July 3, 2010

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FWC, partners to relocate Northwest Florida sea turtle eggs

Sea turtle hatchlings will get a chance for survival on Florida’s east coast Sea turtle hatchlings face great challenges when they crawl to the water, swim offshore, and begin their lives in the ocean. They face many dangerous obstacles, both on the beach and in the water – some natural, some because of man – that make survival difficult. This summer, the hatchlings of these threatened and endangered species emerging from nests on Northwest Florida beaches would face an additional,...

2nd Annual YOLO Board Seaside Celebration September 14 – 18

Stand-up paddleboard races, art show, free concert and silent auction will benefit South Walton Fire Department Junior Lifeguard Program YOLO Board announces details of the 2nd Annual YOLO Board Seaside Celebration scheduled from Tuesday, September 14th to Saturday, September 18th in Seaside, FL.  The celebration planned includes five days of Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) inspired activities ranging from a Seven Mile Elite Race and a Three Mile Recreation Race with over $5,000 of prizes awarded for each race, a SUP inspired...

T-6 Texan crashes into Gulf of Mexico near Miramar Beach

Second T-6 in six months to crash near South Walton coastline A T-6 Texan aircraft crashed into the Gulf of Mexico off of Miramar Beach July 2. The crash happened at approximately 12:30 p.m. about 400 yards offshore near Pompano Joe’s just outside the Walton County line. Witnesses said the plane was doing stunt maneuvers all morning in the area when it ran into trouble. “It was doing tricks all morning, it saw there was another plane carrying a banner...

Strong rip currents keep SWFD busy with rescues

More than a dozen people rescued from the Gulf July 2 The SWFD responded to four water rescue calls involving eight distressed swimmers by 11:30 a.m. July 2 and four more by 2 p.m. As SWFD lifeguards worked tirelessly to warn beach goers of the inherent dangers that the surf conditions presented, many times their warnings were ignored requiring the lifeguards to perform rescues. The South Walton Fire District (SWFD) would strongly encourage all beach goers to familiarize themselves with...

South Walton Fire District urges safety with fireworks this weekend

Nothing says “Happy Birthday, America” like a night sky full of colorful fireworks, but there are some things you should know before you take a trip to a local fireworks store Under Florida law, only novelty-type fireworks are legal for consumer usage, and anything that flies in the air or explodes is illegal. The law does allow consumers to purchase fireworks for agricultural purposes, such as frightening birds from farms and fish hatcheries, but purchasers must have a permit to...

FWC taking unprecedented action to protect wildlife from oil disaster

Moving turtle eggs one of the risks involved in protecting numerous species from decimation An editorial from FWC chairman Rodney Barreto As an unprecedented crisis spews oil into the Gulf of Mexico, our ocean, our fish and our wildlife suffer immediate and devastating impacts. The good people on the Gulf coast are fighting for their very livelihoods because of the impacts of the oil spill, but they have strong voices coming to their aid, and they are beginning to get...

Learn about the native snakes of Florida at Topsail July 8

Native snakes of Florida program offers fascinating facts Thursday, July 8 – 1:30 p.m. Come and join the park for a presentation of native snakes.  Learn the differences between venomous and non-venomous snakes and how they help the environment.  Park at the Day-Use area off Hwy 30A and take a short hike to the clubhouse. All programs require a $6.00 entry admission per vehicle into the park. Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on Scenic Road 30A – Click here for...

Seaside serves up hot tunes under the stars every Wednesday

Celebrate the summer with great live music The Seaside Summer Concert Series every Wednesday hosts popular acts from across the southeast, and beyond, in the Seaside Amphitheater. Many of the artists featured this summer have never performed in Seaside or anywhere along the Florida Gulf Coast, so don’t miss your chance to experience these amazing musicians. Below are the bands scheduled to perform in Seaside during the month of July. The concerts will be held at the Seaside Amphitheater 7...