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Eden Gardens State Park

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Explore the beauty of Eden Gardens State Park

May 24, 2020
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Eco adventure, Home/Garden, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Walking on the grass encouraged at this family friendly park A beautiful Northwest Florida State Park is nestled in the Point Washington area of South Walton County. Large moss covered live oaks, walking trails and panoramic views of Tucker Bayou provide a visual delight for visitors to this historic park. The focal point of the 161-acre park is the two-story Wesley house boasting large white columns and wrap-around porch. Originally owned by the Wesley’s a wealthy Florida timber family, the...

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By Walton Outdoors

 Camellia and Art Fest at Eden Gardens State Park Feb. 23

February 9, 2013
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Home/Garden, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks

Learn all about camellias Location: Eden Gardens State Park Sat. Feb. 23, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m Eden Gardens State Park and the Friends of Eden Gardens would like to invite everyone to the annual Camellia and Art Fest on Saturday, Febuary 23, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Festivities begin with talks being given on Camellia identification, air layering (propagation), and the general maintenance and pest control of Camellias. Camellias, air layered from Eden plants, will be available from the...

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By Walton Outdoors

Historic Wesley house at Eden Gardens State Park decorated for the holidays, Candlelight Tour Dec. 15

November 9, 2012
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Outdoor Family Fun, Parks

Wesley House lights up for the holidays Eden Gardens State Park and the Friends of Eden invite you to join them for a tour of the Wesley House through the holidays. All of the rooms of the house have been decorated in Christmas cheer with each decorated in a variety of different themes by local organizations. Downstairs hall by Destin Woman’s Club, parlor by the Green Thumb Garden Club, dining room by the Point Washington United Methodist Women, downstairs porch...

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By Walton Outdoors

Camellia Fest and Heritage Day at Eden Gardens State Park Feb. 25

February 2, 2012
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Eco adventure, Home/Garden, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks

Learn all about camellias and history at Eden Location: Eden Gardens State Park Sat. Feb. 25, 10 a.m. – 2 p.mEden Gardens State Park and the Friends of Eden State Gardens, Inc. would like to invite everyone to the annual Camellia Fest. Visitors are invited to stroll through amazing camellias, discover heritage handicraft demonstrations on the grounds, learn air layering, (a camellia propagating technique), and camellia waxing for bloom preservation. Attend demonstrations on camellia care and other plant related topics...

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By Walton Outdoors

Wesley house at Eden Gardens State Park dressed up for the holidays and Candlelight Tour Dec. 17

November 16, 2011
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Home/Garden, Parks

Tour the house every Thursday – Monday Eden Gardens State Park and the Friends of Eden invite you to join them for a tour of the Wesley house this holiday season. Each of the rooms of the historic house have been decorated in a holiday theme by local volunteers. Tours of the Wesley House are available Thursday – Monday from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., every hour on the hour. The house is closed Tuesday and Wednesday for maintenance. The...

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By Walton Outdoors

Get in free at a Florida State Park July 17

July 15, 2011
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Beaches, Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks

Celebrate National Recreation and Parks month at a park near you In honor of July being recognized as National Recreation and Parks Month, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Florida Park Service invites visitors to explore Florida’s 160 state parks this Sunday, July 17, 2011 free of charge. All 160 Florida State Parks (except Skyway Fishing Pier) will offer free day-use entry for this day only. Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, including Buccaneer Bay, as well as Ellie Schiller Homosassa...

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By Walton Outdoors