That Plant – Wild Coffee (Psychotria nervosa)

Wild Coffee is a native shrub that grows in Florida. The plant grows in swampy areas, cold soil areas and pine land areas.

Wild Coffee generally grows between four and ten feet tall and can spread up to eight feet wide. The distinct leaves are shiny and have deep veins.

The red berries are edible and non-toxic to humans, though they are bland in taste. The seed inside the berry can be roasted and brewed as a coffee substitute, but it does not contain caffeine.

How do animals use Wild Coffee?

Wild Coffee is a very popular plant for many wildlife, in particular birds, such as cardinals, blue jays, catbirds and mockingbirds. This plant is also great for shelter. Birds and butterflies can seek shelter inside the dense shrub.

Watch the episode on PBC Parks TV on YouTube

[Alt Text: Beige and green graphic featuring text and images of Wild Coffee, used to share information about common plants in South Florida.]

08/10/2026

We interrupt your feed for a moment of calm.
Take a moment to relax with the turtles at Green Cay Nature Center. You can find them and our other animal ambassadors across PBC Parks nature centers.

[Alt text: Video of turtles calmly swimming in a tank at Green Cay Nature Center. On screen text reads “Take a moment to relax with the turtles.” Video ends with the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation logo and below that logo is the Palm Beach County seal with text Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners underneath it. ]

08/07/2026

Friday mood: planning the perfect Saturday. How would you spend your perfect day in one of PBC’s parks?

[Alt text: Video of tops of pine trees against blue sky. On-screen text: “My ideal Saturday: Sunrise yoga Coffee on a park bench Nature walk Butterfly and bird watching Kayak or paddle Snacks at a pavilion Golden-hour photos”. Video ends with the the text Where You Belong above the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation logo and below that logo is the Palm Beach County seal with text Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners underneath it.]

08/06/2026

NOTICE: The swim advisory has been lifted for DuBois Park.

[Alt text: Graphic with the swim advisory information in a white box on a blue background. Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation logo appears at the top.]

08/05/2026

Animal Encounters - Meet the Eastern Box Turtle

Did you know? The Eastern Box Turtle is named for the unique hinge on its shell, which lets it close completely when it feels threatened, keeping it safe from predators.

Eastern Box Turtles are a member of the reptile species, like snakes, alligators and lizards.

They are omnivores that enjoy a balanced diet of both protein and plants, including insects, fruits and vegetables.

Eastern Box Turtles are usually found in shrubby grasslands or woodlands, like the edges of forests, but they can also live in marshy places.

The shell is part of the turtle's body. The top dome of their shell is called a carapace and the underside of the carapace is where their spine and ribs are.

Watch the episode on PBC Parks TV on YouTube

[Alt Text: Orange graphic featuring text and images of Eastern Box Turtle, used to share information about wildlife.]

08/04/2026

NOTICE: A swim advisory is currently in effect for DuBois Park. Stay connected with us for updates. For more information on the Florida Healthy Beaches Program, visit the Florida Department of Health website: https://www.floridahealth.gov/community-environmental-public-health/environmental-public-health/water-quality/aquatic-toxins/beach-water-quality/

[Alt text: Graphic with the swim advisory information next to an orange warning icon in a white box on a green background. Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation logo appears at the top.]

07/31/2026

From events and programs to ways to get involved with us, there’s something for everyone this month. View the full newsletter and see what’s coming up — link in bio or read here: https://conta.cc/45v4w0C

[Alt text: A photo of a sandy path bordered by bushes leading to the beach at Carlin Park with text that reads, “Check out what’s happening in PBC Parks – August 2026.]

07/27/2026

Celebrate with us and see how we work together to create opportunities for healthy, happy living in the Annual Report. Visit www.pbcparks.com or click the link in bio to read.

[Alt Text: Two-page spreads from the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Annual Report featuring photos, statistics, program highlights and key accomplishments that showcase parks, recreation programs, community events and department initiatives throughout the year.]

07/23/2026

Check out beach/park cleanup highlights from our Adopt-A-Park partners for June 2026 - way to go! Learn about our Adopt-A-Park program at pbcparks.com (under Volunteer Opportunities)

[Alt text: Image of a bird standing on a pier looking out over a lake while it dries its wings. On-screen text: “June 2026, Palm Beach County Adopt-A-Park Partners, hosted 11 cleanups, 722 volunteers, donated 1,533 hours of service, removed 939 pounds of litter from our parks and beaches.” Palm Beach County seal with text Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners underneath it, Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation logo and Adopt-A-Park logo are at the bottom.]

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Telephone

+15619666600

Website

https://linktr.ee/pbcparks

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