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THIRD ANNUAL PASCO ECOFEST SEEKS VENDORS FOR FALL EVENT

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PASCO ECOFEST


Grow Wild in West Pasco!


November 8, 9 & 10, 2013


Sims and Starkey Parks, New Port Richey, Florida



THIRD ANNUAL PASCO ECOFEST SEEKS VENDORS FOR FALL EVENT





New Port Richey, FL (Aug. 6, 2013) - Pasco EcoFest is evolving, this year with a focus on growing the local economy and culture in West Central Florida and with a new host organization, The Friends of the New Port Richey Library. Through hands-on education and experiences, the event organizers aim to encourage a holistic ecological awareness that encompasses the cultural, natural, and economic systems of our local region.





Pasco EcoFest 2013 is on the calendar for November 8, 9 & 10 providing a great opportunity for families and eco adventurers from Florida and beyond to experience Pasco County’s beautiful natural assets and learn about the grass-roots sustainability movement that is changing the culture of Pasco County.





With the expectation of thousands of visitors attending this popular event, the planning committee is seeking a variety of vendors to participate in the one-day EcoMarket taking place Saturday, November 9 from 11a.m. to 11 p.m. in Sims Park. Vendor opportunities can include fresh produce, garden art, non-profit organizations, designers of handcrafted jewelry and homemade items. This event is especially interested in organic, sustainable and creative products, goods and services.





Vendors may apply here: http://www.pascoecofest.com/pasco-ecofest-vendor-application





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Questions may be directed to Gary Rule, Vendor Wrangler, via email: vend@PascoEcoFest.com





Project managers Kira and Kacey Atkinson, graduates from USF's Environmental Science and Policy program, are at the helm of this county-sponsored event for the second year and look forward to making it an event the community can be proud of.  





“We’re really excited about the enthusiasm we’re seeing from people we talk to about this event,” says co-manager Kira Atkinson. “It’s nice to know there are so many like-minded people living in this area who want to get involved in making Pasco an awesome place to live.”





Pasco EcoFest 2013 will span three days at two different locations—Sims Park and Starkey Park. Guests will have the opportunity to explore beautiful West Pasco by kayaking, wading through swamps, and learning about native plants and medicinal herbs on nature walks through Starkey Park. They will also have the chance to learn about our native wildlife through interactive exhibits and talks.


 


With a focus on sustainable living education, PEF will also be offering a wide variety of free workshops geared toward skills guests can easily incorporate into their daily lives. This event will also incorporate an art show, kayaking, geocaching, live music and entertainment, a drum circle, the Eco Market, free yoga, belly dancing and hoop dancing workshops, kid’s art and public art projects, stargazing, vintage Volkswagen showcase and parts swap, and food trucks.





Sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses and organizations, large and small that wish to get involved in enhancing the culture of West Pasco.  The event managers are also seeking green businesses or businesses who offer green products and services to partner with for this event. Contact Kacey Atkinson at (727) 809-2306 or management@pascoecofest.com .





This year’s event is developed in partnership with Pasco County’s Tourist Development Council.





For more information:


Website: http://www.PascoEcoFest.com  


Facebook: /PascoEcoFest


Twitter: @Pasco_Eco





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ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND:


Pasco EcoFest is the premier ecotourism event with a focus on growing the local economy and culture in West Central Florida. Through hands-on education and experiences, Pasco EcoFest planners strive to encourage a holistic and ecological awareness that encompasses the cultural, natural and economic systems of our local region.


 


Pasco EcoFest spans two days in New Port Richey, Florida, located in Pasco County, in two different locations. Guests will have the opportunity to explore beautiful West Pasco by kayaking, wading through swamps, and learning about native plants and medicinal herbs on nature walks through Starkey Park. They will also learn about our native wildlife through interactive exhibits and talks.


 


With our focus on sustainable living education, PEF will also be offering a wide variety of free workshops geared toward skills guests can easily incorporate into their daily lives.


 


This event will also incorporate a fine art show, kayaking, geocaching, live music and entertainment, a drum circle, an Eco Market, free yoga, belly dancing and hoop dancing workshops, kid’s art and public art projects, stargazing, vintage Volkswagen showcase and parts swap, and food trucks.








Pasco EcoFest Goals:





·       Reduce PEF’s environmental impact:





o   shuttle service between two event sites





o   encourage carpooling and use of public transportation





o   provide recycling and waste management at event sites





o   majority of marketing done digitally via e-mail and on the web





o   large portion of onsite signage and awards created from repurposed and upcycled materials








·       Provide access to information and education designed to enrich the lives of Pasco and neighboring communities’ residents





·       Hands-on workshops for urban agriculture, homesteading, and native plants:





o   walks and experiences featuring native ecology





o    recycled/community art project





o    informational vendors








·       Create a venue to showcase the growing “green” movement in Pasco





·       Develop long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with area businesses and organizations





·       Help promote area businesses and organizations that are working toward making our Tampa Bay community more aware, earth and people friendly


·       Facilitate the growth of our community





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