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September 2010



6/19/2010 - 9/10/2010
2010 Scallop Season Open!
Check out these VisitCitrus.com links to help plan your scalloping adventure:

Scalloping Tour Providers
Bay Scallop Learning Lagoon Page
Water Temperature & Tide Information

Every year, from July 1 to mid-September, scalloping comes to Citrus County. Part snorkeling experience, part treasure dive and part saltwater fishing trip, scalloping along the unspoiled shores of Crystal River and Homosassa provides a salty adventure to fishers of all ages. Citrus County's bay scallops rest under about five or six feet of water, just offshore along the grassy lip of the Gulf of Mexico. All it takes is a snorkel, a mask, a mesh bag and a saltwater fishing license to get in on the action.

Recent scalloping seasons have been fantastic. Seafood lovers from all over the Sunshine State and beyond ventured to Citrus to dive for the meaty morsels, having an ocean of fun as they literally bagged their limits.

The bag limit is 2 gallons of whole scallops (in the shell), or 1 pint of scallop meat per person per day. In addition, no more than 10 gallons of whole scallops or 1/2 gallon of scallop meats may be possessed aboard any vessel at any time. You may harvest scallops only by hand or with a landing or dip net. Scallopers must remain in the legal scalloping area (from Mexico Beach to the Pasco-Hernando county line) while in possession of scallops on the water including the point where they return to land.


9/4/2010
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
21st Annual Harvest Moon Craft Show
Crystal River Armory
W. Venable St.
Crystal River, FL
Free Parking & Admission

Donations of pet food and supplies
will be accepted and appreciated.
Refreshments provided by Children's Medical Network,

For More Information call Ruth at
726-1991


9/4/2010 - 9/6/2010
9:00 AM -
Bowhunter Jamboree
BOWHUNTER JAMBOREE
BORADHEAD SHOOT

Labor Day Weekend
September 4th, 5th, & 6th 2010

Registration – All Day Sat. Sun. & Mon-A.M.

Registration Opens 9 A.M. Sat. Novelty Shoots Sat. & Sun.

Tournament – 1 Range on Sunday & Range on Monday

Citrus Wildlife Management Area
Holder Mine Camp Ground
Inverness, FL. (Enter Tr. 10 off S.R. 581 Only)

$30.00 Adult
$20.00 Youth
$40.00 Husband & Wife
$50.00 Family
(covers – JAMBOREE & 1 Yr. FBC Membership, including bulletin)

FIELD POINTS USED ONLY FOR RUNNING DEER TARGET, NOVELTY SHOOTS

FREE CAMPGROUND SITES AVAILABLE

TROPHIES: 1ST – 2ND & 3RD IN ALL FLIGHTS!

NOVELY SHOOT DOOR PRIZES RAFFLES

LIMITED TO THE FIRST 850 SHOOTERS)
BOWHUNTERS EDUCATION
PROGRAM WILL BE HELD…
SATURDAY AT 8:30 AM
REGISTER ON LINE PRIOR AT
MYFWC.COM FOR EDUCATION CLASS

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT US AT:

Click Here


9/4/2010
7:30 AM -
Crystal River Sprint #3 Triathlon
First Wave at 7:30 a.m.
WHERE: Fort Island Gulf Beach Park
14024 W. Fort Island Trail
Crystal River, Florida.

This race is limited to 350 Athletes, so be sure to register early to reserve your slot.

COURSE: SWIM ¼ mile in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico with a fresh water shower into transition #1
BIKE 15 miles out and back on this fast and flat course, running through the pristine estuaries of West Central Florida's beautiful "Nature Coast" The entire course is paved.
RUN 3 miles out and back with water available at miles 1 and 2
All Triathlons Start/Finish at the Fort Island Gulf Beach Park, Crystal River, Florida

Beach start at the water's edge in 3 waves.
WETSUITS: Read the Policy on Wetsuits from USA Triathlon --- Swim Caps are provided.

