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Learn about dragonflies at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Feb. 14

Date/time: Saturday February 14, 1- 2 p.m. They are one of the neatest insects in the world. They are fun to watch and help to reduce the amount of mosquitoes. This program not only teaches you about the Dragonfly, but also uses caught specimens and the creation of your own Dragon Fly to help visitors appreciate these flying wonders. This program is for all ages. Enter the park through the main gate and the staff will direct you to the...

Escape To Create hosts naturalist Mark Hainds and artist Donna Ruff Feb. 12

Escape To Create will present a program by naturalist Mark J. Hainds. It will be held at The REP Theater in Seaside on Feb. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Hainds weaved his 1,200 mile walk along the Texas-Mexico border into a tale of discovery, nature adventure, and the stories of people he met. The documentary La Frontera, was filmed by the The Southern Documentary Project, an institute of the Center for the Study of Southern Culture. Hainds is an Alabama author, educator...

Learn about alligators at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Jan. 24

Date/time: Saturday January 24, 2-3 p.m. These formidable creatures were once hunted to near extinction, but have made an incredible recovery. Come learn the full history of Florida’s most famous reptile at this informative slideshow presentation. Enter the park through the main gate and the staff will direct you to the park’s clubhouse, entry fee is $6.00. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is located at 7525 W. Scenic Highway 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, Florida 32459. For more information, call (850)...