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Explore the Native Plant Demonstration Garden and Trail at Northwest Florida State College South Walton campus

August 18, 2014
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Eco adventure, Environment, Home/Garden, Nature, Trails/Hiking

Interested in learning about native Northwest Florida plants and ecosystems? Head over to the Northwest Florida State College South Walton campus and explore the Native Plant Demonstration Garden and Trail in Santa Rosa Beach. The Native Plant Demonstration Garden and Trail is a joint project of the Walton County Master Gardeners, Northwest Florida State College, and the Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance. This trail was developed to familiarize residents, visitors, and students with some of the most common native trees, shrubs and...

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By Walton Outdoors

Point Washington State Forest now offers primitive camping

June 30, 2014
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Biking, Eco adventure, Nature, Parks, Trails/Hiking

The Point Washington State Forest now offers camping opportunities near Eastern Lake. The four primitive sites boast a 14’x20′ tent pad, picnic table, barbecue grill, fire ring, lantern hanger, and a self composting toilet serving the campsite area. The sites are nestled in a high and dry area of sand pines and palmettos. Just a few steps away is a stunning view of Eastern Lake. These are the first campsites ever offered in the Point Washington State Forest. Additional sites...

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By Walton Outdoors

Point Washington and Pine Log State Forests reopened

May 19, 2014
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Environment, Nature, Parks, Trails/Hiking

The Point Washington and Pine Log State Forests have reopened. The recent rain event shut down recreational activity due to flooding of the roads and trails. In Point Washington, Road No. 18 is still temporarily closed. At Pine Log, some of the primitive campsites are still under water and will be reopened once dry. For more information on Point Washington call (850) 267-8325, Pine Log (850) 535-2888....

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Take a guided sunset/night hike at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park May 12

May 8, 2014
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Eco adventure, Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Hosted by Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance, Discover Roads Less Traveled eco-tours will introduce you to some very special places in South Walton. Time: Meet at 7 p.m. This walk will involve hiking a paved trail for approximately 1 mile and a short dirt trail about 1/10 of a mile in length. Our session will begin with a tram ride to the beach to take in the beautiful South Walton sunset; be sure to bring your cameras. After a brief discussion of...

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Head out on horseback with Sunshine Riding Trails to the Econfina Wildlife Management Area

April 20, 2014
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Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Trails/Hiking

Interested in taking a guided horse trail ride through Northwest Florida’s beautiful Econfina Wildlife Management Area? Head on over to the Sunshine Riding Trails, the great folks there will saddle you up for a day of enjoyable riding. Owned by Kathy and David Rich, Sunshine Riding Trails offers Tennessee Walkers and Paso Finos for most every age and skill level. They offer 1 2, 3, or 4-hour rides along the area’s beautiful equestrian trails. A day of sightseeing is in...

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Take a hike on the Florida Trail along Econfina Creek

April 14, 2014
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Birding, Eco adventure, Environment, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat, Trails/Hiking

Scenic vistas await the explorer Hiking the Florida Trail along the Econfina Creek just north of Panama City in Washington County is a must do for anyone who enjoys nature. This portion of the Trail in Northwest Florida runs along the creek for a stretch of approximately 18 miles, with three convenient accesses. Choose from Scott Road trail head off of U.S. Hwy. 231 just north of Fountain; SR 20 trailhead between SR 77 and U.S. Hwy 231 near Pitt Spring...

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Getting to Know the Natives – Garden and trail tour at Northwest Florida State College South Walton April 21

April 10, 2014
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Eco adventure, Nature, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Time: 3 p.m. Get acquainted with the local flora and fauna as you enjoy a guided tour of the Native Plant Demonstration Garden and Trail at Northwest Florida State College (South Walton Center). Plants featured in the Garden, Trail and Wildflower Meadow are critical to habitat preservation, providing food and shelter for hundreds of species of pollinators, amphibians, reptiles, birds and small mammals. The area is mostly handicap accessible. It is established as a teaching/demonstration/leisure site for students and the...

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Take a guided tour of the wet prairies at Grayton Beach State Park April 16

March 28, 2014
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Eco adventure, Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Time: 10 a.m. Join the Park Ranger at Grayton Beach State Park for an informative tour of some of the park’s wet prairie restoration areas. Learn the importance of these areas, which endangered plants call them home, and how titi trees impact the hydrology and flora of these areas. The ranger will discuss the importance of the prescribed fire program at the park, explaining how fire is a necessity for habitat restoration, wildlife management, and decreasing loading fuels to help...

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