BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Nathan Benderson Park - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Nathan Benderson Park REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260425T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260426T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250505T202716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T161229Z UID:2030002223-1777104000-1777222800@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Florida Scholastic Rowing Assn. Sweeps Championships DESCRIPTION:Florida Scholastic Rowing Assn. Championships: April 25-26 \nWatch thousands of youth compete on the water at the Sweeps Championship.  Catch the free livestream all weekend on RHSTV at www.rhstv.com or download the app. \nFor the most up-to-date information during the event\, visit www.nathanbendersonpark.org/event-information or scan the QR code posted around the park. \n  URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/florida-scholastic-rowing-assn-sweeps-championships-2026/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/FSRA-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260424T070000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260424T120000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250804T155620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T170444Z UID:2030003211-1777014000-1777032000@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Sunshine State Conference Rowing Championships (NCAA Div. II women) DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Sunshine State Conference Women’s Rowing Championship will be hosted by Rollins at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota on Friday\, April 24th. This year marks the 13th consecutive SSC Rowing championship at Nathan Benderson Park. \nNCAA Postseason: The NCAA Regatta will be held at Lake Lanier Olympic Park in Gainesville\, Georgia from May 29th to May 30th. Qualifiers for the regatta will be announced by the NCAA on Monday\, May 18th. \n2024-25 SSC Champion: Embry-Riddle\n2024-25 SSC V8 Champion: Embry-Riddle\n2024-25 SSC V4 Champion: Embry-Riddle \n2024-25 NCAA Regatta: Embry-Riddle (National Champions) \n2025 Women’s Rowing Championship URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/sunshine-state-conference-rowing-championships-ncaa-div-ii-women-2026/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Sunshine_State_Conference_logo-e1710261424860.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260411T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260412T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250505T202859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T202956Z UID:2030002224-1775894400-1776013200@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Florida Scholastic Rowing Assn. Sculling Championships DESCRIPTION:Florida Scholastic Rowing Assn. Sculling: April 11-12. Watch as thousands of youth compete in the sculling championships. \nFor specific details and the most up to date info during the event\, please visit: www.nathanbendersonpark.org/event-information or scan the QR code posted around the park. \nCan’t make it to Nathan Benderson Park? No Problem! Watch FSRA Sculling Championships LIVE STREAM on RHStv at www.rhstv.com \nAvailable to download FREE on Roku\, Amazon Fire\, AppleTV\, Samsung\, LG\, mobile devices and www.rhstv.com. \nImmerse yourself in the action with our LIVE CHAT available during the event; accessible on mobile devices for you to cheer on YOUR team and send shoutouts! 📣 \nAfter our live broadcast ends\, the event will be available Video on Demand. Watch anywhere\, any time! \nFollow @watchrhstv and share your favorite highlights with us! #FSRASarasota URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/florida-scholastic-rowing-assn-sculling-championships-2026/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/FSRA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20260113T165822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T210739Z UID:2030004552-1774627200-1774638000@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:2026 Sarasota 2K - Exclusive Alumni Watch Party DESCRIPTION:Sarasota 2K – Alumni Watch Party for Championship Mens & Womens Schools Alumni\nOnly at Nathan Benderson Park! \nDuring the third year of the Sarasota 2K Regatta at NBP\, the schools of Brown\, Harvard\, Northeastern\, Stanford\, Washington & Yale Alumni will come together for an exclusive Watch Party!  Friday\, March 27\, 4:00-7:00 PM.  Alumni from Cornell\, Dartmouth\, UPenn & Princeton are also invited to attend! \nTickets: $20 includes complimentary food\, two drink tickets and prime race viewing with indoor and outdoor access \nAlumni –  Purchase your tickets now! See ticketing form below \nPlease note that handicapped parking is available. Event will take place on the second floor of the Benderson Family Finish Tower\, accessible by elevator. Should you have any questions or need special accommodations due to handicapped/health needs\, please indicate on the form below or reach out to NBP’s administrative offices at info@NathanBendersonPark.org\, prior to the event. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Loading... URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/2026-alumni-2k/ LOCATION:Finish Tower CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/3.28.25-Alumni-watch-party-e1768341935894.