One of the best things about a relocation to Patrick AFB is the 72 miles of coastline. The beaches here are some of the best in Florida, and directly across from the base are some of the nicest beaches in Brevard County.The Brevard County Parks and Recreation Department runs 13 ocean beach parks as well as 42 beach access sites. In addition to these parks many cities run their own beach parks too. Many of these parks have restrooms, showers, picnic areas, and playgrounds.The Cocoa Beach Pier is a (2 comments)
This article is part of "The Patrick AFB Online Relocation Package".
I am very excited to offer a new FREE premium offer on my website: The "Discover The Space Coast" DVD. It is a professionally done video tour that is over thirty minutes in length. It will take you on a tour of the areas surrounding Patrick Air Force Base, highlighting shopping, schools, parks, and various local points of interest. The areas of Melbourne, Palm Bay, Viera/Suntree, Indialantic, Melbourne Beach, Satellite and Indian Harbour Beaches are all covered. It truely is a fine production and almost a must have for those of you PCSing to the area. It will give you a (20 comments)
One of the "must do" things while living in Brevard County is to visit the Kennedy Space Center. It is located in the northern part of the county, but is a very short trip for anyone living in the area. It is a very popular attraction that draws around 1.4 million visitors from all over the world every year and is a source of great pride for people living on the "Space Coast". In my opinion there is just too much too see here in one trip. So consider (0 comments)
Cocoa was originally called Indian River City, but In October of 1895 the town of "Cocoa" was incorporated. The restored historic downtown is bordered by the Indian River and still has many older and original buildings. The downtown is a mix of many different businesses, highlighted by the great restaurants, specialty stores, antique and art galleries, as well as the Cocoa Village Playhouse. You can stoll along the river as well as take the kids to the playground. Walking down the quaint alleys and streets will give you a window into what costal (0 comments)
brevard county: Patrick AFB Relocation: A Trip To The Brevard Zoo
- 05/16/08 04:53 AM
This article is part of "The Patrick AFB Online Relocation Package". The Brevard Zoo is one of the unique gems of the area and a must see. It's a small but very clean and an attractive place to spend an afternoon with the family or just to take a leisurely stroll. The highlight of your trip will undoubtedly be the world class Giraffe exhibit, where you can get a great up close view as well as feed these gentle animals.The zoo was a true community project that came to fruition when it opened its doors in 1994, and has been a (1 comments)
brevard county: Patrick AFB Relocation: Brevard County Golf Courses
- 04/30/08 01:43 AM
This article is part of "The Patrick AFB Online Relocation Package".Breavrd County is home to some great year round golfing. Below are some of the golf courses in the central parts of Brevard County, closest to the base. Manatee Cove861 Marina Rd, Patrick AFB, FL 32925 - (321) 494-7856 18 Hole Par 72 6947 Yards Military Baytree National Golf Links8207 National Drive, Melbourne, FL 32940 - (321) 259-9060 18 Hole Par 72 7043 Yards Designed By Gary Player Semi-Private Duran Golf Club 7032 Stadium Parkway, Viera, FL 32940 - (321) 504-7776 18 Hole Par 72 7151 Yards Public Viera East Golf Club2300 Clubhouse (0 comments)
This article is part of "The Patrick AFB Online Relocation Package". Recent History For Home Values In Brevard County FL, "Florida's Space Coast": The median home price in Brevard County, like almost everywhere else, has declined since its highs in 2005. From 2003 to 2005, the median single-family home price shot up 72% in two years. That was "silly appreciation" and was one of the highest in the country. This obviously was way ahead of what the "normal" appreciation would have been, and should have been. It was fueled by a lot of speculation, new construction, cheap money, and the overall hot market. It (0 comments)