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Local resident helps out stunned dolphin at Grayton Beach

Quick action saves the day for lucky dolphin Local resident Shane Carter was a quick thinker when he came to a rescue of a stunned dolphin along Grayton Beach in South Walton on Jan. 7, 2011. Here is Shane’s recap of what happened: “We saw a large group of dolphins at Grayton. The were very active. Lots of jumping/ splashing.  A couple hours later this one came rolling up through the surf.  We ran out and held it’s blow hole...

Learn about prescribed fires at Topsail Dec. 16

Get answers to all your burning questions Time: 1:30 p.m. Location: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Fire is a natural process that has shaped Florida’s ecosystems over the years. Prescribed fires play a vital role in restoring “fire-dependent” natural communities. Learn the answers to all of your burning questions. Park at the Day-Use area and take a short hike to the clubhouse. $6.00 entry admission per vehicle into the park. Call (850) 267-8330 for more information. ::MAP::...

Take a historic tour of Econfina Dec. 10

Enjoy a day outdoors with the Florida Trail Association Date: December, 10th 2011 8:00 am – 12:00 pm The PANHANDLE Chapter of the Florida Trail Association is hosting a tour of Historic Econfina on December 10th. Tour guide will be Bob Hurst, a member of the FTA, Historical Society of Bay County, and Florida Panhandle Canoe and Kayak Club. The tour is open to the public. Sites that will be visited include Porter Cemetery, Walsingham Bridge/Path to the Forks, Gainer...

Learn about snakes at the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center Dec. 3

Education is key when learning about Florida snakes Time: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Location: E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center Head over to the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center on Dec. 3 and learn all about snakes as Joe Wyatt gives a presentation about snakes in the Florida Panhandle.  Joe is the Naturalist at Hammock Bay in Freeport, Florida.  He has over 20 years of experience in the Natural Resources field.  Joe has advised and worked for several different conservation organizations from...

Learn about recycling at E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center Nov. 26

“Talking Trash” with Longleaf Laura Time: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Come and see how Waste Management and the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center have teamed up to make a difference in our environment.  Longleaf Laura is the waste and recycling expert at the Center. She will discuss the waste stream, energy production and the reuse of recycled materials in fun and interactive ways, including: • How a landfill is constructed • Ways to divert waste from landfills • Landfill gas-to-energy...