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260327 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260329 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20260127T195344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T135042Z UID:2030004561-1774569600-1774742399@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:2026 Sarasota 2K - Sun\, Rowing & Rivalry DESCRIPTION:  \nPresented by WinTech and King Racing\, the finest championship Mens and Womens schools\, NCAA Division I Women and Florida rowing schools come together in a spectacular 2K Sprint event.  Formerly known as the IRA Sarasota Invitational\, this year hundreds of athletes will participate in fierce competition on the lake.  Don’t miss the excitement of the ivy league races Friday afternoon when athletes from Harvard\, Yale\, Washington\, Stanford\, Brown\, Northeastern and many more schools will battle in 2 epic races for the chance to win the Benderson Cups. Sponsorship opportunities available! \nThank you to our Silver Sponsor\, PopStroke.\nPractice begins on Thurs\, March 26. Races will take place on March 27 and March 28. Bulletin #1 is now available and includes the schedule! Click below for full details. \nSPECIAL EVENTS:\n\nThursday\, March 26 at 6:30-7:30pm: Kickoff Party for Coaches\, Support Staff & Alumni at PopStroke\, 195 University Town Center Dr\, Sarasota\, FL 34243. FREE!  Click here to RSVP.\n\n  \n\nFriday\, March 27\, 4-7pm: Exclusive Watch Party for championship Mens & Womens alumni in the Benderson Family Finish Tower – Registration now open!  Click here or below to purchase  your tickets!\n\nLink to livestream of Races –  Or download the app – RHS TV\n \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTERBULLETIN #1\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Team Tent RentalBe A Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Watch Party URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/sarasota-2k-2026/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SRQ-2K-logo-3-e1740004980139.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T193000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20260228T204334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T135345Z UID:2030004562-1774549800-1774553400@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Sarasota 2k - Coaches\, Support Staff & Alumni Kickoff Party at PopStroke (Invite only) DESCRIPTION:Coaches\, Support Staff & Alumni Kickoff Party (Invite Only)\nPlease join us at this complimentary event to kickoff this year’s Sarasota 2K at PopStroke\, 195 University Town Center Dr\, Sarasota\, FL 34243! Includes food & two drinks per person. Indoor/outdoor event space and bar\, with foosball\, cornhole and more. \nThursday\, March 27\, 6:30pm  (Practice concludes at 6pm)\nPopStroke is a technology-infused\, premium mini-golf and dining experience\, co-owned and designed by Tiger Woods (TGR Design). It features two 18-hole synthetic turf putting courses—ranging from family-friendly to challenging—along with a full-service restaurant\, games\, and bars. \nEvent is FREE! Please RSVP below so we can have an accurate count of attendees. Questions? Email Info@nathanbendersonpark.org or call 941-358-7275. \n \n \n \n \n \n Loading... URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/sarasota-2k-kickoff/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/popstroke-social-share-1200x630-1-e1772484890118.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250505T203302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T203335Z UID:2030002226-1772179200-1772384400@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Sarasota Invitational Regatta DESCRIPTION:Host club for this annual regatta is the Sarasota County Rowing Club. \nClick here to view the Event Bulletin \nExperience the excitement of sprint racing on one of the best rowing venues in the country! The annual Sarasota Invitational Regatta (SIR)\, held in February\, features three days of youth and masters rowing at Nathan Benderson Park – the site of the 2018 Masters World Rowing and the 2017 World Rowing Championships. \nIn it’s inaugural year\, SIR had a little over 300 boat entries and 600 competitors. Just ten years later\, there were almost 800 boat entries and over 1\,500 individual competitors and the numbers are growing! SCRC is proud to host the Sarasota Invitational Regatta and greatly appreciates the more than 200 volunteers\, numerous sponsors and over 1500 participants who help make this event possible. URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/sarasota-invitational-regatta-2026/ LOCATION:Nathan Benderson Park\, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34235 CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/sarasota-invitational-e1724952540540.