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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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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...
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In 1963, Manasota Beach consisted of a small beach (450 feet of Gulf frontage) with four concrete picnic shelters. Spoil from the construction of the ICW was pumped onto the bay side of Manasota Beach in the early 1960's, expanding the park. Additional beach was purchased by the County in...
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North Jetty Beach Park offers to visitors the opportunity to watch the boats pass through the channel from the Intracoastal Waterway to the Gulf of Mexico. Lifeguards are on duty year round This park is also a popular fishing spot, where changing tides yield their catch to patient beach-goers. Just...
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The Hampton Inn & Suites Venice Bayside South Sarasota hotel is conveniently located close to the beaches of Venice, Florida, midway between Sarasota and Englewood. Brew a cup of coffee in your Venice, FL hotel room, and then prepare for a busy day with a free hot breakfast in our...
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Perfect for canoe and kayak launching, allows leashed pets, has a fishing pier & boat ramp, picnic area, water fountain, playground, bathrooms, electric car charger, and walking trails. Perfect location to watch the sunset. Ken Thompson In recognition of this dedicated service to the City of Sarasota as City Manager...
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Indian Mound provides a rare opportunity to visit a significant Indian Mound site. The contoured landscape is a direct result of Indian habitation. The Indians were attracted to this spot for the availability of resources on land and in the bay. The suitability of this spot for early inhabitation is...
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Suncoast Charities for Children is a 501 (c)(3) that provides funding to six area non-profit agencies providing programs and services to over 8,000 children, teens, and adults with special needs. Funding support is made possible thanks to special events held throughout the year such as the Thunder By The Bay...
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There's no better way to get away from the daily grind than to find a nice, relaxing spot at Chart House – one of the best Longboat Key waterfront restaurants. Whether you're in the dining room or on the terrace overlooking the gorgeous Gulf waters of Sarasota Bay, Chart House...