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History tour at Camp Helen State Park Oct. 5

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...

Family Bay Day at Rocky Bayou State Park Sept. 28

Join in for Family Bay Day at Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Hosted by the Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance (CBA) in partnership with the Choctawhatchee Bay Estuary Program, and generously supported by the Mattie Kelly Environmental Initiative (MKEI) through the Northwest Florida State College Foundation, this free event is perfect for nature lovers of all ages. The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance will have educational stations for outreach about the Choctawhatchee...

Bluegrass Barn Jam at Alaqua Animal Refuge Sept. 21

Alaqua Animal Refuge is excited to announce the return of the Animoré weekend with the introduction of the Bluegrass Barn Jam. This year’s event takes place on Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 1 – 10 p.m. Multiple performances from nationally- and regionally-recognized Bluegrass acts across multiple stages on the sprawling Alaqua property. Featured Bands: Buffalo Nickel: Known for its authentic bluegrass sound blended with modern influences. Molly Thomas: An acclaimed artist bringing a fresh twist to traditional Bluegrass. Hurricane Party: Bringing high-energy performances...

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...