Parks and Recreration
Tarpon Springs Florida | Pinellas County Parks | A. L. Anderson Park
December 17th, 2007 Categories: Fishing, Parks and Recreration, Pinellas County, Things to do
Fun Things to do in Tarpon Springs Florida
Tarpon Springs, Florida is home to two of Pinellas Counties best Public Parks and today I‘d like to share information with you on A.L. Anderson Park located in Tarpon Springs Florida and is situated on Lake Tarpon.
Fred H Howard Park is the other Pinellas Park located in Tarpon Spings Florida and juts out into the Gulf of Mexico complete with it’s own beach.
Anderson Park – Boating, Dog Park, Picnics, Playgrounds and More
Pinellas County Park, A. L. Anderson Park, is made up of almost 130 acres of green space in Northern Pinellas County.
It has a distinctive hilly terrain and long nature trail and boardwalk along Lake Tarpon and Salmon Bay.
A.L. Anderson Park also has a playground for kids and is a favorite among Tampa Bay doggie paw grounds for dogs. This Pinellas County Park also had large areas of ample picnic tables overlooking the waterfront.
A. L. Anderson park officially opened in 1982 and is named after a former commissioner who was a fisherman and also won several conservation awards.
Today I want share some of my favorite things about A L Anderson Park in Tarpon Springs are:
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The Pinellas County public boat ramps for easy access to freshwater boating, jet skiing and more – the large parking lot is appreciated on busy holidays and weekends;
- These Pinellas County Parks have an elaborate Paw Playground for man’s best friend – the dog park is complete with fire hydrants, water and more;
- Playground for kids as well that overlooks Lake Tarpon and hilly terrain.
- It has several shaded picnic shelters – Bar-B-Ques, Family Picnics and Birthday Parties are a few of the uses that come to mind; One sits overlooking Lake Tarpon.
- Public restroom facilities are kept neat in clean in my experience;
Tarpon Springs Waterfront Homes – Bring Your Boat
Are you looking to buy a Tarpon Springs Waterfront Condo or Tampa Bay Lakefront Home for your boat where you can enjoy fishing, yacht cruising and pull your power boat up to your dock out back? Here’s what some of our past clients have to say about how we helped them….
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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! 
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Camping Near Clearwater Beach Florida – Fishing, Biking, Shelling and Sunday’s Sunset
December 16th, 2007 Categories: Fishing, Parks and Recreration, Pinellas County, Sunday Sunsets, Tampa Beach Living, Things to do, Tierra Verde Florida
Clearwater Beach Florida Sunset Series
I’m breaking all the rules this week since this week’s sunset is found south of Clearwater Beach FL in Tierra Verde Florida and Ft Desoto Park. We’ve even included a video to help share the experience this week. So next week we’ll be back to normal with a sunset quote and the spotlight on one special sunset.
We got to take time off this past week from selling homes and condos on Clearwater Beach Florida to go tent camping in Tierra Verde with my parents who came down from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to spend some quality time with my family and be here to celebrate some family birthdays.
Jack was a trooper and was running back and forth between the campsite and Clearwater Beach since we had clients visiting from Massachusetts along with several buyers working towards closing on their homes for Christmas.
We sometimes 
forget how lucky we are to be able to do “tent camping” along the Gulf beaches near Clearwater for a variety of reasons. First, it’s such comfortable weather it was in the 80’s all week; Second, it’s a bargain when you consider it costs less than $40 per night with electricity, running water, clean and safe facilities and more; Third, it’s truly a piece of waterfront paradise on the Gulf of Mexico.
The best part of camping around Clearwater FL in the winter (ok actually there is one more week of fall left but don’t tell my friends up north) is you get to experience the best parts of Pinellas County Gulf beach living without having to travel very far.
You can go fishing from the park seawall or the gulf of mexico pier; birdwatching along the Great Florida Bird Trail, collecting sand dollars and shelling along the beach, biking through the trails, and just hanging out relaxing in the hammocks – ending each day watching the sun dip below the water with the promise of another beautiful day tomorrow.
If you have a sunset you want to share just email it to me at cyndee@sandbarstosunsets.com
Clearwater Beach Real Estate Agents Favorite Florida Sunset from week Camping
Thanks for allowing me to share a little about the fun we have living in Clearwater Florida and our extensive parks and recreation system in Pinellas County that we feel justified in bragging about.
