Outdoors enthusiasts can ‘Walk in the Footsteps of Florida’s Pioneers’
Park rangers invite residents and visitors to learn about Lake County’s cultural heritage, and explore sites that once were home to pioneers of Florida’s frontier and agricultural history.
February 22, 2013

Lake County to accept applications until March 18 for Tourism Capital Projects Funding
The Lake County Economic Development & Tourism Department has set application deadlines, preliminary hearing dates for applications, and a learning session for the Capital Projects Funding Program.
February 22, 2013

Lake County to host two learning sessions on Tourism Capital Projects Funding
The Lake County Economic Development & Tourism Department will be hosting two application learning sessions for the Capital Projects Funding Program, a program that disseminates funding for capital projects related to tourism and funded through the Lake County Tourism Tax.
February 12, 2013

Vibrant outdoor locale offers exciting exploration opportunities
The Lake County Parks & Trails Division invites nature enthusiasts and visitors to explore Lake County’s lush and bio-diverse parks and reserves.
February 11, 2013

SBDC once again offering ‘Start-Up Basics’ course by popular demand
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at UCF-Lake County, funded by Lake County and residing in Lake County’s Business Opportunity Centers, once again will offer an opportunity for entrepreneurs to learn how to start a business at a free seminar entitled, “Start-Up Basics.”
February 8, 2013

Lake County Extension to have ‘Cooking with Winter Herbs’ classes
The “Cooking with Winter Herbs” program from UF/IFAS Lake County Extension includes hands-on food preparation using cool season herbs in a variety of healthy dishes.
February 8, 2013

John Mica, Daniel Webster, others to present at Regional Summit for eco-tourism initiatives
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners will host a Regional Summit on Land Issues Impacting the North Shore of Lake Apopka from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8, at the Mount Dora Community Building, 520 E. Baker St., downtown Mount Dora. U.S. Reps. John Mica [R-FL7], Daniel Webster [R-FL10], and state Sen. Alan Hays will speak at the event.
February 7, 2013

Cultural groups, artists invited to ‘TALK BACK’
This is an informal discussion with Flora Maria Garcia, president & CEO of the United Arts of Central Florida, concerning issues facing cultural groups and artists in Lake County. The event will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 11, at the Leesburg Center for the Arts, 429 W. Magnolia St., Leesburg.
February 6, 2013

Long & Scott Farms invites community to celebrate 50 years of farming
Long & Scott Farms is celebrating 50 years of farming this year, and wants to thank those who have supported the company through the years, as well as welcome new friends. The event will be Saturday, Feb. 16 at Long & Scott Farms, 26216 County Road 448A, Mount Dora.
February 6, 2013

Commissioners’ next budget workshop to focus on guidelines, county-maintained facilities
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners will have their next budget workshop at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, in the Board Chambers, on the second floor of the Lake County Administrative Building, 315 W. Main St., Tavares. Residents and business owners are welcome to attend the workshop as officials discuss budget guidelines and county-maintained facilities.
February 1, 2013

Cooler conditions should make for pleasant upcoming outdoors events
The Lake County Parks & Trails Division invites nature enthusiasts to explore Lake County’s outdoor amenities while the weather is cooler.
February 1, 2013

Government, associations: ‘Fans don’t let fans drive drunk’ on Super Bowl Sunday
The Super Bowl brings together families, friends and fans each year to enjoy the excitement of the big game. But while people gather to watch the game at sports bars, restaurants or home parties, officials are spreading an important safety message to the public about designating a sober driver on Super Bowl Sunday, with the slogan, “Fans don’t let fans drive drunk.”
January 31, 2013

9th Annual African-American Heritage Festival to ‘honor the past, celebrate the future’
Gospel choirs, arts and crafts, praise dancers, health screenings, and historical and cultural education are just a few of the highlights the 9th Annual African-American Heritage Festival will bring to Lake County. The theme of this year’s festival is “Honoring the past, celebrating the future.”
January 31, 2013

