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American roots music concert at Camp Helen State Park lodge Feb. 7

The Friends of Camp Helen State Park are hosting a Saturday concert series. The concerts will be held in the lodge from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. On Sat., Feb. 7, Camp Helen presents the New 76ers, a Tallahassee trio of young singers/songwriters/musicians. The 76ers have appeared on many stages throughout the south. With a sound like Neil Young, Allison Krause and Tom Petty, this family of performers has a “collective respect for acoustic and electric music,” one that depends on...

Choctawhatchee Audubon Society programs and events for February 2015

5 Feb: Monthly Meeting and Program:  “A Green Fire – a presentation of Aldo Leopold’s Land Ethic” by Professor Emeritus Don Baltz, Louisiana State University.  This Green Fire DVD explores the life and legacy of famed conservationist Aldo Leopold and the many ways his land ethic philosophy lives on in the work of people and organizations all over the country today.  The film shares highlights from Leopold’s life and extraordinary career, explaining how he shaped conservation and the modern environmental movement.  It...

Astronomy for kids at the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center Feb. 7

Date/time: Saturday, Feb. 7 – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Go out of this world with the E.O.Wilson Biophilia Center and connect with the wonders of astronomy. Explore the galaxy without blasting into space in an inflatable planetarium. Learn all about constellations and the mythology behind them, make moon craters, play in moon sand, create a take home sun dial, gain observation tips from the experts of the Northwest Florida Astronomy Association. Three planetarium shows every hour (check in for...

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)...