NORTH FORT MYERS, Fla. - s4story -- MetroLagoons is honoring everyday heroes this May by offering a community giveaway and special discounts across its lagoon destinations in the greater Tampa and Southwest Florida regions.

MetroLagoons is launching its "Heroes Who Make a Splash" campaign in recognition of Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4-8), National Nurses Week (May 6-12) and Memorial Day (May 25). The public is encouraged to submit nominations for inspiring heroes who serve and make a difference in their community. The selected hero will receive eight Day Tickets and Splash Passes, an Aquabana rental and a $250 food and beverage gift card.

Nominations are open through the end of May and can be submitted online at MetroLagoons.com/Heroes (https://www.metrolagoons.com/heroes). Eligible nominees include teachers, nurses, healthcare workers, first responders, veterans and active-duty military that reside in Florida. The winner will be announced by June 12.

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Additionally, throughout the month of May, teachers, students, nurses, health care workers, first responders, veterans and active-duty military can enjoy 20% off a Day Ticket with the purchase of a Splash Pass. All tickets must be purchased online, and eligibility will be verified through ID.me. To purchase tickets, visit MetroLagoons.com/Heroes. (https://www.metrolagoons.com/heroes)

Guests can take advantage of these limited time offers at any of MetroLagoons' four locations, including Mirada Lagoon in San Antonio, Epperson Lagoon in Wesley Chapel, Southshore Bay Lagoon in Wimauma and Brightwater Lagoon in North Fort Myers. Each location features acres of clear blue water surrounded by sandy beaches and lounge chairs, resort-style swim-up bar, food trucks, floating obstacle courses, paddleboard and kayak rentals and more.

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About MetroLagoons

MetroLagoons brings Florida's signature coastal lifestyle inland with four resort-style, man-made lagoons featuring acres of clear blue water surrounded by sandy beaches. Residents and guests can enjoy a mix of amenities, including a swim-up bar, food trucks, live entertainment, a water slide, a floating obstacle course and more. Located across Tampa and Southwest Florida, lagoon destinations include Mirada Lagoon in San Antonio, Epperson Lagoon in Wesley Chapel, Southshore Bay Lagoon in Wimauma and Brightwater Lagoon in North Fort Myers. Guests can purchase Day Tickets to experience the lagoon and enhance their visit with shaded rental spaces and water activities to create unforgettable experiences in the sunshine. To learn more, visit MetroLagoons.com (https://www.metrolagoons.com/).