Free workshop to demonstrate proper fruit-pruning equipment, procedures
The Lake County Extension invites residents to attend a Fruit Pruning workshop to learn hands-on tips that will show proper pruning techniques and pruning equipment for grape vines and peach trees. The free educational program will take place from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 8 at the Lake County Extension, Agricultural Center at 1951 Woodlea Road, Tavares.
January 31, 2013

Montverde’s Mike Potempa named state high school soccer coach of the year
Mike Potempa, who has been Montverde Academy’s boys’ soccer coach and the school’s athletic director since 2010, has been honored as the state’s boys’ soccer coach of the year by the National Federation of High School Associations. Potempa has not lost since he became the head of the program.
January 23, 2013

Cooler weather offers opportunities to observe birds, various wildlife
The Lake County Parks & Trails Division invites nature enthusiasts to explore Lake County’s outdoor amenities at three upcoming events while the weather is milder.
January 18, 2013

2nd Annual WinterFair offers a celebration of the season for the whole family
The 2nd Annual WinterFair at the Florida Scrub-Jay Trail, 11490 Monte Vista Road in Clermont, is being held on Saturday, Dec. 15 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
December 10, 2012

Scott’s Maze Adventures celebrates 10 years of a-MAZE-ing fun
The fall season in Florida not only brings with it cooler temperatures, but also the return of one of Lake County’s most popular outdoor attractions – Scott’s Maze Adventures, owned and operated by Long & Scott Farms, located at 26216 County Road 448A, Mount Dora.
November 2, 2012

Famed musicians to hit the stage in Mount Dora on Oct. 6 to begin a 14-city tour
Lake County is set to host several acclaimed musicians and performers, as the 14-city tour for Big Band Memories Live - “Songs & Their Stories” gets underway Saturday, Oct. 6, at the Mount Dora Community Building, located at 520 N. Baker St. in Mount Dora. The show starts at 7 p.m.
October 1, 2012

The inaugural Wings and Wildflowers Festival is underway in Lake County
The wait is finally over for hordes of birding and wildflower enthusiasts, as the inaugural Wings and Wildflowers Festival is underway in Lake County. The festival is set for Sept. 28-30, with an array of events taking place at Hickory Point Recreational Park, located at 27341 State Road 19 in Tavares, and numerous field trips and activities also scheduled at key wildlife viewing areas throughout the County.
September 28, 2012

Native plants a focal point of the inaugural Wings and Wildflowers Festival
With the opening ceremony for the inaugural Wings and Wildflowers Festival just days away, vendors and experts are making final preparations to give festival-goers a “crash course” in all things related to native plants. The festival is set for Sept. 28-30, with many activities being held at Hickory Point Recreational Park, located at 27341 State Road 19 in Tavares, and numerous field trips and events also scheduled at key wildlife viewing areas throughout the County.
September 26, 2012

Renowned nature photographer John Moran to take center stage at the Lake County Agricultural Center
The Lake County Agricultural Center, located at 1951 Woodlea Road in Tavares, will play host to acclaimed nature journalist and photographer John Moran for an event entitled “Florida’s Springs” on Friday, Sept. 28, from 2 to 3 p.m. This event is one of many being held as part of the inaugural Wings and Wildflowers Festival, which is set for Sept. 28-30 with numerous activities taking place throughout the County.
September 24, 2012

Parks & Trails invites residents to attend events scheduled for the week of Sept. 23-29
The Lake County Parks & Trails Division is inviting residents to attend events for the week of Sept. 23-29. The week’s scheduled events are as follows:
September 21, 2012

Lakeside Inn to host revered authors, speakers and specialists at “Meet the Experts” event on Sept. 28
Birding and wildflower enthusiasts, here is your chance to rub elbows with esteemed plant connoisseurs and expert birders as the historic Lakeside Inn, located at 100 N. Alexander St. in Mount Dora, will host an event entitled “Meet the Experts” on Friday, Sept. 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. This event is one of many being held as part of the the inaugural Wings and Wildflowers Festival, which is set for Sept. 28-30 with numerous events taking place throughout the County.
September 18, 2012