For more information
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9/11/2010
12:00 Noon PM - 7:00 PM
Freedom Walk

On the 9th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, join the City as it hosts this 4th annual World Trade Center Memorial Exhibit. The collection of artifacts from the attacks is assembled by members of the National Association of Retired Law Enforcement Officers. The exhibit is in the City Council Chamber. Outside, a collection of law enforcement, emergency and military vehicles will be on display. A Freedom Walk follows a brief ceremony at 5:30 pm.
212 W. Main Street
Inverness, FL 34450
Inverness Government Center
Exhibit hours are noon - 7 pm
(352) 726-2611 ext. 1309

Free parking and admission



9/11/2010
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Market Day with Art –Tailgating themed
Market Day with Art
657 N. Citrus Ave.
Crystal River, FL 34428

352-564-1400
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9/18/2010
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
15th Annual Christmas in September
Crystal River Armory
US 19 and Venable Street
Crystal River

$1 Donation appreciated

Many exhibitors with hand crafted items, decorations, food available and gifts galore!

For more information call BJ
795-5223


9/18/2010
Homosassa River Raft Race
The Homosassa River Raft Race will be held in Homosassa on September 18th at Mac Rae's and Riverside Resort.

For more information call Citrus 95.3 at: 352.628.4444 or visit citrus953.com


9/18/2010
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Save Our Waters Week-Adopt a Shore
ADOPT-A-SHORE AND PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DIVING INSTRUCTORS CLEANUP

"Be Part of the Solution Not the Pollution"

The following free appreciation cookouts will be held immediately after the cleanup:
East side – Lake Hernando Beach Park, sponsored by Apopka Marine
West side – American Pro Diving Center, sponsored by American Pro Diving Center.

Free.

Call County Aquatic Services at 527-7620 for information.



9/18/2010
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Crystal River Preserve State Park Redfish Revue
CRYSTAL RIVER PRESERVE STATE PARK REDFISH REVUE

15th Annual Save Our Waters Week
“Be Part of the Solution Not the Pollution”

Visitor’s Center, N. Sailboat Ave., Crystal River (off W. State Park St.)
Film: Living Planets-The margins of the Land and the Sweet Fresh Water. (352) 563-0450

Free

Call 563-0450 for information.



9/19/2010
Crystal River Preserve State Park Eagle Nest Boat Tour
CRYSTAL RIVER PRESERVE STATE PARK –EAGLE NEST BOAT TOURS

15th Annual Save Our Waters Week



Sunday Sept 19 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm.

Starting point is the Preserve, 3226 N Sailboat Ave., Crystal River.

$5 per person. Capacity 24 persons.

Call 563-0450.



9/20/2010
Kayaking with Aardvark's Florida Kayak Co.
KAYAKING WITH MATT CLEMONS OF AARDVARK’S FLORIDA KAYAK COMPANY

15th Annual Save Our Waters Week
Monday Sept 20

Cost $10.00 per person

County boat ramp at Pirates Cove, Ozello. The trip will include a litter pickup.

Visit floridakayakcompany.com/soww.html for times and registration or call 795-5650.




9/21/2010
Homosassa River Springs Tour
HOMOSASSA RIVER SPRINGS TOUR

15th Annual Save Our Waters Week

Starting point: River Safaris, 10823 W Yulee Dr., Homosassa Springs

Free (30 person capacity)

Call 628-5222 for reservations.



9/22/2010
8:00 AM -
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge Tours
TOUR THREE SISTER’S SPRINGS WITH A CRYSTAL RIVER KAYAK COMPANY, INC.
15th Annual Save Our Waters Week
8:00 am and 9:30 am
Start Point: 1502 SE Kings Bay Drive (next to the Port Hotel) at the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge headquarters.
Call (352) 563-2088 x 213 to preregister. Capacity 30 persons per trip.





9/23/2010
8:00 AM -
Crystal River Springs Tour
CRYSTAL RIVER SPRINGS TOUR

15th Annual Save Our Waters Week

Starting point: Fort Island Trail Park

Free (36 person capacity per tour)

Call 795-4393 for reservations



9/24/2010
8:30 AM -
Crystal River Eco Water Taxi Tour
CRYSTAL RIVER ECO WATER TAXI TOUR
15th Annual Save Our Waters Week

Starting point: 3rd St. Pier (267 NW 3rd St., Crystal River).
Free (40 person capacity per tour.)
Call 564-9197 for reservations.




9/24/2010
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Moon Over The Mounds
Moon Over the Mounds
Archaeologists and Park Staff present a moon-lit tour and interpretation of the famous Crystal River Archaeological Site

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Friends of Crystal River State Parks is hosting Moon Over the Mounds. This event is scheduled for Friday:

2010
Friday Sept 24th
Friday Oct 22nd
Friday Nov 19th
Friday Dec 17th

2011
Friday Jan 14th
Friday Feb 18th
Friday Mar 18th

8 to 10 pm at the Crystal River Archaeological State Park in Citrus County. (Crystal River Archaeological Site is a world-famous pre-Columbian mound complex extending along the north shore of the Crystal River. The site is one of the most imposing prehistoric ceremonial centers on Florida’s west coast.

