Monday, December 28, 2009

Outback Bowl Beach Day on Clearwater Beach

Wed 12/30/09
11am - 4pm
at The Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort on 400 Mandalay Ave
Enjoy the beach, seeing marching bands, skydivers and more!

Friday, December 18, 2009

Cougars Raising Funds on Clearwater Beach

Raising funds for Clearwater Marine Aquarium through sale of their 2010 Calendar
Sun 12/20 at 400pm at Palm Pavilion and
Tues 12/22 at 630pm at Frenchy's Rockaway
Calendar available at: www.cougarsofflorida.com

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Christmas Caroling on Clearwater Beach

Date: Tues 12/22 at 7pm
Location: Mandalay Park next to the Fire Station on Mandalay Ave
No charge.

Watercolor Class at the Sand Key Community Sailing Center

Watercolor Class:
On Tuesdays at the Sand Key Community Sailing Center
Instructor: Margareta Jacobs, local artist
Cost: $13 per class
Contact: Margareta Jacobs at 727-517-7776
Great class, knowledgeable instructor!

Monday, December 14, 2009

Parking on Clearwater Beach

Parking:

http://www.clearwater-fl.com/gov/depts/pwa/engin/ParkingSystem/parking_clwrbeach_all.asp

The City of Clearwater Earns Statewide Certification for Being a Green City

The City of Clearwater earns statewide certification for being a Green City -- a certification administered through The Florida Green Building Coalition. The award will be presented to City staff at the City Council meeting Thurs 12/17 at 6pm at City Hall Chambers, 112 S. Osceola Ave.

Clearwater Beach Pic

Sunday, December 13, 2009

The Clearwater Audubon Society's Annual Christmas Bird Count

Sunday 12/27 at 8am
For info on how to participate on the Clearwater team:
Email Lynn Sumerson:
lrsumer@tampabay.rr.com
Volunteers needed and no experience necessary.
Happy Birding!

Monday, December 7, 2009

City of Clearwater Live Cams on Clearwater Beach

Great views looking:
  • North on Gulfview Blvd
  • South at Clearwater Beach from Pier 60
  • West at Clearwater Beach Marina
http://www.myclearwater.com/gov/depts/pwa/engin/projects/beachwalk/beachwalkcam/index.asp

Clearwater Water Marine Aquarium's New Program

New program at The Clearwater Marine Aquarium called Wade With Winter -- dolphin encounter with Winter -- a rescued dolphin with a prosthetic tail.

For more info, check their website at:
http://www.seewinter.com/explore-cma/plan-a-visit/things-to-do/animal-interactions/cma-wade-programs or call 727-441-1790 extension 222.

Saturday, December 5, 2009

Downtown Clearwater Holiday Event 2009

The Miracle on Cleveland Street:

Friday 12/11 from 5 to 10pm

Snow in Downtown Clearwater -- forty tons will be trucked onto 500 - 600 Cleveland Street. There will be two snow slides for the children, train rides and Santa Claus. Don't miss the Live Entertainment and Holiday Christmas Bazaar as well.

The City of Clearwater's Annual Holiday Light Up:

Friday 12/11 at 730pm in Station Square Park

For more info:

http://www.clwdp.org/miracle/index.html

Island Estates Holiday Boat Parade 2009

The 35th Annual Memorial Island Estates Holiday Boat Parade sponsored by the Island Estates Yacht Club is scheduled for Saturday 12/12/09.

6pm:
Boats meet in Mandalay Channel
630pm: Boats sail through Island Estates' canals.
8pm: Boats arrive at Coachman Park then go under the Memorial Causeway Bridge turn into the Clearwater Marina Channel and end their trip at the Clearwater Yacht Club judging stand.

Thursday, December 3, 2009

Sea Shells That Can Be Found on Clearwater Beach

  • Calico Scallop
  • Chestnut Turban
  • Florida Fighting Conch
  • Keyhole Limpet
  • King's Crown
  • Kitten's Paw
  • Lettered Olive
  • Lightning Whelk
  • Pear Whelk
  • Shark Eye
  • Sunray Venus
  • Turkey Wing

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Full Moon and Pier 60

Fish Caught in the Gulf at Pier 60

  • Amberjack
  • Flounder
  • Red Snapper
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Spotted and Silver Trout
  • Tarpon
http://pier60fishing.com/

Depends on the season.

South on Clearwater Beach


Busy Day on South Beach.

Birds Spotted on Clearwater Beach and Nearby Area


  • Double-Crested Cormorant
  • Great Blue Heron
  • Great White Egret
  • Loggerhead Shrike
  • Mockingbird
  • Palm Warbler
  • Brown and White Pelican
  • Royal Tern
  • Roseate Spoonbill
  • Herring Gull
  • Osprey
  • Snowy Egret
  • Tricolored Heron
  • Woodpecker
  • Wood Stork

Clearwater Beach Sunset

Spectacular Sunset.

Pier 60 and Big Clouds


Clearwater Beach Sand


Wide Beach With Sugary Fine Sand.

Clearwater Beach Bird Pics

Snowy Egret


White Ibis


Great White Egret



Pelicans

Running Through the Birds on Beach Video


Clearwater Beach Marina



Fishing Trips, Boat Rentals, Sunset Cruises, Water Sport Rentals at the Marina.


Bait House.

Clearwater Beach Weather

Weather, Marine Forecast, Surf Forecast and more here:

http://www.wunderground.com/US/FL/Clearwater_Beach.html

Things to Do on Clearwater Beach


  • Enjoy sunsets, see street performers, crafters, vendors, fish off Pier 60. More on their website at http://www.sunsetsatpier60.com/index.html
  • Fishing trips, boat excursions to see sunsets, local wildlife, and more at the Clearwater Beach Marina. For info check http://www.floridasbeach.com/listings.php?type=all_attr&location=6250
  • See Caladesi Island State Park at the most northern part of Clearwater Beach. Accessible by ferry, private boat, or by foot at low tide. Don't forget to pack lunch. Great shelling there. More at http://www.floridastateparks.org/CaladesiIsland
  • Eat out at the many restaurants -- some provide live music.
  • Pamper yourself at Sandpearl Resort's Spa on North Clearwater Beach. Check their website at www.sandpearl.com
  • Shop for gifts, swim wear, beach gear, souvenirs. Lots of beautiful things in Collections at Sandpearl on 476 Mandalay Avenue.
  • Play volleyball, walk, run, swim, collect sea shells, read, sun, relax on the Beach. Be sure to have sunscreen handy and take note of the lifeguard flags on the Beach. Sometimes you can see dolphins in the Gulf past the swim poles and every now and then manatees.
  • Take the children to the playground which is covered for shade and on top of sand.
  • See rescued sea life at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. More at their website at http://www.seewinter.com/
  • Participate in water sports at various locations on the Beach and at the Clearwater Beach Marina.
  • Take classes, play tennis, and other activities at the Clearwater Beach Recreation Center.
  • Ride The Jolley Trolley. More at their website at www.clearwaterjolleytrolley.com
  • Rent Bikes, Scooters, Segways and more at the Hilton. See their website at http://www.clearwaterbeachresort.com/resort_activities/bike_rentals.cfm
  • Learn to sail at The Clearwater Sailing Center on Sand Key. Check their website at http://www.clearwatercommunitysailing.org/Rentals.shtml

North Clearwater Beach Video



Beautiful calm morning on North Clearwater Beach.