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Tag Archives: boating
Kayaking adventure on Holmes Creek to the Choctawhatchee River and Spring Run
Local eco guide describes access points, currents and landscape of local waterways in colorful detail Earth Day was coming up and I wanted to scout a potential trip in lower Washington County. With that in mind I gave Lori from … Continue reading
Posted in Birding, Nature, paddle/surf/boat
Tagged Birding, boating, Eco tourism, Kayaking/Canoeing, Nature, northwest florida, walton county
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Serenity awaits the nature lover at the Choctaw Lodge Bed and Breakfast
Paradise found on the Choctawhatchee River When Ron and Kathryn Hardy of Panama City Beach walked into Sandi’s Feed and Seed in Lynn Haven back in 2009, they had little idea about how dramatically their lives were about to change. … Continue reading
Walton County Commissioners approve new beach vehicle permit ordinance
New changes eliminates non-residents without existing permit, limits boat captains to 20 Walton County Commissioners voted 5-0 in favor of a new beach permit ordinance on Jan. 12, tightening the amount of beach access permits issued. The new ordinance prohibits … Continue reading
46 ft. boat runs aground at Hogtown Bayou in Santa Rosa Beach
Christmas Eve storm brings bad luck to local boat owner A 46 ft. juniper boat, the LEO IV broke loose of its moorings and ran aground at Hogtown Bayou during the high winds of a storm on Christmas Eve. Owner … Continue reading
Enjoy the indigenous beauty of Florida Caverns State Park
Explore a cavern, take a hike along a bluff or paddle up the Chipola River at this incredible Florida State Park Boasting more than 1,300 acres, the Florida Caverns State Park has a much to offer visitors interested in the … Continue reading
Posted in Biking, Birding, Fishing, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking
Tagged Birding, boating, florida state parks, Kayaking/Canoeing, Nature, northwest florida, Outdoor Family Fun
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Women’s outdoor workshop comes to Tallahassee
Wanted – adventurous and outdoorsy women Wishing to learn more about Florida’s great outdoors in a comfortable, noncompetitive, hands-on environment? If this could be you, contact the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to participate in the Becoming an … Continue reading
Posted in Fishing, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Trails/Hiking
Tagged boating, Fishing, Hunting, Kayaking/Canoeing, Nature, northwest florida, walton county
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Whale sharks captured on video near Grayton Beach
Being there Local charter boat captain Mike Valentino, along with dive buddies James Griffith and Darcy Pentel were out on Mike’s boat August 6, and encountered a once in a lifetime experience. While out in the Gulf fishing and diving … Continue reading
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Tagged boating, Nature, santa rosa beach, walton county
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Rags to Riches Regatta awash in color
Elizabeth Savage, race organizer gives a recap on the race: “The Hobie’s raced from Grayton to Seagrove Beach on July 3, 2009. The race of mostly 16 ft. Hobie’s started just after 12:30 pm on a beautiful day. Capt Bill … Continue reading
Bay scallop season opens July 1
Time to head over to St. Joe Bay! The recreational harvest season for bay scallops begins July 1 and continues through Sept. 10. Open scalloping areas on Florida’s Gulf coast extend from the west bank of the Mexico Beach Canal … Continue reading
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Tagged Beaches, boating, Fishing, florida fishing regulations, florida state parks, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun
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Rags to Riches Sailing Regatta July 3
Sailing race runs from Grayton to Seagrove Independence Day festivities start early with a Hobie Cat race kicking off the holiday weekend on Grayton Beach. A tradition since 1981, the local sailing regatta race will be held at 12:30 p.m. … Continue reading

























