Things to do
Clearwater Florida | Fowl Trail Runs through Pinellas County and Tampa Beaches
January 10th, 2008 Categories: Clearwater Florida, Things to do
Clearwater Florida – Birds of a Feather Flock Together
Clearwater Florida – You may not know but Florida’s attracts more than snowbirds this time of year. Florida is a bird watching mecca and Clearwater has many spots to view them.
I love photographing various birds when I come to on our Tampa Bay Beaches. I’ve shared a few of my Fowl Friend photos here.
There have been over 500 species of birds spotted in Florida along our Great Florida Bird Trail. This “Fowl” Trail is made up of 2000 miles of self guided Florida birding along our highway trails. Yes, you read right - I said 2000 miles!!!
We have several spots here along our Pinellas County highways and you might have noticed the Great Bird Trail Markers as seen below along US Highway 60 about halfway across the road connecting Clearwater to Tampa Florida. Also one of my favorite spots on the trail is in Tierra Verde Florida at Fort Desoto Park and Beach. If you stop by the ranger’ s station they have free guides as well.
Did you know that the state of Florida has:
- 445 birding sites located throughout Florida.
- over 481 birds native to Florida;
- 12 non-natives;
- and 4 native birds that are currently on the extinction list.
Information provided by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Your Guide to Bird watching in Tampa Bay Florida
These trails were designed to conserve and promote “Florida’s bird habitat by promoting birdwatching activities, conservation education and economic opportunity” (Source: GFBT Home page)
The Great Florida Bird trail is divided into 4 Sections and each one has it’s own birding trail guide.
If you are interested in looking for birds in Pasco County, Pinellas County and Hillsborough County you will find all the birding sites and trails listed in a down-loadable guide – the West Section Guide
I have enjoyed checking out the sites in Clearwater, Dunedin, Tierra Verde, St Petersburg and Tampa.
The information for the Great Florida Birding Trail is also available in Spanish.
FREE Things to do in Clearwater Florida
In this day and age where the cost of everything seems to be rising it’s great to know you can have fun in Clearwater Florida (or any of the other Tampa Bay birding hot spots) while you learn by participating in the Wings Over Florida program. The Wings Over Florida , a FREE award program, is open to everyone - whether you’re a Clearwater | Tampa Bay resident or not.
The Wings Over Florida program encourages everyone to identify as many Florida native birds as you can. Earn levels for your birdwatching from “Beginner” to “Elite Florida Birder” and you’ll be awarded your Florida bird watching certificates.
Bird watching For Kids in Pinellas County
There’s also a great program to introduce younger kids (those ages 3rd grade and up) to birding in Florida – it’s called the Wings Over Florida Junior Birder Program. Check it our online – They provide Student / Teacher resources so you can create your own bird scavenger hunt and other fun activities. It’s great for Florida home schooled children too.
The Great Florida Bird Trail website has lots of tips and techniques for the beginner to the most experienced bird watcher.
They provide:
- birding checklist,
- bird guides,
- info on which sites you can expect to see which birds.
Hope this provides you with some new ideas of things to do in the Clearwater | St Petersburg | Tampa Bay area.
Have you ever tried bird-watching? What’s your favorite spot or story?
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Florida’s Clearwater Beach Hosts Outback Bowl Day of Fun at the Beach
December 29th, 2007 Categories: Clearwater Beach Florida, Community News, Tampa Beach Living, Things to do
Clearwater Beach Hosts College Beach Day Party
Clearwater Beach Florida – It’s hard to believe New Years is just days away. This is the time of year when we have lots of college football fans hit Clearwater Beach to kickoff the party leading to the big Outback Bowl on New Years Day held in the Raymond James Stadium.
I thought this picture was perfect since I am a University Florida Gator! Everywhere you go on Clearwater Beach you see people ready to host our Outback Bowl guests.
Sunday promises to be a day of FREE fun things to do for everyone who comes. It is being held at the newly remodeled Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort at 400 Mandalay Ave on Clearwater Beach located next to Pier 60 – home of the nightly sunset celebration.
Outback Bowl Beach Day – Fun, Sun and Football Festivities
Calling all University of Tennessee and University of Wisconsin college football fans they’ve planned a day of fun and friendly display of school spirit for you on Clearwater Beach.
The events are taking place from 11am to 4pm and the weather is set to be 76 degrees and sunny – perfect Clearwater Beach weather.
Outback Bowl Beach Day will include:
- Performances by Wisconsin band and cheerleaders.
