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Pine Trail Mountain Bikers group forms in South Walton

Group works to improve trails in Point Washington State Forest There is a new group of cycling enthusiasts in South Walton, and they are looking for a few more members. The Pine Trail Mountain Bikers have been exploring, enjoying and now maintaining the beautiful trails throughout the Point Washington State Forest. With only five members so far, the group is slowly making great strides in improving some of the rough areas throughout South Walton according to organizer Joe Godbee. With...

Early autumn in Walton County abounds with color

Autumn brings colorful display to forest floors Fall brings a colorful time to explore the outdoors in  Northwest Florida. In Walton County, we are fortunate to have several State Parks and the Point Washington State Forest providing and abundance of seasonal wildflowers and migrating butterflies. To name just a few native flowers in bloom this time of year are wild buckweat (Eriogonum tomentosum), hairy jointweed (Polygonella basiramia), senna symeria (seymeria cassioides), goldenaster (Chrysopsis sabrella), goldenrod (Soldago tortifolia), figwort (Agalinis satacea)...

Take a hike with the Florida Trail Association

Florida Trail Association in Northwest Florida Activities 2012 Activity Participants Please note: Contact the activity leader well in advance for more information and/or to reserve your place (Space is limited.) Unless instructed otherwise by the activity leader, each participant should bring: day pack, plenty of water (recommended minimum, 2 quarts), sun protection (hat, glasses, screen), insect repellent, lunch and or snacks, adequate clothing for the forecast, and comfortable, sturdy close toed shoes with socks. Long pants, work gloves, and extra...