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Inside Myakka
Myakka River State Park is a haven for hikers, birdwatchers, kayakers, cyclists, campers and nature lovers.
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Off the Beaten Path
Truly unique vacation experiences are often stumbled upon rather then created. To make that delightful mistake, one usually must take the path less traveled.
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Paddling Adventures
Whether you're 8 or 80, kayaking is easy to master. You can quietly sneak up on the fish, get into spots other boats can't and it's affordable to rent (or buy) a kayak. Family-friendly? You bet.
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Paddling Pursuits
Sea kayaking around Sarasota and Her Islands can be as adventurous or as relaxing as you like.
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Road Less Traveled
Explore Sarasota's lesser-known quiet side, just off the beaten path. Like a diamond in the rough, it's just waiting to be discovered.
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Safety Tips
Sarasota County's mixture of flora and fauna is a feast for the senses, but do take care with our natural attractions. Below are some helpful tips for enjoying Southwest Florida.
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Sailing Sarasota
Sarasota is a sailor’s delight. Dolphins leap along side starboard and port, and manatees lumber in our tepid waters; exotic birds nest on mangrove islands and scamper along sandy beaches. Our picturesque gulf, bays and inlets...
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Seasons of Sarasota County
Rainy season and hurricane season are two of the main timeframes you'll want to know about as you travel to our tropical destination.
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Snook Haven
An Old Florida, bayou-style restaurant and pleasantly primitive entertainment venue, Snook Haven Restaurant & Fish Camp has been a fixture in Venice for more than 50 years.