- Performances by Tennessee band and cheerleaders;
- Tennessee and Wisconsin players arrive as part of the celebration.
- Enjoy Skydivers landing at the party.
- Beach Bowl Party will include also official introductions and a trivia game.
- Don’t miss the Tug of war that will pit Wisconsin’s cheerleaders against the Tennessee’s cheerleaders.
- And a Coopie eating contest ( I gotta admit I don’t know what a coopie is – anyone know?).
Have fun and enjoy our award winning beaches while you’re here!
Clearwater Beach Real Estate
Are you looking to buy a Clearwater Beach Condo or Sand Key Real Estate;where you can enjoy our beautiful Pinellas Gulf Coast beaches? Here’s what some of our past clients have to say about how we helped them….
** CLICK ON PHOTOS BELOW TO SEE CLIENT VIDEO TESTIMONIALS **
Buyers tell us that selecting the best Clearwater Beach Real Estate Agent, online or from a distance, can be a challenge. Some of our past clients agreed to share their experiences and tell you why they think you should work with us.
Click on the photos below and meet some of our clients and now friends…we’d love to be YOUR choice too! 
Want more info on Clearwater Beach Real Estate? Search the Clearwater Beach MLS multiple listings of all properties including all waterfront Clearwater Beach homes for sale and beachfront condos in Clearwater.
Looking for Real Estate in Clearwater Florida or Waterfront Condos on Tampa Beaches – Give us a Call. (727) 422–8901.
The above information and images are Copyright © 2007 Jack and Cyndee Haydon, REALTORS and your Clearwater Real Estate Consultants and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed or published. All rights reserved. Plagiarism will be detected and is punishable by law.
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Clearwater Beach Florida | Just for Fun the Day after Christmas
December 26th, 2007 Categories: Clearwater Beach Florida, Community News, Tampa Beach Living, Things to do
Clearwater Beach Florida – Recovering from Christmas
Clearwater Beach FL –
Okay, it a holiday week and still recovering from our Christmas meals.
If you’re like me it’s time for some fun.
Check out these brain teasers (answers are at the end if you need them)….
Clearwater Beach Florida – Brain Teasers
1. Where is the American flag flown round the clock, but is never
raised, lowered, or saluted?
2. What is the only country whose flag is not rectangular?
3. What is the only country to have a single-colored flag?
4. How many verses does the Greek national anthem have?
Clearwater Beach Florida – Snapshots of Christmas 2007
While you’re contemplating the brain teasers – on the lighter side we wanted to share a few snapshots from Christmas 2007 yesterday on Clearwater Beach Florida’s Pier 60.
Pier 60 is a special place where everyone congregates nightly to celebrate the sunset and Christmas evening was no different. The Pier was hopping with visitors and the sun didn’t disappoint – ah the light show is always inspiring. The evening even ended with a full moon. Enjoy…
Hope you had a great Christmas with your family and friends.
We had a great day and enjoyed checking out the visitors vacationing here. We met lots of Europeans and Canadians already here for the winter. I can’t say I blame them… it is paradise found here on Clearwater Beach Florida.
Thanks for letting us share our little piece of Paradise,
ok here are the answers to the questions above – hope you had a little fun… tomorrow we’ll be back talking about Clearwater Beach Real Estate and more!
1. On the Moon.2.Nepal’s flag is asymmetrical. 3. Libya’s, which is
solid green. 4. 158.
Clearwater Beach Real Estate – Luxury Condos and Homes
Are you looking to buy a Clearwater Beach Condo or Clearwater Beach Real Estate where you can enjoy our beautiful beaches? Here’s what some of our past clients have to say about how we helped them….
** CLICK ON PHOTOS BELOW TO SEE CLIENT VIDEO TESTIMONIALS **
Buyers tell us that selecting the best Clearwater Beach Real Estate Agent, online or from a distance, can be a challenge. Some of our past clients agreed to share their experiences and tell you why they think you should work with us.
Click on the photos below and meet some of our clients and now friends…we’d love to be YOUR choice too!
Want more info on Clearwater Beach Real Estate? Search the Clearwater Beach MLS multiple listings of all properties including all waterfront Clearwater Beach homes for sale and beachfront condos in Clearwater.
Looking for Real Estate in Clearwater Florida or Waterfront Condos on Tampa Beaches – Give us a Call. (727) 422–8901.
The above information and images are Copyright © 2007 Jack and Cyndee Haydon, REALTORS and your Clearwater Real Estate Consultants and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed or published. All rights reserved. Plagiarism will be detected and is punishable by law.
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