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Canoe and Kayak At County Parks

Canoe and Kayak At County Parks

Hillsborough Co., FL-- It's time to get outside and get paddling, whether you're an adventure-seeker or a low-key nature-lover looking for a peaceful float through Hillsborough County’s waterways. Four-hour canoe/kayak rentals are offered at $25 at several Hillsborough County Regional Parks. A park entry fee will also apply at $2 per vehicle carrying up to eight people, and $1 each additional person. Only cash, check and traveler’s check payments are accepted at this time.

The following Hillsborough County parks offer canoe and kayak rentals:

Fit2Run to host Tampa Glow Run & Party Wednesday

Fit2Run to host Tampa Glow Run & Party Wednesday

Tampa, FL-- This coming Wednesday, Fit2Run out of International Plaza will host a Glow Run and after party in honor of  National Running Safety Month. 

If you're interested in participating, be sure to wear your brightest glowing gear! You could win a $50 Fit2Run gift card for having the "Best Glowing Costume"- and the fun doesn't stop there. Organizers will provide free beer and food, plus 15% off any night-time running item- all to be enjoyed during the social gathering set to take place after the run. 

Bike Bash coming to Downtown this weekend

Bike Bash coming to Downtown this weekend

Tampa, Florida -- There is perfect opportunity to get some exercise, be outdoors and meet Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn tomorrow in Downtown Tampa.

The Annual Bicycle Bash will take place from from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, November 4 at Contanchobee Ft. Brooke Park in Downtown Tampa.

After a group stretch starting at 10:30, the Mayor's bicycle ride will begin.  Then, at noon, there will be awards, followed by a kids bike ride along the Riverwalk at 2 p.m. 

Tai Chi with Bonnie Birdsall

Tai Chi with Bonnie Birdsall

Tampa, FL-- interested in doing Tai Chi....for FREE?!

Bonnie Birdsall will be conducting classes at the following libraries on various days throughout October. Her schedule is as follows:

The Melting Pot Golf Classic to benefit St. Jude

The Melting Pot Golf Classic to benefit St. Jude

Tampa, FL-- Attention golfers! Time to grab the clubs for a cause! The Melting Pot's Golf Classic has a goal of donating $100,000 to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and they need your help!

The 27-hole tournament is set to take place on Monday, November 5 at the Emerald Greens Golf Resort & Country Club

Tampa City Men's and Ladies' Amateur Championships

Tampa City Men's and Ladies' Amateur Championships

Tampa, FL-- Attention golfers! The Tampa City Men's and Ladies' Amateur Championships are just around the corner.

The two-day, 36-hole Stroke Play tournament is scheduled to take place on October 27 and 28 at Babe Zaharias Golf Course.

The Tampa Sports Authority states the eligibility requirements are as follows:

Animal services recruiting pet-friendly shelter volunteers

Animal services recruiting pet-friendly shelter volunteers

Hillsborough County, Florida -- Due to overwhelming response, Hillsborough County Animal Services (HCAS) is offering a second Pet-Friendly Shelter Training & Volunteer Recruitment opportunity at the county shelter on Saturday, Sept. 29 from 9 - 11 a.m.