The Moon Over the Mounds tour this season will begin at the Park Museum at 8:00 PM. Interpretive guides tell the story of the famous Crystal River Site by torchlight as guests tour though the moon-lit mound complex. Travel back with us to AD 600 when the Crystal River site was the most important ceremonial site in the region!

The park is located at 3400 North Museum Point, Crystal River just north of the Crystal River Mall. Drive North on U.S. 19 and turn left onto State Park Street(approximately ¼ mile past the Crystal River Mall – just past Denny’s / Days Inn). Continue on State Park Street approximately one mile, make a left on North Museum Point and take it all the way to the end.

Moonlight Guided Tours
Of the Crystal River Archaeological State Park mound complex
Paved trails – Refreshments – Experienced Guides

Admission Donations accepted by the Friends of Crystal River State Parks Inc.
Friday tours cancelled by weather will be held on the following Saturday, same time.

For more information about Florida State Parks, call 352-795-3817 or
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9/25/2010
7:00 PM -
Flags & Freedom Tour
Ryan Weaver

Rock Crusher Canyon Pavilion
275 S. Rock Crusher Rd.
Crystal River, FL 34429

Tickets @ www.wavercountry.com




9/25/2010
West Coast Pro Redfish Series Fishing Tournament
This tournament series is a non-profit organization promoting fun, competitive redfish tournaments. It is a true 100% Cash Payback series. Our tournaments are run by volunteers and tournament anglers.

Anyone is welcome to join this tournament trail... Good luck to all the teams in 2010!

Launch and weigh-in at MacRae's of Homosassa on September 25, 2010. Optional Captain's Meeting on Sept 24 at MacRae's Tiki Bar 6 - 8pm.

Round 1, February 13
Englewood, FL, Indian Mounds Boat Ramp
Launch Indian Mounds Boat Ramp
Weigh-In at Buchan's Landings Resort (located 1/4 mile north of boat ramp via boat)

Round 2, March 27
Sarasota, FL, 10th Street Boat Ramp

Round 3, May 1
Clearwater, FL, Seminole Boat Ramp

Round 4, September 25
Homosassa, FL

Round 5, October 16
Ruskin, FL, Simmons Park

Championship
November 20 & 21, Location TBA

Dates and locations are subject to change.. visit www.westcoastpro.org for the latest info.


9/25/2010
8:00 AM -
First Light Delight Cruise & Tour
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the "Real Florida" on an early morning cruise on peaceful Pepper Creek. Then savor a delicious continental breakfast prepared by the Wildside Cafe. This will be followed by a private, guided tour of the Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, including behind-the-scenes view featuring some of our newest exhibitions and animal residents.

Boats leave at 8:00 A.M.
Tickets must be purchased in advance in the Wildlife Park's Administrative Office (located at the rear of the HWY 19 visitors center).

Adults: $15.00
Children 6-12: $8.00
Children 5 & under: FREE

For more information, call 352-628-5343.

Proceeds will benefit the Friends of Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park


9/25/2010
1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
SunSet Festival
SUNSET FESTIVAL

15th Annual Save Our Waters Week

Port Hotel and Marina-Crystal River Ale House, 1610 SE Paradise Circle. Promoted by Life Pirates, LLC. Food and drink specials, along with music.
Admission: FREE

For more information call:
Jimmy Brown 352-422-7910

email:keylime@tampabay.rr.com


9/25/2010
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Oktoberfest!
German American Social Club invites you to celebrate Oktoberfest! Live music and dancing!

Beverly Hills Recreation Association Clubhouse
77 Civic Circle
Beverly Hills, FL

Admission $10.00

Bratwurst, potato salad, sauerkraut, imported and domestic beer, wine and soda

For more information or tickets call 352-237-7016, or email irmhorst@aol.com or call
352-489-1653.



9/25/2010
7:45 AM - 10:45 AM
13th Annual Beat the Sheriff 5K Race
Begins at Courthouse Square
This runs through the streets of Inverness, ending at the Historic
Courthouse. Online registration at active.com or visit the club’s
website at

Click Here