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Be part of the state-wide bluebird blitz Nov. 18-19

Florida Bluebird Society expanding knowledge about eastern bluebirds throughout Florida The second annual Statewide Bluebird Blitz will take place on Friday November 18 and Saturday November 19, 2011. What is a Bluebird Blitz? The Statewide Bluebird Blitz is a concentrated effort by as many volunteers as possible going out all over the state of Florida on specific dates to locate as many Eastern Bluebirds as possible. Why a Bluebird Blitz? There is much general information available about bluebirds, but what...

Enjoy a hike along Bruce Creek in Walton County

Hiking this beautiful creek 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 shallow creek runs west to east through the center of the county and eventually empties into the Choctawhatchee River. The trail is not maintained, however mostly clear and fairly easily to navigate. This area within the river basin is accessible when...

Pioneer Day at Rocky Bayou State Park Nov. 12

Enjoy a day of pioneer history at the park On Sat., Nov. 12, from 10 a.m. – 3  p.m. the Friends of Emerald Coast State Parks will be hosting their annual Pioneer Day at Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park in Niceville. See demonstrations of pioneer skills such as spinning, weaving, quilting, basket-making, corn grinding, butter churning and shingle making. Dip candles, make rag dolls, quilt, and try your skill with a saw. Listen to tales of pioneer life in...

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 eagles, ospreys, fox squirrels, black bears, wild turkeys, deer and numerous other species. It’s all about being in the right place at the right time. One species you may miss that’s migrating through our area now are white pelicans. Just...

Choctawhatchee Audubon events for November

Join the Choctawhatchee Audubon for birding education and field trips The following are events and programs for the Choctawhatchee Audubon Society NOVEMBER 3: MONTHLY MEETING: Birders and other nature enthusiasts will enjoy a program by Barb Almario of the Florida Wildlife & Conservation Commission titled, “Demographic Monitoring of the Bachman’s Sparrow in the Blackwater Wildlife Management Area”. Learn about efforts to studyand protect this celebrated, but declining, species whose song is one the the sounds most identified with the pine...

Explore the Creek Trail in Santa Rosa Beach

Four miles of meandering trails a pleasant walk or bike ride Many folks aren’t aware of a great little trail to explore in Santa Rosa Beach. Located around the busy South Walton Government Annex buildings, the Creek Trail offers more than four miles of hiking and biking enjoyment. Easily accessible, one can meander through the trails and enjoy the beauty of South Walton’s natural resources. The Creek Trail boasts forest footpaths, multi-use paved trails, and bridges crossing over wetlands areas....