November 30, 2016

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Walton County fishing report for Nov. 30

Fishing is good Bay: Still good trout bites with some over 17 inches, and all size redfish. One report of a 50 lb. being caught. River: Crappie and flathead catfish Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S Freeport, Florida 32439 (850) 835-4277 Store hours: Mon. –...

Celtic Christmas concert in Santa Rosa Beach Dec. 3, DeFuniak Springs Dec. 4

Dec. 3 – Marcille Wallis and Friends present Christmas with the Celts in Santa Rosa Beach. The concert will be held from 6 – 9 p.m. at 360 WRM Circle, Blue Mountain Beach Industrial Park in Santa Rosa Beach. Come join Marcille Wallis, Don Pigeon, Matt Miller, and Kate Valley for a night of toe tapping instrumentals, sing along carols, rousing dance numbers, and Christmas cheer as they perform their 17th annual Christmas with the Celts concert series. This will...

Polar Bear Plunge in Santa Rosa Beach Jan. 1

The South Walton Fire District in conjunction with Gulf Place will be hosting the 4th Annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day at Ed Walline Beach Access. Registration starts at 11 am at Gulf Place. “Plunge” starts at 1 p.m. sharp! A $20 donation is encouraged as all proceeds will benefit the SWFD Department Relations Committee (DRC). The DRC purchases fire/life safety educational-promotional items for community based educational programs that are held throughout the year. For more information, contact...

Hydrobike Christmas cocoa, campfire and carols Dec 17, 18, 22

Emerald Coast Hydrobikes and Grayton Beach Catering have teamed up to bring you a holiday celebration the whole family will remember. The night begins by exploring the Choctawhatchee Bay until the sky paints a beautiful sunset. Then gather around the campfire with old friends and new. Chili will be served. Hot dogs and marshmallows will be roasted while we sing Carols and enjoy “Charlie’s Favorite Christmas” read by Cheri Peebles Space is limited so book early. Advance registration required. Choose...

Christmas at the Beach at Gulf Place Dec. 3

Date/time: Saturday, Dec. 3, 2 – 5 p.m. Gulf Place community, Hope Lutheran Church and Point Washington Methodist Church have joined together to host the second annual Christmas on the Beach on December 3, 2016 from 2 -5 p.m. The Christmas event includes lots of free things for families to enjoy. Parents can relax knowing that all the Christmas workshops, children’s games, music performances, pictures with Santa Claus and lighting of the Gulf Place Christmas tree. Parents don’t have to...

Choctawhatchee Audubon activities for December

Dec 1: Monthly Meeting: Presentation “The Christmas Bird Count 2016.” Learn about the oldest and largest wildlife survey in the world and how you can help. Alan Knothe, biologist and local bird count coordinator, will speak on the history of the National Christmas Bird Count and the origination of our count in Okaloosa County. You will learn how to identify rare and unusual birds and how to get involved. No birding experience is necessary. The actual count will take place...

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park hosting art in the park Dec. 9

Date/time: Fri., Dec. 9, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Basket Weaving and Water Color Classes with Carol Dickson Art in the Park is back at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park starting on December 9, 2016 9 a.m. – 1 p.m with basket weaving.  Join local artist Carol Dickson for an opportunity to create a work of art.  Class fees for the December 9th class are $35 and include all materials needed.  Regular park admission applies and is paid at ranger...

Community campfire at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Dec. 3

Date/time: Sat., Dec. 3, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Join Topsail Hill Preserve State Park for a good ol’ community campfire on December 3, 2016 from 5:30p.m. – 7:30p.m.  There will be s’mores, sing – a – long songs, hot chocolate, stories by the Bay Storytellers and lots of fun! Provisions provided.  Be sure to arrive before the gates close at 7pm.  Event is free with regular park admission. To learn more about the park, click here. A $6.00 entry admission...