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Cool off on a hot summer day at Morrison Springs

May 12, 2022
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Birding, Eco adventure, Fishing, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat, Parks

Walton County Park offers spectacular scenery both above and below the water line Walton County offers many places to explore. In the summertime, the one that can’t be beat is Morrison Springs in the Northeastern part of the county. Just south of Ponce De Leon, the 161-acre park is well known in the area, and popular with divers and nature enthusiasts across the south. Cypress trees abound around the spring with their crisp, bright green needles defining the landscape. The...

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Enjoy the natural wonders of Escribano Point Wildlife Management Area

November 18, 2021
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Eco adventure, Fishing, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Interested in heading out for a few days exploring Florida nature at its best? Hike, camp, paddle, fish, or hunt at the Escribano Point Wildlife Management Area (EPWMA). Located within the boundaries of Eglin Air Force base, just north of Navarre, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy 4,057 acres of diverse recreational opportunities nestled along the shoreline of Blackwater Bay. All managed by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Escribano Point’s rich habitat mix creates year-round wildlife viewing. Salt marshes are some...

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Explore nature at St. Vincent Island National Wildlife Refuge

March 6, 2021
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Beaches, Biking, Birding, Eco adventure, Environment, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Have you ever wanted to step back in time and explore the natural beauty of Florida? Pack yourself a lunch and head over to the undeveloped treasure chest that awaits you at the St. Vincent Island National Wildlife Refuge (NWR). Located at the mouth of the Apalachicola River, in the Gulf of Mexico, St. Vincent Island NWR is a 12,300-acre barrier island. The island is 9 miles long and 4 miles wide. The triangular island is larger than most of...

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Explore nature along three trails in Bear Creek Educational Forest

March 2, 2021
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Birding, Eco adventure, Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Explore unique ecosystems at Bear Creek A wealth of wildlife, birds and wildflowers await visitors to Bear Creek Educational Forest just west of Tallahassee in Quincy. Located within the Lake Talquin State Forest, Bear Creek focuses on education, with an array of learning experiences for visitors. This 492-acre tract of the forest meanders through many natural communities including wetlands, sandhills and dramatic steephead ravines. Along with a variety of birds and wildlife, an abundance of tree species are found in...

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Swim, picnic and enjoy nature at Pitt and Sylvan springs Recreation Area

July 21, 2020
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Birding, Eco adventure, Environment, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Cool off on a hot summer’s day Looking for a place to take a dip in a spring and grill a few dogs and burgers? Head over to the newly renovated Pitt and Sylvan Springs and enjoy a day nestled in nature along Econfina Creek. Located along State Road 20 in Bay County, this public recreation area recently went through major restoration by Northwest Florida Water Management District. The endeavor was the first phase of the District’s Econfina Springs Complex...

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Exploring Walton County’s Black Creek and Mitchell River

July 14, 2020
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Birding, Fishing, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun

Boating along adjacent waterways provide a for laid back day up the creek Accessible from either the Choctawhatchee Bay or one of several boat ramps off of CR 3280 such as Black Creek Lodge, Black Creek and the Mitchell River are two waterways that offer the perfect opportunity to explore nature, fish or bird watch. Cypress and juniper trees hang lazily over the water, and the tall cypress provides the perfect perch for wetland raptors such as osprey and swallow-tailed...

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Explore the beauty of Eden Gardens State Park

May 24, 2020
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Eco adventure, Home/Garden, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Walking on the grass encouraged at this family friendly park NOTE: Effective May 6, 2020 – House tours are unavailable until further notice. Restroom availability may be limited, all other park facilities are closed. Visitors are expected to maintain distances of at least six feet apart and limit group size to ten or fewer people. 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...

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Four scenic locations to paddle up an appetite and enjoy a great lunch

March 22, 2020
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Birding, Eco adventure, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat

Short paddle adventures paired with great eateries around Walton County Note: For the time being, all restaurants mentioned in this story are offering take out only. Some of Northwest Florida’s most scenic natural landscapes can be found right here in Walton County. Kayakers, canoeists and stand up paddle boarders have many locations to enjoy nature’s delights just a few paddle strokes away. If you are interested in venturing on a paddle excursion but can’t afford to spend the entire day,...

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