Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches

Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch Open Barrel Racing Practice
2025-05-14 18:30 - 22:00, 2025-05-07 18:30 - 22:00, 2025-04-30 18:30 - 22:00, 2025-04-23 18:30 - 22:00, 2025-04-16 18:30 - 22:00, 2025-04-09 18:30 - 22:00, 2025-04-02 18:30 - 22:00, 2025-03-26 18:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) and 7 more dates | Jim Black Memorial Pavilion – Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch, FL, 32064, United States
Come join us for open barrel racing practice at the Jim Black Memorial Pavilion at the Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch on Wednesdays from 6:30PM to 10:00PM.
The address for the Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch is: 1813 Cecil Webb Place Live Oak, Florida 32060
Admission is $20.00 per horse
The event will be closed from December 1, 2024 through January 7, 2025. Open Barrel Racing will re-open on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.
For more information please call (386) 842-5555.

40th Annual Michelle Wells Memorial Golf Tournament
2025-05-09 11:00 - 19:00 | Tara Golf & Country Club, 6602 Drewrys Bluff, Bradenton, FL, 34203, United States
40th Annual Michelle Wells Memorial Golf Tournament
When: Friday, May 9, 2025 – Registration starts at 11:00AM – Shotgun start at 1:00PM
Where: Tara Golf and Country Club – 6602 Drewry’s Bluff Bradenton, Florida 34203
Cost: $150 per person entry fee – This includes a goodie bag, snacks and beverages while you play and dinner to follow the tournament.
Please make checks payable to: Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches
Please send check and entry form to:
Manatee County Sheriff’s Office
Attention: Yvonne Gard
600 301 Blvd West Suite 202
Bradenton, FL 34205
Hole sponsor signs are available for $100.
Drawings for a variety of different prizes will be held during the dinner following the tournament.
To download a copy of the tournament brochure/entry form please click here.

11th Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Golf Tournament
2025-05-09 07:30 - 15:00 | Madison Green Golf Club, 2001 Crestwood Boulevard North, West Palm Beach, FL, 33411, United States
11th Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Golf Tournament
On May 9, 2025 the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office will hold the 11th Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Golf Tournament benefiting the boys and girls in our care.
Where: Madison Green Golf Club – 2001 Crestwood Boulevard North West Palm Beach, Florida 33411
When: Friday, May 9, 2025 – Registration opens at 7:30AM, Helicopter Ball Drop at 8:30AM, Shotgun start at 9:00AM
Cost: Individual Golfer – $125.00 – Golf Foursome – $500.00 – Price includes tournament entry, range balls, cart, on course snacks/drinks, gift bag, and dinner and gratuity.
Please Make Checks Payable to:
Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches 501 (c)(3)
Mail Donations or Checks to:
S/M DIANE M. SMITH
11498 Okeechobee Blvd.
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
Email: smithdiane@pbso.org
Phone: 561-904-8241
To download the tournament brochure and registration form please click here.
Sponsorships are available, if you’re interested in being a sponsor for the tournament please contact Diane Smith at smithdiane@pbso.org

37th Annual Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Golf Tournament
2025-05-03 07:30 - 15:00 | St. Lucie Trail Golf Club, 951 SW Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, FL, 34986, United States
37th Annual Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Golf Tournament
Sheriff Richard Del Toro, Jr. and the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office present the 37th Annual Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Golf Tournament to help provide for the boys and girls in our care.
Where: St. Lucie Trail Golf Club – 951 SW Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, Florida
When: May 3, 2025 – Registration opens at 7:30AM – Shotgun Start at 9:00AM
Cost: $600.00 per foursome
Sponsorships are available!
To register for the tournament or for more information about sponsorship opportunities please visit: https://form.jotform.com/243124723787158
For golf foursome related questions, please contact John Carvelli at (772) 486-0051

Rev & Rhythms CharityFest
2025-04-27 10:00 - 15:00 | Quaker Steak & Lube, 10400 49th St N, Clearwater, FL, 33762, United States
Rev & Rhythms CharityFest presented by NEWT Racing
When: Sunday, April 27, 2025 – 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Where: Quaker Steak & Lube – 10400 49th St N Clearwater, Florida 33762
Cost: $20 Registration – Cash Only at the Gate
All Vehicles Are Welcome!
Featuring performance by John Hindman & The Mustang Mafia
Vendors will be onsite, along with 50/50 and prize drawings!
Benefitting the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches and Racing for Orphans

Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Clay Shoot
2025-04-25 | Element Training Complex, 4418 Cooper Lane, Holt, FL, 32564, United States
Join Okaloosa County Sheriff Eric Aden and the OCSO Sheriff’s Star Charity on Friday, April 25, 2025, for a thrilling day of marksmanship and fun at the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Clay Shoot Fundraiser at the The Oaks Sporting Clay Range at the Element Training Complex, located at 4418 Cooper Lane, Holt, Florida.
The proceeds from this event will be donated to the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches.
To register for this event or to find out more information please visit: https://ocsostarcharity.com/clay-shoot
Sponsorship opportunities are still available!
For questions or more information about the event, please contact:
OCSO Sheriff’s Star Charity at:
Phone:(850) 651-7410
Email: charity@sheriff-okaloosa.org

Fore A Brighter Future: Top Golf Charity Event
2025-04-12 10:00 - 13:00 | TopGolf Tampa, 10690 Palm River Rd, Tampa, FL, 33619, United States
Fore a Brighter Future: Top Golf Charity Event by the Krewe of Shamrock Benefiting the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches
Join us for a great day at the driving range of socializing and supporting a great cause at the Fore a Brighter Future charity golf event, hosted by the spirited Krewe of Shamrock! We’re excited to announce this special occasion benefiting the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches. Grab your golf clubs or use clubs provided and get ready to tee off for a meaningful and memorable day at TOPGOLF Tampa.
When: April 12, 2025 – 10:00AM to 1:00 PM
Where: TOPGOLF Tampa – 10690 Palm River Rd Tampa, FL 33619
Cost:
$50.00 Individual Entry – Includes 2 hours of golf, breakfast, non-alcoholic beverages, lifetime membership to TopGolf, hole-in-one contest opportunity all for the ticket price. Up to a 3-person golf team.
$500.00 Reserved Bay (Team Registration) – Includes 2 hours of golf, breakfast, non-alcoholic beverages, lifetime membership to TopGolf, hole-in-one contest opportunity – plus six mulligans – name on Signature Room TVs – Team Name on the Golf Bay. Up to 6 golfers per Team.
Event Highlights:
TOPGOLF Tournament: Tee off at the state-of-the-art TOPGOLF facility as you and your team up to 6 players play TOPSCRAMBLE. Where players of all skill levels can enjoy friendly competition and games that are sure to challenge and entertain.
Delicious Cuisine: Savor a delectable array of food and beverages while you mingle with fellow participants, supporters, and the passionate members of the Krewe of Shamrock.
50/50 Drawing: with all proceeds going directly to the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches.
Awards and Prizes: Show off your golfing skills and compete for trophies in various categories. Your ticket will include 1 ticket for the Hole-in- One competition for a chance to take home $10,000, all while making a positive impact on our community.
Registration:
Secure your spot at this heartwarming event by registering online at https://www.kreweofshamrock.com/
Early registration is encouraged, as spots are limited.
Join Us:
Come be a part of something special – a day of golf, camaraderie, and philanthropy. Let’s unite for a brighter future for the children of our community.
For sponsorship opportunities, event inquires, or to learn more about the Krewe of Shamrock, please contact Patrick Pustay at ppustay1@gmail.com or Anna Peterson at shamrock802@yahoo.com.
To download a copy of the sponsorship brochure please click here.
Sponsorship opportunities are also available online at https://www.kreweofshamrock.com
Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of those who need it most. See you at TOPGOLF Tampa!

