March 12, 2013

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7th Annual Grayton Beach Kids Fishing Tournament April 13

Time to catch some fish! The Seventh Annual CCA Kids Fishing Tournament will be held from 7 a.m. – noon on Saturday, April 13 at Grayton Beach. Sponsored by the Coastal Conservation Association, this popular tournament is for boys and girls age 15 and under. The first 100 kids will be given their own rod and reel combo from Fish Florida, along with beach rod holders from Ferguson Waterworks, bait, and tackle donated from Yellowfin Ocean Sports. All participants shall...

Snake avoidance clinic for dogs at Hammock Bay May 18

The Emerald Coast Vizsla Club is hosting a Snake Avoidance Clinic with Dr. Bud Calderwood, DVM at Hammock Bay on May 18, 2013. The clinic is open to any breed of dog. Dogs must be leash-trained, over 6 months old and weigh at least 20 pounds. Time: 8 a.m. Location: Entrance to the Bay Club at Hammock Bay off of CR- 83A/East Bay Loop Rd/West Bay Loop Rd, Freeport. Turn left off of Hwy. 20 onto East Bay Loop Rd/CR-...

E.O. Wilson and Tony Hiss to speak at Freeport High School April 2

This event has been cancelled. The E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center is hosting authors Dr. E. O. Wilson (namesake of the Biophilia Center), and Tony Hiss on April 2 at Freeport High School. The program will run from 5 – 6:15 p.m. Dr. Wilson’s discussion will focus on regional and local ecology, and Tony Hiss’ focus will be on the continental ecological connection. Admission is free and open to the public. Seating is limited. For more information contact the Biophilia Center...

Southern magnolia grandiflora champion resides in DeFuniak Springs

173-year old tree a sight to see  Many people might simply drive by and not even notice a very special tree that graces the stately Circle Drive in DeFuniak Springs. However, according to the Walton County Heritage Association, this special Southern Magnolia (Magnolia Grandiflora) has a long history of residence dating back to 1840. Last measured, the tree has a spreading crown of 72 feet, is 60 feet high, and has a trunk circumference of 12.5 feet. The tree ranks...

Volunteers needed for oyster shell bagging March 15 and 22

The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance is looking for volunteers to help bag oyster shells on Mar. 15 and Mar. 22, 2013 from 1 – 4 p.m. You will be bagging at the South Walton Center of Northwest Florida State College, 109 Greenway Trail, Santa Rosa Beach. RSVP to Alison McDowell at Mcdowel2@nwfsc.edu (850) 200-4173 or Rachel Gwin gwinr@nwfsc.edu What to bring/wear: Wear clothes and close-toed shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty. Bring sunscreen, snacks, a water bottle and a hat....

South Walton Fire District lifeguards take to the beach Mar. 9

The South Walton Fire District (SWFD) lifeguards will report to their nine tower locations Saturday March 9, 2013. The Beach Safety and Education Program, a partnership between the SWFD and the South Walton Tourist Development Council (TDC), will begin its 8th season as new and returning lifeguards report for duty. The life guards are completing their annual training academy, which lasts 84 hours and consists of medical, surf rescue techniques, beach and water surveillance techniques, strength and stamina conditioning, SWFD...