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November 17-19, 2023: Englewood Beach Waterfest is a celebration of everything water. Included in the 9th year event celebration is a Block Party with music, food and a display of race boats on Historic Dearborn Street in Englewood on Friday, November 17. On Saturday and Sunday November 18-19 on Englewood...
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Welcome aboard Kokomo Charters, Sarasota's foremost provider of exclusive luxury boat charters, offering an amazing boating experience throughout Sarasota County for you and your guests, accommodating up to 13 individuals. Each voyage is meticulously tailored to your individual preferences, whether it entails savoring the culinary delights of local restaurants and...
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History: Turtle Beach was named for its sea turtle nesting habitat. Amenities: beach, swimming, fishing, boat ramp, canoe/kayak launch, playground, volleyball court, horseshoe pit, picnic pavilion, picnic shelters, grills, park benches, classroom, outdoor showers, restrooms, parking, no lifeguard.
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From magnificent views of the Gulf of Mexico to the serene views of Sarasota Bay, the Palm Bay Club offers a unique variety of one, two and three bedroom condominiums to suit every taste. Amenities include two swimming pools, outdoor spa, fitness center, boat docks, private beach and impeccable service.
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Resort ideally situated on approximately three acres spanning 180 feet of prime beach to 180 feet on the bay. Whether you're beachside or bayside, you're always just steps from the beach, a heated fresh water pool, boat docks and the tropical courtyard. All rooms have full kitchens. Perfect for family...
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This neighborhood park is located on Little Sarasota Bay. A small dock allows short-term mooring for boaters looking for a shady picnic spot. There are no restrooms and parking is limited. Launch point for the Neville Marine Preserve Paddling Trail, within Paddle Sarasota, a Guide to Sarasota's kayak and canoe...
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?This 16-acre neighborhood park located east of I-75 between Bee Ridge Road and Proctor Road was once known as Sunshine Springs and Gardens. This local attraction operated from 1955 to 1959 featuring a swan boat tour through the tropical gardens and lake and "aquabelles" in water ski shows. Now the...
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Nokomis Beach is Sarasota County's oldest public beach. The Nokomis Beach Plaza was designed and built in the 1950's by Jack West, of the renowned Sarasota School of Architecture, and renovated in 2008. Amenities include: beach, swimming, lifeguards, boardwalk, canoe/kayak launch, boat ramp and dock on bayside, historic Nokomis Beach...
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Named for Jim Neville, a renowned Sarasota environmentalist, this island is a popular boating destination. With its very low elevation, it makes for a wet hike during high tides, but the variety of coastal birds, plants, and wildlife make it well worthwhile. See the Neville Marine Preserve Trail, from Paddle...
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Nathan Benderson Park is a Sarasota County owned park that is managed by the Suncoast Aquatic Nature Center Associates, Inc. (SANCA). SANCA is a not-for-profit business created to promote and manage Nathan Benderson Park, a community/public asset and world class, multi-use sports venue. Our mission is to improve the quality...