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250721T191627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T003005Z UID:2030003201-1771056000-1771174800@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:American Youth Cup I Regatta DESCRIPTION:FOR HEATS\, LIVESTREAMING\, MAPS & MORE ON EVENT DAYS\, CLICK HERE \nThe first of four AYC regattas\, this series is a not-for-profit series of regattas leading up to the USRowing Southeast Youth Championships. The series works to give back to the athletes\, giving crews opportunities to experience competitive\, 2000-meter racing throughout the spring\, ultimately preparing them to excel at the USRowing Youth National Championships in June at NBP. \nClick here to read bulletin #1 \nCompeting well consistently at the AYC regattas not only helps crews prepare to qualify for the Youth National Championships\, but has the added bonus of a possible financial stipend towards their trip to the championships. At the end of the series\, the team with the most points for an event is declared the AYC series winner for that event. A team will earn a monetary travel stipend towards their trip to the USRowing Youth National Championships should they be declared the winner of an event\, and qualify for Youth Nationals in that event. URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/american-youth-cup-i-regatta-2026-2/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/ayc-1-e1753125372320.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250721T181104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T181104Z UID:2030003197-1765008000-1765040400@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Plant High Winter Sprints DESCRIPTION:The Plant High Winter Sprints is a youth rowing regatta held annually. It’s a one-day sprint race\, with high school rowers competing in various boat classes on a 1500-meter course. The event attracts teams from across the region \nMore details coming soon URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/plant-high-winter-sprints-2025/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/plant-high-e1718759472930.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251010 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251013 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20221031T203521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T182910Z UID:2030001074-1760054400-1760313599@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Benderson Chase + Oktoberfest: A Day of Oars & Pours DESCRIPTION:Benderson Chase & Oktoberfest\nThis rowing extravaganza is one of the largest fall rowing regattas in the state\, attracting hundreds of spectators and bringing together over 1\,100 athletes to battle for gold and glory! \nWe are pleased to partner with Sarasota Crew on this event. Races will be offered in under-15\, under-17\, under-19\, under-23\, Open\, and Masters (A-K)\, all in sweeping and sculling. Athletes ages 13-75 will be participating in 97 race events.  Benderson Chase races will take place: \n\nOctober 10:    9:15am – 3:30pm\nOctober 11:    8:30am – 1:45pm\n\nCalling all thrill-seekers\, family fun enthusiasts\, and food aficionados! Get ready to immerse yourself in the heart-pounding excitement of the Benderson Chase\, Florida’s largest and most electrifying regatta. \nSaturday\, October 10 –  Oktoberfest: A Day of Oars & Pours\nCome one\, come all for a BREW-tiful fall day at Nathan Benderson Park. Catch the action of the Benderson Chase\, a rowing and paddling extravaganza around Regatta Island while enjoying cold beer\, food\, games\, live music & more! \nAs the athletes battle for glory on the water\, Regatta Island will transform into a vibrant hub of festivities\, where you can indulge in a delightful array of culinary delights\, explore our bustling vendor village\, and engage in a variety of games\, music and activities that will keep the whole family entertained. \nBring family and friends out to kick off the fall season at the first Sarasota Oktoberfest\, presented by Nathan Benderson Park & Sarasota Crew.  Advanced parking passes are NOT required. Pay upon arrival. This is a family-friendly event. \nWhether you’re cheering on the rowing champions or simply soaking up the vibrant atmosphere\, the Benderson Chase promises an unforgettable day of excitement\, adventure\, and family fun. So\, mark your calendars and prepare to be captivated by the thrill of the chase! \nRegistration opens soon on Regatta Central! \nInterested in hosting a Vendor Village booth? Click here to apply! \n \n Register\n \n Volunteer\n \n Book Your Hotel URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/benderson-chase/ LOCATION:Regatta Island\, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34235\, United States CATEGORIES:Recurring Events,Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Insta-Benderson-chase-Oktoberfest-e1775500062332.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250224T170457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T181638Z UID:2030002202-1747555200-1747587600@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:2025 Big 12 Rowing Championship DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Big 12 Rowing Championship is coming to Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota\, Florida on May 18. Tulsa and Old Dominion will join UCF\, Kansas\, Kansas State and West Virginia to compete in the Big 12 championship in 2025. \nFor day of event information with practice times\, course maps and heats\, please visit: https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event-information  URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/2024-big-12-rowing-championship-2025/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/big12_championship_logo_generic-e1714489330172.