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Residents Celebrate Fourth |
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Hundreds of residents gathered at Founder's Square as the community celebrated Independence Day last weekend with music, food and a laser light show.
Residents went to our Facebook page to express their enthusiasm for the evening's program. Here's a sampling of the reaction:
- The concert on Founder's Square was AWESOME. Thank you!
- Loved the laser show! Thanks for finding something so unique for us!
- Great show at Founder's Square Babcock Ranch last night. Thank you!
Click the image above for video highlights.
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For Your Safety, Stay Away from Construction Areas |
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Your safety is our priority. Do not stray into active construction areas. It's especially important to instruct young children in your household to stay away from construction zones, which may be attractive to their curious nature.
There are many active construction sites in the community and residents are prohibited from accessing them on foot or by vehicle. No exceptions are permitted.
Violators are subject to prosecution under applicable state and local laws.
We appreciate your cooperation.
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Business Event Set for Hatchery |
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BIZ@BabcockRanch presents a Small Business Forum at noon Tuesday, July 12, at the Hatchery at 42881 Lake Babcock Drive.
Attendees will hear speakers from the SBDC and SCORE (Small Business Development Center and Service Corp of Retired Executives) who will share information about free support/mentoring services for small business entrepreneurs.
The program will include a brainstorming session for establishing an ongoing series of "small business help desk" events here at Babcock Ranch. The goal is to connect businesses with mentors to guide them in areas where they need support.
The event is free and open to residents who already have or are thinking of launching their own business, as well as those who are interested in mentoring business entrepreneurs.
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Thank you for finding, liking and following our new Facebook page, which went live last month. If you’ve followed us on Facebook in the past and haven't done so yet, please take a moment to follow the new page at Facebook.com/BabcockRanchHOA.
Watch our page for information about upcoming events, photo albums from past events, news about community activities and timely resident information.
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Wildlife Photo of the Week: Osprey |
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'Oscar the Osprey' on a perch near Sunset Lake. Photo by Richard Kinley. |
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Airborne Angler Dives for Dinner
A spectacular shot of an osprey named Oscar eating a meal near Sunset Lake is this week's Wildlife Photo of the Week. Captured by Babcock Ranch resident and regular photo contributor Richard Kinley, the majestic raptor is seen often in his Lake Timber neighborhood. "I've given him a name, 'Oscar,'" he said. "His nest is on top of a power pole by the bridge. This photo was taken at Sunset Lake."
According to Babcock Ranch Environmental Mitigation Manager Christina Kontos, an osprey’s diet consists mainly of fish. "They can dive from up to 100 feet in the air, feet-first into the water to capture prey with their strong talons."
She said that while taking these high-speed plunges, ospreys can close their nostrils as they grab their prey. "They prefer to carry their fish headfirst to make their flight as aerodynamic as possible!"
If you've recently taken a shareable wildlife photo at Babcock Ranch, we'd love to showcase it here for all to enjoy. If yours is chosen, you'll receive a $10 gift card from a Babcock Ranch business such as Publix or Slater's. Get contest details here.
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Read past news by clicking on the date below. |
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Independence Day Events
- Fireworks Safety
- Hydrant Switchover
- Trail Closure Reminder
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Wildlife Photo of the Week: Wood Stork and Snowy Egret
- Golf Cart Reminders
- Ecologic Trash/Recycling Bin Guidelines
- Temporary Trail Closure
- Wildlife Photo of the Week: American Alligator
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- Sustainability at Babcock Ranch (video series)
- New HOA Facebook page
- Wildlife Photo of the Week: Sandhill Cranes
- Weed Control Methods at Babcock Ranch
- Crossing Guard Appreciation
- Wildlife Photo of the Week: Roseate Spoonbill
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The Week Ahead
The following landscaping activities will be conducted in the community next week:
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Monday, July 11: Trail's Edge — shrub pruning and grass cutbacks, Canopy Court and Corkwood Bend (south side).
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Tuesday, July 12: Trail's Edge — shrub pruning and grass cutbacks, Wayside Bend and Wayside Villas (south side).
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Wednesday, July 13: Parkside — shrub pruning and grass cutbacks, Silverspur Drive, Lakeside Way and model homes.
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Thursday, July 14: Lake Babcock Central — shrub pruning, grass cutbacks, Pennyroyal Lane and Palmetto Street.
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Friday, July 15: Edgewater — shrub pruning, grass cutbacks, Journey Drive, Ramble Road and model homes.
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Community Patrol is Always on the Job |
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- On patrol and available 24/7
- Phone: 239.652.8000
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RESIDENT EVENTS & ACTIVITIES |
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Pool Bash at Cypress Lodge
Friday, July 15
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Music, games & food trucks
Free
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Corvettes on the Square
Founder's Square
Saturday, July 23
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Free
Registration: Not required
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Back to School Bash
Founder's Square
Saturday, July 30
9 a.m.-noon
Free
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Bike Mechanic Scheduled for July 15
The Mobile Bike Medic will be at Babcock Ranch on Friday, July 15. Bike drop-off time is 9 a.m. at Founder's Square. Reservations are required.
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Food Trucks
Fridays & Saturday
5-9 p.m.
Founder's Square
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Farmers Market
First and third Sunday of every month
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Founder's Square
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Free Healthy Life Classes
Babcock Ranch Residential Association offers a schedule of fitness classes in partnership with The Healthy Life Center. These classes are FREE to all residents. (Membership of HLC is NOT required.) Please see the updated schedule and program format for 2022.
- Mondays, 9-10 a.m. — Aqua
- Mondays ,10-10:30 a.m. — Aqua Core & Stretch
- Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m. — Aqua
- Wednesdays, 10-10:30 a.m. — Aqua Core & Stretch
- Saturdays, 8-9 a.m. — Yoga
RSVPs are not required. Please email a member of the lifestyle team or a team member from the Healthy Life Center for additional information. All classes are at Cypress Lodge unless otherwise specified.
For more information on all of Lee Health's programs and events, click here.
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Useful Links for Residents of Babcock Ranch |
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Annual Meeting
Homeownership
Local News
Environment
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Patrol & Safety
Food & Fun
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Babcock Ranch Residential Association |
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Office Address
42911 Lake Babcock Drive
Babcock Ranch, FL 33982
Tel: 941.676.7191
Office Hours
- 8 a.m.–5 p.m. M-F
- Make an appointment here.
Babcock Community
Patrol (24/7)
Lifestyle Line
Town & Country Utilities
After Hours Emergency
Backup Emergency
Numbers
- 239.336.9283
- 239.652.8003 Ext. 5003
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Links & Forms:
Email the Team
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Professionally Managed By |
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Corporate Office
8630 E. Via De Ventura, Suite L-100
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
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