Tag: Parks and Rec
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Oldsmar designated a 2017 Playful City USA
It’s no secret that Oldsmar is committed to parks and recreation, evidenced by its 10 parks and more than 10 miles of trails and the numerous sports and activities available to children of all ages. Recently, national nonprofit KaBOOM! honored Oldsmar with a 2017 Playful City USA designation, the eighth time the city has received…
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“Underutilized” Sheffield Park set to shine
The City of Oldsmar is home to 10 parks and preserves, so it’s only natural that some get more attention from residents and visitors—and city officials—than others. Canal Park, with its world class BMX track and plan to turn it into a multi-purpose sports complex, Mobbly Bayou Preserve and its zipline adventure park, plus R.E.…
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March 2016 designated Florida Bicycle Month in Oldsmar
Officials issued a proclamation earlier this week declaring March 2016 as Florida Bicycle Month in the City of Oldsmar. While Oldsmar may be best known for its commercial and manufacturing sectors, many officials and residents are quick to point out the vast array of parkland and trails the city has to offer. In fact, with…
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Zipline adventure park coming to Oldsmar this spring
The Oldsmar City Council unanimously approved an agreement with Empower Adventures of Tampa Bay to build a zipline aerial adventure park at Mobbly Bayou Preserve on Tuesday night. The deal paves the way for the Clearwater based company to construct a 20-acre facility that will feature five ziplines and towers, elevated platforms, a 100-foot suspension…