New Florida Laws That Start October 1st
There are more than 30 new Florida laws that start October 1. Some of these, you definitely need to know about. The biggest one during this session is the operation of a golf cart. The bill says that it requires a person operating a golf cart on a public road or street that the person must be 18 years of age or older. They must also possess a form of government issued photo ID. Also, if they are under the age of 18 they must possess a valid learner’s drivers license or valid drivers license.
Another law going to do effect in October is the Florida Litter Law. It actually amends the definition of ‘dump’ in this law. It includes the acts of draining and discharging. So, it makes it unlawful for any person to dump litter in on any water control, district property or canal without prior consent. For example, you are on a boat and you throw litter over the side. Well, the operator or owner of the boat are in violation of this law.
There’s also a law that reallocates funding for motorcycle safety education. Another bill addresses of safety and welfare concerns stemming from dog attacks on people or domestic animals. There is restrictions and additional requirements on owners of dangerous dogs. No regulations may be breed specific. Finally, there is a bill going into effect about homeowners associations. This is a long list, but it requires all notices for homeowners association board meetings to specifically identify the agenda items for the meetings. Additionally, there are also many other items that you can find here.
Finally, you may want to understand the laws some more. Sometimes the writing on laws is difficult to understand. If you want more information on the 30 new Florida laws that start on October 1st you can find that here.
More than 30 new Florida laws to take effect October 1 https://t.co/WUwemMzW2n pic.twitter.com/l0jpUXE9HJ
— WFLA NEWS (@WFLA) September 21, 2023
[SOURCE: WFLA]
10 Best Pumpkin Patches In Tampa To Check Out
1. Gallagher’s Pumpkin Patch and Christmas Trees
Location: 7401 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702
Located in St. Pete for more than 30 years, this family-owned business is the perfect spot to capture super cute photos of your little pumpkins while you select the best of the ‘patch’! You can also pick up a yummy homemade pie and even feed goats in the goat pen. Plus great photo opportunities.
2. Harvest Holler Pumpkin Patch in Polk City
Open now through November 12
Location: 950 Tavares Rd., Polk City, FL 33868 – about 30 min east of Tampa
Cost: $15 for ages 13-64, $12 for ages 2-12, seniors 65+, and active-duty military
Farmer Jerry and his family’s Harvest Holler Farm invite you to come out for a fun fall tradition and stroll the fields of this year’s corn maze and pumpkin patch. Explore the pumpkin patch, go on a hayride, enjoy some country eats, meet live farm animals, and more! There’s also a cow train, corn hole, and many more activities.
3. Raprager Family Farm Fall Pumpkin Patch
Friday – Sundays now through October 29 and Saturdays and Sundays Nov 4-19
Located at 16907 Boy Scout Road, Odessa
Cost: $16.95 when purchased in advance for ages 3 and up, children 2 and under are free. Parking is free.
Raprager Family Farm’s Fall Festival is a favorite. Attractions include axe throwing, pumpkin painting, a 900ft inflatable maze, a baby cow, and more. The haunted barn is back along with the hay rides, petting zoo, hay chute slide, and other favorites. The farm is kid-friendly all day but does get scarier after 6:00 p.m.
4. Corky’s Pumpkin Patch at Keel Farms
Open October 7,8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, and 29Location: 1603 Hawks Griffin Road, Plant City, FL
Cost is free
Keel Farms has a four-acre corn maze for you and the kids to navigate as you find hidden clues and solve a riddle with the rooster mascot, Corky and pals. There is also a pumpkin patch, hayrides, kids zone, and more!
5. St. Pete Pier Fall Pumpkin Patch
October 7 – 15Location: St Pete Pier
Cost is free
The St. Pete Pier is such a fun place to visit and better in the fall. Pick out your perfect pumpkin at the Family Park at the St. Pete Pier and pose for adorable photos. While you’re there, stay and play at the nearby playground and even tour the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center.
6. Heights Fall Festival Pumpkin Patch at Armature Works
Open Saturday and Sunday, Oct 14 & 15 and Oct 21 & 22Location: Armature Works, Tampa
Cost is free
The Heights Fall Festival will take place across two weekends in October and will feature a pumpkin patch, petting zoo, face painters, activities for the whole family, and live music. There will also be a food drive benefiting Metropolitan Ministries.
7. Pumpkin Fest 2023 at Florida Botanical Gardens
Saturday October 21, 2023, from 12 pm-4 pm
Location: 12211 Walsingham Rd., Largo, FL 33774 Clearwater Pumpkin Patch
Cost: Free admission, $10 per pumpkin
The 8th Annual Pumpkin Fest at Florida Botanical Gardens. Here you will find a pumpkin patch, pumpkin carving, spooky activities, and more. Fun for both kids and adults.
8. Dave’s Christmas Tree Lot Pumpkin Patch
October 1-31, 2023 Mon-Fri: 1 pm-8 pm, Sat-Sun: 9 am-9 pm
Location: 106 E Lumsden Avenue, Brandon, FL
Cost: Pumpkins $4 and up
Bring your friends and family out to wander through rows of pie pumpkins, mini pumpkins, white pumpkins, gourds, corn stalks, highly stacked hay bales, garden mums, and much more. Bring the whole family for fun photo opportunities.
9. Hyde Park Village Pumpkin Patch
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 17: General view of the atmosphere at Mr. Jack O’Lantern’s Pumpkin Patch on October 17, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)
October 4 – October 26, 2023
Location: 1602 W. Snow Circle, Tampa.
Cost: varies for pumpkins
Come pick out the perfect pumpkin at Hyde Park Village. Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. The pumpkin patch is located by the fountain near Pottery Barn.
10. Fox Squirrel Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch
October 7-November 5, 2023, Sat-Sun: 10 am-5 pmLocation: 6151 Varn Road, Plant City, FL
Cost: $12. Ages 3 and under are FREE
This is a family-friendly event including fall games and activities during the annual Fox Squirrel Corn Maze! Navigate the corn maze and then go check out the duck races. Challenge your kids to a game of corn hole, go on a hayride, and don’t to grab the perfect pumpkin.
