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Sarasota County is home to a lot of ecosystems and habitats. Learn about the different parks that feature some family-friendly fun no matter what season!Sarasota might be a bustling small city with some paradisiacal beaches, but there's also a quieter side not far from the city lights. In fact, Sarasota...
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Special diet? Make your next trip stress free by choosing one of these local restaurants serving up delicious and creative animal-free mealsThe vegan diet is popular for its health and environmental benefits, and Sarasota County is riding that wave of popularity with more than 40 vegan-friendly restaurants. Sarasota was even...
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Find all kinds of ways to explore the great outdoors in this Sarasota County city North Port is the largest city in Sarasota County, both in terms of population and land mass. But while that fact might make you think of crowds or overdevelopment, the reality is just the opposite."North...
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The charm and appeal of Historic Spanish Point can be easily summed up in four P’s — Prehistoric, Pioneers, Palmer, and Plants. Nestled far back off Tamiami Trail in sleepy Osprey lies a verdant oasis rich with history. The 30 acre parcel of waterfront land has been inhabited by humans...
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The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus launched a clown college in the Florida beach destination in 1967, and gave the world a new generation of entertainers Sarasota County has long been synonymous with the circus and the art of clowning. It is a relationship that dates back nearly...
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Covering 130 acres, nine meticulously groomed and irrigated polo fields, two stick and ball fields and a regulation-sized arena make Sarasota Polo Club one of the largest clubs in the country. The Sarasota Polo Club, established in 1991, is a premier luxury sporting destination located on 130 manicured acres, including...
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For 70 years, Sarasota's Sailor Circus has thrilled audiences as one of the most unique extracurricular activities for local students in the world. For over 85 years, Sarasota County has been dubbed Circus City, USA as longtime home of the Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus. It seems only fitting...
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Look no further in Florida for awesome Tarpon fishing! These majestic game fish can be found right along our shoreline. There are many species of game fish that anglers pursue along our coast, but one causes fisherman to go a little crazy during peak months of May, June and July...
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There's something special about public art you stumble upon during a drive or walk instead of inside the walls of a museum. Unlike the art you view in a gallery, there's a fun element of surprise to public art. It may spark an unexpected discussion or prove to be an...
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This world-class aquatics and rowing facility features a premier 2,000 meter regatta course, the only International Rowing Federation-approved course in North America. Nathan Benderson Park is a Sarasota County owned park that is managed by the Suncoast Aquatic Nature Center Associates, Inc. (SANCA). This 600-acre multi-use facility is one of...