September 23, 2013

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Nick’s Chicks Showdown lady anglers tournament October 5

Attention lady anglers, Nick’s Seafood Restaurant is hosting Nick’s Chicks Showdow ladies fishing tournament on Oct. 5, 2013. Reel in redfish, speckled trout, catfish and ladyfish from the Choctawhatchee Bay for prize money. Entry Fee- $30.00 per person All payouts guaranteed (based on minimum of 50 anglers) Payout:  1st place-$500.00, 2nd place-$400.00, 3rd place-$300.00, 4th place-$200.00, 5th place-$100.00  Door Prizes and gifts for places 6th-10th.  Payout based on a 50 angler participation. Species:  Redfish, Speckled Trout, Catfish, and Ladyfish.Optional Trash...

Happy first day of autumn

The autumnal equinox, the official first day of fall, Sept. 22, 2013 On the autumnal equinox, the sun is directly over the earth’s equator, and there are equal hours of day and night. Since the summer solstice, days have been getting shorter, and from now until the vernal equinox, the days will remain shorter than nights....

30A 10K and 1 Mile Fun Run

The Second Annual 30A 10K & 1 Mile Fun Run will take place in South Walton’s Rosemary Beach, Fla. on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28. The fast & flat, out-and-back course route is designed for running enthusiasts looking for a great race to set a personal record or families that want to start a new, fun tradition on Thanksgiving Day morning. Event proceeds benefit local non-profit groups Donations 4 Danny, Food for Thought Outreach, Inc. and Lighthouse Family Retreat. Early registration...

Walton County fishing report for Sept. 18

Fishing picking up Choctawhatchee Bay: Trout has started picking up again along the causeways along with redfish. Creeks/river: River has gone down up in Caryville. Shellcracker and a some crappie biting. River very fishable. Mouth of the river has a few hybrids and trout. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop...

Fun filled day in Downtown DeFuniak Springs Oct. 5

Saturday, October 5, 2013 is a day to spend in downtown DeFuniak Springs. Three different events make for a wonderful day of free activities and entertainment in the delightful setting of historical, downtown DeFuniak Springs. Come and enjoy a full day of fun with your neighbors and friends! The day starts off with Peddlers Alley from 8 a.m. – noon. Sponsored by the DeFuniak Springs Visitor’s Bureau, this event includes three blocks of complete variety in the alleys between Baldwin...

Florida Fish and Wildlife hosting exotic pet amnesty day at Gulfarium October 5

Opportunity for people to surrender their exotic pets free Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Sat., Oct. 5, 2013 Location: Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park 1010 Miracle Strip Parkway SE Fort Walton Beach, Fl 32548 More than 500 fish and wildlife nonnative species, also known as exotic species, have been observed in Florida. Not all nonnative species present a threat to native species, but some have become invasive by causing harm to native species, posing a threat to human health and...

Scenic Hwy. 30A at Big Redfish Lake now open

DeFuniak Springs, FL – On Sept. 12, 2013, Walton County District 5 Commissioner Cindy Meadows announced the reopening of CR 30A at Big Redfish Lake, effective immediately. Due to large rain events that have been occurring in Walton County since the July 4th weekend, a section of roadway CR 30A at Big Redfish Lake had collapsed in August.  Crews have been working to repair the section of road in order to reopen it to traffic for several weeks. “We are...

First Saturday fun at E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center Oct. 5

Hours: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. – Oct. 5: A marine themed day with touch-tanks, sea turtle info, and marine critter crafts Join in on the fun at the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center every 1st Saturday of the month starting October 5th. Every 1st Saturday will be packed full of “Eco-Fun” with multiple presenters and family friendly activities and entertainment. Look forward to nature hikes, arts & crafts, games, animal adventures, and awesome exhibits that will entertain all ages. General...