January 4, 2011

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Canine training courses offered at Alaqua Animal Refuge

Classes start Jan. 15 Got a new puppy over the holidays or interested in training Fido in agility? Starting Jan. 15, Alaqua Animal Refuge will be hosting dog training classes for puppy, agility and obedience. A four-week course will be available starting Jan. 15 and run through Feb. 5 Cost is $45 for the 4-week classes or $15 per class. To register, contact Christina or Paul at 404-307-7105 or 404-234-7948 or email EasyTrain@me.com Class times: 9:45 a.m. – Intermediate agility...

Civil War declared at peaceful Eden Gardens Jan. 22-23, 2011

Annual School of the Soldier and Civil War skirmishes at Eden Gardens State Park Sat., Jan. 22nd from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sun., Jan. 23rd from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Eden Gardens State Park will host the 17th Annual School of the Soldier event led by 7th Vermont Company D (Walton Guard). This will be the 147th anniversary of the actual event that took place in the Point Washington area during the Civil War in 1864 between the...

Alaqua Animal Refuge furever friend of the week

Brown-eyed girl looking for love This dog with the big beautiful eyes is Mona.  She’s a hound/shepherd mix who was rescued  from a kill shelter, and is now happy to be at Alaqua Animal Refuge.  Everyone who meets her agrees that she’s a real sweetheart of a dog, and if you were to look up gentle in the dictionary, there you should find a picture of Mona.  Exceptionally good walking on a leash, Mona is an excellent example of perfect...

Horseback rides in paradise

Local horsewoman recalls trail rides on South Walton beaches Folks that have lived in South Walton for more than eight years, will probably remember the Brand “N Iron Corral on U.S. Hwy 98 in Santa Rosa Beach. One would often spot horsewoman, Lanna Williams, along with her young riders sauntering along the beaches and trails in the area. Williams remembers when a trail ride to the beach was a refreshing treat for both the riders and the horses. “The horses...

Barred owl gets second lease on life

Injured bird set free after six weeks of rehabilitation One lucky barred owl got a second lease of life Dec. 31 after recovering from serious injuries. Back on November 20, 2010, the young adult owl was struck by a truck and lodged in the grill. With a broken leg, wing and cracked beak, the owl was transported to the emergency animal clinic. Lisa Miller of Wildlife Rehabilitators Partnership of Northwest Florida was contacted to care for the bird. After generously...