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Nature EGGstravaganza Biophilia egg hunt March 10

Get outdoors and enjoy a Nature EGGstravaganza and Egg Hunt at the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center on Saturday, March 10th from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Hundreds of eggs filled with goodies will be scattered on the lawn and throughout the Biophilia trails. There will be three age divided hunts with the first one starting at 10:00 a.m. Meet the Easter Bunny, play games in the Egg Olympics, decorate eggs, hang out with Alaqua Animal Refuge’s Spring time farm animals,...

Explore the Town Center trails in Santa Rosa Beach

Four miles of meandering trails around South Walton’s Government Center a pleasant walk or bike ride Many folks aren’t aware of the scenic, leisurely trails located around the busy South Walton Government Annex buildings in Santa Rosa Beach. The multi-modal trails offer more than four miles of hiking and biking enjoyment. Easily accessible, one can meander along and enjoy the beauty of South Walton’s natural resources. The trails boasts forest footpaths, multi-use paved trails, and bridges crossing over wetlands areas....

Baytowne Wharf celebrates Mardi Gras with dog parade Feb. 11, people parade Feb. 13

Let the good times roll this Mardi Gras season at The Village of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin. Festivities kick off Sunday, Feb 11 at 2 pm with their annual Mardi Gras Dog Parade. This year’s theme is Bone Appetit! Click here for registration. Continue the celebration with the Fat Tuesday Baytowne Bash Parade on Tuesday, February 13th at 5 pm. Unique and colorful floats, golf carts, and pick-up trucks roll down the streets. Participants dress in their Mardi Gras best,...

Americana music in the lodge at Camp Helen State Park Feb. 3

The 2018 Americana Music at The Lodge concerts at Camp Helen State Park continue on February 3rd, featuring Mike & Maggie McKinney collectively known as Lucky Mud. This duo plays SwampyTonk and Folkabilly, a creative ensemble of many forms of music including Folk/Honky Tonk/Blues/Country/Pop/Florida Swamp beats. Concerts start at 6:30 p.m. and the doors open at 6 pm. You will be given a number upon your arrival at the lodge and the opportunity to select your seat by placing your...

Guided moonlight paddle at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Jan. 30

Join Topsail Hill Preserve State Park for a moonlight paddle on January 30, 2018 from 4:30  – 7:30 p.m. Experience Campbell Lake on a Ranger guided paddling tour.  Participants must be experienced canoers/kayakers over 12 yrs old. Program is $40 per person. Space is limited. Advanced online registration is required and can be done at www.topsailparkfriends.org. Program fee includes watercraft rental, PFD, paddle, park admission fee, glow sticks, tram ride to Campbell Lake and a donation to the Friends of Topsail Hill Preserve...

Americana music in the lodge at Camp Helen State Park Jan. 20

The 2018 Americana Music at The Lodge concerts at Camp Helen State Park will continue on January 20th featuring sultry voiced Sally Spring and partner Ted Lyons from Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Sally creates magical moments with her beautiful lyrics and haunting melodies and dulcet tones while Ted Lyons accompanies her with percussive guitar and sweet harmonies. Concerts start at 6:30 p.m. and the doors open at 6 pm. You will be given a number upon your arrival at the lodge...