Category Archives: Eco tourism adventure

Explore the outdoors in Walton County and Northwest Florida with an eco tour adventure with a guide or on your own.

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 →

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Posted on March 23, 2012 by Walton Outdoors

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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Posted on March 21, 2012 by Walton Outdoors

Choctawhatchee Audubon events for April

Join the Choctawhatchee Audubon for outdoor birding adventures and education APRIL 5: MONTHLY MEETING: Cameron Jaggard of the Pew Environmental Group will discuss the threat of surface long-line fishing and will present info on alternative fishing methods at the regular … Continue reading →

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Posted on March 20, 2012 by Walton Outdoors

Hike, bike, camp and horseback ride at Sand Pond Recreation Area in Pine Log State Forest

Sand Pond Recreation Area a great place to explore nature Looking for a fun place to explore nature with the family? Load up the bikes and head over to Pine Log State Forest for a day of exploring trails. Located … Continue reading →

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Posted on March 19, 2012 by Walton Outdoors

Walton County Earth Day Festival and 5K Run/Walk April 21

The 4th Annual Walton County Earth Day Festival and 5K Race will be held on April 21, 2012 at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. The event will kick-off with a beach clean up, where you can pitch in and help … Continue reading →

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Posted on March 16, 2012 by Walton Outdoors

Explore the natural beauty of the Choctawhatchee River along Chain of Lakes

Enjoy a hidden wildlife sanctuary amid towering cypress trees There is a little known place right outside of Walton County where you may explore nature at its finest. One of the Choctawhatchee River’s tributaries, Chain of Lakes near Ebro, offers … Continue reading →

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Posted on March 13, 2012 by Walton Outdoors

Fish, hike, paddle and enjoy birding on the coastal dune lakes of South Walton

Recreational activities abound on these rare coastal dune lakes Walton County is well known for its beautiful beaches and great fishing. Less known to those that have never visited the area, are the unique and scenic coastal dune lakes that … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 23, 2012 by Walton Outdoors

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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Posted on February 15, 2012 by Walton Outdoors

Camp Helen State Park history tour Mar. 3

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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Posted on February 13, 2012 by Walton Outdoors

Camellia Fest and Heritage Day at Eden Gardens State Park Feb. 25

Learn all about camellias and history at Eden Location: Eden Gardens State Park Sat. Feb. 25, 10 a.m. – 2 p.mEden Gardens State Park and the Friends of Eden State Gardens, Inc. would like to invite everyone to the annual … Continue reading →