Join us for an Amazing Adventure; see Dolphins, Manatees, Pelicans and all the wildlife found on the beautiful Indian River Lagoon, America's most diverse estuary. Enjoy an informative tour of the waterways as well as a behind the scenes look at the elegant mansions along the river. Click on the website link for more information then call to make your reservations. Don't forget your camera!

The award winning Riverside Racquet Complex is affiliated with the Vero Beach/ Indian River County Recreation Department. The complex features ten hard court (six lighted), two enclosed, lighted racquetball courts, a lighted practice wall, and Pro Shop. Open to the public.

The Environmental Learning Center is a 64 acre nature center located north of Vero Beach, at the western end of the Wabasso Bridge. The island campus includes a Discovery Station with aquariums, a marine touch tank, and exhibits as well as a visitor center, self guided audio tour, native plant gardens, gift shop and picnic facilities. Our exciting EcoVentures are enjoyed by residents and tourists alike and include escorted pontoon boat tours, kayaking, canoe excursions, nature walks, and more! The center is open Tuesday through Friday 10:00am to 4:00pm, Saturday, 9:00am to 12:00 pm, and Sunday 1:00pm to 4:00 pm.

Visit the Marshlands of Indian River County with Capt. Bob. The Original Talking Tour, Capt. Bob gives you more than a ride, he gives you a Tour. His informative explanation of birds, plants, fish, alligators and local area are unforgettable. Enjoy Capt. Bob's new 2010 custom Diamondback Airboat, with seating for 10 customers. With the tallest front seat of any tour boat, and 12' offset between rows everyone has a great stadium view. Give Capt. Bob a call for the most talked about tour on the water. "The Difference is in the Tour"

The Skate Factory of Vero is #1 for family skating fun. Open daily for public skating and birthday parties. We have the best arcade and redemption games in town along with a snack bar serving fresh made pizza & more. Learn to Skate Classes, Roller Hockey Leagues, Speed Skating Team & Womens Roller Derby are available to join.

The Original River Queen Cruises is a family owned business offering daily ecology tours since 1989. They sail the shallow waters of the Indian River Lagoon and the Sebastian River. The River Queen is a USCG approved 42' triple pontoon boat NOW SAILING year-round out of Mulligan's Beach House Restaurant. It is completely enclosable for inclement weather and is handicapped accessible. Restroom facilities are on board and snacks and cold drinks are available.

VERO BEACH'S "PREMIER" AIRBOAT ADVENTURE TOUR! Gator Bait is the fun, informative, and interactive tour. Our mission statement is to ensure all guests have a wonderful time experiencing the beauty of the marsh and it's exquisite wildlife. WE GUARANTEE ALLIGATOR SIGHTINGS on our brand new custom built Floral City airboat equipped with state of the art helicopter talk around headsets. "See it with a Real Florida Native"

Even though the IRL is an everyday sight for many of us, few have ever experienced the unsurpassed biological diversity that lies below these waters. The Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit, located inside the St. Lucie County Marine Center, provides a window into this underwater world. Make no mistake, we are not a typical public aquarium. Our focus is on displaying ecosystems as complex communities of organisms interacting in their environment. At the Marine Ecosystems Exhibit, visitors can explore six different Florida marine habitats and learn about the complexity and importance of marine ecosystems. With the help of our dynamic displays we strive to provide the public with a better understanding of the fragile marine ecosystems of the IRL and surrounding area and the impact humans are having on these fragile environments.

Join Stumpknocker Airboat Tours for a one hour tour of the headwaters of Central Florida Everglades. As we glide across the marsh, you will witness the wildlife and flora of the season, learn of the ecology in this pristine eco system, and hear a few stories. Capt. Steve Hayes is the only Certified Florida Master Naturalist of the marsh and truly loves to take people out to observe the sights that he has seen his entire life. One of the most popular attractions on the Treasure Coast, and "THE GRANDDADDY OF 'EM ALL". Bring a camera and let's create some memories.

Christy, who has lived in Indian River County all her life, still discovers something new on every tour. 'You never know what you'll see,' she says, 'but Mother Nature will always surprise and delight you. You'll enjoy Beautiful Tropical Foliage, Flowers, Birds, and other Wildlife. Dolphins are a sure bet! Often we'll see Manatees and sometimes Alligators!'