3rd Annual First Responder Dive Team Challenge
2025-04-04 - 2025-04-05 | Babcock Ranch Founders Square, 42850 Crescent Loop, Punta Gorda, FL, 33982, United States
On April 4 and 5, 2025, Sheriff Bill Prummell and the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is hosting the 3rd Annual First Responder Dive Team Challenge.
The event will be held at Babcock Ranch Founders Square located at 42850 Crescent Loop Punta Gorda, Florida 33982
Public spectators are welcome and the cost is free. Come out and watch first responder teams from Sheriff’s Offices, Police Departments, and Fire Departments compete to see who has the best dive team!
The event will start at 8:00AM on both days.
Team Cost is $250.00 per team which will include an event shirt for each member. There is a 25 team limit.
Please checks payable to: Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office – Must include on memo line of check – “First Responder Dive Team Challenge”
Please contact Lt. Brent Hertenlehner with any questions at bhertenlehner@ccsofl.net or (941) 628-5785.

Picnic in the Pines at Caruth Camp
2025-03-15 11:00 - 14:00 | Florida Sheriffs Caruth Camp, 14770 SE US Hwy 19, Inglis, FL, 34449, United States
On Saturday, March 15, 2025, the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Caruth Camp will hold their Picnic in the Pines Open House from 11:00AM to 2:00PM. Please join us for a complimentary barbecue lunch from 12:00PM to 1:00PM. Guided tours of the camp will also be offered.
The Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Caruth Camp is located at 14770 SE US Hwy 19 in Inglis, Florida.
Dress is casual and comfortable shoes are encouraged. Please RSVP to Sara Hamilton at (352) 447-2259 so we can prepare appropriately for our guests.

Southeast Little Britches Rodeo Association Rodeo #11-12 - March 15-16, 2025
2025-03-15 - 2025-03-16 | Jim Black Memorial Pavilion – Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch, FL, 32064, United States
Entries close – 3/3/25
Sat 9am and Sun 9:30am
Format C
Entry Fees – Timed events $20, All other events $15
Stock Fees – Goats & Cattle $15, Rough Stock $35
NLBRA Fee $10
Office Fee $11
Trail Course and Rough stock will be ran back-to-back on Saturday morning.
Arena is covered. No stalls. There are RV hookups first come-first get. Please do not use any livestock catch pens or covered areas. There is a bathroom/bath house with showers. No parking or driving or any animals allowed inside of the white fence around the arena. No electric/motorized vehicles i.e. Segways, Electric bikes, scooters on the grounds due to safety and insurance. Gates open at 3:00 p.m. for arrival on Friday.
Visit https://www.selbra.net/ for more information about this event.
Contact:
Shelly Head – (386) 208-4777
southeastlbra23@gmail.com

East Coast Youth Rodeo Association Rodeo - March 8-9, 2025
2025-03-08 - 2025-03-09 | Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch – Jim Black Pavilion, 1813 Cecil Webb Place, Live Oak, FL, 32060, United States
Event Information:
Contestants may be 19 and younger
We start at 10:00AM on Saturday’s and 9:00AM on Sundays
All events are ran both days. (except HS Bull Riding, it will be at the beginning and the end of Saturday’s performances)
Each weekend consists of 2 rodeos
Rodeo Event Fees:
Pee Wee Division (ages 4 and under): $10 per event
Mutton Bustin (ages 7 and under / 65 lbs): $20 per event
Junior (ages 5-9), Senior (ages 10-13) and High School (ages 14-19) Division: $25 per event
High School Bulls (ages 14-19): $35
For more info call (904) 845-7353 or visit https://www.ecyra.com

Open House at Youth Ranch Safety Harbor
2025-03-01 11:00 - 14:00 | Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch in Safety Harbor, 3180 Enterprise Rd E, Safety Harbor, FL, 34695, United States
The Open House at the Youth Ranch Safety Harbor campus will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Come and visit the Safety Harbor campus from 11:00AM to 2:00PM. Have a provided barbecue lunch and take a guided tour of our campus and cottages led by our boys and girls. Enjoy live music from local artists! Experience exciting displays from local law enforcement! This is a great opportunity for you to meet the boys and girls in our care and learn about their lives at the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch.
The Youth Ranch Safety Harbor campus is located at 3180 Enterprise Road E in Safety Harbor, Florida.
Dress is casual and comfortable shoes are encouraged. Please RSVP to Sherry at (727) 725-4761.

