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Walton County fishing report for June 15

Lots of folks fishing everywhere, and it is great! Salt: Short season for red snapper is open and folks are catching their limits. A few king mackerel, some triggerfish, vermillion snapper and red grouper. Inshore Gulf report brought to you by Capt. Kerry Jones of Not A Dog Charters. Bay: Redfish has been through the roof! Reeling them in with Berkley Gulp bait and shrimp. Bull sharks and hard head catfish in the bay too. River:  Be careful out there,...

License-free saltwater fishing on Father’s Day weekend

Take dad saltwater fishing for Father’s Day! Father’s Day is just around the corner, and one great way to celebrate is by planning a fishing trip off of the waters of Florida.  So if it has been awhile since you last wet a hook, or if it is something you’ve always wanted to try, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has provided a great opportunity to get dads and their families out on the water. You won’t need...

Seaside offers up 4th of July family fun

Festivities include community parade, live entertainment and fireworks Seaside’s annual 4th of July Celebration brings together the best traditions along 30A and South Walton as The Merchants of Seaside host a fun-filled Fourth for all ages including two nights of fireworks, a community parade and live music for the entire family! Kick off the holiday with fireworks from the beach on July 3rd, then start your Independence Day at the annual South Walton 4th of July Parade; dance the night...

Walton County fishing report for June 8

Fishing is great, river is very low! Salt: Short season for red snapper is open and folks are catching their limits in no time! Big ones! Bay: Redfish has been through the roof! Lots of bait fish out there too – mullet and menhaden. Trout has backed down a bit. River:  Be careful out there, the river is very low. Folks are catching shellcracker and catfish in the deep holes. We need some rain! Danny Copeland wants to remind folks...

Walton County Sheriff’s Office hosts free youth camp June 20-24

Students experience an action-packed week-long camp The Walton County Sheriff’s Office and the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches are hosting a week-long camp designed to bolster safety and fun on the Florida Youth Ranches property across from Maude Saunders Elementary School in DeFuniak Springs. “This event teaches children the importance of teamwork and patience,” said Sgt. Danny Garner. “The free weeklong camp also focused on safety and self-esteem building.” The action-packed, fun filled five-day camp is offered to students ages six...

E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center open to the public

Center open on weekends The E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center is now open to the public on weekends. The Center offers education on a better understanding of our environment; with its focus on the importance of biodiversity, ecosystems, conservation, preservation and restoration of our natural resources.  The hands-on environmental learning facility had previously only been open to serve students, teachers and professional audiences. The exhibition hall showcases exhibits of bees, snakes and turtles, forest and wetland habitats and hands-on interpretive displays....

Step back in time at St. Joseph Peninsula State Park

Rustic and diverse State Park a favorite for summertime scalloping At the north end of the 17-mile St. Joseph Peninsula, just past Cape San Blas, you will find a unique Florida State Park with 6 miles of pristine beaches nestled along enormous sand dunes. Properly known as the T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, this are of the Florida Panhandle is considered part of the “Forgotten Coast.” Perfect exploring for the nature lover, as you will experience three...