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Check out some of these great places to keep cool and let off steam. [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/stay-cool-and-keep-the-kids-busy-this-summer-at-these-fun-filled-splash-parks) [![LakewoodRanchKidsActivities.jpg](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/Images/LakewoodRanchKidsActivities.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/top-10-activities-for-your-kids-near-lakewood-ranch-florida) ## [Top 10 Activities for Your Kids to Enjoy on Florida's Gulf Coast](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/top-10-activities-for-your-kids-near-lakewood-ranch-florida) June 11, 2018 Summer time is upon us. Discover all of the fun things that you can do with your kids this summer. Living on the water offers more than just boating and fishing, you and your family can also enjoy these top ten area activities as well. [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/top-10-activities-for-your-kids-near-lakewood-ranch-florida) [![AdobeStock_55380732](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/Images/AdobeStock_55380732.jpeg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/top-5-leisurely-activities-near-the-islands-community) ## [Top 5 Leisurely Activities Near The Islands Community](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/top-5-leisurely-activities-near-the-islands-community) June 4, 2018 Located on the beautiful Manatee River, The Islands community offers a host of leisure activities to fill your time. From boating to biking and golfing, you’re sure to find leisurely activities to fill your time when you live at The Islands! Some of the most popular leisure activities can be found ... [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/top-5-leisurely-activities-near-the-islands-community) [![](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/dock7915.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/advantages-of-having-a-private-dock-vs.-keeping-your-boat-in-a-marina) ## [Top 7 Advantages to Having a Private Boat Dock](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/advantages-of-having-a-private-dock-vs.-keeping-your-boat-in-a-marina) June 1, 2018 If you own a boat, having a private dock has many advantages over keeping your boat in a marina. At The Islands on the Manatee River, you can add a private dock if you’d like, and enjoy the following boating advantages: [SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/advantages-of-having-a-private-dock-vs.-keeping-your-boat-in-a-marina) [![f784981de47c73b7df8c5b1b8f9b0323](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/f784981de47c73b7df8c5b1b8f9b0323.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/parks-and-preserves-to-visit-near-the-islands-community) ## [Parks and Preserves to Visit Near The Islands Community](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/parks-and-preserves-to-visit-near-the-islands-community) May 31, 2018 The Islands on the Manatee River is located near several parks where you can enjoy native wildlife, hike, kayak or canoe, or just relax. 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[SEE MORE](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/fun-day-trip-destinations-to-enjoy-in-florida) [![](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/hubfs/MeetYourNeighbors.jpg)](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/friendly-neighbors-takes-on-new-meaning-on-the-manatee-river) ## [“Friendly Neighbors” Takes on New Meaning on the Manatee River](https://blog.theislandsrealty.com/friendly-neighbors-takes-on-new-meaning-on-the-manatee-river) May 14, 2018 The Manatee River is a lush and peaceful waterway located near Sarasota and Bradenton on Florida’s west coast. In this pristine natural environment, many new homeowners are getting to know the locals up close and personal. The Manatee River is teeming with many diverse forms of wildlife and it ... 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