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Explore natural beauty along the Apalachicola Bluffs and Ravines Preserve’s Garden of Eden Trail

February 24, 2014
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Birding, Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Diverse ecosystems and stunning vistas await your discovery Get on your hiking boots, grab on to your trekking poles and head out to the Garden of Eden Trail. This 3.3 mi. steephead ravine and bluff in Bristol is one of Northwest Florida’s most beautiful hikes. Situated adjacent to the Apalachicola River in Bristol, Florida, the trail is located within the Apalachicola Bluffs and Ravines Preserve. Owned and managed by the Nature Conservancy, the trail is open to the public for...

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Take a guided walk on the Grayton Beach State Park forest trail Feb. 12

February 4, 2014
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Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

On Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 10 a.m. join the park services specialist at Grayton Beach State Park for a guided walk on the forest trail. Learn about the flora and fauna found on the forest side of the state park, and visit one of the parks wet prairie restoration areas. Participants will meet at the Ranger Station. Appropriate clothing, closed toe shoes, drinking water is required. Insect repellant, sun screen, and hat is optional. This walk will take approximately 1—1...

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Kellogg Bayfront Park in Santa Rosa Beach open to the public

January 16, 2014
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Eco adventure, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Parks

Kayak, canoe, and stand up paddle board launch on the Choctawhatchee Bay A new waterfront park is open on the Choctawhatchee Bay. The long awaited Kellogg Bayfront Park in Santa Rosa Beach boasts panoramic vistas, along with easy access to the bay for kayaks, canoes, and stand up paddle boards. Amenities include vessel ramp, several picnic tables, shower, water fountain and water spigot. The fenced park area does not include vehicle parking, however you may facilitate the ramp area while...

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Take a guided New Year’s Day hike at Grayton Beach, Topsail Hill Preserve, Eden Gardens, or Rocky Bayou State Park

December 26, 2013
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Birding, Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Celebrate America’s State Parks First Day Hikes at local park Grayton Beach State Park – 1o a.m.: On Wednesday January 1st, 2014 celebrate America’s State Parks First Day Hike with Park Services Specialist Patrick Hartsfield at 10 a.m. for a 3 1/2 mile hike through the forest that is part of Grayton Beach State Park. Learn about the restoration projects going on behind the scenes as well as discover one of Walton County’s rare coastal dune lakes. Participants will meet...

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Join the Bay County Audubon for a field trip or movie in January or February

December 23, 2013
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Birding, Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun

Monday, January 13, 2014 – 7 p.m. – General meeting at Panama City Garden Club. Tony Menart – The Best of India and Sri Lanka – A birding travel video. Monday, February 10, 2014- 7 p.m. – General meeting at Panama City Garden Club. Norm Capra – The Amazing Avian Brain. A brief presentation explaining why calling someone a “bird brain” should be considered a compliment. Field Trips: January 17 – 19, 2014 – 3-day trip to Cedar Key, Fla., about a...

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Learn about pines and palms at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Dec. 21

December 18, 2013
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Eco adventure, Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun

Time: 2 – 3 p.m. Learn about pines and palms at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on Sat., Dec. 21. This ranger led program will help you learn to identify two of our most common species of plant life. There are several different types of both palms and pine trees; this program will help you to identify which ones you encounter the most. This is a hands on all ages program and you will have the opportunity to make a...

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Learn about sharks and dolphins at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Dec. 20

December 16, 2013
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Eco adventure, Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun

Time: 2 – 3 p.m. Learn about sharks and dolphins at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Dec. 20. Often times these two animals can be seen from the beach, this program will help you identify the differences between the two. There will be a discussion on what to look for and certain behaviors that can useful in spotting both creatures. Program is at the clubhouse. A $6.00 entry admission per vehicle into the park. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is...

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Take a night hike at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Dec. 13

December 10, 2013
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Eco adventure, Nature, Trails/Hiking

Time: 4:15 p.m. There are many creatures that come out after the sun goes down. Come join Park Services Specialist Jeff Talbert for a night hike as we try and spot and hear some of these creatures. The walk begins by watching the sunset, then an easy 1 mile hike back to the day use parking lot under the emerging stars. Park at the day use parking lot and meet the Ranger at Tram Stop 1 at 4:15 p.m., the...

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