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Local captures Destin’s natural landscape in photographs

May 21, 2012
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Beaches, Birding, Environment, Nature

Daily stress therapy has its rewards Destin resident Scotty Lisenbe has a sure cure for dealing with his day-to-day stress of working long hours. He stops, explores the natural surroundings around him, and then documents his daily journey in photographs. On his daily work commute from Destin to Fort Walton Beach, Lisenbe gets up early each morning and visits a special area along his way. A location chock full of nesting herons and a variety of other shorebirds makes for...

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Rent a kayak, canoe, enjoy the water park and ride the zip line at Holmes Creek Livery in Vernon

May 5, 2012
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Birding, Eco adventure, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat, Parks

Water fun awaits the adventurer at Holmes Creek Livery Holmes Creek near Vernon is one of the most beautiful places to explore in the Northwest Florida Panhandle. Abundant with wildlife and cool springs, Holmes Creek is a nature lover’s dream come true. Holmes Creek Canoe Livery offers canoe and kayak rentals with shuttles to upstream locations. In addition the livery boasts a fun water park which includes a rope swing, water slide and zip line along the creek. The Livery...

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A luxury bed and breakfast awaits along the Choctawhatchee River

May 5, 2012
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Birding, Eco adventure, Fishing, Home/Garden, Kayak/Canoe, Nature

Paradise found at the Choctaw Lodge When Ron and Kathryn Hardy of Panama City Beach walked into Sandi’s Feed and Seed in Lynn Haven back in 2009, they had little idea about how dramatically their lives were about to change. Spotting a small index card on a bulletin board with a message “Riverfront Property For Sale,” the couple decided to find out more about an area they knew little about, the Choctawhatchee River. Both of them grew up as “river...

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Explore nature along the boardwalk trail at Alys Beach

May 2, 2012
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Biking, Birding, Eco adventure, Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Scenic hike nestled along 30A Not many visitors or locals are aware of a secret little trail to explore off of Scenic Highway 30A. Nestled in 22 acres of preserved wetlands within the Alys Beach community, a ¾ mile boardwalk trail takes you on a pleasant passage into nature. Christian Wagley, former environmental coordinator at Alys Beach sought what avid explorers would appreciate when he designed the elevated trail, and planned it along areas giving the largest overview. The trail...

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Volunteer with Audubon to be a nesting shorebird monitor in South Walton

April 26, 2012
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Birding, Environment, Nature, Parks

Be a part of nesting shorebird survival and learn how to be a beach steward on May 5 at Grayton Beach State Park It’s that time of year again when a young shorebird’s thoughts turn toward love. The breeding season is upon us. Snowy plovers already have nests and soon will have their first chicks. Terns and skimmers will also be nesting very soon. These birds need your protection. Unknowing beach goers can trample eggs and chicks, or they can...

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Take a hike with the Florida Trail Association

April 26, 2012
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Birding, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Trails/Hiking

Florida Trail Association in Northwest Florida Activities 2012 Activity Participants Please note: Contact the activity leader well in advance for more information and/or to reserve your place (Space is limited.) Unless instructed otherwise by the activity leader, each participant should bring: day pack, plenty of water (recommended minimum, 2 quarts), sun protection (hat, glasses, screen), insect repellent, lunch and or snacks, adequate clothing for the forecast, and comfortable, sturdy close toed shoes with socks. Long pants, work gloves, and extra...

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Celebrate the Earth today and every day

April 22, 2012
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Birding, Environment, Home/Garden, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, paddle/surf/boat, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Share the beauty of our Earth The love of wilderness is more than a hunger for what is always beyond reach; it is also an expression of loyalty to the earth, the earth which bore us and sustains us, the only paradise we shall ever know, the only paradise we shall ever need – if only we had eyes to see…No, wilderness is not a luxury, but a necessity… to the human spirit, as vital to our lives as water...

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Delicate balance of birds nesting on Florida shores requires beach goers to be aware

March 31, 2012
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Beaches, Birding, Environment, Nature

Be watchful and respectful of wildlife, it’s a matter of survival With nesting season under way for shorebirds like the snowy plover, black skimmer and American oystercatcher, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) asks beachgoers to take care not to disturb their nests. Well-informed, courteous beachgoers can provide needed relief to these stressed species. The snowy plover, for example, nests along Gulf Coast beaches through August, and its population has shrunk to as few as 200 pairs in...

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