Mote Science Education Aquarium (SEA) mote.org Get close to hundreds of amazing sea creatures like sharks, manatees, sea turtles, jellyfish & more, and learn how we’re working to protect them, at Mote SEA. 225 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243, (941) 388-6683 Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy nathanbendersonpark.org Nathan Benderson Park is a nearly 600-acre paradise featuring a 400-acre lake. Enjoy outdoor pursuits such as world-class rowing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding. 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir., Sarasota, FL 34235, (941) 358-7275 PopStroke popstroke.com PopStroke features two 18-hole putting courses, jumbotrons and oversized TVs throughout the property, alongside lively bars and a full-service scratch kitchen. 195 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL 34243, (941) 500-9495 Sarasota Audubon Society sarasotaaudubon.org Sarasota Audubon invites you to enjoy great birding, wildlife, guided walks, sustainability, children’s exhibits & native gardens at our Celery Fields Nature Center. 999 Center Rd., Sarasota, FL 34240, (941) 312-6533 Sarasota Bay Explorers sarasotabayexplorers.com Our Sea Life Encounter Tour is a hands-on, fun & informative cruise led by a marine biologist. See dolphins, manatees, birds & sea life brought up in the trawl net. 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 388-4200 Sarasota Farmers Market sarasotafarmersmarket.org The Sarasota Farmers Market is a proud non-profit vendor run organization with 80+ vendors, live music & local non-profits. Open all year! Lemon Ave from 1st St. to Pineapple, Sarasota, FL 34230, (941) 225-9256 Sarasota Jungle Gardens Since 1939, this family-owned ‘Old Florida’ treasure has inspired generations through up-close encounters with iconic free-roaming flamingos, diverse wildlife, and entertaining and educational daily shows. 3701 Bay Shore Rd., Sarasota, FL 34234, (941) 355-5305 sarasotajunglegardens.com Sarasota Paradise sarasotaparadise.us We are building a Soccer Club from our shared history for our shared future. 1620 Main St., #11, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 780-0321 Warm Mineral Springs Park NorthPortFL.gov/WMSP Sarasota Sharks sarasotasharks.org Competitive swimming, recreational swimming, Masters swimming, synchronized swimming, community Open Swim, learn-to-swim Swim School, inflatable obstacle course. 8501 Potter Park Dr., Sarasota, FL 34238, (941) 260-9107 Siesta Key Rum siestakeyrum.com Our Tasting Room and tours are a great way to spend an afternoon. Our Tasting Room is open everyday and we offer tours most days; we just ask you preregister online! 2212 Industrial Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34234, (941) 702-8143 Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf smugglersgolf.com Play adventure miniature golf in caves, by a shipwreck and near rushing waterfalls. Feed live alligators too. Second location in Bradenton. 3815 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, FL 34234, (941) 351-6620 Sunset Food Tours sunsetfoodtours.com Tours will cover the hidden gems of our local community—offering food, drink, culture, history, and of course, memories, while savoring every bite. Serving Sarasota Area, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 228-9454 Learn More 12200 San Servando Ave. 941-429-PARK (7275) VisitSarasota.com 67
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