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250426T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250427T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250122T180749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T160930Z UID:2030002185-1745654400-1745773200@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Florida Scholastic Rowing Assn. Sweeps Championships DESCRIPTION:Florida Scholastic Rowing Assn. Championships: April 26-27 \nWatch thousands of youth compete on the water at the Sweeps Championship.  Catch the free livestream all weekend on RHSTV at www.rhstv.com or download the app. \nFor the most up-to-date information during the event\, visit www.nathanbendersonpark.org/event-information or scan the QR code posted around the park. \n  URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/fsra-sweeps-2025/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/FSRA-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250425 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250426 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250224T164626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T164646Z UID:2030002200-1745539200-1745625599@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Sunshine State Conference Rowing Championships (NCAA Div. II women) DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Sunshine State Conference Women’s Rowing Championship will be hosted by Embry-Riddle at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota on Friday\, April 25th. This year marks the 12th consecutive SSC Rowing championship at Nathan Benderson Park. \nNCAA Postseason: The NCAA Regatta will be held at Lake Mercer in West Windsor\, New Jersey from May 30th to May 31st. Qualifiers for the regatta will be announced by the NCAA on Monday\, May 19th. \n2023-24 SSC Champion: Embry-Riddle\n2023-24 SSC V8 Champion: Embry-Riddle\n2023-24 SSC V4 Champion: Tampa URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/sunshine-state-conference-rowing-championships-ncaa-div-ii-women-2025/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Sunshine_State_Conference_logo-e1710261424860.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250224T164204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T164311Z UID:2030002199-1744963200-1745082000@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:B1G Ten Women's Rowing Invitational Regatta DESCRIPTION:Join us to cheer for B1G 10 and collegiate rowers as they race along our world-class course. \nBig Ten Invites: \nBig Ten \n1. Washington\n2. Michigan\n3. Ohio State\n4. Rutgers\n5. Indiana\n6. USC\n7. UCLA\n8. Minnesota\n9. Wisconsin\n10. Michigan State\n11. Iowa \nGuest \n1. Tennessee\n2. Brown\n3. Penn\n4. Duke\n5. Oregon State\n6. Alabama\n7. Notre Dame\n8. Harvard/Radcliffe\n9. Miami\n10. SMU\n11. Oklahoma\n12. Clemson \n  URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/b1g-ten-womens-rowing-invitational-regatta-2025/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/big-10-e1705702508150.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250412T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250413T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250122T180025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T161204Z UID:2030002183-1744444800-1744563600@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Florida Scholastic Rowing Assn. Sculling Championships DESCRIPTION:  \nFlorida Scholastic Rowing Assn. Sculling: April 12-13. Watch as thousands of youth compete in the sculling championships. \nFor specific details and the most up to date info during the event\, please visit: www.nathanbendersonpark.org/event-information or scan the QR code posted around the park. \nCan’t make it to Nathan Benderson Park? No Problem! Watch FSRA Sculling Championships LIVE STREAM on RHStv at www.rhstv.com \nAvailable to download FREE on Roku\, Amazon Fire\, AppleTV\, Samsung\, LG\, mobile devices and www.rhstv.com. \nImmerse yourself in the action with our LIVE CHAT available during the event; accessible on mobile devices for you to cheer on YOUR team and send shoutouts! 📣 \nAfter our live broadcast ends\, the event will be available Video on Demand. Watch anywhere\, any time! \nFollow @watchrhstv and share your favorite highlights with us! #FSRASarasota URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/fsra-sculling-2025/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/FSRA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250304T224441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T132743Z UID:2030002211-1743177600-1743188400@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Sarasota 2K - Alumni Watch Party DESCRIPTION:Only at Nathan Benderson Park! \nBrown\, Harvard\, Northeastern\, Washington & Yale Alumni will come together for an exclusive Watch Party!  Friday\, March 28\, 4:00-7:00 PM \nTickets: $20 includes appetizers\, BBQ dinner\, two drink tickets and prime race viewing with indoor and outdoor access \nAlumni – Ticket sales closing soon! Purchase your tickets now. \nPlease note that handicapped parking is available. Event will take place on the second floor of the Benderson Family Finish Tower\, accessible by elevator. Should you have any questions or need special accommodations due to handicapped/health needs\, please reach out to NBP’s administrative offices at info@NathanBendersonPark.org\, prior to the event. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PURCHASE TICKETS URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/alumni-2k/ LOCATION:Finish Tower CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/3.28.25-Alumni-watch-party-e1741128662349.