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Hike the Florida National Scenic Trail at Nokuse Plantation

November 16, 2010
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Birding, Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Trails/Hiking

Creek side natural beauty awaits the explorer in Bruce The Nokuse Plantation portion the Florida Trail offers upland, wetland and freshwater natural habitats along the Lafayette Creek and Big Head Branch creek in Walton County. Whether you chose a short two-hour hike or an overnight backpacking journey, this trail offers a scenic experience that is sure to please. This section of the Florida Scenic Trail stretches more than 19 miles from SR81 to U.S. Hwy. 331 in Freeport with three...

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Point Washington State Forest fall wildflowers in bloom

September 30, 2010
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Eco adventure, Nature, Trails/Hiking

Season brings colorful display to the forest floor Most any time of year, the Point Washington State Forest offers a diverse landscape for a hiker or biker to explore our area’s natural beauty. Most of the forest’s area consists of sandhill, basin swamps/titi drains, wet flatwoods, wet prairie and cypress swamps. During the fall months, the array of wildflowers in bloom offer the explorer a colorful journey. Native flowers in bloom include wild buckweat (Eriogonum tomentosum), hairy jointweed (Polygonella basiramia),...

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Tracking wild critters a featured event at Back To Nature Festival Oct. 15-17

September 27, 2010
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Beaches, Eco adventure, Nature, Trails/Hiking

Take a hike with animal tracker Mike Townsend Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Time: 9 a.m., Oct. 16 Join the South Walton Community Council for a fun weekend of nature based activities Oct. 15-17. The Back to Nature Festival offers visitors and locals an opportunity to explore the natural beauty of Walton County. Kayak the dune lakes, take a river safari, go on an ecology walk, or bring the family to Seaside for a day of family fun. Most...

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Walton Outdoors hosting Explore The Outdoors Festival at Camp Timpoochee 4-H Center Oct. 9

September 15, 2010
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Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

What better way to spend the day than exploring the outdoors! Walton Outdoors and the Walton County 4-H Program announce Explore The Outdoors Festival at Camp Timpoochee 4-H Center on Sat. Oct. 9, 2010 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Join us for a day of fun filled activities for youth 6 and up and adults. Discover the wonders of the outdoors right here in Northwest Florida. Activities will include: • Kayaking instruction with Karl Renelt of Into The Wild...

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Wildflower and butterfly hike one of the featured events at the Back To Nature Festival Oct. 15-17

September 12, 2010
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Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Trails/Hiking

Take a walk into the forest with a master naturalist Oct. 16 Locals and visitors will have the opportunity to learn about wildflowers and butterflies with and expert this year at the Back To Nature Festival in South Walton. Florida master gardener and master naturalist Snookie Parrish will be sharing her passion for nature and the outdoors with a walk through the Point Washington State Forest on Oct. 16 at 1 p.m. Outdoor enthusiasts will have the opportunity to explore...

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E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center annual open house Sept. 11

August 11, 2010
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Eco adventure, Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Trails/Hiking

Enjoy hiking, films and activities for all ages The E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center at Nokuse Plantation will host its first “Annual Open House” Event on Saturday, September 11, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. The exhibit hall will be open, guided hikes will be available, scheduled films will be featured, and activities for all ages will be scheduled. Drop in anytime from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. or pack a lunch and stay a while. Public is welcome. For more...

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Get in free day at Florida State Parks July 17

July 9, 2010
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Beaches, Birding, Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Celebrate Recreation and Parks month with swimming, hiking or sitting under a shade tree! Recognizing the benefits of time spent outdoors in Florida’s environment, Governor Charlie Crist recently signed a proclamation highlighting July as Recreation and Parks Month in Florida. Saturday, July 17 the Florida Park Service (FPS) will offer FREE entry to all state parks, excluding the Skyway Fishing Pier. Canoe rentals, camping and other activities will be available at the regular price. With Florida’s famous sunshine and hot...

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Take a journey to lost lake at Tilley Landing

June 19, 2010
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Birding, Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Old growth swamp forest sparks the imagination Driving down the sloping gravel road, I felt the temperature drop slightly, and soon noticed the changes in the flora as I ventured into the swamp forest of the Choctawhatchee River Basin. About 1.7 miles down, I felt a bit like Alice in Wonderland as she tumbled down the rabbit hole. I finally arrived at the end of the road to Lost Lake; an oxbow-shaped lake filled with old-growth cypress trees and murky...

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