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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 →

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Posted on April 25, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

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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Posted on March 14, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

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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Posted on March 4, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

Paint a beautiful scene for a good cause at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Mar. 23

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 March 23 from 8:15 … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 27, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

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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Posted on February 23, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

Walton County Earth Day Festival and 5K race set for April 20

The Department of Environmental Protection’s Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, the University of Florida IFAS Extension, Florida Sea Grant, and Friends of Topsail Hill Preserve State Park invite you to participate in the 5th Annual Walton County Earth Day Festival … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 20, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

Florida State Parks offering free smartphone app pocket ranger

Download the app, get into a State Park Free Jan. 18 The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Florida Park Service has developed a new, FREE smartphone app, available for download today. This interactive guide gives users on-the-go access to Florida’s … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 18, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

Explore Falling Waters State Park

Enjoy fern-covered ancient sinkholes at this Northwest Florida park Depending on what time of year you visit Falling Waters State Park, you may or may not view a cascading waterfall into a 100-foot deep ancient sinkhole, as the waterfall is … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 11, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

 Camellia and Art Fest at Eden Gardens State Park Feb. 23

Learn all about camellias Location: Eden Gardens State Park Sat. Feb. 23, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m Eden Gardens State Park and the Friends of Eden Gardens would like to invite everyone to the annual Camellia and Art Fest on … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 9, 2013 by Walton Outdoors

Expedition Florida 500 passes through Walton County

Waterman traveling across Florida brings environmental awareness East coast Floridian, stand up paddle boarder and founder of environmental group Mother Ocean, Justin Riney is on a mission to bring environmental awareness. Headed across the State of Florida for a 365 … Continue reading →