November 24, 2014

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Choctawhatchee Audubon programs and events for December 2014

December 4: Monthly Meeting and Program: Pictorial Survey of Birds that are Rare or Difficult to Identify during the Christmas Bird Count by Alan Knothe, biologist.  The Christmas Bird Count is an internationally recognized survey monitoring the population of birds.  Alan, a noted local birding expert, will explain the key identification features for rare or unusual sightings using high quality digital photography. The meeting will be held in Room 130 of the new Student Services Building at Northwest Fla. State...

DeFuniak Springs Christmas parade Dec. 13

Folks from around DeFuniak Springs will be lining up along Circle Drive to enjoy the annual DeFuniak Springs Christmas Parade on Dec. 13, 2014. The parade is open to everyone who wishes to participate. Individuals, churches, businesses and clubs are welcome. There is no registration fee, however, donations are accepted. Registration is required and pre-registration is highly recommended. Late entries may also register on the day of the parade at the intersection of Park Avenue and Hubbard. Entrants are encouraged...

Walton county fishing report for Nov. 19

Fishing is good! Choctawhatchee Bay area: Flounder bite winding down. Trout and red bite still on with light colored Gulf shrimp, 1/4 oz. jig heads, and tiny flukes. Mann’s Bait will be hosting a trout and bass seminar at Copeland’s Gun and Tackle on Saturday, Nov. 20 at 9 a.m. 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...

South Walton Fire District hosting Elf Ride Dec. 7

The South Walton Fire District (SWFD) will be hosting their 7th Annual Elf Ride on Dec. 7th, 2014. Elves of all ages will meet at the Seaside Post Office at 1 p.m. and bicycle/walk to SWFD’s Water Color Station located at 2109 CR 395 South, Seagrove (approx. 1.5 miles). Please bring an unwrapped toy to benefit the SWFD Angel Tree. Refreshments and a tour of the fire station as well as the fire trucks will be on hand. Wear your...

E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center hosting a Winter Wonderland Dec. 6

E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center is hosting a Winter Wonderland Event ​on Saturday, December 6, ​from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities will include a live penguin show at 11:00 & 11:45, holiday themed photo-booth, gingerbread house decorating, Florida snow machine, games, story time,  children’s crafts, plus an appearance by Santa at 1:00 p.m. The event is sponsored in part by Lord and Sons Construction and The Silver Mine Inc.  ​General admission is $8 for adults and $5 for children. Children...

Ice skating offered at Village of Baytowne Wharf through Feb. 2

For those visitors who miss the cold and ice, the ice skating rink at The Village of Baytowne Wharf is the perfect opportunity to get into the winter spirit. The seasonal ice skating rink has become a local holiday favorite. For $11* guests can skate for an hour and a half. Skate rental is available for $2*. The first hour of each day is reserved for “kids skate” for youths 12 and under. 2013-2014 Ice Rink Hours of Operation Times...