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250328T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250330T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20231107T013024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T143556Z UID:2030001020-1743148800-1743354000@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Florida Intercollegiate Rowing Assn. Championships/Sunshine State Invitational (FIRA) DESCRIPTION:Florida Intercollegiate Rowing Assn. Championships/Sunshine State Invitational: March 28-30. More info coming soon! URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/florida-intercollegiate-rowing-assn-championships-sunshine-state-invitational-3/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/FIRA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T083000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250224T172423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T172523Z UID:2030002208-1742452200-1742459400@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:March Learn to Row Classes with Sarasota Crew DESCRIPTION:Learn to Row Morning Classes at Nathan Benderson Park  \n\nAlready tried our Learn to Row Sunday Class? Want to keep rowing? Try our two-week morning Learn to Row sessions with an experienced master’s rowing coach\n\nTuesday and Thursday mornings for two weeks – $250 Total \n6:30 am to 8:30 am \n\nTuesday 03/11\nThursday 03/13\nTuesday 03/18\nThursday 03/20 URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/march-learn-to-row-classes-with-sarasota-crew/2025-03-20/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/sarasota-crew.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T083000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250224T172423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T172523Z UID:2030002207-1742279400-1742286600@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:March Learn to Row Classes with Sarasota Crew DESCRIPTION:Learn to Row Morning Classes at Nathan Benderson Park  \n\nAlready tried our Learn to Row Sunday Class? Want to keep rowing? Try our two-week morning Learn to Row sessions with an experienced master’s rowing coach\n\nTuesday and Thursday mornings for two weeks – $250 Total \n6:30 am to 8:30 am \n\nTuesday 03/11\nThursday 03/13\nTuesday 03/18\nThursday 03/20 URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/march-learn-to-row-classes-with-sarasota-crew/2025-03-18/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/sarasota-crew.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T083000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250224T172423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T172523Z UID:2030002206-1741847400-1741854600@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:March Learn to Row Classes with Sarasota Crew DESCRIPTION:Learn to Row Morning Classes at Nathan Benderson Park  \n\nAlready tried our Learn to Row Sunday Class? Want to keep rowing? Try our two-week morning Learn to Row sessions with an experienced master’s rowing coach\n\nTuesday and Thursday mornings for two weeks – $250 Total \n6:30 am to 8:30 am \n\nTuesday 03/11\nThursday 03/13\nTuesday 03/18\nThursday 03/20 URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/march-learn-to-row-classes-with-sarasota-crew/2025-03-13/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/sarasota-crew.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T083000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194937 CREATED:20250224T172423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T172523Z UID:2030002205-1741674600-1741681800@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:March Learn to Row Classes with Sarasota Crew DESCRIPTION:Learn to Row Morning Classes at Nathan Benderson Park  \n\nAlready tried our Learn to Row Sunday Class? Want to keep rowing? Try our two-week morning Learn to Row sessions with an experienced master’s rowing coach\n\nTuesday and Thursday mornings for two weeks – $250 Total \n6:30 am to 8:30 am \n\nTuesday 03/11\nThursday 03/13\nTuesday 03/18\nThursday 03/20 URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/march-learn-to-row-classes-with-sarasota-crew/2025-03-11/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/sarasota-crew.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T110000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194938 CREATED:20250130T221607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T221656Z UID:2030002190-1740906000-1740913200@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Learn to Row with Sarasota Crew DESCRIPTION:Want to learn how to row or continue your rowing journey? Experience the benefits of a total body\, low-impact workout while building community and trying something new! It’s never been easier to join Sarasota Crew: \nLearn to Row Sundays at Nathan Benderson Park  \n\nTry rowing for a day! If the weather allows\, we will get you into a boat and onto an erg to learn proper rowing technique and get you into the swing of things!\n\n9:00 am to 11:00 am on the first Sunday of every month\nOctober through March\nMaximum 18 rowers per class\, sign up today!