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Category Archives: Nature
Crazy for Crabs this Friday and Alligator Adventures this Saturday at E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center
Friday, June 21 – Crazy for Crabs Activities from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance joins the Biophilia team to bring you everything about crabs. Meet these crazy creatures, create crab art, and join in on the … Continue reading
Posted in Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun
Tagged Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, walton county
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Seven Runs Creek Florida Forever project completion on the horizon
TALLAHASSEE –The Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the Trust for Public Land and landowner M.C. Davis are partnering to conserve 20,850 acres of critical habitat land east of Eglin Air Force Base after being awarded $1.75 million from the U.S. Department … Continue reading
Uplands Master Naturalist class starts July 15
The UF/IFAS Okaloosa and Walton County Extension Office will be offering a condensed Uplands Master Naturalist class this summer. Come join us for an exciting class full of instruction, field trips, and guest speakers that will be covered during this … Continue reading
Campbell Lake Canoe Trip June 4 at Topsail
Time: 1:15 p.m. Join the Topsail Hill Preserve State Park’s rangers for a unique opportunity to paddle Campbell Lake. Located within the heart of Topsail Hill, Campbell Lake is the larger of the parks two coastal dune lakes. You will … Continue reading
Posted in Birding, Eco tourism adventure, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun
Tagged florida state parks, Kayaking/Canoeing, Outdoor Family Fun, Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
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Longleaf pine management workshop coming to Ebro June 4
Landowners and land managers with an interest in growing and managing longleaf pines are invited to attend a Longleaf Management Workshop June 4 in Ebro. The 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. workshop is being offered at the Ebro Community Center, … Continue reading
Discard of used monofilament fishing line properly and don’t feed the birds
Check your tackle frequently and replace old line In Florida, fishing is an important part of our lifestyle as well as the economy. However, this enjoyable activity sometimes can lead to problems for birds and other wildlife, such as sea … Continue reading
Explore the natural beauty of Blackwater River State Forest
Lakes, trails, rivers offer endless recreation Boasting more than 210,000 acres of long leaf pine forests, lakes, streams and rivers, Blackwater River State Forest is a great place to explore nature. As one of the largest and oldest State forests … Continue reading
Posted in Biking, Birding, Fishing, Hunting, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat, Parks, Trails/Hiking
Tagged Birding, boating, Camping, hiking, Kayaking/Canoeing, northwest florida, Outdoor Family Fun
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First loggerhead turtle nest of the season in South Walton
The first loggerhead nest of the 2013 season was laid near Seagrove May 20, 2013. The nest was found by South Walton Turtle Watch volunteer Ann Stuart. Click here to learn more about our nesting sea turtles.
Artists gather to paint for a good cause
Amanda Usrey, artist and proprietor of Studio by the Sea, hosted a painting class for a good cause on May 18. The plein air class was held along Campbell Lake at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. The fundraiser for Choctawhatchee … Continue reading
New book released about South Walton’s coastal dune lakes
Part-time South Walton resident and nature lover, Ginger Sinton has penned a colorful book on Walton County’s beautiful coastal dune lakes. The area’s rare coastal dune lakes are 15 dynamic, geological treasures. The full-color, 112-page, softbound photo book reveals the … Continue reading
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Tagged Environment, home and garden, Nature, south walton
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