Climb aboard, our 2011, 22' Diamondback Airboat equipped with state of the art headsets and comfortable seating for 11 adults. Glide the marshes of Blue Cypress Recreation Area or the vast marsh land of Lake Okeechobee. On either tour you can expect to see a wide variety of birds such as Osprey, Eagles, Snail Kites, wading birds and Alligators of all sizes. Visa and MasterCard accepted. Visit our website link than contact us to make a reservation.

The North County Aquatic Center is a family oriented public pool. The pool is heated and open year round. We feature an activity pool, a competition pool, with a diving well and changing facilities. Our activity pool is zero depth for easy entry for all ages. The activity pool has slides, water cannons, bubblers, a water tree and a huge water play structure. The competition pool has almost 1 million gallons of water. We have up to 24 lanes for lap swimming at 25 yards. Our diving well has one meter and three meter diving boards.

World class golf in a setting of casual elegance. Friendliest, finest, private club. A course both challenging and fair to players of any caliber. Plush tees and fairways with perfectly manicured greens surrounded with tall Carolina pines. Large canopying oaks, scrub jay preserves and rolling hills compliment this award winning private course. The third course in the world to be honored with Audubon International's coveted "Signature Sanctuary" designation.

All of Riverside Theatre's events are produced in-house using The Acting Company's staff. Under the direction of Artistic Director Allen D. Cornell, sets, props, lights and costumes are designed and built on-site. Actors, designers and directors from New York and other areas of the country are brought in for two and a half weeks of rehearsals and up to four weeks of performances.

Open 7 days a week. Beach side quality at mainland prices. Indian River's largest selection of sea shells, jewelry, wind chimes and ocean novelties. Beach, swim and resort wear for ladies and gentlemen as well as juniors and children. 100's of Vero Beach, Sebastian and Wabasso printed souvenir t-shirts. Sun care products, sunglasses, sandals and water shoes, SPF 50 sun protection water shirts. Sales, lessons and rentals of surfboards and stand up paddle boards as well as Boogie and skim boards. Stop by, you'll Love our shop.

Gifford Aquatics Center features a large 100´ x 75´ pool and a ´Sprayground´ for kids. The pool is ´zero´ entry, meaning you can walk in gradually from one end (just like an ocean beach only no waves or rip tides!). This makes it easy to introduce water to the kids, teach swimming, and accommodate those in wheelchairs, which can roll right into the water! The 178,000-gallon pool has a capacity for 149 swimmers.

The Vero Beach Choral Society joyfully shares a diversity of classical and contemporary choral music with the larger community through exceptional performance and support of promising musical artists.

The City of Sebastian Skate Facility is owned and operated by the City of Sebastian. The street course skating area is 7,700 sq. ft. Only skateboards, in-line skates and quad skates, can be used at the facility. A signed, notorized or verified waiver must be on file. Proper identification is required.

The Indian River Symphonic Association has been bringing quality symphonic music to Vero Beach since 1993. In a typical season seven concerts are presented, including performances by such renowned orchestras as the Royal Philharmonic, the Russian National Orchestra, the German State Philharmonic, the Buffalo Symphony and the Pittsburgh Symphony, to name just a few. All concerts are performed at the Community Church of Vero Beach and begin at 7:30 PM. For the concert schedule for the coming season, please click on our website link.

Welcome to FlyBoard Sebastian, the only FlyBoard operator in Indian River County. With our equipment and instructors you can learn to Fly Like a Superhero and Swim Like a Dolphin. The FlyBoard uses our powerful jet ski as a pump to send a stream of water through a 50 foot hose to a small board on your feet. That stream of water can propel you at 18 miles an hour underwater, or fly you up out of the water. Must be 18 years of age, weigh less than 275 lbs and be able to swim.

For over four decades the shared vision of founder J. Seward Johnson, Sr. and inventor Edwin Link to explore, protect and wisely use the oceans’ resources shaped the work at Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. Today, articulated as Ocean Science for a Better World™, this same vision drives over 140 Harbor Branch Oceanographic scientists, engineers and support staff to be leaders in ocean-related innovation, exploration, research, education and conservation.

Both 18 hole championship layouts were Designed by Ron Garl, who was awarded 'Golf Designer of the Year' by the International Network of Golf. Sandridge Golf Club is recognized as one of the finest golf facilities open to the public in the state of Florida. It has been Rated Four-and-a-Half Stars by Golf Digest for the fourth year in a row on their annual "Places to Play" listing. The Dunes and The Lakes Courses both offer Championship golf to all levels of play.