As the sunset on our week of old fashion family fun at Ft Desoto Park – it was great to experience a week with no gameboys, no TV’s just serene walks, personal talks and hanging out in the hammocks.
I thought you’d get a kick seeing our youngest enjoy sleeping under the Florida stars in shorts – we definitely had perfect Clearwater winter weather.
This is the picture I’ll carry in my mind of “total relaxation and comfort” – isn’t that what we all are looking for. Not to worry, we’ve got lots of great outdoor retreats here in and around Clearwater Florida. We look forward to sharing more special sunsets from our piece of paradise.
Wishing you a great upcoming week – remember not to get too hurried with all the holiday hustle and bustle to enjoy some old fashion fun with your family and friends.
From our family to your’s have a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.
Gotta a local sunset – won’t you share?
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Clearwater Beach Florida’s Pier 60 – Sunday’s Sunset
December 9th, 2007 Categories: Clearwater Beach Florida, Clearwater Florida, Parks and Recreration, Sunday Sunsets, Tampa Beach Living, Things to do, Waterfront Living
Clearwater Beach Florida Sunset Series
We thought it was only fitting to use a photo from one of our favorite sunset spots of all time – Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach Florida.
It’s a place where we “celebrate” the sun setting each day with performers, crafters, music and more – we give Key West a definite run for their money. Kids enjoy the 2 playgrounds too.
If you have a sunset you want to share just email it to me at cyndee@sandbarstosunsets.com
We are treated to some of the most majestic sunsets each day in Clearwater Beach Florida and the surrounding beaches. We’re lucky because Pier 60 is home of the Best City Beach, Clearwater Beach – and it’s in our backyard.
We get to experience the magic evening as we relax and enjoy watching the sun settle into the Gulf of Mexico. In Clearwater Beach Florida we always take our sunsets seriously.
This week is now over and we are looking forward to the upcoming week with our family from Philadelphia Pennsylvania that’s visiting. Did I mention it was 80 degrees on December 9th 2007 – sunsets seem better when you’re watching in your bare feet with the white sand between your toes. 
– Wish you were here!
Clearwater Beach Real Estate Agents Favorite Florida Sunset
Wishing you a great upcoming week – we’re off to spend some time outdoors with the boy’s grandparents – camping, fishing and enjoying more sunsets! We all wish you a great week!
Gotta a local sunset to share – won’t you share?
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About Cyndee Haydon
Cyndee Haydon, Premier Sotheby's International Realty - Realtor | Estate Agent specializing in selling Luxury homes and beach condos from Clearwater Beach to St Pete Beach - 26 miles of paradise. (727) 710-8035 Cyndee's Google Profile
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Clearwater Florida Real Estate Agent shares favorite Freshwater Fishing and Boating in Pinellas County
November 29th, 2007 Categories: Fishing, Parks and Recreration, Pinellas County, Things to do
Pinellas County, Florida - Lake Freshwater Fishing and Boating
Freshwater Boating on Lakes in Pinellas County:
Pinellas County, Florida has three popular FRESHWATER public boat docks and boat launching facilities along Lake Tarpon and Lake Seminole for those Pinellas County area residents that enjoy fishing, waterskiing, jet skiing, kayaking, canoeing and more…
About Lake Tarpon: We are blessed to have Lake Tarpon located in Northern Pinellas County. This large popular freshwater lake is 5 miles long and one mile wide and is 8 to 12 feet deep on average so it can handle recreational boating of powerboats, jet skis as well as canoes and kayaks.
About Lake Seminole: This a large freshwater lake is found in the center of Pinellas County – close to the cities of Largo, Seminole and Pinellas Park.
Lake Seminole was actually created in the 1940s and has been used extensively since then for boating, skiing and fishing.
About Pinellas County Freshwater Boating Facilities:
A. L. Anderson Park – located at 39699 US Highway 19 North Tarpon Springs, Florida
- This 123 acre Pinellas County Park is on Lake Tarpon;
- Open 24 hours a Day;
- Restroom Facilities Available;
- Public Boat Dock & Launching facility;
John Chestnut Sr. Park – located at 2200 East Lake Road Palm Harbor Florida
- This 255 acre Pinellas County Park is adjacent to Lake Tarpon;
- Open Sunrise to Sunset – times vary based on seasons;
- Restroom Facilities Available;
- Public Boat Dock and Launching Facility;
Lake Seminole Park – located at 10015 Park Boulevard Seminole Florida
- This 250 acre Pinellas County Park is on Lake Seminole;
- Open Sunrise to Sunset – times vary based on seasons;
- Restroom Facilities Available;
- Public Boat Dock and Launching Facility;
Pinellas County Costs to use Boating Facilities:
Since late 2003 the county implemented a $5 per day Boat Trailer Parking Fee or if you are a frequent boater you may opt for the $100 annual pass. Otherwise the parks are FREE.
