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Take a guided canoe/kayak tour of Campbell Lake at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park April 24

April 15, 2014
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Beaches, Birding, Eco adventure, Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat, Parks

Time: 1 p.m. Campbell Lake is one of the most pristine coastal dune lakes in South Walton. This tour is an opportunity to experience it up-close. Participants will meet at Tram Stop One in the parking area behind the ranger station at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and ride down to the Campbell Lake recreation area. After a brief safety discussion, participants will launch canoes and kayaks and tour the lake by following the shoreline. Along the way, the park...

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Enjoy a canoe tour of Western Lake channel and outfall at Grayton Beach State Park April 30

April 15, 2014
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Eco adventure, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Parks

On Wednesday, April 30 from 9 – 11 a.m. enjoy a canoe tour of Western Lake channel and outfall. A Grayton Beach State Park specialist will lead you on an exciting trip on Western Lake discussing the importance and rarity of coastal dune lakes and what animal/birds call the lakes home. Please sign-up at the ranger station prior to the day of the event. Event is open to the first 9 guests to sign-up at the ranger station. Participants that...

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Take a hike on the Florida Trail along Econfina Creek

April 14, 2014
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Birding, Eco adventure, Environment, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat, Trails/Hiking

Scenic vistas await the explorer Hiking the Florida Trail along the Econfina Creek just north of Panama City in Washington County is a must do for anyone who enjoys nature. This portion of the Trail in Northwest Florida runs along the creek for a stretch of approximately 18 miles, with three convenient accesses. Choose from Scott Road trail head off of U.S. Hwy. 231 just north of Fountain; SR 20 trailhead between SR 77 and U.S. Hwy 231 near Pitt Spring...

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Getting to Know the Natives – Garden and trail tour at Northwest Florida State College South Walton April 21

April 10, 2014
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Eco adventure, Nature, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Time: 3 p.m. Get acquainted with the local flora and fauna as you enjoy a guided tour of the Native Plant Demonstration Garden and Trail at Northwest Florida State College (South Walton Center). Plants featured in the Garden, Trail and Wildflower Meadow are critical to habitat preservation, providing food and shelter for hundreds of species of pollinators, amphibians, reptiles, birds and small mammals. The area is mostly handicap accessible. It is established as a teaching/demonstration/leisure site for students and the...

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Learn about the flora and fauna at Deer Lake State Park April 17

April 7, 2014
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Beaches, Eco adventure, Nature, Parks

On Thursday, April 17th at 9 a.m. join the Deer Lake Park services specialist for “The Dunes are Alive talk at Deer Lake State Park. Learn about the flora and fauna found in the sand dunes. Participants will meet at the Deer Lake State Park parking area. This talk will take approximately 1 hour. All programs are subject to change. Outside programs will be cancelled during severe weather/rain. Park entry fee $3.00 per vehicle. Please use the honor box to...

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Have breakfast with a ranger and Turtle Bob at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park April 12

April 7, 2014
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Eco adventure, Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun

Time: 9 – 10:30 a.m. Topsail Hill invites you to a special breakfast on Sat., April 12, with guest speaker Turtle Bob from the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center. Turtle Bob will talk about the importance of our local turtles and gopher tortoises. This will be a fun and informative program for all ages. Upon entering the park, the staff at the ranger station will direct you to the clubhouse. Breakfast is provided for a suggested donation of $5, or you...

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Paint by the Bay with Studio By The Sea April 15

March 31, 2014
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Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun

Time: 2 p.m. Studio by the Sea is a traveling, open air and indoor venue painting studio. They are happy to be traveling to Walton County’s new Kellogg Park on beautiful Choctawhatchee Bay for a special Art Partners class. Amanda Usrey guide you, step-by-step, through the basics of acrylic painting — in a fun and relaxing atmosphere. You’ll leave with your own painting and feeling a little more like Picasso. No experience necessary, all supplies included. Just bring a warm body (and...

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Take a guided paddle excursion from Eden Gardens State Park to Peach Creek April 14

March 30, 2014
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Eco adventure, Environment, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat, Parks

Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m. Participants will launch from Eden Gardens State Park, paddling Tucker Bayou to Peach Creek. Discussion topics will include marsh ecosystems and the history of Choctawhatchee logging. The excursion will be led by Karl Renelt. Moderate or higher exertion level, depending on wind conditions. Participants are asked to bring forecast compatible clothing and personal comfort items (i.e. sunscreen, bug spray, etc.). Kayak or stand-up paddleboard (SUP) rental included in the cost of the tour. Space is...

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