April 7, 2017

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Thomas Pilcher Park along Clyde B. Wells Bridge now open

The Thomas Pilcher Park along the Clyde B. Wells Bridge (U.S. Hwy. 331) is now open. Amenities of the park include: • 380 ft. fishing pier • Four boat ramps • Five 55 ft. docks along the boat ramps • Two 24’ x 24’ picnic shelters • Restrooms • Fishing platforms • Scenic overlooks • Western scenic walkway/bike path • Parking for 21 boat trailers and 69 spaces for other vehicles • ADA access The park is named after Thomas...

Nature Conservancy hosting estuary program in Santa Rosa Beach April 7

The Nature Conservancy will be hosting an Estuary meeting on Friday, April 7th from 10 am – 12 pm in the South Walton Annex Boardroom located at 31 Coastal Centre Blvd. in Santa Rosa Beach. The meeting’s purpose is to provide a forum for the panhandle watershed stakeholders to learn more about the value of creating Estuary Programs from the Indian River Lagoon National Estuary Program (IRLNEP) Executive Director Duane De Freese. Freese will talk about the history of the...

Walton County fishing report for April 5

Fishing is good Bay: Redfish and trout being caught. An area guide reeled in a weakfish native to the Atlantic in the bay near Destin. River: Crappie, shellcracker, and catfish. 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 hours: Mon. –...

Explore Escribano Point by kayak April 14-15

UPDATE: Event is now full. Waiting list sign up only. 2017 is the 75th Anniversary of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Wildlife Management Area system. As part of this year long celebration, Escribano Point biologists will be leading paddling adventures along the waterways of Escribano Point WMA. Escribano Point’s rich habitat mix creates year-round wildlife viewing. The diverse fresh and saltwater habitats support a variety of resident and migratory wildlife, from deer and turkey to beaver and black...