Lake County to host the Florida Wildflower Symposium
As part of the inaugural Wings and Wildflowers Festival, Lake County will host the Florida Wildflower Foundation’s (FWF) Florida Wildflower Symposium. The festival will be held Sept. 28-30, with numerous Florida Wildflower Symposium events scheduled for Sept. 28-29 at various County sites.
August 30, 2012

Track and field athletes train in Lake County, shine at 2012 London Olympic Games
In May, Outside Magazine recognized Clermont as one of the top athletic training destinations in the country. If that distinction needed any validation, the 2012 London Olympic Games cemented the accolade as twelve track and field athletes who trained at the National Training Center (NTC), located at 1935 Don Wickham Drive in Clermont, competed in the Olympics, winning a total of eight medals.
August 17, 2012

Online event registration for the Wings and Wildflowers Festival now available
As the Wings and Wildflowers Festival rapidly approaches, those who wish to take part in the festivities can now register online to attend events. The festival will be held Sept. 28-30, with many of the workshops, presentations and demonstrations being held at Hickory Point Park, located at 27341 State Road 19 in Tavares, and several field-trips and events also scheduled at key wildlife viewing areas throughout the County.
August 15, 2012

Lake County Office of Economic Development & Tourism wins five Gold Medal SUNsational Awards
Lake County recently won big at the Florida Festivals and Events Association (FFEA) Convention & Trade Show, held in Delray Beach. Lake County brought home five Gold Medal SUNsational Awards for creative and collateral materials developed for the inaugural Wings and Wildflowers Festival, to be held Sept. 28-30 in Tavares.
August 10, 2012

Lake County seeks volunteers to lend a hand at the Wings and Wildflowers Festival Sept. 28-30
The Lake County Office of Economic Development & Tourism is inviting residents to volunteer at the Wings and Wildflowers Festival, to be held Sept. 28-30 at Hickory Point Park, located at 27341 State Road 19 in Tavares.
July 20, 2012

Sponsors invited to take part in the Wings and Wildflowers Festival Sept. 28-30
The Lake County Office of Economic Development & Tourism is seeking sponsors for the Wings and Wildflowers Festival, Lake County’s inaugural birding and wildflower celebration, which will be held Sept. 28-30 at Hickory Point Park, located at 27341 State Road 19 in Tavares.
July 17, 2012

Bay Street Players’ Young People’s Theatre receives grant from Disney
The Bay Street Players’ Young People’s Theatre recently received a $10,000 grant from Walt Disney World Resort as part of this year’s Disney Helping Kids Shine initiative.
June 13, 2012

Clermont recognized by Outside Magazine as a top training destination for triathletes
With its challenging, diverse terrain, South Lake County has long been touted as prime training grounds for fitness enthusiasts and athletes who compete in a broad range of sports. Those sentiments were echoed in a major way as Clermont was recently named one of the top training destinations for triathletes by Outside Magazine.
June 8, 2012

Lake County launches new and improved economic development website
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners recently launched a new and improved economic development website to help support the County’s economic development and business efforts.
June 4, 2012

“A Year in Review” to re-cap Lake County’s Economic Development efforts
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners will hold three upcoming events that will review the County’s economic development accomplishments over the past year, as well as highlight future initiatives that will be taking place.
May 31, 2012

Lake County Rowing Association set for its ‘Inaugural Row’ on April 15 in Minneola
The Lake County Rowing Association, recently launched by the Leadership Lake Class of 2011, is inviting residents to attend its “Inaugural Row” on Sunday, April 15 from 10 a.m. to noon at Lake Minneola.
April 13, 2012

