I think Parker has some contamination issues
Well, yeah, so I had a few beers, so what?
Oh, you meant LAKE Parker! <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
While Lakeland may have some local sailing, Dunedin and Gulfport will let you mix it up with lots of good sailors. Since either place is about a hour from Lakeland, plan a campout with the Dunedin fleet to maximize your sailing day. They regularly camp on the islands, no special day...every day, it seems.
When are you coming? We're coming into our best season. The water went up 4 degrees F this week and will continue up every day. Winter is over. Winds at 10, air and bay water mid 70s. Spring rules in central FL.