About Us

(Photo courtesy of the Palm Beach Post)

Why we founded it

In 2019, concerned residents established our group due to the decline in the population of ducks, wading birds, and squirrels in Pelican Lake. We identified the use of shoreline herbicides, such as Roundup, and aquatic herbicides, like copper sulfate, as potential causes. Our primary objective was to advocate for a comprehensive shift in the town’s lake management strategy.

Town policies changed

To better manage Pelican Lake, our group enlisted the expertise of a freshwater lake consultant who created a detailed management plan. Using this plan, we advocated for the town to reassess its policies, practices, and goals. Our efforts were successful, as the town leaders adopted a new vision to promote the wellbeing of fish, waterfowl, and birds by achieving a healthy and vibrant lake ecosystem that prioritizes native plant species.

Our vision and goals for Pelican Lake

Our goal is to restore a balanced and self-sustaining ecosystem where native species of birds, fish, and plants thrive and coexist harmoniously, while keeping invasive species in check. To achieve this, we have set medium-term objectives, which include implementing measures to filter stormwater runoff before it enters the lake, planting diverse vegetation along the shoreline, creating shallow littoral shelves to serve as nesting areas, and introducing beneficial fish species to the lake.

Our broader scope for the town

Our advocacy extends beyond Pelican Lake, encompassing the preservation, conservation, and enhancement of our entire town’s environment. This encompasses our beaches, dunes, wetlands, mangrove areas, and the Juno Dunes Natural Areas. Furthermore, we promote environmental education on topics such as water quality, waste management and recycling, air quality, wildlife conservation, and land management.

The Juno Beach Ecology Group, Inc., is a 501(c)(3) organization, and accepts your tax deductible donations to fund its work.