Hulk Hogan Gets Married In Clearwater Beach

Hulk Hogan married Jennifer McDaniel yesterday in the backyard of Hogan's home, which is on Clearwater Beach. It wasn't exactly a "quiet affair" however. According to police, they were called to the home around 5:30 when a brawl broke out offer a reporter trying to crash the wedding. No one was arrested, and no guests were inolved. The scuffle occured when security approached the reporter.

2010 Holiday Boat Parade Schedule

Tierra Verde Lighted Boat Parade
December 8th, 6 pm
Starts just east of Billy's Stone Crab, and travels the Grand Canal to the Tierra Verde Bridge.

St Pete Beach and South Pasadena Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
December 10th, 6 pm
Begins at Merry Pier in Pass a Grille and travels through St Pete Beach, ending in South Pasadena.

Treasure Island Lighted Boat Parade
December 11th, 6:20 pm
Begins at the Treasure Island Causeway Bridge, and ends at John's Pass

Dunedin Holiday Boat Parade and Tree Lighting
December 11th, 6 to 9 pm
Begins at Marker 1 Marina, travels south, and then heads north to the Municipal Marina adjacent to Edgewater Park.

St. Petersburg Illuminated Boat Parade
December 11th, 6:30 pm
Parade takes place near the Pier - Spa Beach, The Pier and Vinoy Basin are recommended for best viewing.

Gulfport Lighted Christmas Boat Parade
December 11 at 6 pm
Begins at the Gulfport Municipal marina, travels past the William's Pier and into the canals of Town Shores and Broadwater communities.

Island Estates Yacht Club Holiday Boat Parade
December 11 at 6:30 pm
Begins in Mandalay Channel, travels to Coachman Park, and to the Clearwater Yacht Club's judging stand.

Redington Beach and Indian Shores Lighted Boat Parade
December 19th, 6 pm
Begins at the Madeira Beach Causeway, travels through Redington Beach, North Redington Beach, and Redington Shores, then through Indian Shores, ending at the Pub Restaurant.

2010 Clearwater Memorial Holiday Boat Parade

The 36th annual Memorial Holiday Boat Parade, sponsored by the Island Estates Yacht Club, will be held on Saturday, December 11th. The event honors members of Island Estates Yacht Club who passed away during the year and is one of the area's largest holiday boat parades. Around 50 lighted and decorated boats will light up the waterways. Cash prizes and gift certificates donated by local businesses for the best decorated boats.

The parade will begin in Mandalay Channel between Island Estates and Clearwater Beach at 6 pm, head north through the channel, arriving at Coachman Park around 8 pm, then navigate under the Memorial Causeway Bridge to the Clearwater Yacht Club for judging.

If you are interested in entering your vessel, contact the Yacht Club Fleet Captain Tom Smith at (727) 776-3375 or Tom@TomSmith.com.

Aquarium May Get $750k From City Council

Clearwater may give $750,000 in taxpayer funds to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium so it can buy the land next door, between the aquarium and Island Way Grill, to build a bigger parking lot. If the aquarium gets the funds, they will also receive a $750,000 matching grant from Sand Key philanthropist Richard "Dick" Jacobson. CMA needs the $1.5 million to secure financing for the $3.1 million parcel. There will be a vote Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall to decide if the private, non-profit facility will receive the funds..

In case you haven't heard, a major Hollywood movie, "Dolphin Tale" starring Morgan Freeman, Ashley Judd, Harry Connick Jr. — and local celebrity Winter the dolphin is filming at the aquarium, which is closed temporarily for the shoot. The aquarium expects attendance to double or triple next fall when the movie is released. It's not just the film that has sparked the need for more parking, the aquarium has been expanding and attendance has been up sharply the past 4 years.

Winter The Dolphin Will Star In Motion Picture

Winter the dolphin will be playing herself in "A Dolphin's Tale," which is scheduled to begin filming today. Most of the movie will be shot at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. A robot double will be used in scenes that Winter cannot do. The movie will star Morgan Freeman, Harry Connick Jr. and Ashley Judd and tells the story of a boy who befriends an injured dolphin and helps her get an artificial tail.

