Category Archives: Biking

Take to the trails and bike in Walton County Florida.

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 →

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Posted on January 18, 2012 by Walton Outdoors

Walton Outdoors top ten stories from 2011

Walton Outdoors looks back at another extraordinary year of exploring the outdoors Wow, what an incredible year it has been for exploring beautiful places and meeting new people with wonderful and interesting pastimes. We have ventured on quite a few … Continue reading →

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Posted on December 16, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

Explore nature at St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge

Eighty-year-old refuge a step back into old Florida Imagine…. 68,000 acres of pristine Florida shoreline preserved for wildlife habitat and outdoor recreation. Sounds to good to be true, then you should head over to St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge and … Continue reading →

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Posted on November 10, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

Eagle eyes the 16th hole at Emerald Bay Golf Club

A bird’s eye view Local golfer Cory Davis captured this great photo of a bald eagle on Oct. 24, 2011. The photo was taken above the 16th hole at Emerald Bay Golf Club in Destin. A great bonus to the … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 25, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

A variety of nature trails await the explorer at Conservation Park in Panama City Beach

22 miles of trails at new park Looking for a great park to explore and hike a new trail? Then head over to the newly completed Conservation Park in Panama City Beach for a great little nature trek. With more … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 11, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

South Walton Community Council’s Back To Nature Festival Oct. 14-16

Something for everyone to enjoy at annual festival The South Walton Community Council is hosting our 10th Annual Back To Nature Festival October 14-16, 2011. With six events to choose from, there is something for everyone to explore at our … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 6, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

Panoramic views of ancient sandunes await at Deer Lake State Park

A beautiful walk awaits you in South Walton Tucked away along Scenic Highway 30A, just west of WaterSound, Deer Lake State Park offers park goers a look at one of Northwest Florida’s diverse ecosystems. Walk along ancient sand dunes, a … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 5, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

Wildflowers bloom in the Point Washington State Forest

Autumn brings colorful display to the forest floor Fall months in the Point Washington State Forest offers a diverse landscape for a hiker or biker to explore the area’s natural beauty. Most of the State Forest consists of sandhill, basin … Continue reading →

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Posted on September 29, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

Get out your red, white and blue and join in on the Seaside 4th of July parade

Time to get out your red, white a blue and join in on the big parade! It is that time of year again; time to bring out your patriotic paraphernalia to celebrate our Independence Day with the “South Walton 4th … Continue reading →

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Posted on June 1, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

Sandestin Beach Bicycle Tour along Florida’s Emerald Coast May 13-15

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort on Florida’s Emerald Coast will be the backdrop for The Sandestin Beach Bicycle Tour May 13 -15 as hundreds of cyclists venture through Northwest Florida. The weekend bicycle event is designed for all road cyclists. … Continue reading →