There is a Kiosk for you to pay your trailer parking fee.
Fishing in Pinellas County – You need a Florida Fishing License
Did you know that regardless of where you’re fishing or what you’re fishing for you need a license to fish in Florida.
Freshwater or Saltwater Licenses are currently $13.50 for one or $25.50 for a 1 year license for both Freshwater & Saltwater Fishing for Florida Residents. More about Pinellas County Fishing Licenses
Tampa Bay Waterfront Homes – Bring Your Boat
Are you looking to buy a Clearwater Waterfront Condo or Tampa Bay Lakefront Home for your boat where you can enjoy fishing, yacht cruising and pull your power boat up to your dock out back? 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, click to Search all Clearwater MLS listings includes all the homes and condos for sale in the Tampa MLS!
Click to Subscribe to Sandbars to Sunsets and get the Daily Digest by Email
Call us today at (727) 422–8901.
The above information and images are Copyright © 2007 Jack and Cyndee Haydon, REALTORS and your Clearwater Beach 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.
About Cyndee Haydon
Cyndee Haydon, Premier Sotheby's International Realty - Realtor | Estate Agent specializing in selling Luxury homes and beach condos from Clearwater Beach to St Pete Beach - 26 miles of paradise. (727) 710-8035 Cyndee's Google Profile
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Clearwater Florida | Free Workshop teaches How to Have a Holly Jolly Green Christmas
November 12th, 2007 Categories: Community News, Green Living, Parks and Recreration, Pinellas County, Tampa Bay, Things to do
Pinellas County Brooker Creek Preserve – Sustainable Living
Pinellas County Florida has invested in protecting our environment and one such example is their work to create Brooker Creek Preserve, 8500 acres in Tarpon Springs Florida.
The Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve help raise funds to be able to provide more local green education and eco-friendly work especially as it pertains to our local watershed. They also support the Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center. The Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center is open 9:00am – 4:00pm Wednesday – Sundays (Note: it is Closed Mondays and Tuesdays)
Pinellas County Living Green | Learn how to make your Holidays Green
The Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center Staff will be offering a free program, Make your Holiday’s Green, this Wednesday November 14, 2007 from 7–8pm.
“Did you know the holidays add 25 million tons of garbage to our landfills each year? Most wrapping papers, greeting cards and decorations cannot be recycled” – Brooker Creek Educational Center website
The Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center Staff will be offering a free program to teach you how to Make your Holiday’s Green, this Wednesday November 14, 2007 from 7–8pm at The Cypress Swamp Cafe.
You may even get started on your holiday gift wrapping – you will be learning eco-friendly ways to wrap presents, make environmentally friendly holiday cards and even how to make “green” decorations from nature.
- Admission: Free;
- Recommended for ages 10 and up;
- Serving shade-grown coffee and refreshments;
Clearwater Florida Family shares Favorite Eco Friendly Wrapping Project
Green Gift Wrapping: One of our families favorite eco-friendly gift wrapping ideas is to purchase the brown lunch bags and use our rubber stamps to decorate them.
Even my youngest son can do a great job making one-of-a-kind eco-friendly gift wrapping.
A few years ago we found rubber stamps on a roller – these are great for decorating larger items like butcher block paper and holiday cards on recycled paper.
Eco-Friendly Decorations: For years we have combed the beaches and picked shells with a natural hole in them. We can then string them to make a one-of-a kind ornament and my youngest has even made special “shell jewelry” – it’s something everyone treasures.
Can you believe the holidays are around the corner? Do you have a eco-friendly decorating tip or other idea to make our holidays special? I’d love to have you share your tip below…don’t be afraid to comment, it’s always welcome here!
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Cyndee Haydon, Premier Sotheby's International Realty - Realtor | Estate Agent specializing in selling Luxury homes and beach condos from Clearwater Beach to St Pete Beach - 26 miles of paradise. (727) 710-8035 Cyndee's Google Profile
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