At three months old, Winter became tangled in a crab trap line near Cape Canaveral. She was rescued and brought to the CMA for rehab, but her injuries resulted in the loss of her entire tail and two vertebrae. To the surprise of marine experts, Winter adapted in spite of her serious injuries, and modified her swim pattern to accommodate her disability. Winter has also learned to eat fish on her own and is growing at a healthy rate. A human prosthetics company and a marine mammal veterinarian, developed a prosthetic tail for Winter. With the help trainers, she is being taught to use the prosthetic.

Winter has been featured on the NBC Today Show, CNN and BBC, and is an inspiration to millions. Observing Winter playfully swim around her enclosure is truly a joy; she has overcome adversity by surviving her injury, and seems unaware of her impediment. Her story, however, is uncommon. Each year, countless dolphins become trapped in mono filament and crab trap lines and die.

Super Boat Festival VIP Parties

The Bright House 2010 Clearwater Super Boat National Championship Festival, based on the longest-running offshore power-boat racing sport in the USA, again hopes to bring in more tourists and pump up the local economy during a crucial time for the Gulf Coast of Florida. To rev-up an even higher level of excitement than last year’s festival and in keeping with the theme of “bigger, faster, louder,” VIP Race Experience packages will be available to FANS. Want to be treated like a VIP? For $100 per person, FANS who want to be treated like a Rock Star will experience the memory of a lifetime – and their money will go to help local marine charities.

VIP Race Experience parties and events will be graced by the Super Boat drivers, throttle men and other sporting execs and celebrities, mixing and mingling with the FANS. The VIP Experience Schedule includes:

Friday, October 1st
• Concert at BayStar Race Village – VIP Seating

• Baystar Race Village Party at the Promenade on the Bay – Hosted by Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce

Saturday, October 2nd
• Shepard’s Beach Party – Hosted by Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce

Sunday, October 3rd
• Hilton Deck Party – Hosted by Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort

• Hyatt Patio Party – Hosted by Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach

• Miss Clearwater Super Boat Trophy Girl Pageant – Hosted by Shepard’s Beach Resort Clearwater Beach

The VIP Race Experience also includes VIP race viewing from the Hilton Deck Party and the Hyatt Patio Party, so VIPs can avoid the throngs of crowds migrating out to the beach to view the spectacle of “NASCAR on Water”. The three-day festival will culminate with boats equipped with F-16 jet canopies reaching extreme speeds of up to 200 mph while vying for the National Championship title just off the shore of Clearwater Beach.

VIP Passes can be purchased through the Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Clearwater Beach Chamber of Commerce, for $100 per person.

The festival will be held October 1st – 3rd in Downtown Clearwater and Clearwater Beach.

Tourism on the Gulf Coast of Florida has been harmed by the misconception that Florida is covered in oil. Last year, Super Boat brought an estimated 60,000-plus people to Clearwater, and made an estimated impact of $5-6 million on the local economy, without spending a penny of taxpayer’s money.

For a schedule of race events and details, visit www.clearwatersuperboat.com

About the Bright House 2010 Clearwater Super Boat National Championship Festival:

When Super Boat International (SBI) founder and 30-year veteran, John Carbonell, wanted to produce Clearwater’s 1st Annual Super Boat National Championship and Festival two local area businessmen made it happen: Restaurateur Frank Chivas and Former Mayor of Clearwater Brian Aungst Sr.

The Bright House 2010 Clearwater Super Boat National Championship Festival will be produced by Super Boat International and presented by Bright House Networks. To see the full list of sponsors, partners and sponsor hotels, visit www.clearwatersuperboat.com.

Super Boat Race Course Modified This Year

The Clearwater Super Boat National Championship Festival Race is returning next weekend after a successful event last year.

As Super Boats equipped with F-16 jet canopies race just off the shore of Clearwater Beach while reaching extreme speeds of up to 200 mph during the Bright House 2010 Clearwater Super Boat National Championship Festival Race Sunday, October 3rd, the throngs of fans watching the spectacle of “NASCAR on water” will get a better view thanks to the improved sightline of a new race course. The new race course modifies last year’s course, and will not extend down to North Clearwater Beach, but will instead extend just beyond Pier 60. North Clearwater Beach will be omitted because sightlines of the race are not as good. The new race course will also give racing boats more room to get in and out of the racing area.

While the race is free, VIP race viewing at the Hyatt Regency or the Hilton Clearwater Beach are available for purchase through the Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Clearwater Beach Chamber of Commerce for $100. VIP Race Experience pass holders will be treated to a variety of VIP race experience activities as well, including VIP parties. All proceeds from the event benefit three local charities, The Clearwater Community Sailing Center, Sailability and the Make a Difference Fishing Tournament.

