Events Scheduled At

Events Scheduled at Sebastian Inlet State Park 2017

Saturday, Surf Fishing Workshop October 14, Surf fishing class designed to introduce anglers to the basics of surf fishing. 1 PM to 3:15 PM Discussions center on the equipment needed to enjoy a productive surf fishing day at the beach. Topics include rod and reel selection, standard pompano rig, choosing bait and more. Anglers should bring a pen/pencil and something to write on. Meet at the Sebastian Fishing Museum.

Saturday, Night Sounds at Sebastian Inlet Concert Series – Penny Creek Band November 4 Recording artists the Penny Creek Band plays heart-felt, hard driving bluegrass 7 PM to 9 PM music. Combining traditional bluegrass, vintage country, fresh originals material, tons of energy and excitement. The Penny Creek Band provide smooth harmonies, heavy rhythm, and dynamic instrumentation. Their music delivers tons of variety that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats while tapping their toes. For more information about the band visit http://pennycreekband.com

Saturday & Sunday Quiksilver’s King of the Peak surf contest November 4 & 5 Find out who is the King of Sebastian Inlet’s first peak. The location of the surf contest of the surf contest is by the North Jetty. The backup dates for poor waves conditions run between November 4 to 12. For more information www.quiksilver.com

Saturday, The Reebok Ragnar Relay Florida South Beach November 11 The Reebok Ragnar Relay Florida South Beach is a 200-mile-long distance 7 AM to 3 PM running relay. It starts in Melbourne Beach and finishes in Miami Beach. Teams of 12 people run relay style through 36 designated exchange locations. Sebastian Inlet State Park’s Day Use Area is the second stop in this relay race. The relay race has staggered start times all morning long. For more information visit www.runragnar.com

Saturday, Surf Fishing Workshop November 18, Surf fishing class designed to introduce anglers to the basics of surf fishing. 1 PM to 3:15 PM Discussions center on the equipment needed to enjoy a productive surf fishing day at the beach. Topics include rod and reel selection, standard pompano rig, choosing bait and more. Anglers should bring a pen/pencil and something to write on. Meet at the Sebastian Fishing Museum. Saturday, Night Sounds at Sebastian Inlet Concert Series – Rod Macdonald December 2 Rod MacDonald is a folk singer and songwriter, novelist, and educator. Since the 7 to 9 PM mid-seventies he has released 11 solo recordings in the United States, 8 in Europe, and 21 songs with Smithsonian Folkways. In 2006, he became an instructor for the Florida Atlantic University, hosting the lecture and performance series "Music Americana", where he was awarded the Distinguished Faculty Award in 2012. Rod MacDonald has been named one of the "Ten Greatest South Florida Folksingers of All Time." His CD “Later that Night" reached the top ten in national folk music charts in 2014. As part of the band called Big Brass Bed, they were named the "Best Folk Band" in 2016 in Palm Beach County. The content of Rod MacDonald’s songs covers political and social events. His songs possess words that go straight into your heart and soul. For more information about Rod McDonald visit http://www.rodmacdonald.net

Saturday, Surf Fishing Workshop December 16, Surf fishing class designed to introduce anglers to the basics of surf fishing. 1 PM to 3:15 PM Discussions center on the equipment needed to enjoy a productive surf fishing day at the beach. Topics include rod and reel selection, standard pompano rig, choosing bait and more. Anglers should bring a pen/pencil and something to write on. Meet at the Sebastian Fishing Museum.

Saturday, Night Sounds at Sebastian Inlet Concert Series – Alize December 30 Alize has been getting people dancing to their reggae music with many years. Recently, 7 to 9 PM reformed with some new band members which have ignited the positive reggae vibe. Alize also blends other types of music into their show including Island, SOCA, Top 40, Funk, Soft Rock and even a little country. 2018 Sunday, First Day Hike January 1 Start the New Year off with a "First Day Hike" at Sebastian Inlet State Park. We 8 AM to 10 AM will meet at the T-Dock on the south side of Sebastian Inlet, at 8 AM. The ranger led moderate paced inlet walk and beach walk is two miles in length. Please no pets and no smoking. Bring a water bottle, comfortable walking shoes, bug spray, hat and sun protection. Regular park admission fees apply.

