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Polk County Visitor Center Hosts Spring Training Day

Posted on January 30th, 2012 by Jessica

Categories: Sports, Upcoming, event

On Saturday, February 18, Polk County’s official visitor information center, Polk Outpost 27, will celebrate the game of baseball with Spring Training Day. The Detroit Tigers, who are celebrating their 76th Spring Training season in Polk County, will join the Spring Training celebration with a display at Polk Outpost 27 from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 [...]

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Detroit Tigers Spring Training Getaway Sweepstakes

Posted on January 24th, 2012 by Emily L

Categories: Attractions, General, Sports, event

Are the dreary winter days getting you down? Would you like to be part of the 2012 baseball spring training in sunny Central Florida? Well here is your ticket! The Detroit Tigers baseball team is offering the chance to win a spectacular Spring Training Getaway to Sunny Central Florida.
Enter the Spring Training Getaway to Sunny [...]

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November/December Fishing Forecast

Posted on November 17th, 2011 by Rebecca

Categories: General, Nature, Sports

Winter Haven
The weather may be cooling off but the bite is red hot. The water level is still a little low but better than its been in a long time. On full day shiner trips we have averaged 30-40 fish with most being around 2-3 lbs. Bigger fish up to 9 lbs are starting to [...]

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October Fishing Forecast

Posted on September 20th, 2011 by Rebecca

Categories: General, Nature, Sports

Winter Haven
 Recent rains have the water level a little closer to where it needs to be on both the North and South Chains. Still down about two feet though. Most canals can be safely navigated. Only a few remain impassible Also, due to the rain and slightly cooler nights, the water temperature has fallen a [...]

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Fishing in Sunny Central Florida – August/September

Posted on August 19th, 2011 by kris

Categories: General, Nature, Sports

Winter Haven
The dog days of summer are in full swing. Tough fishing is an understatement for trying to describe the South Winter Haven chain. As a matter of fact it’s tougher than I have ever seen it before. It’s hard enough just trying to get around, much less catch a fish. Most canals can barely [...]

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July/August Fishing Forecast

Posted on July 25th, 2011 by Rebecca

Categories: General, Nature, Sports

Kissimmee Chain
Despite the relentless, stifling heat, big bass are showing up with regularity at tournament weigh-ins. Multiple five fish, 25 lb plus stringers are coming in every weekend. Exceptional results for fishing in 85 – 90 degree water. Outside grasslines continue to hold good numbers of big bass. Flip 1/2 – 3/4 oz weighted craws [...]

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Flying Tigers Feature Giveaways and A Sunset Celebration This Weekend

Posted on June 10th, 2011 by kris

Categories: Dining, General, Sports

The Lakeland Tigers will provide an entertaining weekend filled with giveaways, contests and festivities, including a giveaway just for kids on Friday and a Key West themed “Sunset Celebration” on Saturday.
Friday, June 10 vs. Daytona Cubs @ 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00 p.m.):
Victor Martinez Kids Backpack Giveaway
The Flying Tigers will be giving away Victor Martinez [...]

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Flying Tigers Serve Up All You Can Eat Wednesday

Posted on May 17th, 2011 by kris

Categories: General, Sports

The Lakeland Flying Tigers return home for an eight-game homestand beginning Wednesday, May 18 at Joker Marchant Stadium.  Lakeland will host the Jupiter Hammersheads (Marlins) from May 18-21 and the Bradenton Marauders from May 22-25. 
Tickets for all home games are available by calling the Flying Tigers at (863) 686-8075.  Box seats are $6 and reserved [...]

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May Fishing Forecast

Posted on April 25th, 2011 by kris

Categories: General, Nature, Sports

Winter Haven
The water level is higher than it’s been in a while, but still down about 2 feet. All canals except to lake Mirror are accessible. Water temperature is on the rise and Bass have finished spawning and have started to make way towards deeper water. In clear water lakes, outside edges of submerged grassbeds, [...]

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I Ran from L.A. to Auburndale and Back…

Posted on April 15th, 2011 by admin

Categories: Sports, Upcoming

Three lakes, two cities, one 5K. The City to City 5K will be taking place Saturday, April 30, 2011 at 8:00 a.m. at the Water Ridge subdivision on Adams Barn Road. Runners that register by April 20, 2011 will receive an event t-shirt as well as a discounted registration fee of $20. Prizes will go [...]

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