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Tag Archives: Beaches
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.
Hands Across the Sand coming to Santa Rosa Beach May 18
Join Hands to end our dependence on dangerous, dirty fuels. Join Hands to end global warming and climate change. Join Hands to embrace Clean Energy. ”It’s the most important thing we can do as human beings” Dave Rauschkolb, founder. This will … Continue reading
Walton County beach sampling results for April 23, 2013
Two advisories issued for this sampling period The Florida Department of Health in Walton County conducts regularly scheduled saltwater beach water quality monitoring at seven sites through the Healthy Beaches Monitoring Program. Samples are collected from March through the end … Continue reading
Operatic sounds fill the air at Grayton Beach State Park restroom
Canadian singer brings joyful voice to beach Grayton Beach State Park is a favorite recreation area for both visitors and locals in South Walton. Exploring the beach and coastal dune trails at the park is always a delightful outdoor experience. … Continue reading
Learn about sea turtles at Topsail May 3
Time: 2:30 p.m. The majestic Sea Turtles are getting ready to begin another reproductive season. Last year was one of the best on record at the park. Learn the facts about common Sea Turtles at Topsail. Be a part of … Continue reading
Paint a beautiful scene for a good cause at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park May 18
Amanda Usrey, artist extraordinaire and proprietor of Studio by the Sea, is hosting a painting class with the proceeds going to Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance. The class will take place at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on May 18 from 2:15 … Continue reading
Posted in Beaches, Home/Garden, Outdoor Family Fun
Tagged Beaches, home and garden, Outdoor Family Fun
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Gulf coast lupine blooms along South Walton area beaches
Beautiful blue shrub a welcomed sight In the springtime, sand dunes along the beaches in South Walton are dolloped with beautiful blue lupine. The gulf coast lupine (Lupinus westianus) is a native plant and endemic to Florida. Lupine habitats are … Continue reading
South Walton Fire District (SWFD) announces 2013 Junior Lifeguard program
2012 Junior Lifeguard season runs June 18 – July 18 Swim tryouts at Ed Walline Park (South end of CR 393) Fri., May 17 at 3 p.m. and Sat., May 18 at 9 a.m. Deadline for application May 16. Safety … Continue reading
Posted in Beaches, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat
Tagged Beaches, south walton, Stand up paddle boarding, surfing, SWFD
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South Walton Turtle Watch takes care of our area’s 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
Posted in Beaches, Environment, Nature
Tagged Beaches, Environment, Nature, sea turtles, south walton, walton county
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Barrier free recreation on the Gulf of Mexico offered at William J. Rish Recreational Park in Cape San Blas
A vacation to remember awaits near Port St. Joe Imagine the perfect vacation – a spot with a beautiful view of the Gulf, songbirds singing, your own private beach, swimming pool and easy access to it all just a few … Continue reading
Posted in Beaches, Eco tourism adventure, Outdoor Family Fun
Tagged ADA access beach, Beaches, northwest florida, Outdoor Family Fun
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