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Jenguard: Viking Mascot

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Jensen Beach, Florida

A former fiberglass mascot of the Viking Carpet chain, the 18-foot-tall Norseman was brought to Jensen Beach Elementary School in the early 1970s and named, "Jenguard."

Jenguard was toppled by teenage morons in 1985 and again in 2013, but quickly restored both times. The school is quite fond of their mascot. A cheery mural of children in a Viking longship -- brandishing pencils instead of battleaxes -- decorates an outer wall of the building.

Jenguard: Viking Mascot

Address:
2525 NE Savannah Rd, Jensen Beach, FL
Directions:
In front of Jensen Beach Elementary School. From US Hwy 1 turn east at the McDonalds onto NW Jensen Beach Blvd. Drive two miles. Turn right at the Walgreens onto NE Savannah Rd. Drive Three-quarters of a mile. Turn left at the blue sign into the school.
Admission:
Free
RA Rates:
Worth a Detour
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