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POLK SENIOR GAMES REGISTRATION DEADLINE

POLK SENIOR GAMES REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Don’t delay. The deadline to register for the 20th Annual Polk Senior Games, scheduled for February 25 to March 11, is fast approaching. Entries must be postmarked by Wednesday, February 8 or hand-delivered to the Polk Senior Games office at 515 East Boulevard St. in Bartow by 5 PM on Friday, February 10. Thirty-seven sports and games are offered for men and women who are 50 and...

“Step Up to Health” Fitness ...

“Step Up to Health” Fitness & Recreation Open House
The City of Winter Haven is pleased to invite the public to attend the “Step Up to Health” Fitness and Recreation Open House on January 7, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Open House will be at the Chain O’ Lakes Complex, 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd. The Open House is an opportunity for the public to learn about the many fitness and recreation opportunities available through the...

Events December 1-5; Plus a Few Extras

Events December 1-5; Plus a Few Extras Events December 1-5; Plus a Few Extras Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.com

Don’t Miss the Polk Senior Games

Don’t Miss the Polk Senior Games
Call or email NOW to get on the mailing list to receive an entry booklet during the first week of January. The Games start February 25th. 863-533-0055 ...

City of Lakeland to Host Indoor Triathlo...

Make the City of Lakeland Parks & Recreation Indoor Triathlon your first indoor triathlon. This fun challenge is perfect for everyone – from seasoned triathletes to first-timers. Race a 20-minute swim, 20-minute bike and a 20-minute run in the controlled environment of the Kelly Recreation and Gandy Pool Complexes.  The Indoor Triathlon will be held on Saturday, March 12th, with...

Hiking Through Time at Lake Marion Creek...

Three of my trekking buddies. By EcoBoy On Saturday, Feb. 12, we visited Lake Marion Creek/Stokes Preserve at a chilly 9 a.m. for a Trek Ten Trails Hike. Everyone was bundled up but ready to go. We hiked through the forest, marshes, scrub and hammocks where Native Americans lived for thousands of years. Yep, that’s thousands. The Seminole Nation lived there, too. Chief...

K of C Council 7091 Sponsors Youth Free ...

Who are the most proficient young basketball free throw shooters in the greater Winter Haven area?  This question will be answered on Sunday, January 30 when Knights of Columbus Council 7091 of Cypress Gardens stages its annual K of C Youth Free Throw Championship in Gold’s Gym at 5636 Cypress Gardens Boulevard in Winter Haven . The event, which is free of charge to boys and girls...

Bartow Co-ed Volleyball League Sign-Up

Sign Up for Bartow Parks & Recreation’s Co-ed Volleyball League will close January 12th Start the New Year off right with a variety of fitness programs and events from Bartow Parks & Recreation including Zumba, the Polk Street Weight Room, Co-ed Volleyball League and the Bartow Blarney Triathlon.  Also, look for new adult fitness programs like Yoga at the end of the...

Registration for 2011 Polk Senior Games ...

Registration for the 19th Annual Polk Senior Games begins January 3. The Games, scheduled for February 26 – March 13, 2011, offer a two-week series of 92 Olympic-style events in 34 athletic and recreational sports. They attract over 2,600 men and women, 50 and over, with a variety of skills – the serious competitor, the fun at heart, the seasoned athlete, the late bloomer, and...

O Come All Ye PLAYFUL

It’s time to request an entry book to enter the 19th Annual Polk Senior Games scheduled for February 26 – March 13, 2011. The Games offer a two-week series of 86 athletic and recreational Olympic-style events. They attract over 2,600 men and women, 50 years and over, with a variety of skills – the serious competitor, the fun at heart, the seasoned athlete, the late bloomer,...

Lake Deer Boat Ramp Re-Opens Today

Polk County’s Lake Deer Boat Ramp located on 33rd Street NW in Winter Haven re-opens to the public today, less than two weeks after being closed August 2 for repairs.  The ramp on 33rd Street (Lat/Lon Coordinates: 280130/814549) is one of two ramps on the 123-acre Lake Deer. Bracelet linkage in the old style ramp was worn beyond repair and replaced with a new pre-stress slab ramp,...

Lake Deer Boat Ramp Closes August 2 for ...

The Lake Deer boat ramp will be closed for repairs beginning Monday, August 2, 2010. Weather conditions may impact the completion date.  Re-opening of the ramp for public use will be posted on Central Florida Online.  The Lake Deer boat ramp is located on 33rd Street N.W. in Winter Haven.  For more information, contact James Kummer at (863) 499-2613 or...

Calling All Friends for Public Lakes Acc...

Marian Ryan, president of the Friends of the Parks Foundation, announced formation of the Foundation’s most recent sub-committee at the Board of County Commissioners meeting on Wednesday.  In attendance to accept a Proclamation recognizing July as National Parks and Recreation Month, Ryan openly invited citizens to join the newly envisioned Friends for Public Lakes Access...

City of Bartow Co-Ed Adult Innertube Bas...

Basketball League for adults. Registration is limited to the first 28 to register. Sign up as a team of seven players or individually. Games will be 5 on 5 for 30 minutes on Monday nights from 6 to 6:30 p.m., July 5-Aug. 9. $15 per person resident, $25 per person non-resident. http://www.bartowchamber.com

Banana Lake Boat Ramp Closed for Repairs

Due to recent erosion underneath the boat ramp approach, Polk County’s Parks and Natural Resources Division will temporarily close the popular Banana Lake Boat Ramp for repairs beginning Friday, June 18.  The Banana Lake Boat Ramp, located at the end of Tillery Road off Clubhouse / CR 540, will remain closed until further notice.   However, the remainder of Banana Lake...

Upscale Lakeland Estate and Hunting Trac...

Who knew that Lakeland had such a grand estate and hunting ranch oasis right in its own backyard?A gorgeous 7,560 SF under roof (6,232 SF living area) grand estate home sits on 120 +/- acres of Florida's best scenery. This is a beautiful home with everything you want...including the furniture!For the hunter, there are plenty of deer and turkey on the property. The owner is a builder and...

Results of Registered Trap Shoot March 1...

                                                                                                    TRAPSHOOT MARCH 14, 2010 RESULTS       Wow!!!!!   What a windy day. Scores reflect this treacherous wind we shot in today. Beautiful day otherwise and everyone had a...