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The Queen of Trees documentary and public forum Mar. 24

Enjoy an award winning documentary and learn about keystone species ‘The Queen of Trees’ will be the featured documentary at the public forum sponsored by the South Walton Community Council on Wednesday, March 24, 2010.  The forum is from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Seaside Repertory Theater located on the circle in Seaside. 

’The Queen of Trees’ explores the intimate relationship between a giant fig tree and a tiny fig wasp and the multitude of other species that are supported...

Blue eyed deer spotted in Santa Rosa Beach

Young blue-eyed deer spotted in Walton County Sonia-Dorise Miller Sessum of Santa Rosa Beach snapped this photo recently of a blue-eyed deer. “Last year there were three fawns born and about 4 weeks ago, I noticed that this boy had the most beautiful eyes….it really is striking,” said Sonia. Sonia continued to say that there are seven deer that live in her family’s neighborhood… “or rather we live in theirs,” Sonia quipped....

Cooper’s hawk on Lake Powell

Beautiful adult Cooper’s hawk spotted near Lake Powell Among the bird world’s most skillful flyers, Cooper’s Hawks are common woodland hawks that tear through cluttered tree canopies in high speed pursuit of other birds. You’re most likely to see one prowling above a forest edge or field using just a few stiff wingbeats followed by a glide. With their smaller lookalike, the Sharp-shinned Hawk, Cooper’s Hawks make for famously tricky identifications. Both species are sometimes unwanted guests at bird feeders,...

Living with bears workshop at Emerald Coast Conference Center Mar. 6

Learn how to coexist with the Florida black bear The EO Wilson Biophilia Center is hosting an informational “Living with Florida Bears” workshop to the public on March 6 at the Emerald Coast Conference Center on Okaloosa Island. Two sessions will be held, the first begins at 9:45 a.m., the second at 2 p.m. Each lasts approximately two hours. Speakers from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission and the Defenders of Wildlife will share Florida black bear research and discuss...

Storm spotter class offered Mar. 11

Learn about climatic conditions at free class in DeFuniak Springs The National Weather Service depends on the public to report instances of damage stemming from Mother Nature’s fury.  The information supplied by residents will often help meteorologists’ determine whether the damage, or destruction was caused by a tornado, or downburst of wind. On Mar. 11  at 7:00 p.m., a forecaster from the National Weather Service Office in Tallahassee, Florida will be in DeFuniak Springs to conduct a Storm Spotter class. ...

Sunset on Camp Creek Lake

Water color sunset on coastal dune lake Local resident, Jamie Conley snapped this beautiful sunset Feb. 22. “With the storm last night clearing everything out and the combination of warmer air and cool water conditions were perfect for a sunset over the lakes that was just breath taking” Jamie said. Thanks for sharing Jamie!...