March 3, 2017

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South Walton Fire District lifeguards start 2017 season

14 towers, 5 wheelchair locations South Walton Fire District (SWFD) lifeguards have reported to their 14 tower locations March 1, 2017 and will continue to staff until the end of the season on September 30, 2017. This is the 12th year that SWFD and South Walton Tourist Development Council have partnered to provide the Beach Safety and Education Program. In addition, 2017 marks the 3rd year of partnership between SWFD and Sandestin Owners Association (SOA) and the 1st year between...

Walton County fishing report for March 1

Fishing is good Bay: A mixed bag of undersized and oversized fish. Good redfish bites and sheepshead. One report of two 20″ caught. Shore: Spotty pompano bites along with whiting and redfish. Hunting: Deer season went out with a whimper. 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...

Moonlight paddle at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park March 10

Join Topsail Hill Preserve State Park for a Moonlight Paddle on March 10, 2017 from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.  Experience Campbell Lake on a ninety minute ranger guided paddling tour.  Participants must be experienced canoers/kayakers over 12 yrs old. Program is $40 per person.  Space is limited. Advanced online registration is required and can be done at www.topsailparkfriends.org.  Program fee includes watercraft rental, PFD, paddle, park admission fee, glow sticks, tram ride to Campbell Lake, hot chocolate and a donation...

Rocky Bayou State Park hosting fishing classes each Saturday in March

Date: Saturdays March 4, 11, 18, 25 Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm Join Bass Pro Shops every Saturday during March of 2017 for a unique opportunity to take a fishing class at Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park. Participants please meet at the boat ramp at 8:00 am where we they demonstrate the proper techniques for using a cast net to catch bait. Afterwards, they will walk over to a nearby pavilion where there is a small strip of...

Fun run or walk in Seagrove benefits Special Olympics March 11

Date/time: Saturday, March 11, 8 a.m. – 12 Noon Join in the fun for a good cause on Saturday, March 11 in Seagrove. A benefit run/walk will be held at NatureWalk for the Special Olympics Florida-Walton County. The event will be a family friendly 2-mile run/walk through the community. The event will be held starting at 8 a.m. with the race starting at 9 a.m. Arrive no later than 8:30 a.m. A $10 entry fee is required and collected at...