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Beaches & Parks
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The Sarasota Beach Pass
A guide to Sarasota from north to south! Sarasota County has 35+ miles of coastline offering a variety of beaches fit for each personality. Enjoy the water by swimming, boating, or something more adventurous like parasailing, and dig your toes into the different types of sand to activate vacation mode! Trust us, when you’re this close to the Top Beach in the U.S., the sense of “ahhhh” really sinks in.
Located in Venice, Fla., Fox Lea Farm is one of the few privately owned equestrian facilities in the state.
While many of the events held at the facility are owned and managed by Fox Lea Farm, Inc., it is also available for rental to outside organizations. Hunter jumper, quarter horse, appaloosa and dressage shows have all been held at this facility. In addition to bleachers and viewing pavilions, an onsite café is available for every event.
Sports Accommodated
Equestrian