USTRC Florida Championships Super Qualifier
2025-03-01 - 2025-03-02 | Jim Black Memorial Pavilion – Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch, FL, 32064, United States
March 1-2, 2025 at the Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch Jim Black Memorial Pavilion
For information about this event please visit: https://www.ustrc.com/us/schedule.aspx

Indian River County Sheriff's Office 31st Annual Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Fundraiser Barbecue
2025-02-26 14:00 - 19:00 | Indian River County Sheriff’s Office Complex, 4055 41st Avenue, Vero Beach, FL, 32960, United States
On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, the Sheriff’s Office complex at 4055 41st Avenue, Vero Beach, Florida will be the site for the Indian River County Sheriffs Office 31st Annual Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Fundraiser Barbecue.
Pork or chicken dinners (hot dogs for the children) will be served from 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Adults and children – $7.00; children under 5 are free.
In addition to great food and entertainment, there will be static displays, as well as K-9, SWAT demonstrations and more.
“Rain or Shine”
***Static Displays and Tours will begin at 2:00 p.m. ***
For more information or if you would like information about placing an ad in the program booklet please call (772) 978-6317.

2025 First Responders Hookin' Specks for the Ranches Fishing Tournament
2025-02-15 05:30 - 17:30 | Scott Driver Boat Ramp Facility Okeechobee, 10101 SR 78 West, Okeechobee, FL, 34974, United States
Sheriff Noel Stephen of the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office and Sheriff David Hardin of the Glades County Sheriff’s Office are proud to announce the First Responders Hookin’ Specks for the Ranches Fishing Tournament. All proceeds support the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches.
First Responders Hookin’ Specks for the Ranches is a fishing tournament involving First Responders, either active or retired Firefighters, Paramedics, EMTs, Law Enforcement, Dispatchers, Detention Deputies, Doctors, Nurses, and active duty, retired, and honorably discharged Military members. Auxiliary/Reserve/Volunteers of the previous professions are also allowed. Proof of active or retired identification will be required during check-in. There will be a Captain’s meeting on Friday, February 14, 2025, and the fishing tournament will be on Saturday, February 15, 2025.
Captain’s Meeting, boat launch, weigh-in, and awards ceremony are conducted at the Scott Driver Pavilion. Boats will launch at safe light, according to boat number, lines in at 7AM (Start Fishing) and lines out (Stop Fishing) at 3 PM. Weigh-in opens at 3 PM, and all boats must be checked in at the pavilion by 4 PM. Food and awards ceremony starts at 4:30 PM.
Cost is $175.00 per boat, Big Fish Entry is $25.00, Total of $200
If paying early by check, make checks payable to Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office. Payment at Captain’s Meeting is CASH ONLY.
You can register online at: https://www.okeesheriff.org/hookinspecks
Sponsorship opportunities are available and welcome.
Please make checks payable to
Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office
Attn: Samantha Shaw
504 NW 4th Street, Okeechobee FL 34972
(863) 763-3117
If you have any questions please contact:
Okeechobee County- Shannon Peterson 863-634-7616-Cell, speterson@okeesheriff.com
Glades County- Gary Johnson 863-843-5341-Cell, gjohnson@gladessheriff.org

Southeast Little Britches Rodeo Association Rodeo #9-10 - February 15-16, 2025
2025-02-15 - 2025-02-16 | Jim Black Memorial Pavilion – Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch, FL, 32064, United States
Entries close – 2/3/25
Sat 9:00am and Sun 9:30am
Format C
Entry Fees – Timed events $20, All other events $15
Stock Fees – Goats & Cattle $15, Rough Stock $35
NLBRA Fee $10
Office Fee $11
Trail Course and Rough stock will be ran back-to-back on Saturday morning.
Arena is covered. No stalls. There are RV hookups first come-first get. Please do not use any livestock catch pens or covered areas. There is a bathroom/bath house with showers. No parking or driving or any animals allowed inside of the white fence around the arena. No electric/motorized vehicles i.e. Segways, Electric bikes, scooters on the grounds due to safety and insurance. Gates open at 3:00 p.m. for arrival on Friday.
Visit https://www.selbra.net/ for more information about this event.
Contact:
Shelly Head – (386) 208-4777
southeastlbra23@gmail.com
