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Churches

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Auto Racing

Daytona International Speedway

Racing fans will get their thrills at the home of NASCAR and the Daytona 500.

 Visit the Gallery of Legends, enjoy daily tours or visit the "Fastest Fun in Florida".

 For more information, see: www.daytonaintlspeedway.com/

Daytona USA

For more information, see: www.daytonausa.com

Both of these attractions are open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., closed Christmas Day.

Volusia Speedway Park

Half-mile clay oval and 3/8-mile paved oval running stock cars and open wheel modifieds weekly plus special events.

For more information, see: www.volusiaspeedwaypark.com

New Smyrna Speedway

FASCAR- Half-mile high bank paved oval. Running several classes of racing all year long.

For more information, see: www.newsmyrnaspeedway.org
 

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Parks and Recreation Areas
Fishing/Boating

Blue Spring State Park

This is manatee haven!
Here in the subtropical swamp forests and marshes along the St. Johns River, the lovable, endangered sea cows take refuge when the river gets cold in winter.
Visitors can rent canoes, take a tour boat or walk the four-mile nature trail.
In spring, snorkeling and cave-diving are permitted.
State parks are open 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.
For more information, visit Blue Spring State Park

Hontoon Island State Park

River Ridge Road in West Deland, on the St. John River.
Free Passenger Ferry, Nature Trails, Indian Mound, Playground, Fishing, Observation Tower.
For more information, visit Hontoon Island State Park

Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge

A great area for canoe exploration, as well as hiking and biking along nature trails through pine and hardwood forests.
The little-known freshwater marsh and swampland is just upstream on the St. Johns River at De Leon Springs.
Check out: Lake Woodruff to learn more.

DeLeon Springs State Recreation Area

The unique and historic mix with nature at this spring that flows to the St. Johns River.
The Old Spanish Sugar Mill and Griddle House, still powered by the spring,
provides the grain for famous grill your own pancakes.
Visitors can also settle into the spring water that an 1889 advertisement claimed was a "fountain of youth."
 Swimming, picnicking, hiking and canoe and paddleboat rentals are available.
State parks are open 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.
For more information visit DeLeon Springs State Park online.

Gemini Springs Park

Nature and Horse Trails, Picnic pavilions, canoe rentals, seasonal swimming.
For more information visit Gemini Springs Park

Lyonia Preserve
The Lyonia Preserve is located behind the Deltona Regional Library at 2150 Eustace Ave., Deltona.
For More Information including Downloadable Trail Guide, Plant and Animal Checklists
Visit Lyonia Preserve Online

Ed Stone Park

S.R. 44 West at St. Johns River -- Picnicking, boat launch, fishing

Debary Memorial Park

The Park features an F-15 Eagle aircraft and the USS Langley’s anchor, which are prominently displayed.
For More Information Visit Debary Memorial Park

For More Volusia County Parks

Visit The  Around Central Florida Website

For More Florida State Parks

Visit www.floridastateparks.org

Boat Rentals

Hontoon Landing Marina

Holly Bluff Marina
 

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Historic Places/Museums

DeLand Main Street
Courthouse, Antiques, Specialty Shops and Restaurants.
Historic Homes and Hotels.
For More Information Visit The City of DeLand Website

Stetson University Campus
Music Concerts, Gillespie Museum of Minerals, Duncan Art Gallery
Stover Theater, Hatters Sports, Guided Walking Tours, Virtual Tour Online.
For More Information Visit The Stetson University Website

Henry DeLand House
Home of The West Volusia Historical Society.
Tours, Period Furniture, Photos, Documents, and Gift Shop.
For More Information and To View A Good 9 Minute Video About All The Museums in DeLand
Visit The Deland House Online

DeLand Museum of Art
Exhibits, Stage Productions, Museum Store
For More Information Visit The DeLand Museum Online

African American Museum of The Arts
In addition to the visual arts, the Museum offers lectures, drama, dance,
reading and creative writing programs that celebrate the rich cultural heritage of people of African descent.
For More Information Visit The African American Museum of The Arts Online

DeLand Naval Air Station
The Museum commemorates the two-seater Dauntless Dive Bomber which was critical to the success of World War II.
Uniforms, aircraft models and parts, guns and photos tell the story.
New Additions Include F-14 Fighter Jet, and The Sea Scouts PT Boat.
Open Monday - Saturday For More Information Call (386) 738-4149

Orange City Postal Museum
Back in 1876, the first Post Office for the area, later to be known as Orange City,
 was housed in the very same building as the museum now resides.
For More Information Visit The Orange City Postal Museum Online

Pioneer Settlement For The Creative Arts
Located in Barberville
Features Exhibits, Demonstrations, Historic Florida Buildings.
 Mementos from Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
For More Information Visit The Pioneer Settlement Home Page

Cassadaga
World Famous
Home of the Southern Cassadaga Spiritualist Camp.
Hotel, Restaurant, Historic Shops and Bookstore, Mediums, Healers, Readings, and Special Events.
For More Information Visit The Cassadaga Home Page

Lake Helen
Historic Holmes and Scenic Drive, Shoestring Community Theater.
For More Information Visit The Lake Helen Home Page

Spring Garden Horse Training Ranch
Spring Garden Ranch is the largest horse training facility in the U.S.
Trackside Restaurant, Special Events.
For More Information Visit The Spring Garden Ranch Home Page
 

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Places To Play

Golf
Southridge Golf Course
Deltona Golf and Country Club
DeBary Golf and Country Club
Victoria Hills
For More Golf Courses In This Area Visit Here

Miniature Golf
TJ's Family Fun Center
401 south Volusia Ave. Orange City
Tel: 386-775-3181

Tennis
Valentine Park
French Ave, Orange City
Earl Brown Park
750 S. Alabama Ave., DeLand
For More Information Visit Here
 

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Farmers/Flea Markets

Volusia County Farmers Market
Located at The Volusia County Fairgrounds
3090 E. New York Ave.
Open Year-round Wednesdays, 5:00 to 11:30 a.m.

DeLand Flea Market
929 S. Woodland Blvd.
Sat-Sun 6:00 am - 4:00 pm

Daytona Flea Market and Antique Showplace.
1425 Tomoka Farms Road. Southwest corner of U.S. Highway 92 and I-95.
One mile west of the speedway. Hours Fri, Sat, Sun, 8am-5pm.

Flea World
Hwy 17-92. Between Orlando and Sanford.
Free admission and Parking.
Fri, Sat, Sun, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Also Visit Funworld Sat - Sun 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
For more Information Visit Flea World Online

For More Farmers/Flea Market Listings Visit Here