The race will be followed by an awards ceremony in Coachman Park where the National Champions will be announced.

Race course diagram and viewing area coordinates for boaters are available online at www.clearwatersuperboat.com

Knight's Inn Will Become New All Suite Hotel

The vacant Knight’s Inn on South Gulfview Blvd in Clearwater Beach will be replaced with an all suite hotel in 2011. The name of the hotel has not yet been determined. Construction is expected to begin in early 2011 and completed by year end. There will be 45 units approximately 600 square foot each.

The property was purchased in 2009 for $3.8 million, and renovations are estimated at $2 million. A construction loan has been secured by Southwind Hospitality, owner of the Quality Inn Beach Resort located across the street. Guests of the new hotel will have access to the Quality Inn pool and beach access, and guest of the Quality Inn will have access to the new hotel's fitness center.

New Activities Planned For 2010 Super Boat Festival

The Bright House 2010 Clearwater Super Boats National Championship hopes to not only repeat the success of last year, but make it a “bigger, faster, louder” experience by adding on new activities.

In keeping with the theme of “bigger, faster, louder,” the Bright House 2010 Clearwater Super Boat National Championships, taking place October 1st – 3rd in Downtown Clearwater and Clearwater Beach, will offer a wide variety of new activities.

The three day family friendly festival will take place in Downtown Clearwater’s Coachman Park and Cleveland Street and on Clearwater Beach.

“We set the bar high last year with the first Super Boat National Championship in Clearwater, said event Co-Chair Frank Chivas. “This year we are planning a number of new family friendly activities to keep everyone excited the entire weekend”.

New activities and events will include:

• Super Boat Trophy Girl Pageant with a $5,000 grand prize
• Poker run featuring boats “galore”
• A Motorcycle poker run
• Cleveland Street block party where everyone can meet the drivers, see the boats up close and enjoy a street carnival atmosphere with entertainment
• Friday evening concert in Coachman Park
• VIP events

“We want to make sure there is always something for everyone to enjoy the entire weekend. By adding the Friday block party on Cleveland Street and Concerts both Friday and Saturday, with the multitude of other activities we feel this festival will be much bigger and better than last year,” said event Co-Chair Brian Aungst.
Of course, the activities that made Super Boat a success last year will be back as well. Returning activities include:

• Loads of food and libations
• “Bay Star Race Village” activities in Coachman Park
• Concert and Firework display on Pier 60
• Make a Difference Fishing Tournament benefitting handicapped children
• Search and Rescue demonstration from the US Coast Guards
• Awards ceremony after the races
Of course the three day festival will culminate with boats racing just off the shore of Clearwater Beach at speeds reaching up to 200 mph while vying for the national champion title.

Super Boat, which is the longest running offshore power boat racing in the United States, again hopes to bring in tourists and pump up the local economy during a crucial time for the Gulf Coast of Florida. Tourism on the Gulf Coast of Florida has been harmed by the misconception that Florida is covered in oil.

Last year, Super Boat brought an estimated 60,000-plus people to Clearwater, and made an estimated impact of $5-6 million on the local economy, without spending a penny of taxpayer’s money.

For a schedule of race events and details, visit www.clearwatersuperboat.com

About the Bright House 2010 Clearwater Super Boat National Championships:

When Super Boat International (SBI) founder and 30-year veteran, John Carbonell, wanted to produce Clearwater’s 1st Annual Super Boat National Championship and Festival two local area businessmen made it happen: Restaurateur Frank Chivas and Former Mayor of Clearwater Brian Aungst Sr.

The Bright House 2010 Clearwater Super Boat National Championships will be produced by Super Boat International and presented by Bright House Networks. To see the full list of sponsors, partners and sponsor hotels, visit www.clearwatersuperboat.com.

July 4th Fireworks And Events

Clearwater Celebrates America
Sunday, July 4
Coachman Park, 301 Drew St., Clearwater
Clearwater Celebrates America, the city’s annual Independence Day celebration will feature the Mostly Pops Orchestra, fireworks, children’s activities, a craft show, food and drink concessions. Gates open at 4 p.m.; fireworks at 9:30. No alcoholic beverages, glass containers or bottles, umbrellas, canopies, throwing objects, pets or personal fireworks allowed. The Memorial Causeway Bridge will be closed from about 9:15 to 10:15 p.m. for the fireworks. Expect traffic delays as a result and consider alternate routes.

