Indigenous Inhabitants and Early Settlement
Before European contact, the area that became Juno Beach was inhabited by the Jaega and related indigenous peoples. These communities thrived along the Atlantic coast, relying on the rich estuarine and marine ecosystems for sustenance. Fishing, shellfish gathering, and seasonal agriculture provided a stable subsistence economy.
Archaeological evidence, such as shell middens and ceramic fragments, indicates complex social structures and trade networks extending along Florida’s east coast. The coastline offered abundant resources, including fish, turtles, and shellfish, which became central to both daily life and ceremonial practices. shutdown123