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E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center Camp Longleaf groundbreaking Dec. 16

The E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center, local non-profit Environmental Nature Center, invites you to become a part of the Adventure and celebrate the groundbreaking of a new sleep away summer camp called Camp Longleaf. The celebration will take place on Saturday, December 16th from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. with the Groundbreaking Ceremony starting at 11:00 a.m. The day will include food for purchase by Barefoot BBQ, music by the Graytones, hands-on animal encounters, exhibits, camp crafts, guided hikes, raffle prizes and...

Moonlight paddle at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Dec. 2

Join Topsail Hill Preserve State Park for a moonlight paddle on December 2, 2017 from 4 – 7 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 and 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...

Free admission to Florida State Parks on Veterans Day Nov. 11

Florida State Parks will be offering free admission for all families and visitors on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, to honor all who have served and are currently serving in our U.S. military. Florida State Parks offer year-round discounts on annual entrance passes to those who currently serve or have served in the U.S. military, veterans with service related disabilities and surviving spouses of members of the U.S. military who have fallen in combat. For a full list of events, please...

DEP announces opening of 175th State Park at Gilchrist Blue Springs

HIGH SPRINGS, Fla. – Today, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Florida Park Service announced the opening of Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park in High Springs, Florida’s 175th state park. The property, which contains six natural springs and includes approximately one mile of frontage along the Santa Fe River, has been providing recreational opportunities as a private park since 1958. As a state park, Gilchrist Blue Springs will continue to offer numerous opportunities for resource-based recreation, including swimming, paddling and hiking....

Coastal Dune Lake Day at Grayton Beach State Park Oct. 21

Date/time: Sat. Oct. 21, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Coastal Dune Lake Day will celebrate our rare coastal dune lakes in South Walton county. Come out and enjoy a day along Western Lake at Grayton Beach State Park, and learn all there is to know about this local treasure. Take a tour on foot, kayak, or SUP from the experts. Hear about local history and folklore surrounding the lakes. Grayton Beach State Park is located in Walton County, South of...

Sunset paddle at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Sept. 30

Join Topsail Hill Preserve State Park for a Sunset Paddle on September 30, 2017 from 5 – 7:30p.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...

Fall equinox gathering at Glendale Memorial Preserve Sept. 22-24

A fun-filled weekend is planned in celebration of the fall equinox at Glendale Memorial Preserve. Enjoy primitive camping, tours, nature walk, climb the fire tower, arts/crafts, potluck, bonfire, and Saturday night music and dance. Bring a friend from Sept. 22-24 and a musical instrument, food to share, and good vibes. For more information, call Nita at 850-585-9460 or John at 850-859-2141. Glendale Memorial Preserve is located 9 miles north of DeFuniak Springs on Hwy. 83. Learn more about Glendale here....