Tag Archives: wildlife

Enjoy the natural beauty of Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park

Bring your camera and watch nature put on a spectacular show Interested in viewing wildlife from the comfort of a pontoon boat? Head over to Wakulla Springs and watch nature put on a spectacular show at this beautiful Florida State … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 27, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

Enjoy a hike along Bruce Creek in Walton County

Hiking this beautiful creek is an easy trek A great way to explore the Choctawhatchee River basin is taking a hike along Bruce Creek in Northeast Walton County. Located off of State Road 81 south of Ponce De Leon, this … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 19, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

Keep your eyes to the sky for migrating white pelicans in Northwest Florida

Migration time for white pelicans By Stan Kirkland, FWC One of the many benefits of living in the Florida panhandle and particularly near the coast is the vast variety of wildlife we often see. Daily, you’re apt to see bald … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 16, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

A variety of nature trails await the explorer at Conservation Park in Panama City Beach

22 miles of trails at new park Looking for a great park to explore and hike a new trail? Then head over to the newly completed Conservation Park in Panama City Beach for a great little nature trek. With more … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 11, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

Panoramic views of ancient sandunes await at Deer Lake State Park

A beautiful walk awaits you in South Walton Tucked away along Scenic Highway 30A, just west of WaterSound, Deer Lake State Park offers park goers a look at one of Northwest Florida’s diverse ecosystems. Walk along ancient sand dunes, a … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 5, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

Wildflower and butterfly hike a featured event at Back To Nature Festival Oct. 14-16

Take a walk into the forest with a master gardener and naturalist Oct. 15 Locals and visitors will have the opportunity to learn about wildflowers and butterflies with and expert this year at the Back To Nature Festival in South … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 4, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

Wildflowers bloom in the Point Washington State Forest

Autumn brings colorful display to the forest floor Fall months in the Point Washington State Forest offers a diverse landscape for a hiker or biker to explore the area’s natural beauty. Most of the State Forest consists of sandhill, basin … Continue reading →

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Posted on September 29, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

Public invited to participate in Florida fox squirrel population study

Have you seen any fox squirrels? In Florida, the fox squirrel can be found in almost every county, but the distribution is patchy and not well understood. To better understand fox squirrel distribution, a new research project conducted by the … Continue reading →

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Posted on September 14, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

Knowledge is key when living around black bears

Bears’ appetites soar in fall, so stash your garbage Florida black bears turn into eating machines this time of year, stuffing their stomachs in preparation for winter. For gluttonous bears, raiding a garbage can may be more appealing than foraging … Continue reading →

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Posted on September 3, 2011 by Walton Outdoors

Women’s outdoor workshop coming to Panama City Oct. 15, 2011

Sessions in archery, fishing, wilderness survival, kayaking and more 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 … Continue reading →