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Myakka River State Park -

Myakka River State Park

Myakka River State Park is one of Florida's oldest and largest state parks protecting one of the State's most diverse natural areas. The Myakka River,...

Historic Spanish Point -

Historic Spanish Point

Discover a fascinating 30 acre historical, archaeological and environmental museum on Little Sarasota Bay. Experience prehistory inside A Window to the...

Carlton Reserve -

Carlton Reserve

The T. Mabry Carlton, Jr. Reserve has more than 80 miles of hiking and biking trails, including the 12 mile Myakka Island Wilderness Trail which connects...

Crowley Museum and Nature Center -

Crowley Museum and Nature Center

Instilled with Jasper Crowley’s passion for preserving the history and environment of rural southwest Florida, the organization and its 190 acre...

Oscar Scherer State Park -

Oscar Scherer State Park

Oscar Scherer State Park is the Crown Jewel of Sarasota County’s Habitat Conservation Plan. A large acreage of scrubby flatwoods makes the park one...

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium -

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium

At Mote Aquarium you can explore the secrets of the sea through touch pools, viewable working labs, and high-tech interactive exhibits that showcase the...

G.WIZ - The Science Museum -

G.WIZ - The Science Museum

G.WIZ - The Science Museum - The Blivas Science and Technology Center is located on beautiful Sarasota Bay and offers indoor and outdoor activities for the...

Lemon Bay Park and Environmental Center -

Lemon Bay Park and Environmental Center

This is a marvelous place to see American bald eagles and a variety of local birds. The park also features scenic views of Lemon Bay, a butterfly garden,...

Phillippi Estate Park and Edson Keith Mansion -

Phillippi Estate Park and Edson Keith Mansion

Located on the shores of Phillippi Creek, the park includes Indian middens dating back 2,000 years. A midden is a mound containing shells, animal bones and...

Shamrock Park and Nature Center -

Shamrock Park and Nature Center

Shamrock Park and Nature Center is ideal for the active visitor, offering more than 80 acres of natural land, including native habitats for endangered or...

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