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Learn about birds and bees in Grayton Beach Feb. 5

The Walton County Master gardeners are hosting a lecture at 10 a.m., Feb. 5, 2025 in Graytom Beach. The lecture will be presented by Carrie Stevenson, Escambia County Coastal Sustainability agent and lead instructor of the Florida Master Naturalist program. Carrie will teach you how to stage a pollinator love fest in your garden just in time for spring. The lecture will be held at the Walton County South extension office, 70 Logan Lane, Santa Rosa Beach. Reserve your spot...

Local retired veteran shares his passion for bluebirds

By: Debra Nelson, Walton County Master Gardener Volunteer. After serving his country for over two decades as a Communication Program Manager in the U.S. Air Force, Al Cook has found a new calling: helping bluebirds thrive in Walton County, Florida. Originally from Vermont, Al settled in the area after retiring from Eglin Air Force Base. Since then, he has combined his post-retirement hobbies of carpentry and gardening with his passion for wildlife conservation to make a meaningful impact on his...

Guided plant walk at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Jan. 20

You’re invited to a plant identification walk at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on the third Monday of the month. The walk starts at 9:00 am at tram stop #2, and is led by Bill Kuenstler, Master Gardener and Master Naturalist. Learn about the many native plants at the park. Driving Directions Located in Santa Rosa Beach, the park is located 1/4 south of U.S. Hwy 98 on western end of Scenic Hwy. 30A.  ::MAP:...

Camellia Festival at Eden Gardens State Park Feb. 8

The Annual Camellia Festival at Eden Gardens State Park will be held on Saturday February 8, 2025 from 10am-2pm. This event, hosted by The Friends of Eden, is free with paid park admission which is $4 per vehicle. Additional parking for the event will be available at Bay Elementary School with tram service to the park. The back gate will also be open during the event which is a short walk from the Bay Elementary parking lot. There will be...

Learn how to start seeds in Valparaiso Jan. 11

\Introductory class on starting seeds indoors to be ready to plant for spring on Sat. Jan. 11, 2025 from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Paradis Plants and Palms, 695 Valparaiso Pkwy. Valparaiso. We will discuss seed types, soil recommendations, grow lights and nutrients among other topics. This is a beginner level class open to the public. Classes usually average about one hour and are kid friendly. The class is free but we have limited seating so please RSVP by...

Garden inspired gift lecture in DeFuniak Springs Dec. 4

The Walton County Master Gardeners are hosting their December lecture, “Gifts from the Garden,” presented by horticulture expert Karen Doud. The lecture will be held at 10 a.m. on Wed., Dec. 4, 2024 at the Walton County Extension Office, 732 N. 9th St., DeFuniak Springs. This enlightening session will cover a wide array of natural garden-inspired gifts, including herbal teas, soothing herbal baths, body care products, spices, jams, natural cleaners, salves, extracts, and more. Join in for this fun and informative lecture,...

Holiday outdoor markets in north and south Walton

Enjoy a variety of hand-crafted art, food, and fun around Walton County this holiday season. Annual Old Florida Holiday and Winter Market Nov. 30 The 17th annual Old Florida Holiday & Winter Market kicks off the season on Saturday, November 30, 2024 from 3-9 p.m. in WaterColor’s Town Center and Cerulean Park. This nostalgic holiday event is complete with falling snow, carriage rides around the park, bonfires and s’mores, pictures with Santa, tree lighting, holiday music, strolling carolers, food trucks,...

Christmas tour of homes in DeFuniak Springs Dec. 7

St. Agatha’s Episcopal Church is hosting their annual Christmas tour of homes on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Proceeds from the tour benefit the church’s Preservation Fund which is reserved for major repairs of their three historic structures on Circle Drive. Homes for the tour are selected for a variety of reasons such as unique architecture or history, outstanding Christmas decorations, interesting owners and/or furnishings, unique collections, ghosts and more. Especially for the car lovers some...