Sponsors, vendors, exhibitors and volunteers invited to participate in Wings and Wildflowers Festival Sept. 28-30
The Lake County Office of Economic Development & Tourism is seeking sponsors, vendors, exhibitors and volunteers for the inaugural birding and wildflower festival, “Wings and Wildflowers,” to be held on Sept. 28-30 at Hickory Point Park in Tavares.
March 29, 2012

Umatilla gears up for the 13th Annual Florida Black Bear Festival on March 31
The Lake County Office of Economic Development & Tourism is inviting residents to attend the 13th Annual Florida Black Bear Festival on Saturday, March 31 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Cadwell Park, located at 4 Cassady St. in Umatilla.
March 23, 2012

Upcoming Savage Race event challenges participants to test their limits
Lake County will play host to Savage Race on Saturday, March 10, 2012 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Revolution the Off Road Experience, located at 4000 State Road 33 in Clermont.
March 7, 2012

Lake County premiere golf course tees up for prosperous year
Black Bear Club LLC, operator of Black Bear Golf Club, located at 24505 Caluso Blvd. in Eustis, recently reported record financial gains for the 2011 fiscal year. The company’s revenue increased 40 percent over the same period in 2010.
March 5, 2012

2nd Annual Clermont Draft Legal Challenge to bring world class triathletes to Lake County
On Saturday, March 3, 2012, Lake County will host the 2nd Annual Clermont Draft Legal Challenge from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Lake Louisa State Park, located at 7305 U.S. Highway 27 in Clermont.
February 24, 2012

Annual GeorgeFest event ignites patriotic spirit for the whole family
On Feb. 24-26, 2012, the Lake Eustis Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Eustis, will be welcoming visitors as they celebrate their patriotic spirit with the 110th Annual GeorgeFest, featuring the theme, “Made in America.” Last year’s celebration attracted nearly 20,000 people to the quaint lake-front city, which has a population of just over 19,000 residents.
February 23, 2012

Lake County Parks & Trails Division invites residents to open house at PEAR Park Nature Center
The Lake County Parks & Trails Division is inviting residents to attend an open house on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Palatlakaha Environmental and Agricultural Reserve’s (PEAR Park) Nature Center, located at 4800 University Ave. in Leesburg.
February 3, 2012

Wings & Wildflowers, Inaugural Lake County's Birding Festival
Lake County Economic Development and Tourism is excited to announce a Lake County Birding Festival this fall. Titled “Wings and Wildflowers”, the festival will be held September 28-30, at beautiful Hickory Point Park in Tavares.
January 26, 2012

Savage Race comes to Lake County
This extreme race, with a 3.2 mile course covering grueling terrain, demanding obstacles and a rugged mud course is not your average 5K run. Typical obstacles include fire jumps, barbed wire, mud crawls, climbing walls, cargo nets, lake swims, and several twists with unexpected challenges thrown in. All guaranteed to test your endurance and pump your adrenaline.
August 22, 2011

Lake County Tourist Development Council Establishes Capital Projects Funding Program
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners and Office of Economic Development and Tourism, in partnership with the Tourist Development Council, has announced an opportunity for Capital Projects Funding. Capital Projects must be located within Lake County and serve to advance new or expand existing facilities for recreational activities, cultural events and performances that host and promote events in Lake County that serve to bring substantial numbers of overnight tourists/visitors to the County.
March 31, 2011

12th Annual Florida Black Bear Festival
Discover and appreciate Florida’s largest land mammal as the City of Umatilla celebrates the Twelfth Annual Florida Black Bear Festival on Saturday, March 26, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Cadwell Park, located at 4 Cassady St. in Umatilla.
March 21, 2011

2011 U.S. Junior Synchronized Swimming Championships Come to Clermont
Nearly 200 elite synchronized swimmers will gather at the National Training Center in Clermont, Fla., March 31 - April 1 for the 2011 U.S. Junior Synchronized Swimming Championships. The event will feature athletes ages 15-18, who will vie for Junior National Titles in the solo, duet, team and combo events.
March 16, 2011

