Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch Open Barrel Racing Practice
2026-05-27 18:30 - 22:00, 2026-06-03 18:30 - 22:00, 2026-06-10 18:30 - 22:00, 2026-06-17 18:30 - 22:00, 2026-06-24 18:30 - 22:00, 2026-07-01 18:30 - 22:00, 2026-07-08 18:30 - 22:00, 2026-07-15 18:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) and 18 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.

5th Annual Fishing with Flowers Inshore Fishing Tournament
2026-06-27 06:00 - 15:00 | Riverside Cafe, 3341 Bridge Plaza Drive, Vero Beach, FL, 32963, United States
5th Annual Fishing with Flowers Inshore Fishing Tournament
Date: June 27, 2026 – Lines in the water at 6:00AM
Location: Riverside Cafe – 3341 Bridge Plaza Drive, Vero Beach, Florida
Cost: $175.00 per Boat (covers two anglers, each additional angler is $50.00)
Captains Meeting will be held on June 26, 2026 from 7:00PM to 10:00PM at the Riverside Cafe.
Interested parties can register and pay online at: https://www.ircsheriff.org/fishing-with-flowers
Tournament Species:

Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Trout
Jack

Payouts:

Snapper – 1st – $500, 2nd – $250, 3rd – $100
Snook – 1st – $500, 2nd – $250, 3rd – $100
Trout – 1st – $500, 2nd – $250, 3rd – $100
Jack – $100 for largest
Junior Angler – $100 for the largest mangrove snapper or jack
Lady Angler – $250 for largest mangrove snapper or jack
New to payout: Calcutta ‐ Largest total length of snapper, snook, and trout. To enter into Calcutta, there is a $100.00 entry fee per person. Payout: 50% to angler / 50% to Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches

Rules:

ANY SUBMISSIONS WITHOUT A MEDALLION IN THE PICTURE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
All fish will be a catch, photo (measure), and release.
All fishing and angling methods must comply with the current Federal, State and U.S.C.G. safety and fishing Regulations.
All anglers must be paid and registered up to the Captains Meeting, June 60th, 2026 no later than 9:00 pm. No refund of entry fees.
Tournament weigh in will start at 12:00 pm, June 27, 2026. Last boat to come in for weigh in will be determined at Captains Meeting on June 26th (subject to change).
In the event of a tie, the team that checked in first with the Tournament Check In officials wins.
All details will be covered in the Captains Meeting which is mandatory.
All Captains must attend the Captain’s Meeting at Riverside Cafe, 3341 Bridge Plaza Drive, Vero Beach, Florida.
Each angler will need to sign a waiver prior to the fishing tournament.

Cartin' Tarpon Poker Run 2026
2026-09-12 15:00 - 22:00 | Brighter Days Brewing Company, 311 North Safford Avenue, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689, United States
Cartin’ Tarpon Poker Run 2026
When: Saturday, September 12, 2026 – 3:00PM to 10:00PM
Where: Check In at Brighter Days Brewing Company located at 311 North Safford Avenue Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

Get excited for round THREE of the Cartin’ Tarpon Poker Run! Bikes, scooters, motorcycles, cars, run, walk, golf carts, ALL ARE WELCOME!!

Cartin’ Tarpon Charity Poker Run – September 12th, 2026 – BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Limited-Time Offer: Sign up before August 1st and get BOGO!
Roll, ride, walk, or cruise — however you want to get there and in between, everyone’s welcome at the Cartin’ Tarpon Charity Poker Run! This fun, community-driven event takes you on a lively tour of Tarpon Springs while raising money for a cause that changes lives.
This year, all proceeds benefit the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches – Safety Harbor Campus, helping provide safe, supportive, and life-changing programs for local youth in need.
Don’t forget: Sign up before August 1st to take advantage of the BOGO!

For more information please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cartin-tarpon-poker-run-2026-registration-1980886160831?fbclid=IwY2xjawSP9_hleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJGeG9zMk9SaUk5RnhYaUxBc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHibtooE-1YGNH4vWN4cbPQEtWAJR9jUzjRjK4ORiLK4hqSNWEmGtcvebYsXj_aem_izCCd3YAFlaRTNnY6hds7Q

48th Annual BOPC Car Show & Swap Meet
2026-10-24 09:30 - 14:30 | Downtown City Park, 119 W Park St, Auburndale, FL, 33823, United States
The Olds Club of Florida will be holding their Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Cadillac Car Show and Swap Meet on Saturday, October 24, 2026 to benefit the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches.
The cost to enter a vehicle is $30.00. The event is free for spectators.
• Door Prizes
• Charity Auction (cash only)
• 50/50 (cash only)
• Participant Judging
• Music by Tom’s Traveling Tunes
• Molo’s Miami Grill Food Truck on site
• NO TENTS
For more information or if you have questions about the event please contact:
Pat Whissel at patwhissel@gmail.com or (727) 744-5689
Kerri Berman at bopcfl72@gmail.com or (407) 948-8571

Sheriff Chad Chronister's Ultimate Run 2026
2026-11-21 07:00 - 11:00 | FL
Start Your Engines for a Cause! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️
5K & 10K Charity Run at The Motor Enclave
Join Sheriff Chad Chronister and the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office for a unique and exhilarating experience as we host a 5K and 10K run on the high-performance track at The Motor Enclave! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to walk or jog for a good cause, this event is for everyone.
📍 Location: The Motor Enclave – 6500 Motor Enclave Way Tampa, FL 33610
📅 Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
🕗 Start Time: 0700- 10K, 0730- 5K, and 0830- 1 Mile Walk
🎽 Includes: Custom event shirt, race bib, finisher medal, post-run refreshments, and access to the track facility!
All proceeds benefit HCSO Charities, Inc.
🏆 Awards for top finishers in multiple age groups!
👟 Runners, joggers, and walkers welcome!
👉 Register by October 3, 2026 for guarantee shirt size
You can register online at https://hcsocharities.com/home
