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Learn about sea turtles at Topsail May 3
Time: 2:30 p.m. The majestic Sea Turtles are getting ready to begin another reproductive season. Last year was one of the best on record at the park. Learn the facts about common Sea Turtles at Topsail. Be a part of … Continue reading
South Walton Turtle Watch takes care of our area’s nesting sea turtles
Sea turtle nesting season runs May 1 – October 31 According to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, sea turtles are among the oldest creatures on earth, and have remained essentially unchanged for 110 million years. However, they face an … Continue reading
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First South Walton turtle nest of 2012 laid by an endangered Kemp’s Ridley
Turtle season starts with a special visitor! It’s official, turtle nesting has begun along the beaches of South Walton. The season started off with a special occasion on May 12, 2012 as the first nest was laid by an endangered … Continue reading
South Walton Turtle Watch keeps track of nesting sea turtles
Sea turtle nesting season runs May 1 – October 31 According to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, sea turtles are among the oldest creatures on earth, and have remained essentially unchanged for 110 million years. However, they face an … Continue reading
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South Walton Turtle Watch looking for a few good volunteers
2012 turtle nesting season about to start Love sea turtles and want to be a part of a great team of turtle nest walkers? South Walton Turtle Watch is looking for a few good volunteers. If you like getting up … Continue reading
Learn about sea turtles at Topsail Aug. 18
Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on Scenic Road 30A Time: 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. The Department of Environmental Protection’s Topsail Hill Preserve State Park will be having a presentation on sea turtles. It is a very special time of … Continue reading
Be mindful at the beach, sea turtles are hatching
Remember, beach goers are guests in wildlife’s natural environment It is sea turtle nesting season in South Walton along our beaches. As of Aug. 5, 2011, 36 sea turtle nests have been laid this season, and more are are expected. … Continue reading
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Learn about sea turtles at Topsail Aug. 18
Learn about preserving these ancient and majestic creatures Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on Scenic Road 30A Thursday, Aug. 18 – 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. The Department of Environmental Protection’s Topsail Hill Preserve State Park will be having a … Continue reading
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Tagged Beaches, florida state parks, sea turtles, south walton, Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
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Dedicated group watches over sea turtles
South Walton Turtle Watch Group keeps track of South Walton nesting sea turtles South Walton turtle nest season runs May 1 – October 31 According to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, sea turtles, are among the oldest creatures on … Continue reading
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Walton students design artwork for turtle festival
Artwork will adorn posters and t-shirts Turtle Watch, South Walton Community Council, and the Merchants of Gulf Place gratefully acknowledge Walton County elementary school art teachers Constance Rogers, Laurie Hudson, and Jennifer Bush for their participation in the Turtle Fest 2011 poster … Continue reading
