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Attend Outdoor Education Programs & Events

Check out the great events, classes and tours happening in YOUR preserves.
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Become A Recreation Member at G.T. Bray and John Marble Recreation Centers

All of our memberships offer a tremendous opportunity to take advantage of the County’s finest facilities at great savings.
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Book a Preserve Field Trip or Tour

Book a field trip or private tour for your group.
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Explore the Historic Reasoner Tract

The Reasoner Tract, part of Robinson Preserve in Manatee County, features some of the historic plants introduced to the region by the Reasoner family.
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Find Alternative Path to Success

Program provides quality educational programming for struggling and at-risk students who have been unsuccessful in traditional schools.
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Find Library Events and Classes

Manatee Library offers many programs for all ages, special events, storytimes, and classes!
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Join a Youth Little League

Join a baseball or softball Little League
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Join a Youth Soccer League

Join a youth soccer league.
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Join an Adult Basketball League

Join the Adult Basketball League for competitive games on premium wood courts with certified officiating. Connect, compete, and showcase your skills while staying active and having fun!

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Join an Adult Coed Kickball League

Get ready for the hottest sport in Manatee County. The adult co-ed kickball league will take you back in time to the days when you were a child playing kickball on the playground!

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Join an Adult Soccer League

Join an adult soccer league.
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Join an Adult Softball League

Join our year-round softball leagues, featuring team and individual play for all skill levels. Enjoy competitive games, playoffs, and resources like schedules and rules on the Team Side Line website.
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Join an Affiliated Adult Softball League

Join an adult softball league
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Join an Affiliated Youth Football League

Join on of our affiliated youth football teams.
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Kayak Tour: Paddle Manatee

The blueways of Manatee County comprise 75 miles of paddling trails in marine and fresh waters. 
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Register for Youth Basketball League

Join Manatee County’s youth basketball program for ages 3-17, focusing on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a fun, supportive environment.

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Rent a Room at G.T. Bray or John Marble Recreation Centers

The G.T. Bray Recreation Center provides the perfect atmosphere for birthday parties, reunions, corporate gatherings or special family events. 
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Reserve a One-to-One Tech Help Appointment

Most Manatee Library locations offer basic one-on-one technology help with a library staff member. These 30-minute sessions assist patrons with Androids, iPhones, tablets, laptops, and library eBook and eAudiobook resources.
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Reserve an Athletic Field

To reserve an athletic field for a birthday party, group event, or travel ball team, email alexis.barr@mymanatee.org with your requested dates, times, and preferred location. Be sure to review all fees and provide detailed information. Note that staffing, building access, parking, and field markings are not included in the rental.

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Sign up for the Pickleball Newsletter

Keep up-to-date on clinics, drills, tournaments, new programming and everything pickleball!
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Tee Off In Paradise at a Manatee County Golf Course

Manatee county owns two public 18 hole Golf Courses, located in Bradenton and Palmetto, Florida. Each course offers a challenging layout and nice greens. Public Tee Times and Season Passes available.
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Volunteer at Manatee County

 Welcome to our Manatee County Volunteers in Action community!