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Walton County beach sampling results for June 3, 2014 – Advisory issued for Grayton Beach

UPDATED June 4 – Advisory lifted for Grayton Beach The Florida Department of Health in Walton County conducts regularly scheduled saltwater beach water quality monitoring at seven sites through the Healthy Beaches Monitoring Program.   Samples are collected from March through the end of October.  The water samples are analyzed for enteric bacteria (enterococci) that normally inhabit the intestinal tract of humans and animals, which may cause human disease, infections, or rashes.  The presence of enteric bacteria is an indication of...

Learn about coyotes at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park June 6

Time: 2 – 3 p.m. You are invited to come learn about our most ubiquitous exotic mammal, the coyote. This program will cover everything you need to know about coyotes, where they live, how they survive, and how we manage them in our parks. This is an all ages program. Enter the park through the main gate and the staff will direct you to the park’s clubhouse. $6.00 entry admission per vehicle. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is located at...

Learn surf fishing at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park June 5

Time: 12 – 1:30 p.m. Surf fishing is a popular sport along the beaches of Topsail Hill. This program will teach you what types of bait will work, what times of year certain fish can be caught, and common fish you can catch from the beach. Fishing gear is optional, the park has gear. This program will take place at the Beach Access, park in the Day Use parking area and catch the 12:00pm Tram to the beach. The program...

Hurricane season is from June 1 to November 30, are you prepared?

Here are some good tips for Walton area residents Native Floridians are familiar with the impact of hurricanes and the damage it can do to property, life and environment. However, many newcomers are not aware of the what is important to prepare for, should a large storm approach our area. It is important to have valuable information before hand. Here is a list of actions you should take to prepare. The Clyde B Wells bridge (U.S. Hwy. 331) shuts down...