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Walton County fishing report for Aug. 3

Amberjack season open, kings in the Gulf and Bay Salt: King mackerel still red hot right now, in the 12-15 lb. range. Lots of bait fish showing up again since the Gulf has calmed down. Catching vermillion snapper, triggerfish, white snapper and amberjack which puts on a good bite. Inshore Gulf report brought to you by Capt. Kerry Jones of Not A Dog Charters. Bay: Speckle trout and redfish EARLY in the a.m. Catching on top suspending baits and shrimp....

Heat Advisory in effect for South Walton Aug. 1

Hydrate early and often and limit your exposure outside today HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM EDT /NOON CDT/ TO 6 PM EDT /5 PM CDT/ MONDAY. ANOTHER HOT DAY IS EXPECTED ACROSS THE REGION FOR MONDAY. THE COMBINATION OF HOT TEMPS & PARTICULARLY HIGH DEWPOINTS NEAR THE COAST WILL RESULT IN HEAT INDICES APPROACHING OR SURPASSING 110 DEGREES. THESE HEAT INDICES ARE STRESSFUL AND POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS TO THOSE WITH PLANS FOR PROLONGED OR STRENUOUS OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES. THE NATL...

Rough surf conditions in South Walton from tropical storm Don

Red flags flying today Tropical storm Don brings rough conditions to the beaches of South Walton July 28, 2011.  The bumpy/choppy surf conditions this morning are a windy swell building a bit this afternoon into SSE winds 10-15 knots. South Walton Fire District advises staying close to shore.  Even though the wave heights are only around 2 feet, there WILL BE some strong rip currents across our beaches today. Rip current risk: high…a high risk of rip currents means that wind,...

Learn sand sculpting at Topsail every Thursday in July

Build a sandcastle with a pro! Join Rick Mungeam, professional sand sculptor for sand castle building at Topsail every Thursday in July from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Learn about the sand and water as you enjoy the beach at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. This event requires a $6.00 entry admission per vehicle into the park. The tram to the beach is located at the day use entrance and runs at the top of every hour. Call (850) 267-8330 for...

Learn about waves, tides and currents while you take a hike at Topsail June 18

Learn about the forces of nature Time: 9:30 a.m. Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Learn all about the forces of nature that help shape the shorelines of the Florida Panhandle. Enjoy a morning hike along the park’s pristine beaches and let the guide share the insights of the beautiful Gulf’s waves and tides  Park at the Day-Use area and take a short hike to the clubhouse. Outside tours canceled during severe weather. Call 267-8330 for more information. All programs...