St Pete Beach Fireworks
Sunday July 4th 9pm
Upham Beach, Gulf Boulevard and 68th Street, St. Pete Beach
City officials say the 30-minute display can be viewed from the City's beaches to the South. All of Upham Beach will close to the public at 6 p.m. Fireworks begin at dusk.

Redington Shores Fireworks
Sunday, July 4 9pm
County Park, 18120 Park Blvd., Redington Shores
Head to the beach for the Town of Redington Shores fireworks display by East Coast Pyrotechnics.

Madeira Beach Fireworks
Sunday, July 4 9pm
Madeira Beach Rec Center and Ball Fields 200 Rex Place, Madeira Beach
Launched off the recreation center ball fields and over the water, the display is viewable from either side of the Madeira Beach Causeway.

Largo Fireworks and Celebration
Sunday, July 4
Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Drive, Largo
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Largo Recreation, Parks & Arts as well as the 50th anniversary of the dance move, The Twist. To celebrate, Largo will be attempting to break the Guinness Book of World Records for the largest number of people doing The Twist at the same time. Music provided by Joey Dee and the Starliters. Participation fee includes a commemorative world-record attempt hat. Registration will take place on-site. Fireworks viewing and other activities follow at 9 p.m.

July 4th At The Pier
Sunday, July 4
800 Second Ave. NE, St. Petersburg
A full day of family activities kicks off outside with original folk/rock music by the Daniel B. Marshall Band (1-4 p.m.), Juggler Bob (4 p.m.), R&B/funk by Fast Lane in the courtyard (4:30 p.m.) and alternative/pop by Save the Radio (8-11 p.m.). Inside, you can get your face, arms or back painted (1-9 p.m.), and shows by hypnotist Eric Kand (5-6 p.m. and 7-8 p.m.). Fireworks light up the bay at 9 p.m.


Patriotic Sand Sculpture
North Straub Park, Fifth Avenue NE and Bayshore Drive, St. Petersburg
See what a team of world-renowned artists can do with a 40-ton pile of sand dumped near the Plaza of North Straub Park at this Transitions Sight ‘n Sand Family Event. Team Sandtastic begins building a patriotic-themed sand sculpture soon after the noon sand delivery on July 2 and must be finished by July 4. A smaller tabletop sand sculpture contest also begins at 8 a.m. July 3 with judging on July 4.

Safety Harbor 4th of July Parade
Sunday, July 4 10am
Main Street and Second Ave. N, Safety Harbor
Kids are invited to decorate their bicycles and wagons to join in this short parade that includes military vehicles, honor guards, firetrucks, Shriners, motorcycle groups, car clubs, the Dunedin Pipe and Drum band, walking units and floats.

Safety Harbor Fireworks
Sunday, July 4 5pm
Safety Harbor City Marina, 110 Veterans Memorial Lane, Safety Harbor
The City of Safety Harbor's annual July 4th Celebration and Fireworks Display will take place along Bayshore Boulevard, at the City Marina and on the back lawn of the Safety Harbor Resort and Spa. The event includes games and activities for all ages, food and beverages available for purchase, beer and wine available with proper ID and local bands performing on the Budweiser True Music Stage. It also features one of the larger fireworks displays in the Tampa Bay area.

Buffett Meets Sinatra Abilities Guild Benefit

The private Carlouel Yacht Club will be open to the public for a special event next week. The Abilities Guild is hosting Buffett Meets Sinatra, an evening of fine dining, music and laughter for all generations on Friday, April 9. Guests are encouraged to dress for the them, ie "tropical" or "manhattan".

The show is presented by musical stylists Dale Williams and Chuck Cobb. The event begins at 6 p.m. and includes a cash bar. Tickets are $65 a person and all charitable proceeds benefit the Abilities Guild. For reservations or more information, contact Barbara Hoskinson at 727-586-2268 or smhbhh@yahoo.com. For information on the Abilities Foundation, visit www.abilitiesfoundation.com

Beach Parking Garage Finally Approved

February 18th- Clearwater City Council unanimously approved a development agreement with L.O.M. Inc. to build a parking garage. It will be located on Coronado Drive, next to the newly opened Hyatt Regency Resort. The 300 spaces will replace the ones that were lost to the BeachWalk project. The site is currently occupied by Britt’s Laguna Grill and Surf Style, who will occupy the ground level of the new facility. Construction is expected to start by the end of September.

