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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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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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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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It hasn’t taken our dog Mickey too long to love Sarasota County as much as we do. As a integral part of our family, we often take Mickey wherever we go! Enjoying a day out in Sarasota County is almost always more exciting when you have a puppy. If you...
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See this small beach community’s big heart at the beloved, annual Englewood Pioneer Days That sense of small-town community is where the Englewood Pioneer Days Parade Committee thrives. They love their town, they love its history, and they believe in preserving and protecting its legacy. That’s why they work hard...
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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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From playing in powdery quartz sands to splashing in coastal currents, here's your guide to Sarasota’s active shoreline. Sarasota County’s 35 miles of coastline serve as a stage for every kind of Florida athlete and adventurer. The beaches here are, of course, conducive for sunbathing and lounging, but they're also...
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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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Check out these great fall activities in Englewood. Florida ushers in the fall season like a whisper weather-wise, but it is far from a quiet time for activities in Sarasota County, especially in Englewood. Nestled on the south border of Sarasota County, the town of Englewood is planning events for...
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The new Englewood Beach Waterfest celebrates the community's coastal connections Englewood has long drawn folks interested in fishing, boating, and water recreation opportunities. A new festival, Englewood Beach Waterfest, will celebrate the community's liquid assets with activities ranging from educational exhibits to powerboat racing. "We have the best of both...