Nathan Benderson Park serves up bacon, brews and fun
Bear, Boats & Bacon returns for the fifth year.
By
Amanda Sebastiano
| 10:50 p.m. October 10, 2015
East County
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Whether a craft beer connoisseur, bacon enthusiast or someone looking for an afternoon activity near the water, attendees of the Beer, Boats & Bacon festival were served up what the event's name promised. Sarasota Crew and other rowing teams competed on the water throughout the afternoon at Nathan Benderson Park, as event goers snacked on bacon-wrapped foods and tasted beer from local breweries. The fifth annual event, which is hosted by Brewed Life, served up more than 80 brews and food from more than 12 local eateries.
Jane and Bobby Weber toast to a fun afternoon.
Brittany Lizotte and Steven Montanez enjoy cold drinks and time with friends.
Amanda Pombar, of the Plant High rowing team, carries equipment off the docks after a race.
Sarasota Crew members Victoria Poplawski and Chloe Ammeson relax after an afternoon of racing.
Don Richbourg samples beer from local breweries.
Sarasota rowers under 15 cruise up to the dock.
Before diving into the water, Sarasota under 15 crew members say cheese.
Ashley Stewart and Silvio Tassotti feast on craft beer samples.
The event isn't just for adults. Sarah Goodwin and her son, Crew, enjoy the live music.
Virginia Haley makes her own shade.
Rick Harris serves up cold brew for patrons.
Danielle and Dan Heaton spend an afternoon with friends, such as Ryan Collins.
The Ranch Grill serves up bacon jelly, which is comprised of tomato paste, ketchup, grape jelly, bacon and other ingredients.
Corn bread is served with a special ingredient — bacon.
Have you tried bacon wrapped stuffed jalapenos?
Attendees enjoy rowing races throughout the afternoon.
Vinny Corona, Chelsea Pridgen and Jared Guilliot find a spot in the shade.
Jennifer and Chance Craig snack on bacon-topped chicken wings and other munchies.
