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JANUARY 2011 / FEBRUARY 2011 / MARCH 2011 / APRIL 2011 / MAY 2011 JUNE 2011 / JULY 2011 / AUGUST 2011 / SEPTEMBER 2010 / OCTOBER 2010 NOVEMBER 2010 / DECEMBER 2010 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 Click Here 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 Click Here 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 Click Here Click Here 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 |