If you hear someone say that you need a Florida Boating License or a Florida Boat License to operate your boat, what they really mean is that you need the Florida State Boater Education Card. You can get the Education Card by taking the course by clicking on the 'Visit Website' link above. This boating safety course has been approved by the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission and allows you to obtain your Official Florida Boater Card online. The course can be studied at any time, free of charge -- you only pay once you have passed the course and wish to get certified.

Tropical Kayak Tours is the local expert for kayaking the Indian River Lagoon, Blue Cypress Lake and St. Sebastian River. Tours are offered daily. Enjoy the top notch service those "in the know" have come to appreciate from our knowledgeable and friendly guides. Experience the beautiful scenery and wide array of wildlife in and around our local waters. Reservation required.

About Kayaks is located on the beautiful St. Sebastian River, one of Florida's last remaining Natural Rivers. We specialize in three hour self guided tours of the river which abounds in wildlife including the gentle giant, the Manatee. The trip is all downstream and we supply the kayaks, paddles, life vests and instruction. As one of Florida's last remaining natural rivers your three hour self guided tour will be an adventure to last a lifetime.

Riverside Children's Theatre is the youth oriented educational arm of the non-profit Riverside Theatre, Inc. The largest youth theatre in the state of Florida operating in its own facility, RCT provides after school and summer programming and performance opportunities for local youth. An active outreach and scholarship program seeks to involve all the children in Indian River County no matter their circumstances, assisting them in developing confidence, discipline and self esteem. Refer to the theatre website for a full listing of performances and classes.

IRSA was founded in 1986 by a small but dedicated group of soccer enthusiasts. Their mission was to create an entirely inclusive athletic association that offered any child the opportunity to play soccer for fun. That first season included 45 players of all ages and 4 coaches. Today, IRSA serves over 1000 children annually, with two 8-Week seasons, rostering over 80 teams for children aged 4-18.

Designed by renowned golf course architect Jim Fazio, Hawk's Nest was carved from a heavily wooded sand ridge. This unique feature gives the course one of the highest elevations in southeast Florida - up to 50 feet above sea level. The undulating terrain and dramatic contours offer golfers spectacular views and an experience enjoyed by all golfing abilities.

Our goal is to provide a Safe, Secure and Fun Environment with supervision. Camps offer opportunity for youth to make new friends and spend their summer participating in recreational and educational programs. Two camps will be offered at Leisure Square; Sports/Aquatics & Performing Arts. Both camps are 8 weeks long.

Discover the underwater world of the Atlantic Ocean in the waters off Vero Beach & Sebastian. Whether you want to snorkel or Scuba, Liquid Addiction has everything you need. Fill your tanks, upgrade your gear or purchase your new equipment. Not certified to dive but always wanted too? Get certified over the week-end and spend the rest of your vacation exploring the weightless world under the waves. Clink on the 'More Info' link above to learn more.

Whether you�re visiting the Vero Beach area, live here seasonally or year round, Orchid Island Bikes & Kayaks is ready to help you enjoy this tropical paradise. Located just off US Hwy 1 behind Staple's they are the Premier Rental and Sales Center for Bicycles, Kayaks, Beach Gear, and more!

Royale Palm Pointe off Indian River Boulevard in Vero Beach opened to an exuberant crowd of 8,000 in February 2001 and has been drawing 300 to 600 people every day since.

Under the direction of Roman Ortega-Cowan, Artistic Director, the Vero Beach Opera will present three operatic concerts which include Metropolitan Opera Stars Deborah Voigt and Susan Neves, as well as a full opera MADAMA BUTTERFLY in cooperation with the Orlando Opera.

The Indian River County Recreation Department provides and operates recreational programs and facilities for the use of County residents and visitors of all age groups. In addition, trained, certified water safety personnel are provided at County beaches.

The Manatee Observation and Education Center is a waterfront wildlife observation and nature education center located on Florida's east coast in downtown Fort Pierce. The endangered Florida manatee, also called sea cow, is the main attraction. Manatees can be viewed at the Center year-round! Stand along the covered observation walkway or climb the second story observation tower to see Florida's "Gentle Giants" resting or playing in Moore's Creek. These are wild, not captive manatees, so one never knows when they might swim by.