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Category Archives: Beaches
South Walton Turtle Watch keeps track of nesting sea turtles
Sea turtle nesting season runs May 1 – October 31 According to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, sea turtles are among the oldest creatures on earth, and have remained essentially unchanged for 110 million years. However, they face an … Continue reading
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Delicate balance of birds nesting on Florida shores requires beach goers to be aware
Be watchful and respectful of wildlife, it’s a matter of survival With nesting season under way for shorebirds like the snowy plover, black skimmer and American oystercatcher, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) asks beachgoers to take care … Continue reading
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Tagged Beaches, Birding, Nature, northwest florida, wildlife
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Florida Department of Environmental Protection announces launch of state-wide beach access map
More than 825 miles of Florida’s beaches one click away Florida’s 825 miles of sandy beaches are a national treasure, here for you to enjoy. Whether quiet and secluded or bustling with activity, Florida beaches are renowned for their beauty, … Continue reading
Explore the natural beauty of Camp Helen State Park
Take a hike, bike or swim in Gulf of Mexico at this wonderful Florida State Park Surrounded by water on three sides, Camp Helen State Park is nestled in natural beauty. Lake Powell, a rare coastal dune lake on the … Continue reading
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South Walton Turtle Watch looking for a few good volunteers
2012 turtle nesting season about to start Love sea turtles and want to be a part of a great team of turtle nest walkers? South Walton Turtle Watch is looking for a few good volunteers. If you like getting up … Continue reading
South Walton Fire District lifeguards take to the beach Mar. 10
Lifeguards will be stationed at eight South Walton beach accesses Twenty-nine South Walton Fire District lifeguard candidates graduated training academy on March 9, 2012. Of the 29, eight are new lifeguards. The candidates completed 80 hours of medical training, surf … Continue reading
A delightful journey to Grayton Beach State Park
Mother Nature shows off her best features at this gem of a park Those that live in the Florida Panhandle are blessed with the diversity and natural beauty of our local Florida State parks. One of several great parks located … Continue reading
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Tagged Beaches, Eco tourism, florida state parks, Kayaking/Canoeing, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, walton county
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Explore American military history at Fort Pickens
Step back in time at historic barrier island fort Located at the western end of Santa Rosa Island, Fort Pickens is an American military history relic. The largest of four forts built to defend Pensacola Bay and its navy yard … Continue reading
Posted in Beaches, Biking, Birding, Eco tourism adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking
Tagged Beaches, Birding, Fort Pickens, hiking, Nature, northwest florida, Outdoor Family Fun
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Local resident helps out stunned dolphin at Grayton Beach
Quick action saves the day for lucky dolphin Local resident Shane Carter was a quick thinker when he came to a rescue of a stunned dolphin along Grayton Beach in South Walton on Jan. 7, 2011. Here is Shane’s recap … Continue reading
Camp Helen State Park history tour Jan. 7
Learn about the history of a beautiful local State Park Time: 10 – 10:45 a.m. The Department of Environmental Protection’s Camp Helen State Park invites you to their history walk at Camp Helen State Park. Come learn about the early … Continue reading
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Tagged Beaches, florida state parks, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun
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