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Tag Archives: Environment
Learn about sharks at Topsail Feb. 3
Learn about these fascinating creatures of the Gulf Thurs. Sept. 15 at 1:30 p.m. The Department of Environmental Protection’s Topsail Hill Preserve State Park will be having a presentation on sharks. Sharks are fascinating creatures that can range in size … Continue reading
Learn about alligators at Topsail Jan. 20
Learn all about these cold-blooded sunbathing creatures Time: 1:30 p.m. Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park El lagarato was the name coined by the Spanish explorers and early settlers of Florida who came upon the American alligator. These giant “lizards” live … Continue reading
Local resident helps out stunned dolphin at Grayton Beach
Quick action saves the day for lucky dolphin Local resident Shane Carter was a quick thinker when he came to a rescue of a stunned dolphin along Grayton Beach in South Walton on Jan. 7, 2011. Here is Shane’s recap … Continue reading
Forest stewardship workshop on exotic plant control Jan. 11
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: Host Live Site: Okaloosa Extension Office, $10: Crestview, (850) 689-5850 Video Conference Sites: Escambia Extension Office, $10: Cantonment, (850) 475-5230 Walton Extension Office, $10: DeFuniak Springs, (850) 892-8172 Calhoun Extension Office, $15: Blountstown, … Continue reading
E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center open Dec. 27, 28 and 29
Center will be closed on Dec. 24th and 31st. The E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center will be open to the public Dec. 27, 28 and 29 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. They will be featuring special programs along with an … Continue reading
Invasive plant lecture in Grayton Beach Jan. 4
Beware of 5 invasive species How do invasive plants affect your garden and how do you keep them out of your garden? The Walton County Master Gardeners are presenting the third lecture in a series for local gardeners. The subject is … Continue reading
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Learn about prescribed fires at Topsail Dec. 16
Get answers to all your burning questions Time: 1:30 p.m. Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Fire is a natural process that has shaped Florida’s ecosystems over the years. Prescribed fires play a vital role in restoring “fire-dependent” natural communities. … Continue reading
Nonie Maines featured presenter at E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center Dec. 10
Learning about wildlife can be fun! Come and see the one and only Nonie Maines and her wide variety of animals at the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center on Sat. Dec. 10 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Nonie brings together … Continue reading
Posted in Eco tourism adventure, Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun
Tagged Eco tourism, Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, wildlife
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Take a historic tour of Econfina Dec. 10
Enjoy a day outdoors with the Florida Trail Association Date: December, 10th 2011 8:00 am – 12:00 pm The PANHANDLE Chapter of the Florida Trail Association is hosting a tour of Historic Econfina on December 10th. Tour guide will be … Continue reading
Posted in Birding, Eco tourism adventure, Environment, Nature, Trails/Hiking
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Learn about snakes at the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center Dec. 3
Education is key when learning about Florida snakes Time: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Location: E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center Head over to the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center on Dec. 3 and learn all about snakes as Joe Wyatt gives a … Continue reading
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Tagged E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center, Environment, Nature, walton county
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