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Interpretive kayak tour at Rocky Bayou State Park May 20

Meet the local wildlife and enjoy the scenic views of the bayou on an interpretive guided tour with park staff and friends. Kayaks, life vests and paddles will be provided for a fee of $25 per person. Bring your own kayak and join in on the fun for only $5! This beginner-level tour will last 2 hours and is open to anyone 10 or older. Children 10 to 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required....

Lakefest comes to DeFuniak Springs May 20-21

LakeFest is an annual festival in DeFuniak Springs, Florida celebrating safe, recreational activities for the entire family on the water and banks of beautiful Lake DeFuniak, one of the world’s rare, naturally round spring-fed lakes. The festival will be held at Chipley Park along Circle Drive May 20 – 21, 2022. The 2022 event is comprised of live entertainment, kayak/water sport races, outdoor evening movie, fish fry, hilarious cardboard boat races, water demonstrations, booth exhibits, water slides, bounce houses, kids...

Alaqua hosting Spring Bazaar and sneak peek of new location May 7

Join Alaqua at their new Welcome Center Courtyard for a Spring Bazaar — A Unique Marketplace on Sat., May 7 from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. This ‘mega yard sale’ marketplace will have home décor, furniture, housewares, linens, high end clothing, jewelry, artwork, pet supplies, and more. The Spring Bazaar will be held at their new home, located at 155 Dugas Way, Freeport, FL 32439— 4.7 miles east of Freeport along Highway 20. Bring the family and make it a...

Celebrate Estuaries Day at Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve May 6

The Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve (ANERR) celebrates Estuaries Day on Friday, May 6, in Eastpoint, FL. The first 600 visitors will receive a free t-shirt. Activities include free, fun, and educational stations for kids and adults including marine animal touch tanks, and estuary-themed games such as Living Shoreline Exploration, Salt Marsh Bingo, Prescribed Fire Activities, and a Turtle Hurdle Boardgame. Attendees also can tour ANERR’s 5,400 square-foot Nature Center with its three large aquariums filled with local estuarine and...

Ranger led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park May 5

Enjoy a ranger-led nature hike at Camp Helen State Park on Thursday, May 5, 2022 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...

Spring festival and Easter egg hunts around Walton April 16

Spring Festival and Eggstravaganza in Freeport Enjoy a day of family fun at Freeport Regional Sports Complex on April 16, 2022. Sponsored by the Freeport Town Planters Society, the event will feature pony rides, Hobo Express, fishbowl games, stuff your own animal, and the 15,000 Easter eggs that fall from the sky sponsored by Destin Worship. Town Planters Society will be hosting a silent auction to raise funds for Relay for Life. Times are: Toddlers 0-3 at 10:30 a.m. Ages...