FAQs

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Gifts & Registry?

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We will have an area for gifts and/or cards. We have a registry available on this site. You will see that a honeymoon fund is the only item listed in the registry. We are truly blessed to not be in need & will use all contributions towards the honeymoon and any financial goals we need to accomplish to be able to travel.

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Does it cost anything to come to Fort De Soto?

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Yes, there is a $6 per CAR fee, you'll pay via ParkMobile app. We recommend carpooling if possible to save funds and the planet one mile per gallon at a time :)

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Is alcohol allowed?

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Fort De Soto is a alcohol free state park. No alcohol is allowed.

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Prohibited items?

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*Glass *Balloons of any kind are strictly prohibited from all Pinellas County Parks, Preserves and Managed land. This includes all air, helium, water, and balloon displays. etc. *Possession or Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages *Pinatas, Confetti, Aerosol String, Chalk, Nerf Guns, Pools, Water Guns or Water Slides *Nails, Tacks, Staples Used on Any Park Structure or Tree *Release or Transplant of Any Animals or Plant Life *Remote-Controlled Devices (Drones, Planes, Cars, Trucks or Boats) *Hammocks, Zip Lines, Slack Lines, Rappelling or Any Other Apparatus Attached to Trees *Fireworks

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Can I bring my own food?

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Absolutely! We encourage bringing snacks, water, and any other goodies to make yourself comfortable. To keep your snacks seperate from the shared table, we recommend bringing a bag or small cooler. We do ask to be mindful of littering

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I have food allergies

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Please contact Priscilla & Willy! The event is in an open and outdoor space. We want to make sure that you are safe and that there are options for you at the event. If its a severe allergy, we will alert everyone to the sensitivity & ask that everyone refrain from bringing the allergen. Please bring a dish that is safe for you to eat!

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Can I bring my kid(s)?

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Absolutely! We recommend bringing flotation devices, toys, extra snacks & water, and any other needs your kiddos may have. There is also a playground 10 feet away from the pavillion for them to have fun. Please keep an eye on them as this is a public space in the event they are wanderers.

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Can I bring a plus one?

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Sure! We ask that if you bring more than a plus one to please alert Priscilla & Willy before you invite them. There are party size restrictions and want to make sure that we are not breaking any park rules that would result in fines.

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Are pets allowed?

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Pets are allowed at the pavillon for visitation and must be on a leash. If you want to partake AND take your pet in the water, the pet park and beach is a 2 minute drive from our location. Come join us and then feel free to breakaway to the pet area

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What about accessiblities?

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We have specifically picked this pavillion as its ADA compliant. Please let us know which accommodations you'll need. Beach wheelchairs are provided at no additional charge to our party and we will also have wheelchair beach access pathway but we do need to reserve them so please let us know if the wheelchairs interested you.

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Whats the bathroom situation?

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There is a bathroom right next to our pavillion. There are showers, changing rooms, and handicap accessible stalls within them.

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Will we be going to the beach?

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Does a fish not swim? yes! Feel free to visit the pavillion and beach at your leisure. There is beach access/walkway from the pavillion. **Family event will have games and social. Family members may want to setup your beach spot prior to the fun social events**

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Is there plenty of parking?

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Yes, the pavillion sits behind/infront of a large parking lot. You will not need to walk far (unless you decide to park away). You can also leave items in your car and visit the car as needed to grab clothes, tools, toys, etc.

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I'm traveling. Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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Please visit our "travel" page for any information related to travel. If we have missed anything, please let us know and we will assist the best we can

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What time does the event end?

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The park closes at sunset. Feel free to stay longer and take the beauty in! We will start to breakdown prior to sunset OR if everyone leaves earlier :)

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I have a question not on here!

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Please reach out to Priscilla and/or Willy. Your question may make its way to this page!