Recreational Facilities

For any questions that may arise regarding the use of any District Facility, please refer to the rules and rates sections of the Harmony District Rules which govern these facilities.

General Information & Reminders

• No alcoholic beverages are permitted on HCDD property.  There have been instances of some individuals bringing beer in coolers to events, but drinking on public (HCDD) property within the community is not allowed.
• The sale of anything on HCDD property is not permitted without prior written authorization by the District Board.  This applies to private parties as well as non-profit organizations.
• Animals are not allowed at the pool or the recreation center, except as permitted under Florida Law for sight-impaired persons.  Also keep in mind that provisions for off-leash dogs applies only to fenced Dog Parks (nowhere else in the community), in accordance with Florida and County laws and ordinances.

Click here to view the Dog Park Usage Rules.

• No activity that disturbs littoral zones is permitted in neighborhood ponds.  This includes, but is not limited to, water skiing, swimming, model boating, and use of any personal watercraft.
• Boating & fishing are available at Buck Lake Park.  Use of motorized craft is restricted to HCDD owned boats.  You may, however, launch your personal canoe, kayak, or similarly sized non-motorized water craft, provided it can be carried to the canoe beach for launching.  For your safety, though, the Dockmaster must be notified whenever you do this.  Check for boat usage and rules announcements, as posted and updated at Buck Lake.
• The Harmony Residential Owners Association (HROA) Covenants prohibit feeding or harassing any wildlife.  Feeders for songbirds are permitted.  The feeding of alligators &/or sand hill cranes is punishable under Florida Law, with fines, jail time, or both.

Harmony Swim Club

PHOTO ID ACCESS CARDS

If you are a new resident and would like to obtain a facility access card, first review the "process" referenced below and then contact our office.  If you would prefer to send your information, including your photograph, to us electronically, then you may:

Click here for Access Card Application Form.

>[Rules reference:  Chapter 4, Section 3]<

Click here for an outline of the Access Card Procurement Process.

Facility Reservations

We receive many requests to reserve the parks and recreation facilities for residents who have special private events.  The community also sponsors events at these facilities, both for Harmony residents and for the general public.

To reserve a facility, you must submit your application to the District Manager at the District Office (listed at the right).  Please click on the appropriate application below to request a facility for your event, and be sure to allow sufficient time for review of your request prior to the scheduled time for your event.

• Corporate Application (organization/group)
• Individual Application (resident/personal)

>[Rules references:  Chapter 4, Sections 8^&9; and  Chapter 3, Section 4]<

Boats On Buck Lake

Boat Usage Requirements

If you are new to the website or the boating process, please be aware that access to District Boats is contingent upon satisfying the following conditions (in priority order):

1. Completion of a Boat Orientation class (conducted by the Dockmaster) ⁽¹⁾
2. Signing of the District Boat Use Agreement (after completing orientation)
3. Payment of Security/Damage Deposit of $250 (required before taking boat) ⁽²⁾
4. Signing of the Daily Use Reminder Agreement (each time a boat is taken out)

⁽¹⁾ Classes are conducted the 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month, starting promptly at 10:00 a.m. and running for ½ hour.  You may reserve a spot in one of these classes by contacting the District Office at 407-566-1935.

⁽²⁾ Payments are processed by the District Office in either of the following ways.

>[Rules reference:  Chapter 4, Section 5.]<

Boat Dock Hours-of-Operation

Days:

The lake will be open to boating activities every Wednesday through Monday of each week, and will be closed Tuesday to all boating activities.

Hours:

Daily hours of operation are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the last reservation accepted being one for a start time of 1:00 p.m.

Dock Fishing Hours-of-Operation

Note that you can fish from the dock nominally from dawn to dusk every day, including Tuesdays when the boats are undergoing weekly scheduled maintenance.

Boat Reservations

Online System is Available for Boat Reservations.
Click here  to enter the reservation system portal.

While this online system serves to expedite the process of boat reservation, for those residents who prefer not to use the online system, you may still make your reservations by contacting the District Office via
Fax: 407-566-2064
Phone: 407-566-1935  (or)
 eMail: [email protected]

Alternately, you may make your reservations by contacting our Field Operations Manager, Mr. Gerhard van der Snel, via
Phone: 407-301-2235    (or)
 eMail: [email protected]

We hope that everyone takes proper care of the District Boats, and indeed all District Recreational Facilities, so that the residents of Harmony and their guests can continue to enjoy them long into the future without incurring reckless financial impacts.

Boat Availability

Are boats available to regular users with less than 24-hour advanced notice?

• For those who have completed the orientation class and have a standing deposit with the District office, if you decide less than 24 hours in advance that you would like to use a boat, it may be available to you on a first-come, first-served basis.  Simply go to the online reservation system (click here) and see if there is a boat available.  We will always strive to be as accommodating as we can within the hours of operation and as the boats and staff members are available.

Please be aware that there will be times when boats are simply not available to anyone due to repairs or inclement weather.  We ask for your patience and flexibility during those times.

Your Dockmaster, Mr. Don Wolfe (407-433-2447), appreciates your understanding.