March into our Parks

Birds, bugs, full moon walks, nature strolls, things for kids of every age to do in our diverse and wonderful parks this month.   A monthly e-newsletter sharing our nature news and events. Phillippi Farmhouse Market - 8th Season! Sponsor: Friends...

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Poetry, plants, wild things in February’s Parks

An amazing variety of things to do in February beginning with a poet-naturalist's tour of Lemon Bay Park, from Sarasota County's Parks people.   A monthly e-newsletter sharing our nature news and events. Poetry in the Park Join poet and master...

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Become a Waterway Steward

Check out this new and exciting volunteer opportunity to be a Waterway Steward. Visit www.scgov.net/volunteer, search in the Opportunities Directory for PSC: Waterway Stewards to find the complete opportunity description.     Details via Volunteer Sarasota County PSC- Waterway Stewards...

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Happy Holidays from the Friends

May your days be filled with peace, hope, and joy this holiday season.As always, thank you for your love of parks, environmental awareness, and volunteer spirit!Sincerely, The Friends of Sarasota County Parks Evolving Friends We're still all about our parks....

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Bigger Better Tot Lot at Urfer

  Thanks to the generosity of some very special people, the Tot Lot at Urfer Family Park has just been upgraded! Robert and Gail Davies approached parks staff in April to express their desire to fund a project at the...

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Serendipity and Snakes in September!

Our monthly e-newsletter sharing our nature news and events. You're Invited to papaya! Grand Opening Celebration of the Youth Athletic Complex - SRQ BMX Park! Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of the Youth Athletic Complex - SRQ BMX Park...

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Go Outside and Play in August!

Tour the gardens at Shamrock Park, explore submerged habitats at Lemon Bay, attend the grand opening of the BMX Park -- in short, go outside and play! Our monthly e-newsletter sharing our nature news and events. Demonstration Garden Tour at Shamrock Park...

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Seasons & Serendipity: Our Parks in June

From Mangroves to spiders, from Shamrock Park to Lemon Bay, Sarasota County has it all going on in its parks, recreational facilities, and nature reserves. Check out the family-friendly archaeological event at Phillippi of yore, or search for flowers at...

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Sarasota at Play in May

A monthly e-newsletter sharing our nature news and events. Birding Diversity at the Carlton Reserve Calling all birding enthusiasts! Be tantalized and wowed by the vast array of bird species and nature found at the beautiful Carlton Reserve. Join local birder,...

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Amateur Sand Sculpture May 7

44th annual Amateur Sand Sculpture Contest returns to Siesta Beach   SARASOTA COUNTY - Have some fun in the sun and sand as Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources hosts the 44th annual Amateur Sand Sculpture Contest on Siesta...

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