Michelle Birnbaum

"No One Comes to a State Park to Play Pickleball!"

A growing number of Floridians are protesting plans to build pickleball courts in state parks, arguing that such developments would disrupt the natural beauty and intended purpose of these protected areas. The protests come in response to Governor Ron DeSantis’ proposal to construct pickleball courts at Honeymoon Island and Hillsborough River State Parks, along with a potential disc golf course at Hillsborough River.

Protester Michelle Birnbaum is among those leading the opposition, expressing concerns about the impact these recreational facilities would have on the state's natural resources. . .