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Sumter County Tourist Development Council

Tourism Development Grants are available for approved capital improvement projects and events that put "heads to beds". Non-profit organizations and government entities that are planning events or projects with the potential to generate overnight stays by visitors from outside of Sumter County are encouraged to apply.

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Are you seeking a relaxing vacation away from crowds, traffic, beach pollution and lines of people but still longing for easy proximity to more cosmopolitan entertainment?

Welcome to Sumter County, one of Florida's best kept secrets. Here, you will find a slower pace that includes sunshine, warm weather, friendly southern smiles and sweet tea. There's plenty to do here; enjoy the beautiful sunsets and bountiful fishing on Lake Panasoffkee or go horseback riding and relax among beautiful rural vistas. Golf is a year round sport in Sumter County with more than 20 well-manicured public courses. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the Wildlife Management Areas which offer a wide variety of recreational activities including hiking, hunting and biking. When you are ready for more cosmopolitan entertainment, head to The Villages for shopping and a wide variety of dining choices including an active night life.

If you're planning to visit Florida, Sumter County offers an ideal destination for you. Located at the "Crossroads of the Real Florida" where I-75 and the Florida Turnpike intersect, Sumter County is home to The Villages, just 60 miles north of the Tampa area's world famous beaches, and less than an hour's driving time from Orlando and Disney World.

Sumter County offers fishing, hunting, camping, bird-watching, canoeing, nature trails, museums, state wildlife management areas, historical sites and much more. Sumter County -- a great place to live, work and play!

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Fishing Report

http://www.centralfloridafishingreport.com/FishingInfo/136.html

Water is up and fishing is good..!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Plenty of recent rainfall has brought the water up to a good level. July bass fishing has been very productive. Early morning top water action has been very good.

Rapala's, torpedos, and rebel pop R's have been producing some nice fish up to 8 lb. 12 oz. range. later in the day and in the evening cane toads, speed worms, trick worms, and flukes have been producing some nice fish also. Watermelon seed, watermelon red and pumpkins appear to be the best colors.

Bluegill fishing was good again on crickets and worms. The size is holding up too!! Shell cracker fishing tapered off some after the full moon but was still better than average for July.

Best bets for August:

For bass-Same as July. Fish early if possible to beat the heat and thunderstorms. Top water plugs and plastic worms should work well. Try the shell crackers around the full moon time using worms and the bluegills will continue on crickets and worms.

With the water up the creeks and outlet should start producing some nice bream and stump knockers.

Water is up and fishing is good..!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!