Parking Fees Waived at Fort De Soto's 50th Anniversary Celebration

The 50th Anniversary Celebration is packed full of activities for the entire family. Everyone is invited to watch a ski show, re-dedication ceremony and even help plant sea oats on Saturday, May 11.

There's a special treat for early birds! The $5 parking fee will be waived all day on Saturday.

Check out a list of the days events:

• 8 a.m. Opening ceremony: National Anthem, color guard, raising of the flag
• 9 a.m. Sea oats planting. Sign up is behind the fort between 8 and 9 a.m.
• 10:30 a.m. Tampa Bay Ski Show
• Re-dedication ceremony
• Eco-paddle to the north tip of the island to continue planting sea oats

For more information check out the special announcement by Pinellas County -  "The 50th Anniversary of Pinellas County's Fort De Soto Park."

Do you have a few special pics of you and your family at Fort De Soto? Add them to our growing gallery "Fort De Soto Park Turns 50; Post Photos, Memories!"

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