\n\n\n\nLearn to Row Morning Classes at Nathan Benderson Park  \n\nAlready tried our Learn to Row Sunday Class? Want to keep rowing? Try our two-week morning Learn to Row sessions with an experienced master’s rowing coach\n\nTuesday and Thursday mornings for two weeks\n6:30 am to 8:30 am\nSee registration plans at the bottom of the page for key dates and details\n\n\n\nPrivate Lessons at Nathan Benderson Park \n\nLearn to row or develop your skills with a 1:1 private lesson with an experienced coach\n\nAll lessons will be conducted in sculling boats (two oars)\nPlease fill out the Private Lesson Interest Form to be matched with a Sarasota Crew Coach! Once the form has been completed a coach will reach out to you via text or email\nWant to take a lesson with a friend? Now offering two-person lessons for $200. One person lesson\, $120\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact our experienced Master’s rowing coach\, Megan at megan@sarasotacrew.org URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/learn-to-row-with-sarasota-crew/2025-03-02/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/sarasota-crew-learn-to-row-homepage-e1738275352171.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250224T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194938 CREATED:20240829T172840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T172910Z UID:2030002155-1740211200-1740416400@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Sarasota Invitational Regatta DESCRIPTION:Host club for this annual regatta is the Sarasota County Rowing Club. \nExperience the excitement of sprint racing on one of the best rowing venues in the country! The annual Sarasota Invitational Regatta (SIR)\, held in February\, features three days of youth and masters rowing at Nathan Benderson Park – the site of the 2018 Masters World Rowing and the 2017 World Rowing Championships. \nIn it’s inaugural year\, SIR had a little over 300 boat entries and 600 competitors. Just ten years later\, there were almost 800 boat entries and over 1\,500 individual competitors and the numbers are growing!SCRC is proud to host the Sarasota Invitational Regatta and greatly appreciates the more than 200 volunteers\, numerous sponsors and over 1500 participants who help make this event possible. URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/sarasota-invitational-regatta-3/ LOCATION:Nathan Benderson Park\, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34235 CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/sarasota-invitational-e1724952540540.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194938 CREATED:20240829T172622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T215025Z UID:2030002154-1739606400-1739725200@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:American Youth Cup I Regatta DESCRIPTION:FOR HEATS\, LIVESTREAMING\, MAPS & MORE ON EVENT DAYS\, CLICK HERE \nThe first of four AYC regattas\, this series is a not-for-profit series of regattas leading up to the USRowing Southeast Youth Championships. The series works to give back to the athletes\, giving crews opportunities to experience competitive\, 2000-meter racing throughout the spring\, ultimately preparing them to excel at the USRowing Youth National Championships in June at NBP. \nCompeting well consistently at the AYC regattas not only helps crews prepare to qualify for the Youth National Championships\, but has the added bonus of a possible financial stipend towards their trip to the championships. At the end of the series\, the team with the most points for an event is declared the AYC series winner for that event. A team will earn a monetary travel stipend towards their trip to the USRowing Youth National Championships should they be declared the winner of an event\, and qualify for Youth Nationals in that event. URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/american-youth-cup-i-regatta-4/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/ayc-1-e1753125372320.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194938 CREATED:20250505T203430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T203443Z UID:2030002227-1739520000-1739638800@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:American Youth Cup I Regatta DESCRIPTION:FOR HEATS\, LIVESTREAMING\, MAPS & MORE ON EVENT DAYS\, CLICK HERE \nThe first of four AYC regattas\, this series is a not-for-profit series of regattas leading up to the USRowing Southeast Youth Championships. The series works to give back to the athletes\, giving crews opportunities to experience competitive\, 2000-meter racing throughout the spring\, ultimately preparing them to excel at the USRowing Youth National Championships in June at NBP. \nCompeting well consistently at the AYC regattas not only helps crews prepare to qualify for the Youth National Championships\, but has the added bonus of a possible financial stipend towards their trip to the championships. At the end of the series\, the team with the most points for an event is declared the AYC series winner for that event. A team will earn a monetary travel stipend towards their trip to the USRowing Youth National Championships should they be declared the winner of an event\, and qualify for Youth Nationals in that event. URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/american-youth-cup-i-regatta-2026/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/ayc-1-e1753125372320.