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Gulfside Trail Rides in Santa Rosa Beach offers fun for entire family

Trail rides, lessons, and more offered at south Walton equestrian facility Located just a stone’s throw from the beach, you will discover an equestrian experience off the beaten path. Long and winding trails to meander are just a snippet of the goings-on offered at Gulfside Trail Rides in Santa Rosa Beach. Trail rides within their 20-acre spread, and throughout the Point Washington State Forest are offered, as well as Western and English lessons available for ages 8 and up. Programs...

South Walton Fire District hosting Polar Bear Plunge Jan. 1

The South Walton Fire District in conjunction with Gulf Place will be hosting their 2nd Annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day 2015. Time/Location:  Registration starts at 11 a.m. at Gulf Place.  “Plunge” starts at 1 p.m. sharp. Gulf Place is located at the intersection of S. County Highway 393 and 30-A. $20 donation – All proceeds will benefit the SWFD Department Relations Committee (DRC). The DRC purchases fire/life safety educational-promotional items for community based educational programs that are...

Become a mad scientist at the E.O.Wilson Biophilia Center Jan. 3

Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Become a MAD Scientist at the E.O.Wilson Biophilia Center on Jan. 3. The event lasts from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities will include a LIVE interactive science show at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Experience a foggy dry ice storm with giant floating beach balls and even a special Mad Science burp potion. Taste the science of cotton candy, carry out slippery, slimy experiments, and create a black light work of art! General...

Hard Labor Creek Off Road Park in Chipley offers miles of trails

CURRENTLY CLOSED Are you into off road trail riding? Northwest Florida’s newest offering in Chipley might have just what you’re looking for. Hard Labor Creek Off Road Park opened in 2010 by off road bike enthusiasts Ted Everett and Dexter Leadbeater. Custom groomed trails transverse and wind around more than 700 acres in the pinewoods off Hwy. 277. “It’s all about the passion,” said Leadbeater, a life long fan of the sport. The trails are designed for all skill levels...

Learn about campfire cooking at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Dec. 27

Date/time: Saturday December 27, 4:30 – 6 p.m. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park invites you to learn about campfires and campfire cooking. This all ages program will take place outside at one of our tent camping sites. You will learn safety, cooking techniques, and a host of other useful ideas that will make your campfires more enjoyable. Enter the park through the main gate and the staff will direct you to the park’s clubhouse. A $6.00 entry admission per vehicle...

South Walton Fire District Polar Bear Plunge Jan 1

The South Walton Fire District in conjunction with Gulf Place will be hosting their 2nd Annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day 2015. Time/Location:  Registration starts at 11 a.m. at Gulf Place.  “Plunge” starts at 1 p.m. sharp. Gulf Place is located at the intersection of S. County Highway 393 and 30-A. $20 donation – All proceeds will benefit the SWFD Department Relations Committee (DRC). The DRC purchases fire/life safety educational-promotional items for community based educational programs that are...

Merchants of Seaside hosting family fun New Year’s Eve

The Merchants of Seaside are proud to present a fantastic, family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration in the twinkling, holiday town of Seaside. On Wed., Dec. 31, the 5th Annual Countdown Seaside activities will welcome in 2015 with live entertainment, kid’s art projects, street performers and fireworks over the Gulf of Mexico. Festivities begin at 7 p.m. and last until the last firework lights up the sky. For kids of all ages, Abrakadoodle will be on hand from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. offering unique...

30A Songwriters Festival is set for January 16, 17 and 18

The sixth annual 30A Songwriters Festival is set for January 16, 17 and 18, 2015 in South Walton County. The initial line-up for the 2015 celebration of singers and songs features performances from esteemed artists Graham Nash, Indigo Girls, Leon Russell, Jason Isbell, Shawn Mullins, Sara Watkins (Nickel Creek), Glen Phillips (Toad the Wet Sprocket). Also confirmed are Jeffrey Steele, Chely Wright, Bobby Bare Jr., Steve Poltz, Angaleena Presley, Over the Rhine, Jesse Harris, Mary Gauthier, Hayes Carll, Bob Schneider, Ellis Paul, Allison Moorer,...