Merry Meals with Santa

Santa Claus is coming to Sarasota County! Celebrate the season with him over a festive meal at one of three locations or consider donating an unwrapped toy for children ages 12 and under.

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Facility Use and Fees

The updated Facility Use Guidelines and General Fee Schedule includes new pricing effective Oct. 1, 2024.

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Phillippi Farmhouse Market

Join us at Phillippi Farmhouse Market every Wednesday, October through April, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.! Explore fresh produce, artisanal goods, live music and free historic guided tours of the Edson Keith Mansion.

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The Ridge

Have you heard about our free teen center for ages 11-17, packed with games, hang out opportunities like movie marathons, crafts and new friends? We are always looking for more to come and join. Located at Bee Ridge Park, The Ridge is open Monday to Friday, 3-8 p.m. and select Saturdays and special events. Stop by and check it out today!

Parks Quick Facts

Get a snapshot of our department's recent achievements, budget, operations and more with our quick facts sheet.

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Spotlight

Merry Meals with Santa Happening in December

Children aged 12 and under, along with their families, are invited to join Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources for the annual Merry Meals with Santa events.

Celebrate National Public Lands Day with PRNR staff on Sept. 28

Sarasota County invites volunteers to celebrate National Public Lands Day (NPLD) on Sept. 28.

Sarasota County secures 656-acre conservation easement of Longino Ranch, Inc. property

Sarasota County has acquired a conservation easement for 656 acres on Longino Ranch, Inc. property through its Environmentally Sensitive Lands Protection Program (ESLPP).

Sarasota County continues commitment to environment with new land acquisition

Sarasota County’s Land Acquisition and Management Program, which encompasses the Environmentally Sensitive Lands Protection Program (ESLPP) and the Neighborhood Parkland Acquisition Program (NPP), continues to preserve natural lands.

Celebrate Park and Recreation Month in July

Join Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources (PRNR) in celebrating Park and Recreation Month this July.

Turtle Beach Campground honored as Small Park of the Year

Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources is proud to announce that Turtle Beach Campground has been recognized as the Small Park of the Year by the Florida and Alabama RV Park and Campground Association.

Sarasota County honored with national award

Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources (PRNR) has been honored with a 2024 National Association of County Parks and Recreation Officials (NACPRO) award, recognizing their outstanding achievements in 2023.

Free Kids' Summer Beach Runs return to Sarasota County beaches June 4

The annual Kids' Summer Beach Runs are returning to Siesta and North Brohard beaches throughout June and July.

Sarasota County presents Bridge-to-Bridge Bay Slam Fishing Tournament

Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources is excited to introduce the Bridge-to-Bridge Bay Slam, a catch-and-release fishing tournament for non-motorized vessels set to take place on Saturday, May 18, on Sarasota Bay.

County closes out Phillippi Farmhouse Market season on a high note

On Wednesday, April 24, Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources received a donation of $65,000 from the Friends of Phillippi Estate Park, a chapter of Friends of Sarasota County Parks (FOSCP).

Sarasota County acquires 5-acre property with ESLPP

On Friday, April 12, Sarasota County completed the acquisition of the 5-acre property at 3905 E. Venice Ave., Venice.

Sarasota County acquires 43-acre Burns property

On Thursday, April 4, Sarasota County successfully finalized the purchase and acquisition of the 43.34-acre Burns property located at Woodland Boulevard, North Port, within unincorporated Sarasota County.

Sarasota County Celebrates 100th Anniversary of Spring Training

The 2024 spring training baseball season begins this week, marking Sarasota County's commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of spring training baseball.

Sarasota BMX celebrates 50 years

Sarasota BMX celebrates 50 years, will host Sunshine State Nationals in January

Programs and Events

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9:00 AMA PRESCRIPTION FOR FIRE
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10:00 AMHISTORY IN THE PARK: DR. C. B. WILSON HOUSE OPEN HOUSE
3 4 5 6
9:00 AMMANGROVES, ESTUARIES AND UPLANDS
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9:00 AMDEMONSTRATION GARDEN TOUR
9:30 AMCULTURAL CRAFTS
2:30 PMParks Advisory and Recreation Council (PARC) Meeting
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8:00 AMFOREST BATHING AND MEDITATION AT URFER FAMILY PARK
9:00 AMA PRESCRIPTION FOR FIRE
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9:30 AMLEMON BAY F.I.S.H. PROJECT
10:00 AMHISTORY IN THE PARK: DR. C. B. WILSON HOUSE OPEN HOUSE
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9:00 AMMANAGING A NATURAL AREA PRESERVE IN SUBURBIA
9:30 AMCULTURAL CRAFTS
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10:00 AMAnnual Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival
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10:00 AMAnnual Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival
10:00 AMHISTORY IN THE PARK: DR. C. B. WILSON HOUSE OPEN HOUSE
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10:00 AMAnnual Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival
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10:00 AMAnnual Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival
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8:00 AMPLANT AND ANIMAL IDENTIFICATION WALK
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8:00 AMFOREST BATHING AND MEDITATION AT URFER FAMILY PARK
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10:00 AMHISTORY IN THE PARK: DR. C. B. WILSON HOUSE OPEN HOUSE
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10:00 AMHISTORY IN THE PARK: DR. C. B. WILSON HOUSE OPEN HOUSE
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Share Your Story - North Jetty Fish Camp and the Trolley Nebraska

Share Your Story - North Jetty Fish Camp and the Trolley Nebraska

Unfortunately, the Trolley Nebraska was destroyed from Hurricane Milton. Sarasota County's Historical Resources team is partnering with Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources to gather stories and photos from the public regarding the North Jetty Fish Camp and the Trolley Nebraska.

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Progress on 17th Street Park, A Sarasota County Regional Park

Progress on 17th Street Park, A Sarasota County Regional Park

Get the latest update on progress for 17th Street Park, A Sarasota County Regional Park, as well as the status of our other fields from Nicole Rissler, Director of Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources.

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New Land Acquisitions for PRNR

New Land Acquisitions for PRNR

Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources recently acquired two separate parcels in unincorporated Sarasota County through the Land Acquisition Program. A 43.34 acre parcel was purchased within the ESLPP Deer Prairie Creek Preserve Protection Priority Site, and a 5.0 acre parcel was purchased within the ESLPP Sleeping Turtles Preserve South Protection Priority Site.

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