August 30, 2017

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Fishing classes at Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park on Saturdays in Sept.

Date/time: Saturday September 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th – 8 a.m. – 12 Noon Join Bass Pro Shops every Saturday during September of 2017 for a unique opportunity to take a fishing class. Participants are told to please meet at the boat ramp at 8:00am where we will demonstrate the proper techniques for using a cast net to catch bait. Afterwards, they will walk over to a nearby pavilion where there is a small strip of beach from which to...

Walton County fishing report for Aug. 30

Fishing is good Bay: Still small redfish, and a few mangrove snapper. River: Good reports bass bites in the lower river. 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. – Fri.: 6 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Sat.: 6 a.m....

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park hosting beach clean up Sept. 16

Date/time: Saturday, Sept. 16, 9:15 – 11 a.m. Join Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on International Coastal Cleanup Day for a beach cleanup on September 16, 2017 from 9:15 – 11:00 a.m. Help keep the beach safe for the threatened and endangered species that call the beach home by minimizing the impact of marine debris on the beach and in the Gulf. To register as a beach cleanup volunteer please call 850-267-8330 and provide your name, email address, phone number...

Scarecrow festival in Chipley Sept. 23

Date/time: Sat., Sept. 23, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Washington County Historical Society is hosting their annual Scarecrow Festival on Saturday, Sept. 23. The event will be held at 685 7th Street, Chipley. The festival features a scarecrow contest with numerous categories and cash prizes. The event will also host craft vendors, offer music by D.J. Orwat playing lost tunes from eras gone by and this years food vendor will be the Blalock’s and their food truck. (Bring on...

Fall equinox gathering at Glendale Memorial Preserve Sept. 22-24

A fun-filled weekend is planned in celebration of the fall equinox at Glendale Memorial Preserve. Enjoy primitive camping, tours, nature walk, climb the fire tower, arts/crafts, potluck, bonfire, and Saturday night music and dance. Bring a friend from Sept. 22-24 and a musical instrument, food to share, and good vibes. For more information, call Nita at 850-585-9460 or John at 850-859-2141. Glendale Memorial Preserve is located 9 miles north of DeFuniak Springs on Hwy. 83. Learn more about Glendale here....

Washington County Fun and Fitness 5K Colorburst Sept. 23

The 3rd Annual Washington County Fun & Fitness 5K Colorburst is held to support the Florida Surgeon General’s Healthiest Weight Florida’s 5K Initiative. The purpose is to bring awareness of the importance of increasing physical activity, improving nutrition habits and celebrating clean air. The event will be held Saturday, September 23, 2017 at the Old Chipley High School track on North Railroad Ave in Chipley, FL. Registration begins at 7am. A finale party complete with a live DJ, activities for...

Renovations complete at Cotton Landing on Holmes Creek

Northwest Florida Water Management District has completed much needed renovations to Cotton Landing on Holmes Creek. The restoration stabilized approximately 125 linear feet of shoreline, helping to reduce erosion as well as new storm water treatment. ADA boardwalks and access points have also been installed. The landing has new overlooks with benches, a picnic pavilion, porta-potty, and improved parking. In addition, native trees such as Florida maple and cypress have been planted to help restore the eroded areas. Primitive campsites...

Cornhole tournament in Rosemary Beach Sept. 2

Date/time: Sat., Sept. 2, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Bring the entire family for a day of corn hole competition and fun during Labor Day weekend.  Join the community of Rosemary Beach for their 3rd Annual 30A Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, September 2.  Free giveaways, bounce house with slide, DJ, Photobooth and more, along with amazing prizes for winning teams. The event will be held at East Long Green Road, North Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach , FL 32461 View Map...