ROTHENBACH PARK
8650 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota
Also features: fitness equipment (outdoor), reservable space/pavilions. Visit scgov.net (keyword reservations) or contact 941-861-PARK (7275).
OUTDOOR FITNESS EQUIPMENT The following parks have a series of outdoor exercise stations along the trails or within the parks. Caspersen Beach Park Fruitville Park
ACTIVITIES
Laurel Park
SLITHER AND HISS: SNAKES OF FLORIDA
Nokomis Community Park
Nov. 13 / Ages: 6 and up / Fee: Free / Pavilion / Saturday, 10-11 a.m.
Pinebrook Park
Snakes have long been the objects of fascination, fear and even revulsion. In the natural world, snakes perform valuable environmental services that benefit other species and even the human population. Grab a seat in the shade of the pavilion to learn about Florida’s snake species and how to live with snakes in your home landscape. Be prepared to see live snakes! For details, call 941-861-5000.
Rothenbach Park Urfer Family Park
NATURAL AREAS
For more information on each of these parks, visit scgov.net/parks.
TRASH TO TREASURE: WELCOME TO ROTHENBACH PARK Nov. 27 / Ages: 12 and up / Fee: Free / Pavilion / Saturday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Late autumn is a great time to take a leisurely guided walk along paved and mostly shaded trails through Rothenbach Park. Learn about the history of the site and the interesting blend of uses that make this site unique. Discuss the native and non-native plants and animals that live at the park and the techniques employed by the county to protect and preserve the habitat. Participants should meet at the pavilion and be prepared to walk approximately 2.75 miles. For details, call 941-861-5000 or email parksonline@scgov.net.
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ROTHENBACH PARK FITNESS COURSE ELEVATE fitness course at Rothenbach Park brings together a series of challenging physical obstacles that an individual or team can take on! Levels of challenge include options for beginners, intermediate and advanced fitness users ages 5+. For more information, visit scgov.net (keywords Rothenbach Park).
For more information and registration, visit scgov.net/parks, or call 941-861-5000.
