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November 2019 Newsletter
Secrets of the Past and Future Constant surprises during the design and construction phases of Bonnet Springs Park reveal secrets of the past and future of this incredible piece of land so near to downtown Lakeland. Bonnet Springs and the lower portions of the former grove are home to hearty and thriving Banana Communities that …
September 2019 Newsletter
September Park Update Every single day is filled with excitement and learning at the park as the master plan document comes to life. Clearing activity in the wetlands area in preparation for digging the lagoon displays the magic that has been captured in that plan. The Sasaki team and the Advisory Board of the park demonstrated an important …
August 2019 Newsletter
August Park Update Now that the storm has passed our construction activity can resume as scheduled. We’re pleased to announce that as of the end of August Bonnet Springs Park has received permitting from Southwest Florida Water Management District otherwise known as SWFWMD. We will begin digging the Lagoon in mid-September. The Lagoon sits over …
Bonnet Springs officials explore food options
LAKELAND — Lakeland’s private Bonnet Springs Park promises 180 acres of nature trails, gardens and activities for visitors — young and old — who are bound to work up an appetite.
July 2019 Newsletter
Construction activity in the park and the excitement of working with such a great team as the silent phase of the capital campaign gains momentum, seems to be robbing us of the calendar.
Bonnet Springs Park Welcomes Director of Development
LAKELAND, FL – Heide Evans Waldron joins the founding team of Bonnet Springs Park as Director of Development. A Lakeland native, Heide empowers our great initiative by sharing over 15 years of experience in nonprofit management and hospitality. Heide connects with and strengthens relationships through clear organizational strategy, project management, and community relations, as she …
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Bonnet Springs PGTV
Our very own Kimberly Elmhorst and Explorations V Children’s Museum’s Kerry Falwell were featured on PGTV to tell the story of the Museum, the Park, and Friends of BSP!
BONNET SPRINGS PARK RECEIVES MAJOR GIFT
Bonnet Springs Park is excited to announce a legacy gift for the Bonnet Springs Park Capital Campaign from the Harrell family. This gift will be designated to The Jack & Tina Harrell Family Botanical Garden and The Jack & Tina Harrell Family Greenhouse.
Fundraising Effort Under Way for Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland
LAKELAND, Fla. — Leaders of the privately funded $100 million Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland are kicking off a major fundraising campaign. They hope to raise $25 million from the public.
June 2019 Newsletter
Our NEW Website! The Park has developed so much since we started this project three years ago, and we decided it was time our website reflected that! Our new website went live today, and you can check it out for all kinds of new information and imagery of the project: bonnetspringspark.com. Aerial Shot of the …