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Experience Sarasota County
December 2025
Spot native Florida birds year-round in Sarasota County—from Gulf beach shores to mangrove flatland and brackish estuaries. Birdwatching...
October 2025
Here’s the latest report from fishing guides in the area. November Fishing Report—Capt. Rick Grassett Rick Grassett is...
October 2025
Sarasota’s version of winter invites you outside—to play, explore and breathe deeply. You’ll find there’s no better time...
January 2025
Sarasota County is a growing destination for professional, amateur and recreational sports. Enjoy year-round, sunny skies, world-class facilities...
September 2022
Sarasota-area waters offer an abundance of angling delights The captain spotted the school of tarpon swimming parallel to...
May 2022
Sarasota County offers many natural resources for us and our 4-legged friends to enjoy! Sarasota County is definitely...
March 2021
Traveling with a pet? Get prepared with our guide on this critter-friendly destination offering plenty of options for...
January 2021
Look no further in Florida for awesome Tarpon fishing! These majestic game fish can be found right along...
July 2020
Nestled along the Gulf Coast of Florida, southwest of Orlando, south of Tampa and north of Naples, Sarasota...
July 2020
Paddling in North Port reveals 80 miles of freshwater canals – a relatively unknown world known as the...
June 2020
Beyond Sarasota County's beautiful beaches, shopping, dining and cultural amenities there is something else to make your visit...
May 2020
Sarasota County is no slouch when it comes to this Spanish favorite. These restaurants are serving up some...