Saturday, Surf Fishing Workshop January 13, Surf fishing class designed to introduce anglers to the basics of surf fishing. 1 PM to 3:15 PM Discussions center on the equipment needed to enjoy a productive surf fishing day at the beach. Topics include rod and reel selection, standard pompano rig, choosing bait and more. Anglers should bring a pen/pencil and something to write on. Meet at the Sebastian Fishing Museum. Saturday, Night Sounds at Sebastian Inlet Concert Series with Souljam January 27 Souljam is a five-piece band that plays extended versions of rock n roll jam music. 7 to 9 PM Playing cover tunes of the Grateful Dead, Phish and the Tedeschi Trucks band with a few original songs mixed in. Creativity, self-expression and the joy of their music radiates through their sound and vibe. For more information about Souljam visit www.souljamband.com Saturday, Surf Fishing Workshop February 17, Surf fishing class designed to introduce anglers to the basics of surf fishing. 1 PM to 3:15 PM Discussions center on the equipment needed to enjoy a productive surf fishing day at the beach. Topics include rod and reel selection, standard pompano rig, choosing bait and more. Anglers should bring a pen/pencil and something to write on. Meet at the Sebastian Fishing Museum. February 10-11, 2018 https://www.eastcoastgromtour.com/ Saturday, Night Sounds at Sebastian Inlet State Park Concert Series with recording February 17, artists SIRSY SIRSY is an Indie Pop Rock duo that The Boston Globe calls 7 to 9 PM “Little band, big sound.” SIRSY music is chock full of soul and sincerity, with a touch of sass. They have six CD’s of original music. Their lyrics can be a little dark or introspective but their stage presents radiates joy. The Times Union says “Clever, smart songs with more hooks than a tackle box.” Melanie Krahmer’s voice is capable of a lion’s roar or a floaty whisper. Rich Libutti’s guitar work has been called “Killer rock guitar riffs” by Instrumental Magazine. Together they have created a dynamic, full sound. Their newest CD was produced by Grammy-winning producers, Paul Kolderie and Sean Slade. The concert will take place at the pavilions on Coconut Point, located on the south side of Sebastian Inlet. The concert is free with regular park entry fees. For more information about SIRSY visit www.sirsy.com.

Saturday, River Fishing Workshop March 24, River fishing class designed to introduce anglers to the tactics of river/lagoon fishing. 1 PM to 3:15 PM Anglers will learn why it's important to know the how, where and when of river fishing. Topics and discussion will center on rods/reels, various fishing rigs, hard and soft plastic baits, live baiting, knots, state and local regulations. Anglers should bring a pen/pencil and something to write on. Meet at the Sebastian Fishing Museum.

Saturday, Night Sounds at Sebastian Inlet Concert Series – TBA March 31 7 to 9 PM

Saturday, Surf Fishing Workshop April 14, Surf fishing class designed to introduce anglers to the basics of surf fishing. 1 PM to 3:15 PM Discussions center on the equipment needed to enjoy a productive surf fishing day at the beach. Topics include rod and reel selection, standard pompano rig, choosing bait and more. Anglers should bring a pen/pencil and something to write on. Meet at the Sebastian Fishing Museum.

Saturday, Night Sounds at Sebastian Inlet Concert Series with St. Johns Wood April 28, St. Johns Wood is a five-piece band that transports you back to the music of the 6 to 9 PM 1960’s British invasion. This is the music that helped define a generation; it includes The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, The Kinks, The Zombies, The Animals, David Bowie, Eric Clapton and many more. Enjoy the music that is etched into the golden history of Roll ‘n’ Roll. The concert will take place at the pavilions on Coconut Point, located on the south side of Sebastian Inlet. The concert is free with regular park entry fees. For more information about St. Johns Wood visit https://www.facebook.com/St-Johns-Wood-226705954102460/ Saturday, June 16 Summer Surf Fishing 1 PM to 3:15 PM A two-hour workshop designed to inform anglers of the challenges of Summer Time Surf Fishing. Anglers will learn the best tides to fish, surf conditions for best results, keeping your baits on the hooks, times to fish, rods/reels and fishing tackle to use during the summer months. Anglers should bring a pen/pencil and something to write on. Meet at the Sebastian Fishing Museum. Saturday, Surf Fishing for Snook August 18 A two-hour workshop that introduces anglers to the art of Surf Fishing for Snook. 1 PM to 3:15 PM Discussion will center on several tactics for catching snook in the surf with live bait and lures. Also included will be information on rods/reels, rigging hard, soft plastic lures and live baiting options. Anglers should bring a pen/pencil and something to write on. Snook season opens September 1. Meet at the Sebastian Fishing Museum.

Saturday, Surf Fishing Workshop September 22, Surf fishing class designed to introduce anglers to the basics of surf fishing. 1 PM to 3:15 PM Discussions center on the equipment needed to enjoy a productive surf fishing day at the beach. Topics include rod and reel selection, standard pompano rig, choosing bait and more. Anglers should bring a pen/pencil and something to write on. Meet at the Sebastian Fishing Museum.

October 6-7, 2018 https://www.eastcoastgromtour.com/

Saturday, Surf Fishing Workshop October 20, Surf fishing class designed to introduce anglers to the basics of surf fishing. 1 PM to 3:15 PM Discussions center on the equipment needed to enjoy a productive surf fishing day at the beach. Topics include rod and reel selection, standard pompano rig, choosing bait and more. Anglers should bring a pen/pencil and something to write on. Meet at the Sebastian Fishing Museum. Saturday, Surf Fishing Workshop November 17, Surf fishing class designed to introduce anglers to the basics of surf fishing. 1 PM to 3:15 PM Discussions center on the equipment needed to enjoy a productive surf fishing day at the beach. Topics include rod and reel selection, standard pompano rig, choosing bait and more. Anglers should bring a pen/pencil and something to write on. Meet at the Sebastian Fishing Museum. Saturday, Surf Fishing Workshop December 15, Surf fishing class designed to introduce anglers to the basics of surf fishing. 1 PM to 3:15 PM Discussions center on the equipment needed to enjoy a productive surf fishing day at the beach. Topics include rod and reel selection, standard pompano rig, choosing bait and more. Anglers should bring a pen/pencil and something to write on. Meet at the Sebastian Fishing Museum. updated 9-28-17