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Enjoy stargazing at Eden Gardens State State Park Sept. 6

Join the members of the Northwest Florida Astronomy Association and view the beauty of the universe at Eden Gardens State Park on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. We start by setting just before the Sun sets to allow our guest observers to view the equipment and get photos before it gets dark. Once the Sun sets, we transition to night time observing. Different size and design telescopes will be set up by dusk and celestial objects will be...

History tour at Camp Helen State Park Sept. 7

Enjoy a history tour of Camp Helen State Park from 10 – 11 a.m. on the first Saturday of the month. Join park ranger staff for a guided history tour of the grounds at Camp Helen. Follow along as staff share park history from the Hicks family building the historic structures that still stand on the grounds, all the way through the colorful history of Avondale Textile Mill’s utilizing the property as their employee summer retreat. Please dress appropriately for...

Benefit run for Operation Outdoor Freedom in Point Washington State Forest Aug. 17

The Florida Forest Service is hosting its annual Operation Outdoor Freedom Run to support their local outdoor activities, including hunts, fishing charters, and specialty family trips for Florida’s wounded veterans with service-connected disabilities or Purple Heart recipients. The event will feature three different trail runs on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Point Washington State Forest: a 3.5-mile, 6-mile, or 11-mile run, all on the Eastern Lake Trail system. The run/walk will begin at 7:30 a.m. with the 11-mile race. (This...

Wausau Possum Festival Aug. 2 – 3

Get ready for the 55th Annual Wausau Fun Day & Possum Festival on Friday and Saturday, August 2-3, 2024. The event kicks off Friday night with live entertainment, including the much anticipated Possum King & Queen Contest. Saturday festivities includes a parade through downtown at 10am, games, activities, vendors, live entertainment, and a possum auction. The festival will be held at 3121 Possum Palace Drive, Wausau, FL. 32463...

History tour at Camp Helen State Park August 3

Enjoy a history tour of Camp Helen State Park from 10 – 11 a.m. on the first Saturday of the month. Join park ranger staff for a guided history tour of the grounds at Camp Helen. Follow along as staff share park history from the Hicks family building the historic structures that still stand on the grounds, all the way through the colorful history of Avondale Textile Mill’s utilizing the property as their employee summer retreat. Please dress appropriately for...

Ranger led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park August 1

Enjoy a ranger-led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024 from 10 – 11 a.m. Join in for a ranger-guided nature hike. Camp Helen boasts nine distinct natural communities throughout the park with varied flora and fauna. Learn about our rare coastal dune lake, Lake Powell, as well as the park wildlife. Hike is suitable for all ages. Dress for the weather; water and bug spray are recommended. The Friends of Camp Helen are excited to be open...

Enjoy stargazing at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park July 12

Join the members of the Northwest Florida Astronomy Association on Friday, July 12, 2024 and view the beauty of the universe at. The event starts at 5 p.m. They start by setting up solar telescopes about 3 hours prior to sunset and safely observe our closest star, the Sun. Once the Sun sets, we transition to night time observing. Different size and design telescopes will be set up by dusk and celestial objects will be chosen with an eye to...

Walton County code compliance guidelines for July 4 holiday

Walton County officials are reminding beach goers and Independence Day revelers of the County codes that will be strictly enforced this July 4. Walton County Beach Code Compliance (Code) is asking for public assistance in having a successful morning nesting survey by the South Walton Turtle Watch Group (SWTW) on July 4, 2024. The County will have officers at the access very early on the morning of July 4, 2024. Walton County’s Beach Activities Ordinance prohibits driving on the beach...