Tag Archives: Birding

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

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Audubon seeks volunteer shorebird stewards

Beach-nesting birds: Florida’s original beach babies Did you know beach-nesting birds like Snowy Plovers, Black Skimmers, American Oystercatchers and Least Terns lay their eggs on top of the sand and raise their young on our local beaches? Chicks less than … Continue reading

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Choctawhatchee Audubon activities for May

May 2: Monthy Meeting: A program on the biological diversity of the Blackwater River State Forest will be presented by Peggy Baker of the Frances M. Weston Audubon Society in Pensacola.  The meeting will be held in Rm 132 of … Continue reading

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Choctawhatchee Estuary Festival at Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park April 27

Educational fun for everyone Date: Saturday, Apr. 27 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park, Friends of the Emerald Coast State Parks and the Mattie Kelly Cultural & Environmental Institute of Northwest Florida State College … Continue reading

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Learn about nature the first Saturday of every month at Hammock Bay

Explore flora and fauna along the trail Time: 9 a.m. Every wonder what the name of that pretty flowering plant is? Is that climbing vine poisonous? What is the name of that beautiful bird? Those questions and more will be … Continue reading

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Choctawhatchee Audubon events for April

April 4: Monthly Meeting:  Walt Spence will present a program on his award-winning bird photography featuring both his recent work and that of his photo-paddling buddy, Douglas Buck. Spence will offer his insights on the genre and will share tips … Continue reading

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It’s A Spring Thing at Camp Helen State Park April 6

Interactive event fun for the entire family Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Department of Environmental Protection’s Camp Helen State Park and the Friends of Camp Helen State Park, Inc. present “IT’S A SPRING THING” a fun interactive event … Continue reading

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Earth Day Festival at E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center April 20

Enjoy a fun filled day outdoors Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p .m. The Biophilia Center is hosting a family friendly/ fun-filled Earth Day on Saturday, April 20, 2013. Enjoy music, food, animal ambassadors, environmental demos, arts and crafts, face … Continue reading

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Explore the beauty of Eden Gardens State Park

Walking on the grass encouraged at this family friendly park A beautiful Northwest Florida State Park is nestled in the Point Washington area of South Walton County. Large moss covered live oaks, walking trails and panoramic views of Tucker Bayou … Continue reading

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Hike, camp along the Apalachicola River bluffs at Torreya State Park

Step back in time and explore nature at this beautiful Florida State park Tucked away off the beaten path 13 miles north of Bristol, is the beautiful Torreya State Park. Perched 150 feet above Apalachicola River bluffs, this park offers … Continue reading

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