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa

PRESS RELEASE

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa Opens

Guests Can Experience Clearwater Beach’s Newest Luxury Resort at Special Grand Opening Rates

CLEARWATER BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa opened, bringing a new level of luxury and service to Florida’s West coast. Now through April 30, travelers who reserve a stay with offer code CBINTR will be some of the first guests to experience the resort at a special grand opening rate of 15 percent off the Hyatt Daily Rate plus a $50 daily resort credit per stay.

“Best City Beach on the Gulf of Mexico”

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa is the centerpiece of Beach Walk - a $30 million revitalization project along a half-mile active pathway with shopping, dining and entertainment. Inspired by a classic yet contemporary West Indies style, accommodations consist of 250 deluxe, one- and two-bedroom suites with full kitchens, giving guests the flexibility to prepare their own meals in a spacious atmosphere. All suites feature private balconies overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.

Amenities include the full-service, eco-friendly Sandava Spa, the 24-hour StayFit@Hyatt gym, a Camp Hyatt kids program, an activity-filled promenade, 32,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor function space, an eighth floor pool deck with 20 air-conditioned poolside cabanas and a children’s pool, and a relaxing pool and hot tub on the 16th floor Sky Terrace. Three dining options are available including, SHOR, an American seafood grill featuring a dramatic show kitchen; Swim, offering Pan-Latin fusion dishes poolside along with a selection of frozen tropical cocktails; and Skimmers lobby bar.

“Clearwater Beach is the quintessential Florida beach town, and we are ready to add luxury to the landscape just in time for high season,” said Brian Kramer, general manager. “The area has so much to offer, and Hyatt is proud to be an integral part of its transformation into one of Florida’s top vacation destinations.”

For more information, reservations, and full terms and conditions, please visit http://clearwaterbeach.hyatt.com or call 1-800-233-1234. For the latest news and information, become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/hyattclearwater or follow on Twitter @HyattClearwater.

About Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa features 250 guest suites that blend tropical elegance with a luxurious carefree experience on Florida’s West coast. Breathtaking Gulf views provide the backdrop for expansive floor plans ranging from deluxe to one- and two-bedroom beach suites. Each suite features a full kitchen and balconies or rooftop terraces. Guests can enjoy a variety of upscale amenities such as a resort swimming pool deck with 20 air-conditioned poolside cabanas and a children’s pool area, a spa pool area on the 16th floor and multiple dining options, including the resort’s signature seafood grill, SHOR. Other amenities include the eco-friendly Sandava Spa and Camp Hyatt kids club, along with 12,000 square feet of indoor and 20,000 square feet of outdoor function space for premier beachside events. http://clearwaterbeach.hyatt.com

About Clearwater Beach

Located less than 25 miles from Tampa International Airport on Florida’s Gulf Coast, Clearwater Beach is a family-friendly destination with boundless recreational and outdoor activities including fishing, golfing, hiking and more. In 2009, Clearwater Beach was named one of the top beaches for families on the East Coast. Consistently recognized for its beauty, Clearwater Beach has been named “Best City Beach on the Gulf of Mexico” by well-known travel publications. Clearwater Beach is conveniently located within driving distance of notable museums and cultural activities in St. Petersburg as well as the renowned theme parks and attractions in nearby Orlando. For more information, visit www.FloridasBeach.com.

About Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company with a proud heritage of making guests feel more than welcome. Thousands of members of the Hyatt family in 45 countries strive to make a difference in the lives of the guests they encounter every day by providing authentic hospitality. The company’s subsidiaries manage, franchise, own and develop hotels and resorts under the Hyatt®, Park Hyatt®, Andaz®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt Place® and Hyatt Summerfield Suites™ brand names and have locations under development on five continents. Hyatt Vacation Ownership, Inc., a Hyatt Hotels Corporation subsidiary, develops and operates vacation ownership properties under the Hyatt Vacation Club® brand. As of December 31, 2009, the company’s worldwide portfolio consisted of 424 properties. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.

Clearwater Beach Hyatt Opens Monday

The Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Spa opens Monday February 1st. The upscale hotel and spa has 250 suites have kitchens and private balconies overlooking the Gulf on Beach Walk.