14th Annual Mount Dora Music Festival
The 14th Annual Mount Dora Music Festival, to be held February 17–20, features famous performers, tribute artists, a country music showcase, local bands, a brass ensemble and ten free concerts plus a silent auction. The exciting line-up of performances includes Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame legends, The Lovin’ Spoonful, as well as the celebrated tribute band, ABsalute Gold, The Definitive ABBA Experience.
February 10, 2011

Mission Inn Awarded Prestigious 2011 Bride’s Choice Award
WeddingWire just announced that Lake County’s Mission Inn Resort & Club has received the prestigious annual WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2011 for demonstrating excellence in quality, service, responsiveness and professionalism in the wedding industry. Recent clients shared their wedding experiences on WeddingWire, the largest wedding review site in the nation. Awards were given to the top wedding professionals across 20 service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers, and were based on professional achievements throughout the past year.
January 26, 2011

New website launches with focus on County Blueways
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners unveiled a new website today at www.paddlelake.com that focuses on promoting Lake County’s eight designated Blueways, or waterway trails, located within the areas of the St. Johns River, Golden Triangle, Palatlakaha Basin and Oklawaha Basin.
December 13, 2010

Enjoy a day of family fun at Saturday’s Third Annual Green Fair
More than 80 exhibitors presenting environmentally friendly products, services and information will be in attendance at Wooton Park, located along Lake Dora in downtown Tavares, for the Third Annual Lake County Green Fair on Saturday, Nov. 13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
November 12, 2010

An abundance of children’s activities at Lake County Green Fair provides fun for all
A host of children’s activities will be available at the Third Annual Lake County Green Fair being held on Saturday, Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Wooton Park, located along Lake Dora in downtown Tavares.
November 8, 2010

Lake County park rangers host two upcoming events
The Lake County Parks & Trails Division is hosting a bird & butterfly survey on Friday, Nov. 12, and a nature hike on Saturday, Nov. 13.
October 29, 2010

Park rangers & Water Authority to guide paddling adventure on Oct. 22
Lake County park rangers, in cooperation with the Lake County Water Authority, will lead a “Paddling Adventure” on Friday, Oct. 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. beginning at the Astatula Boat Ramp, located at 12703 Florida Ave., Astatula.
October 8, 2010

Emeralda Marsh to come alive for Birds & Bicycles event on Oct. 23
The Lake County divisions of Parks & Trails and Tourism & Business Relations are proud to be partnering with the Trout Lake Nature Center to promote the Birds & Bicycles event on Saturday, Oct. 23, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Emeralda Marsh.
October 6, 2010

Lake County tourism staff welcomes Central Florida’s arts leaders to Clermont
Lake County Tourism & Business Relations is welcoming dozens of Central Florida’s art leaders to South Lake County for a meeting on Friday, Oct. 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cooper Memorial Library, located at 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive in Clermont.
October 5, 2010

Discovery Gardens at Lake County Agricultural Center extends summer hours until Oct. 11
The Discovery Gardens at the Horticultural Learning Center, which is located on about 3.5 acres behind the Lake County Agricultural Center, 1951 Woodlea Road in Tavares, will extend its summer hours of 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday-Friday, until Monday, Oct. 11.
October 5, 2010

Lake County park rangers host two upcoming events
The Lake County Parks & Trails Division is hosting a bird survey on Friday, Sept. 24, and a fall bird hike on Saturday, Sept. 25.
September 20, 2010

Top-notch women golfers to tee off at Mission Inn Resort & Club for Fall Preview
In partnership with the Central Florida Sports Commission, Mission Inn Resort & Club will be welcoming back women’s golf teams from NCAA Division III on Sept. 26-27 for a fall preview.
September 15, 2010

