���������������������������������������������������������� Parks, Preserves & Boat Ramps ���������� Manatee County provides some of the best recreational activities and facilities in the state. With 43 parks, two golf courses, and miles of beaches to choose from, we have something to offer everyone. The Parks and Natural Resources Department’s recreation programs provide opportunities for residents and visitors to improve their lives in quality, safe and beautiful parks. For more information about Manatee County parks, go to www.mymanatee.org/parks. �������������������������������������������� The Parks and Natural Resources Department manages over 30,000 acres of county conservation preserve lands and coastal resources and is responsible for environmental land acquisitions and land restoration, including passive ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� abandoned vessel removal. Manatee County has eight public boat ramps. Facilities are open 24/7. For complete information on all Manatee County preserves, go to www.mymanatee.org/naturalresources. �������������������������������� Parks and Natural Resources have pavilions located at various parks, preserves, and beaches throughout the county. Schedule your pavilion for family gatherings, birthday parties, picnics and barbecues. You can reserve a pavilion online at www.mymanatee.org/parks or call us at (941) 742- 5923. ������������������������������������������������ Special Events require a special permit. We ask that you plan ahead and apply for a permit at least 60 days in advance of your planned function. Beach events may require permits from the local municipality. A ���������������� ������������ ������ �������������� ������ ���� ���������������� �������� ���������������� ������ �������������������� ���������� ������ �������� ���������������� ������������������������ ������ ���� ���������������� association, or organization, other than Manatee County, and involving people gathered for a designated activity other than normal park/preserve/beach activities which include swimming, picnicking, and/or sports activities. Examples of special events include, but are not limited to: weddings, organized sports tournaments, educational seminars, concerts, and any activity where admission is charged to the general public. Please visit our website at www.mymanatee.org/parks to download a Special Event Permit Application. ������������������ Each of our dog parks is a fenced-in, off-leash park for our canine friends and their caregivers. There are two fenced-in areas: one is for larger or very active dogs – and the other area is for smaller dogs and those that are fragile or elderly. Amenities include benches, shade, doggie drinking fountain, and waste bags. For more information and dog park rules, visit our website at www.mymanatee.org/parks. ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� G.T. Bray Park Creekwood Park Buffalo Creek Park 51st Street West 7025 44th Avenue East 7550 69th Street East Bradenton, FL 34209 Bradenton, FL 34205 Palmetto, FL 34219 ������������������������������������������������������ The dog parks are open seven days a week from sunrise to sunset, with the exception of being closed for routine maintenance on Thursdays from 7:00 am to 10:00 am, and the last Friday of each month beginning at 2:00 pm to close. ���������������������������������� Every day innocent pets are left abandoned. If you are looking for a family pet, consider adopting a wonderful pet from Manatee County’s Pet Adoption Central. You can visit their website at www.mymanatee.org/pets or call their Adoption Support Team at 941-742-5933. ���������������������������������������� 14 Visit our website for Hours of Operation and Skate Park Rules. www.mymanatee.org/parks
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