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T110000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194938 CREATED:20250130T221607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T221656Z UID:2030002189-1738486800-1738494000@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Learn to Row with Sarasota Crew DESCRIPTION:Want to learn how to row or continue your rowing journey? Experience the benefits of a total body\, low-impact workout while building community and trying something new! It’s never been easier to join Sarasota Crew: \nLearn to Row Sundays at Nathan Benderson Park  \n\nTry rowing for a day! If the weather allows\, we will get you into a boat and onto an erg to learn proper rowing technique and get you into the swing of things!\n\n9:00 am to 11:00 am on the first Sunday of every month\nOctober through March\nMaximum 18 rowers per class\, sign up today!\n\n\n\nLearn to Row Morning Classes at Nathan Benderson Park  \n\nAlready tried our Learn to Row Sunday Class? Want to keep rowing? Try our two-week morning Learn to Row sessions with an experienced master’s rowing coach\n\nTuesday and Thursday mornings for two weeks\n6:30 am to 8:30 am\nSee registration plans at the bottom of the page for key dates and details\n\n\n\nPrivate Lessons at Nathan Benderson Park \n\nLearn to row or develop your skills with a 1:1 private lesson with an experienced coach\n\nAll lessons will be conducted in sculling boats (two oars)\nPlease fill out the Private Lesson Interest Form to be matched with a Sarasota Crew Coach! Once the form has been completed a coach will reach out to you via text or email\nWant to take a lesson with a friend? Now offering two-person lessons for $200. One person lesson\, $120\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact our experienced Master’s rowing coach\, Megan at megan@sarasotacrew.org URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/learn-to-row-with-sarasota-crew/2025-02-02/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/sarasota-crew-learn-to-row-homepage-e1738275352171.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241214T070000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241214T150000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194938 CREATED:20241125T160556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T160556Z UID:2030002166-1734159600-1734188400@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Sarasota Crew Intrasquad Regatta DESCRIPTION:This is a VERY FUN race that pits all of the Sarasota Crew squads against each other using a unique handicapping system. Everyone has a great time with it. Boat costumes often happen. \nTeam pictures for all squads for the year will happen this day! \nRaces should be done by lunch and a fund spread for everyone will be provided. Parents are welcome to join in the celebration of the day and the entire fall! URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/sarasota-crew-intrasquad-regatta-3/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Sarasota-Crew-Logo-scaled-e1732550743220.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194938 CREATED:20240619T011000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T011340Z UID:2030002126-1733472000-1733590800@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Plant High Winter Sprints DESCRIPTION:Click here to learn more and register. \n \n Book Your Hotel URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/plant-high-winter-sprints-2/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/plant-high-e1718759472930.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194938 CREATED:20240715T192544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T164313Z UID:2030002137-1722690000-1722700800@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Row for the Gold! Olympic Rowing Watch Party DESCRIPTION:Catch all the action of the Men’s Eight race at the 2024 Paris Olympics on the Jumbotron. Watch history being made at the site of US Olympic & Paralympic Team Rowing Trials. Enjoy Learn to row demos from Sarasota Crew\, food trucks\, Beer & Wine served by Oak & Stone Restaurants\, Steel Drummer\, Inflatable kids games\, Olympic photo op and more!  Event is free and there is no charge for parking. No need to RSVP – Show up early to reserve a great seat! \nEvent is sponsored Michael Saunders & Company\, Jimmy Dean\, Realtor; Sarasota Crew and Louis Kosiba\, NBP Board Member. URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/row-for-the-gold-olympic-rowing-watch-party/ LOCATION:Regatta Island\, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34235\, United States CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Row-for-the-gold-flyer-Facebook-Post-e1721148178364.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T194938 CREATED:20240112T144438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T145107Z UID:2030001030-1720598400-1720890000@nathanbendersonpark.org SUMMARY:Summer Festival of Rowing DESCRIPTION:Hosted by The Bolles School. View event website to register! \nNO TIME TRIALS – we believe youth rowers need to race in the summer. Too many boats (over HALF at many races!) are going to summer races and are done after they race a 1\,900 meter time trial. \n  \n  \n \n Book Your Hotel URL:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/event/summer-festival-of-rowing/ CATEGORIES:Rowing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nathanbendersonpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Summer-rowing.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR