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Venice Area Audubon Rookery - Areas of Interest

Venice Area Audubon Rookery

This small rookery island within a man-made lake is a premier destination for birders and nature photographers. The rookery is a highly used nesting spot for egrets, herons and anhingas. The best time to photograph is early...

Venice Beach - Areas of Interest

Venice Beach

This is a great place to enjoy a day in the sun with the entire family. Swimming, sunning, walking and viewing nature are popular activities. Venice is known for the prehistoric sharks' teeth that wash onshore, so keep an eye...

Wharf Road Park - Areas of Interest

Wharf Road Park

For those looking for a paddle experience, this is a good launch point. Neville Marine Preserve and Palmer Point Park in Little Sarasota Bay are across the bay and provide wonderful birding opportunities. Be careful crossing...

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Go for a primitive camping experience at Myakka State Forest