March 13, 2015

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New shoal bass state record catch reeled in on the Chipola River

4.49 lb. fish reeled in by Chipley resident Tucker Martin, 17, from Chipley, set a new state record for shoal bass on Sunday, March 8 around 5 p.m. He was bank fishing with a friend on the Chipola River, in northwest Florida’s Jackson County, when he cast a spinner bait up under a bridge and the fight was on. He was expecting to catch a spotted bass or largemouth, but landed a shoal bass that weighed 4.49 pounds (4 pounds,...

Special Needs in Nature day at E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center March 21

The E.O Wilson Biophilia Center presents their annual “Special Needs in Nature” Day on Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy sensory interactions in nature with a great group of people. There will be a parent resource fair featuring organizations offering services or community programs for those with special needs. Families can find a range of services, from therapy centers to sports and support groups. Local recording artist, Reid Soria and all-inclusive, “No Limits Theater” Company will...

Coastal dune lakes symposium at E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center March 28

Filmmaker Elam Stoltzfus will be hosting a coastal dune lakes symposium and a sneak preview of his film “Coastal Dune Lakes – Jewels of Florida’s Emerald Coast,” on Saturday, March 28 at 1 p.m. The event will be held at the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center in Freeport. The symposium will begin with an exclusive sneak peek from the upcoming Public Television documentary featuring Walton County’s dune lakes, Coastal Dune Lakes: Jewels of Florida’s Emerald Coast, produced by Elam Stoltzfus. Dr....

Walton county fishing report for March 11

Fishing is good! River/bay: Bass bite is on everywhere. Folks reeling in on spinner bait, and many coming into the shop asking for shiners. Some trout, a few sheepshead. Shellcracker bite picking up. 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 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S Freeport, Florida 32439 (850) 835-4277 Store...

Troy University fraternity trekking for a great cause – wounded warriors

Troy University fraternity members from Alpha Tau Omega are walking more than 128 miles for a great cause this week – wounded warriors. The group, named Alpha Tau Omega Walk Hard are hiking to raise awareness and funds for wounded warriors and hope to raise more than $10,000. Proceeds will help Jeep Sullivan’s Outdoor Adventures, a non-profit organization that offers wounded warriors, veterans, and first responders an opportunity to refresh and recharge while enjoying nature. Eighteen members of the fraternity...

Art in the Park at WaterColor March 21

On Saturday, March 21, 2015, the WaterColor Community Association will be hosting their 10th Annual Art in the Park from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. in WaterColor’s Cerulean Park and Town Center.  This free event is open to WaterColor residents, guests and the public. The following art mediums will be featured: oil, acrylic, watercolor paintings, charcoal, chalk, pastels, pencil Drawings, photography, printmaking, digital art, glass art, jewelry, fabric art, pottery, wood, and more. There is also live music and food...

Nature Conservancy honors local conservationists M.C. and Stella Davis

The Florida Chapter of The Nature Conservancy  presented the 2014 Richard Weinstein Conservation Partner award  to M.C. and Stella Davis on March 7, 2015 at the E.O. Wilson  Biophilia Center in Freeport, FL. Florida Chapter Executive Director, Temperince Morgan explained the importance of The Nature Conservancy’s Richard Weinstein Conservation Partner Award.  “Richard Weinstein provided good advice and counsel to the Florida Chapter during its infancy and for decades beyond.  He believed that we should focus on the long-term and what...