New edition of online magazine features Lake County tourism spots
The newest edition of Hometown Highlights is available online for travel writers and tourists interested in learning more about Lake County, Fla.
September 8, 2010

Artistic Visitors: Lake County Welcome Center receives donated sculptures
When tourists to Lake County stop in at the Welcome Center, located at 20763 U.S. Highway 27 in Groveland, there’s even more to catch their eye than the area’s prominent rolling hills and sparkling lakes.
August 27, 2010

Crack the Code: Lake County Tourism introduces ‘quick response codes’ to select print advertisements
Lake County Tourism & Business Relations is joining the ranks of many world-famous brands — including Chevrolet, Starbucks and Google — by launching quick response codes (QR codes) on many of its print advertisements.
August 17, 2010

Discovery Gardens at Lake County Agricultural Center moves to new summer hours until Oct. 1
The Discovery Gardens at the Horticultural Learning Center, which is located on about 3.5 acres behind the Lake County Agricultural Center, 1951 Woodlea Road in Tavares, will implement new summer hours this week of 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday-Friday, which will be in effect until Friday, Oct. 1.
August 17, 2010

Lake County rangers to guide nature hike at Pine Forest Park
Lake County park rangers will lead a nature hike on Saturday, Aug. 21, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Pine Forest Park, located at 32520 State Road 44, near the Lake-Volusia county line.
August 17, 2010

Florida Highwaymen artists return to Mount Dora
Florida’s historic landscape artists, known as The Florida Highwaymen, will be returning to Mount Dora for the Fifth Highwaymen Art Show & Sale on Friday, Aug. 13, through Sunday, Aug. 15.
August 2, 2010

Park rangers to lead nature hike at Twin Lakes Park
Lake County's park rangers will lead a low-impact nature hike on Saturday, July 24, from 8 to 10 a.m. at Twin Lakes Park, located at 35303 County Road 473, Leesburg.
July 19, 2010

Lake County tourism recognizes local accommodations for green initiative
Lake County Tourism & Business Relations is pleased to announce the addition of two lodging establishments to the "Florida Green Lodging Program" by the Florida Department of Environment Protection (DEP).
July 14, 2010

Public invited to celebrate new Horticultural Learning Center at Lake County Extension
Join the Lake County Board of County Commissioners in celebrating the grand opening of the Horticultural Learning Center at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, July 14, beginning at 9 a.m.
July 7, 2010

GOOAAAAL!: Upcoming soccer tourney to kick start Lake County’s summer tourism season
With World Cup fever sweeping the country, Lake County is preparing to feel its own excitement on the pitch when hundreds of players of all ages compete in the inaugural Lake County PAL 3v3 Challenge on July 10-11 at Hickory Point Park in Tavares for one last chance to qualify for the National Championship at Walt Disney World.
July 2, 2010

Celebrate Independence Day at 4 events in Lake County
Lake County is celebrating Independence Day with four events sure to stir patriotic spirits.
July 1, 2010

Lake County Tourism congratulates Mount Dora Bed & Breakfast for setting ‘sparkling’ precedent
Lake County Tourism & Business Relations congratulates Heron Cay Lakeview Bed & Breakfast, located at 495 W. Old Highway 441 in Mount Dora, for earning AAA’s Four Diamond Rating for a remarkable 15 years in a row (last five with the current owners).
June 28, 2010

Lake County Tourism congratulates Sports Commission for honoring local athletes
Lake County Tourism & Business Relations congratulates the Central Florida Sports Commission for organizing the Bright House Sports Network Breakfast of Champions to honor local high-school athletes on May 21 at Mission Inn Resort & Club in Howey-in-the-Hills.
May 28, 2010

‘Blues’ to bring joy to Mount Dora festival-goers
Lake County Tourism & Business Relations is excited to be a sponsor for the Second Annual Mount Dora Blues and Wine Festival slated for May 21-23 at Lakeside Inn, located at 100 N. Alexander St.
May 19, 2010

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