Resort amenities include the eco-friendly spa, a 24-hour StayFit@Hyatt gym, the Camp Hyatt kids program, indoor and outdoor function space, an 8th floor pool deck with air conditioned poolside cabanas and a children’s pool, as well as a pool and hot tub on the 16th floor Sky Terrace, WiFi, and of course a Starbucks Coffee.

The resort features a private beach club open to locals, residents and guests alike (memberships from daily to year-long are available), and the Shore Restaurant seafood grill will feature an open kitchen and 220 seats. In addition to a dynamic pool surrounded by two-room suite-style cabanas (perfect for day-long parties), there will also be a private hot tub on the 16th floor available for private parties.

Also located at the Hyatt are the Aqualea Residences private luxury condos.

Motion Picture Film About Winter The Dolphin Planned

Warner Bros.-Based Alcon Entertainment and Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) announce a major motion picture on Winter the dolphin. “A Dolphin Tale” is inspired by the true story of Winter. Winter was rescued off the east coast of Florida and was not expected to survive after losing her tail. Her story of survival has become an inspiration to people all over the world.

The movie version, from Warner Bros.- based Alcon Entertainment, is about a boy who befriends Winter, who lost her tail in a crab trap. The boy motivates everyone around him to help save Winter by creating a prosthetic attachment to replace the dolphin’s tail. The marine mammal’s strong survival instincts become an inspiration to people with life challenges throughout the world.

“We are very excited to bring this inspiring true story to the big screen – like THE BLIND SIDE, it fits squarely into the type of movie Alcon enjoys to make” stated Alcon’s co-founders and co-CEO’s Andrew Kosove and Broderick Johnson.

“We are excited to see Winter’s inspiring story reach the big screen”, said CMA CEO David Yates. “Alcon Entertainment and Warner Brothers are the perfect partner for this story, and we look forward to continuing to inspire millions of people around the world. Having someone with the experience and talents of Charles Martin Smith completes the team.”

Charles Martin Smith was hired to write and direct the film. Smith has experience with material concerning animals and kids, having directed the highly successful first “Air Bud” movie in 1997. The longtime actor and director, best known for his acting role in “American Graffiti” recently directed “The Stone of Destiny.” “Winter has been so inspirational to so many people, it’s an honor to be able to bring her story to the screen,” Smith said. “I have enormous respect for Alcon Entertainment and the excellent films they make, and the people at CMA have been so helpful and supportive. It’s a pleasure to be involved.”

Alcon Entertainment is run by co-founders and co-CEO’s Andrew Kosove and Broderick Johnson who will produce the film with Alcon’s Marketing President, Richard Ingber. Alcon’s latest release, “The Blind Side,” is currently the #1 movie in the U.S. and has made more than $130 million since its release last month. The movie stars Sandra Bullock. The company’s next release is the Denzel Washington action movie “The Book of Eli.”

 

Her amazing story is told in detail in Winter’s Tail: How One Little Dolphin Learned to Swim Again, a book recently published by Scholastic, and in the film “Winter: The Dolphin that Could,” sold at www.SeeWinter.com. Winter is a dolphin that “never says never” and her story of survival inspires people all over the world. Clearwater Marine Aquarium is a working animal hospital dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of marine life.

Tony Dungy Visits Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Tony Dungy came to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) to talk with local kids and dads in the All Pro Dad program. More than 550 people came to hear Dungy talk about the importance of families spending time together. The event kicked off with dads being encouraged to get down on one knee and give their kids a big bear hug for 15 seconds. Dungy also talked about how much his daughter enjoyed CMA's educational summer camp and encouraged others to learn more about. Visit www.SeeWinter.com for more information.


Launched in 1997 with the help of Dungy, All Pro Dad is an innovative program designed to equip fathers with the moral and educational tools necessary to make them better fathers and role models, and to build character in their children and communities. All Pro Dad has 54 NFL spokesmen, regular events with NFL teams and 1,000 chapters. Visit www.AllProDad.com for more information. Tony Dungy led the Indianapolis Colts to Super Bowl victory in 2007. He was the head coach for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1991 to 2001.

Wade With Winter The Dolphin At Clearwater Marine Aquarium

The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is offering a new program to bring the public closer than ever to Winter the dolphin. "Wade with Winter" will allow visitors to interact with Winter in the water. For more information visist http://www.seewinter.com/