Salute, Celebrate, and Cherish: Your Guide to Memorial Day 2023 Happenings in Volusia County

Honoring Heroes and Celebrating Freedom in Volusia County! Join us for an unforgettable Memorial Day filled with meaningful tributes and festivities that commemorate the bravery and sacrifice of our fallen heroes. Use this guide as your golden ticket to an extraordinary lineup of events as we remember all those who have fallen in the line of duty. This information is evolving and will be updated … Continue reading Salute, Celebrate, and Cherish: Your Guide to Memorial Day 2023 Happenings in Volusia County

This Week: Events in Volusia (5/22 – 5/28)

Calling all adventure-seeking families! Get ready for an action-packed weekend in Volusia County; your ultimate destination for an unforgettable weekend getaway. This information is evolving and will be updated as more info and events become available. Information has been provided by the city, county or by individual event pages. If you have any questions, please direct them to the organizers of the events. **EVENT INFORMATION … Continue reading This Week: Events in Volusia (5/22 – 5/28)

This Week: Events in Volusia (5/15 – 5/21)

If you’re looking for things to do with your family this weekend, the Volusia County area has several events to choose from, including tons of fun for spring. Don’t miss out on the fun this weekend! This information is evolving and will be updated as more info and events become available. Information has been provided by the city, county or by individual event pages. If … Continue reading This Week: Events in Volusia (5/15 – 5/21)

Gear Up for Safety: Snag Your Free Disaster Resource Kits at Old Fort Park on May 20th!

Southeast Volusia Habitat for Humanity awarded $18,750 grant from State Farm Edgewater – Southeast Volusia (SEV) Habitat for Humanity is proud to announce that it is the recipient of a $18,750 grant from State Farm to help repair homes in the Southeast Volusia County area damaged by the recent hurricanes. This long term recovery grant is part of State Farm’s Good Neighbor program, which helps … Continue reading Gear Up for Safety: Snag Your Free Disaster Resource Kits at Old Fort Park on May 20th!

Backwater Report

All Text & Photos Provided by Patrick “Tupat” Eichstaedt @TheRealTupat As Summer is starting to creep in, the bite continues to be hot both in the river and ocean. We have had our fair share of winds, which has not stopped the action at all. The cobia run has been stellar and the backwaters continue to provide tight lines. Looking ahead as the waters warm … Continue reading Backwater Report

As Seen on TV!

If you were around Daytona Beach and New Smyrna Beach last summer, you probably heard about the occasional Guy Fieri sightings across the cities! The Food Network star was touring restaurants in the area for his show, “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives,” and causing quite a stir in the Facebook Foodie group that I’m a part of online. While many of the places he visited got … Continue reading As Seen on TV!

Fishaholic: May Report

Hey, it’s Captain Austin once again bringing you the fishing report for the Edgewater, New Smyrna Beach and Ponce Inlet areas. This past month, the fishing has steadily gotten better. One of the big reasons is the bait. We are seeing large schools of mullet, especially in the backwaters. The mullet are bait-sized (4 to 8 inches) and on certain tides they become very active. … Continue reading Fishaholic: May Report

Join Forever Explorers at Marine Discovery Center

Forever Explorers is a new, hand-on, feet-wet program designed especially for young-at-heart lifelong learners who want to explore their coastal environment. Whether you’ve recently moved to the community and want to learn about the new flora and fauna around you, or you have lived in Florida for many years and simply want to better understand what you can do to protect and preserve the Indian … Continue reading Join Forever Explorers at Marine Discovery Center

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Summer Fun in Volusia County: The Ultimate Guide to Kids’ Summer Camps

Summer is just around the corner, and it’s time to start thinking about how to keep your kids engaged and active during the break. Luckily, Volusia County offers a wide range of summer camps for kids of all ages and interests. From sports and arts to science and technology, there’s something for everyone. Discover the Best Summer Camps for Kids in Volusia County: From STEM … Continue reading Summer Fun in Volusia County: The Ultimate Guide to Kids’ Summer Camps

Fishaholic: April Report

Hello there, it’s Captain Austin bringing you the April fishing report for the New Smyrna Beach area. The past few weeks have seen things really pick up on the fishing front. From the backwaters to the inlet and off the beach, the fish have become very active making for some amazing catches. I expect the fishing to only get better as we move closer to … Continue reading Fishaholic: April Report