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Wildlife Refuge Presents Owls and other Critters at Topsail May 22

Learn about the fascinating critters that live in our area Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on Scenic Road 30A, Santa Rosa Beach May 22 at 11:30 a.m. Come and join the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge as they present their rehabilitated wildlife for your viewing pleasure.  Learn about the fascinating critters that are right here in the park and in Okaloosa and Walton County as they teach you what they eat, where they live and how they survive in the...

South Walton Kids Fishing Tournament huge success

More than 100 young anglers caught pompano, whiting, flounder and catfish A perfect day was on tap as young anglers enjoyed the day catching fish along South Walton’s Grayton Beach.  Coastal Conservation Association hosted the annual fishing event on May 15 with more than 100 kids joining in on the popular tournament. More than 100 participants were given their own rod and reel combo and tackle donated from Fish Florida, a state-wide organization that provides the rods and tackle from...

Freeport first graders enjoy learning about wildlife May 14

Local wildlife experts share their knowledge The first grade classes at Freeport Elementary School in Walton County enjoyed a special field trip May 14 at Freeport Regional Sports Complex. Joe Wyatt, naturalist at Hammock Bay gave a demonstration on bluebirds and how important they are to the environment. He also introduced a corn snake. Joe explained what to do if you encounter a snake in the wild. The information came in handy, as when Joe gave a tour along the...

Memorial Day weekend rocks in Seaside May 28 – 30

Music, movies and Farmer’s Market fill weekend with family fun Head to Seaside for a weekend of memorable events guaranteed to rock your Memorial Day Weekend. Let the fun begin as you get down with live music in the Seaside Amphitheater both Friday and Saturday evenings, enjoy the Seaside Farmers Market on Saturday morning and curl-up with a blanket during Central Square Cinema on Sunday night. Memorial Day Monday might be an end to the weekend, but it’s just the...

For The Health Of It hosts Shindig on the Hill May 22

Enjoy a great day of music and camaraderie as For The Health of It celebrates 15 years Come celebrate 15 years in business with the staff and friends of For The Health Of It. They will feature live music by Newfangled Theory, Kelsey Johnson, and Butch & Guest. Raffles, prizes and good times. Food will be available from the store & La Loba’s Bakery. 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: 2217 Scenic Highway 30A Santa Rosa Beach, Florida 32459 850-267-0558...

Billabong Grom Comp surfing competition May 22

Billabong Grom Comp for Surfers 12 and under to be held at Pompano Joe’s in Miramar Beach 9 a.m. Great surfing competition for young surfers ages 12 and under  will include three divisions—Super Groms ages 8 and under, Mini Groms ages 10 and under, Groms ages 12 and under and Tiny Groms (Ages 6 & under). There will also be a Open Groms division where competitors will be required to catch waves on their own without assistance.  No surfing experience...

Take a kid Fishing Day at Lake DeFuniak May 22

Enjoy family fun and fishing at the Lakeyard 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Kiwanis Club is hosting “Take A Kid Fishing” catch and release event at they Lakeyard in DeFuniak Springs on May 22. Great family fun, fellowship and prizes awarded for a good catch in various categories. Fishing is open to boys and girls ages 5-13. First 50 kids to register without their own pole get free bamboo pole. ‘Bait Shop’ sponsored by Walton County officials. Meet at...

South Walton Kids Fishing Tournament at Grayton Beach May 15

Time to catch some fish! The fourth annual CCA Kids Fishing Tournament will be held at 8 a.m. – noon on Saturday, May 15 at Grayton Beach. Sponsored by the Coastal Conservation Association, this popular tournament is for boys and girls age 15 and under. The first 150 kids will be given their own rod and reel combo, along with beach rod holders, bait, and tackle donated from the proceeds of  the “Fish Florida” specialty license tags. On the beach...