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Imperiled reptile species monitored in Point Washington and Pine Log State Forest

FWC documents species of greatest conservation need  Every day is a new discovery for Charlene Hopkins, wildlife biologist with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. As the field biologist for the Ephemeral Pond Sampling Project in the Point Washington State Forest and Pine Log State Forest, Hopkins’ job is to document the presence of imperiled reptile species in the forests. In 2002, the project started in the two upland sandhill pine forests with emphasis on documenting the presence of...

Spring has arrived

Happy Vernal Equinox (Spring Equinox) The Spring Equinox is an event that occurs once a year, when the Sun reaches a point in the constellation of Pisces known as the First Point of Aries. As the Earth orbits the Sun, its poles always point at fixed positions in the sky. The north pole points toward Polaris (the Pole Star), while the south pole points towards the constellation of Octans. The planet’s orientation is fixed relative to the stars, subject to...

It’s A Spring Thing at Camp Helen State Park April 6

Interactive event fun for the entire family Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Department of Environmental Protection’s Camp Helen State Park and the Friends of Camp Helen State Park, Inc. present “IT’S A SPRING THING” a fun interactive event that promotes a variety of activities and resources available in the Bay County and Walton counties.  Food and refreshments will be available. Fees: Park entrance fees will be waived to participants. Contact: (850) 233-5059 for more information. :: MAP::...

E.O. Wilson and Tony Hiss to speak at Freeport High School April 2

This event has been cancelled. The E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center is hosting authors Dr. E. O. Wilson (namesake of the Biophilia Center), and Tony Hiss on April 2 at Freeport High School. The program will run from 5 – 6:15 p.m. Dr. Wilson’s discussion will focus on regional and local ecology, and Tony Hiss’ focus will be on the continental ecological connection. Admission is free and open to the public. Seating is limited. For more information contact the Biophilia Center...

Volunteers needed for oyster shell bagging March 15 and 22

The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance is looking for volunteers to help bag oyster shells on Mar. 15 and Mar. 22, 2013 from 1 – 4 p.m. You will be bagging at the South Walton Center of Northwest Florida State College, 109 Greenway Trail, Santa Rosa Beach. RSVP to Alison McDowell at Mcdowel2@nwfsc.edu (850) 200-4173 or Rachel Gwin gwinr@nwfsc.edu What to bring/wear: Wear clothes and close-toed shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty. Bring sunscreen, snacks, a water bottle and a hat....

Public forum discussing the Choctawhatchee River March 28

The South Walton Community Council welcomes Ms. Julie Terrell and Mr. Mike Mullen as guest speakers at their March Public Forum. Ms. Terrell is the director of the Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance and Mr. Mullen is the founder and director of the Choctawhatchee Riverkeepers. The two organizations share a concern for the Choctawhatchee River, a dominant geographic and natural factor in Walton County. Following their presentations, Ms. Terrell and Mr. Mullen will take questions from the audience. Open to the public...