March 20, 2012

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Four license-free fishing days in Florida start April 7

Freshwater: April 7 and June 9  Saltwater: June 2 and Sept. 1 Grab your fishing rods and tackle box. It’s almost time – April 7 – to take advantage of the first of four license-free fishing days scheduled for this summer in Florida. The days are perfect chances for parents, who don’t yet have a license, to take youth fishing, or for avid anglers to introduce a friend to the recreational pursuit without having to purchase a license. The Florida...

South Walton Turtle Watch looking for a few good volunteers

2012 turtle nesting season about to start Love sea turtles and want to be a part of a great team of turtle nest walkers? South Walton Turtle Watch is looking for a few good volunteers. If you like getting up early, walking on the beach, being involved  with nature and making a difference, they are looking for you. Walking will be from during the sea turtle nesting season from May to October. Can you walk one day a week? Two...

Walton County fishing report for Mar. 14

Fishing is through the roof! Surf: Redfish, some pompano, whiting and even sheepshead being caught. Choctawhatchee Bay: Speckled trout is through the roof. Large trout 26″ and up being caught. Creeks/river: Crappie is good, folks are gearing up for bream fishing. Hunting: Turkeys are gobbling. Copeland’s has just received their Mathew’s shipment today. Head on over and check out their bows. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and...

Design your dream garden seminar offered April 29 and May 6

Learn how to design your own edible landscape Do you have a vision of the garden you’ve always wanted? Do you dream of having a luscious edible landscape or entertaining in your own beautiful backyard? Do you envision a butterfly garden exploding in color, or a serene, meditation garden? Learn how to make your dream a reality. I will guide you through the steps to bring your vision to life. We’ll explore the basic concepts that will provide the foundation...

DeFuniak Springs Police Rodeo April 7

Proceeds benefit Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast Barrel racing, bull riding, and family fun. The DeFuniak Springs Police Department is hosting the 3rd annual rodeo to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast. Rodeo will be at the Walton County Fairgrounds on Sat., April 7, 2012. The Rodeo starts at 7 p.m., gates open at 5:30 p.m. Food and kid friendly activities will also be available. Ticket prices: Children 6 and under FREE In...