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Guided kayak tour at Rocky Bayou State Park Aug. 18

Join a Park Ranger at Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park on Saturday, Aug. 18 for a unique opportunity to paddle Rocky Bayou. The paddle will go along the shoreline of Rocky Bayou to Rocky Creek and back to the park. Rocky Bayou is a fresh to brackish water system supporting a large variety of fish and shellfish, including the federally endangered Okaloosa darter. The paddle will held be from 9 – 11 a.m. Osprey and bald eagles are known...

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Guided kayak tour at Camp Helen State Park Aug. 23

Join Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, Aug. 23 from 9 – 11 a.m. for a leisurely 90-minute paddle on Lake Powell, one of the world’s largest Coastal Dune Lakes. Learn about the history, natural communities and wildlife that make this Outstanding Florida Water so unique and important. This guided kayak tour will be enjoyable for individuals, families and groups. All levels of experience are welcome. Space is limited. Advanced reservations are required to participate and can be done by...

Guided hike at Rocky Bayou State Park Aug. 14 and 21

Enjoy a guided hike of Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park on August 14 and August 21 from 9 – 10 a.m. What Happened to Puddin’ Head Lake? Come hear the story of Rocky Bayou’s history and learn of its present features and endeavors for a natural and healthy ecosystem as we hike the Sand Pine Trail along the restored steephead stream exploring “The Real Florida.” Meet at Puddin’ Head Lake Pavilion in inside the park.  Please bring a water...

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Guided kayak tour at Camp Helen State Park Aug. 9

Join Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, Aug. 9 from 9 – 11 a.m. for a leisurely 90-minute paddle on Lake Powell, one of the world’s largest Coastal Dune Lakes. Learn about the history, natural communities and wildlife that make this Outstanding Florida Water so unique and important. This guided kayak tour will be enjoyable for individuals, families and groups. All levels of experience are welcome. Space is limited. Advanced reservations are required to participate and can be done by...

Guided plant stroll at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park June 18

Join Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and Master Gardener Bill Kuenstler on June 18, 2018 from 9:00a.m. – 11:00 a.m for a guided plant stroll. Take a stroll through the park and the campground to explore the plants visible and to see what is in bloom.  The program is on the third Monday of the month.  In July, the program will be on July 16, 2018.  In August, the program will be on August 20, 2018. A $6.00 entry admission per...

E.O. Wilson Biophilia Nature Center open to public this summer

The E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center will be open on Thursdays and Fridays in June and July. The hours are 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. General admission pricing: $8.00 for an Adult, $5.00 for a Child (3-12) FREE for anyone 2 and under. The Center will also be open for summer day and week camps. For schedule of events available online, go to www.eowilsoncenter.org E.O.Wilson Biophilia Center 4956 State Hwy 20 East Freeport, Florida 32459 850-835-1824...