June 24, 2015

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Bay scallop season opens June 27

Season runs through Sept. 24 It’s that time of year again to unfurl the dive flag, put a mask on and head to the coast to collect some bay scallops. The recreational season is open in Gulf of Mexico state waters (shore to 9 nautical miles) from the Pasco-Hernando county line to the west bank of the Mexico Beach Canal in Bay County starting June 27. The season will remain open through Sept. 24, 2015 with the first day of...

Beginners fishing demonstration at Grayton Beach State Park July 1

Date/time Wednesday July 1st at 2 p.m. Join our Park Ranger Evan for a beginners fishing demonstration. Learn about common baits, rigs, and tackle used in the local waters. Learn to identify common species found along the waters of Grayton Beach State Park. This is an all age program (adults must accompany any one under the age of 18). Participants will meet at the lakeside pavilion on the east end of the beach parking area. Appropriate clothing, closed toe shoes,...

Independence Day celebrations in Walton County

Enjoy parades, fireworks, concerts and more in north or south Walton County this 4th of July. North Walton: DeFuniak Springs 4:30 – 9:30 p.m. Enjoy a 4th of July celebration along Lake Defuniak. Parade starts at 4:30 p.m., then an Air Force flyover along with fireworks after dark. Cash prizes and trophies will be awarded to the best floats. For more information call 850-830-1661 or to sign up for the parade call 850-892-3950. Freeport 6 p.m. – Fun and live...

Rags to Riches Regatta July 4

The 19th Annual Rags to Riches Regatta is set for Sat., July 4, 2015 along Grayton Beach in South Walton. The race brings together Hobie 16 sailing enthusiasts in honor of Independence Day in a time honored tradition. Registration opens at 8 a.m. and skipper’s meeting starts at 11 a.m. Entry fee is $45 per boat. The race will start and finish on the beach behind Red Bar in Grayton Beach, Florida, located just off Scenic Hwy 30-A in Walton...

Walton County fixed price sale June 27

Time: 7 – 11 a.m. In an effort to rid the county of surplus items and free up space in county facilities, Walton County will be hosting a fixed price yard sale on Saturday, June 27th from 7 -11 am at the County Landfill located north of DeFuniak Springs off Highway 83 North. (Image Included) The fixed price sale will include furniture, computers, monitors, collectibles, antiques, beach equipment, sporting goods, tools and construction items and much more. Items that will...

Easy on 30A benefit concert July 3

The 4th Annual Easy on 30A Benefit Concert will take place July 3rd, 2015 from 5:45 p.m. – 10 p.m. at WaterColor’s Marina Park, just off scenic highway 30A in Santa Rosa Beach. Performers will include Forrest Williams Band, The Rips and Geoff McBride. Fabulous raffle and silent auction items donated by local businesses will benefit Alaqua Animal Refuge, the Lighthouse Family Retreat, and the Muscogee Nation of Florida. Admission is one can of non-perishable food to be dropped off...

Walton county fishing report for June 17

Fishing is good! Bay/surf: Little bit of a trout bite going on along with pretty good refish bite in the surf. Great bites on tarpon at the Okaloosa County pier. Flounder bite on in the bay biting on bull minnows. Copeland’s has a few bull minnows in stock. River: Shellcracker. 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...