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Who cares for injured wildlife?

A look at the dedicated volunteers at Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge (ECWR) is the facility to call if you discover injured wildlife. For more than 15 years, the ECWR has cared for a variety of wildlife – from stranded dolphins to injured eagles, to orphaned foxes. Supported mostly through the donations of local residents and businesses, the ECWR is also involved in education, conservation and rehabilitation of natural fauna. The ECWR is located on Okaloosa Island...

Learn about native snakes at Topsail Aug. 19

Native snakes of Florida program offers fascinating facts Thursday, Aug. 19 – 1:30 p.m. Come and join the park for a presentation of native snakes. Learn the differences between venomous and non-venomous snakes and how they help the environment. Park at the Day-Use area off Hwy 30A and take a short hike to the clubhouse. All programs require a $6.00 entry admission per vehicle into the park. Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on Scenic Road 30A in Santa Rosa...

Learn about dolphins at Topsail Aug. 7

Learn about these fascinating mammals and what they eat Saturday, Aug. 7 at 1:30 p.m. Come and join this fun for all ages program on dolphins. Learn about their habitat, what they eat, and which ones you might see while visiting Florida. Park at the Day-Use area off Hwy 30A and take a short hike to the clubhouse. $6.00 entry admission per vehicle into the park. Outside tours canceled during severe weather. Call 267-8330 for more information. Outside tours canceled...

South Walton sea turtle nests headed to the east coast

South Walton Turtle Watch Group assists USFWS, NOAA and FWC in relocation program It was a busy morning on South Walton beaches July 26 as South Walton Turtle Watch assisted U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration biologists in relocating sea turtle nests. The nests are being relocated to the east coast to ensure the sea turtle hatchlings do not encounter oil from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The eggs are removed within a week...

Learn about sea turtles at Topsail July 22

Learn about preserving these ancient and majestic creatures Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on Scenic Road 30A Thursday, July 22 – 1:30 p.m. The majestic sea turtles are in the midst of another reproductive season.  Learn the facts about common Sea Turtles at Topsail.  Be a part of an enlightening program and see what you can do to help preserve these awe inspiring creatures of the sea. Park at the Day-Use area on Hwy 30A and take a short walk...

Learn about coastal dune lakes at Northwest Florida College South Walton Center

Classes will be held July 27, August 3, 10 Get up-close and personal with Walton County’s coastal dune lakes. Classes will offer classroom type instruction, guided tours, and on-site discussion about different topics focused on coastal dune lakes. Topics will include: What is a coastal dune lake?, coastal morphology, water quality of coastal dune lakes, human impacts to coastal dune lakes, exotic / invasive species, and preservation areas involving coastal dune lakes. Field trips will include visits to some of...