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Go birding, learn about wildlife with Bay County Audubon Society  

Go birding, learn about wildlife with Bay County Audubon Society. Upcoming events, presentations, and field trips and more with Bay County Audubon Society in March and April 2024.  Field trips are subject to the weather. No rain dates have been scheduled. For questions, call or email Ron Houser at 850-774-9733; ronhouser84@gmail.com. March 11: Meet in person in the St. Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall at 6:30 p.m. on the second Monday of each month, September-May. Informal socializing starts at 6:30 p.m., routine business...

Guided plant walk at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park March 18

You’re invited to a plant identification walk at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on the third Monday of the month. The walk starts at 9:00 am at tram stop #2, and is led by Bill Kuenstler, Master Gardener and Master Naturalist. Learn about the many native plants at the park. Driving Directions Located in Santa Rosa Beach, the park is located 1/4 south of U.S. Hwy 98 on western end of Scenic Hwy. 30A.  ::MAP:...

Apalachicola Riverkeeper hosting hike along the Garden of Eden Trail Feb. 18

Join the Apalachicola Riverkeeper folks for a hike on Sunday, February 18, 2024 at 9 a.m.. We’ll be hiking the Garden of Eden trail on the Nature Conservancy’s Apalachicola Bluffs and Ravines preserve. The 4.2 mile trail winds through sandy-bottomed creeks and up tall bluffs overlooking the mighty Apalachicola River. This trail can be quite difficult at times with steep inclines and slopes, please be prepared for a challenging hike. Find out more info and register for the trip here:...

Ranger led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park March 7

Enjoy a ranger-led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, March 7, 2024 from 10 – 11 a.m. Join in for a ranger-guided nature hike. Camp Helen boasts nine distinct natural communities throughout the park with varied flora and fauna. Learn about our rare coastal dune lake, Lake Powell, as well as the park wildlife. Hike is suitable for all ages. Dress for the weather; water and bug spray are recommended. The Friends of Camp Helen are excited to be open...

Ranger led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park Feb. 1

Enjoy a ranger-led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024 from 10 – 11 a.m. Join in for a ranger-guided nature hike. Camp Helen boasts nine distinct natural communities throughout the park with varied flora and fauna. Learn about our rare coastal dune lake, Lake Powell, as well as the park wildlife. Hike is suitable for all ages. Dress for the weather; water and bug spray are recommended. The Friends of Camp Helen are excited to be open...

New trailhead in Point Washington State Forest opens in Seagrove

A new trailhead into the Point Washington State Forest trails has opened in Seagrove. The new location offers abundant parking, picnic areas, bike racks, and restrooms and is located just west of The Lodge Hotel and directly behind YOLO Board and Bike, 4735 E County Highway 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Coordinates 30.31164° N, 86.10090° W The trail is marked with pink blazes and ties directly into the Cassine Trail which is part of the Longleaf Greenway Trail. The hike...

Guided plant walk at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Jan. 15

You’re invited to a plant identification walk at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on the third Monday of the month. The walk starts at 9:00 am at tram stop #2, and is led by Bill Kuenstler, Master Gardener and Master Naturalist. Learn about the many native plants at the park. Driving Directions Located in Santa Rosa Beach, the park is located 1/4 south of U.S. Hwy 98 on western end of Scenic Hwy. 30A.  ::MAP:  ...

Ranger led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park Jan. 4

Enjoy a ranger-led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024 from 10 – 11 a.m. Join in for a ranger-guided nature hike. Camp Helen boasts nine distinct natural communities throughout the park with varied flora and fauna. Learn about our rare coastal dune lake, Lake Powell, as well as the park wildlife. Hike is suitable for all ages. Dress for the weather; water and bug spray are recommended. Park Fees There is an honor entrance station. The fee...

Ranger led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park Dec. 7

Enjoy a ranger-led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023 from 10 – 11 a.m. Join in for a ranger-guided nature hike. Camp Helen boasts nine distinct natural communities throughout the park with varied flora and fauna. Learn about our rare coastal dune lake, Lake Powell, as well as the park wildlife. Hike is suitable for all ages. Dress for the weather; water and bug spray are recommended. Park Fees There is an honor entrance station. The fee...

Guided plant walk at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Dec. 18

You’re invited to a plant identification walk at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on the third Monday of the month. The walk starts at 9:00 am at tram stop #2, and is led by Bill Kuenstler, Master Gardener and Master Naturalist. Learn about the many native plants at the park. Driving Directions Located in Santa Rosa Beach, the park is located 1/4 south of U.S. Hwy 98 on western end of Scenic Hwy. 30A.  ::MAP:...

Guided plant walk at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Nov. 20

You’re invited to a plant identification walk at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on the third Monday of the month. The walk starts at 9:00 am at tram stop #2, and is led by Bill Kuenstler, Master Gardener and Master Naturalist. Learn about the many native plants at the park. Driving Directions Located in Santa Rosa Beach, the park is located 1/4 south of U.S. Hwy 98 on western end of Scenic Hwy. 30A.  ::MAP:  ...