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Explore nature along three trails in Bear Creek Educational Forest

March 2, 2021
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Birding, Eco adventure, Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Explore unique ecosystems at Bear Creek A wealth of wildlife, birds and wildflowers await visitors to Bear Creek Educational Forest just west of Tallahassee in Quincy. Located within the Lake Talquin State Forest, Bear Creek focuses on education, with an array of learning experiences for visitors. This 492-acre tract of the forest meanders through many natural communities including wetlands, sandhills and dramatic steephead ravines. Along with a variety of birds and wildlife, an abundance of tree species are found in...

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Explore the natural beauty of St. Joseph Bay Buffer Preserve

January 26, 2021
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Biking, Birding, Eco adventure, Environment, Fishing, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Preserving our watersheds for future generations As we explore Florida’s beautiful coastlines, we often take for granted the pristine areas that remain intact. With ever expanding urban and commercial growth, it is comforting to know some of the best of our coastal landscapes have been set aside for protection as aquatic preserves. In the State of Florida, there are 41 of these special places with more than 2.2 million acres preserved by the Department of Environmental Protection’s Office of Coastal...

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Swim, picnic and enjoy nature at Pitt and Sylvan springs Recreation Area

July 21, 2020
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Birding, Eco adventure, Environment, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Parks, Trails/Hiking

Cool off on a hot summer’s day Looking for a place to take a dip in a spring and grill a few dogs and burgers? Head over to the newly renovated Pitt and Sylvan Springs and enjoy a day nestled in nature along Econfina Creek. Located along State Road 20 in Bay County, this public recreation area recently went through major restoration by Northwest Florida Water Management District. The endeavor was the first phase of the District’s Econfina Springs Complex...

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Exploring Walton County’s Black Creek and Mitchell River

July 14, 2020
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Birding, Fishing, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun

Boating along adjacent waterways provide a for laid back day up the creek Accessible from either the Choctawhatchee Bay or one of several boat ramps off of CR 3280 such as Black Creek Lodge, Black Creek and the Mitchell River are two waterways that offer the perfect opportunity to explore nature, fish or bird watch. Cypress and juniper trees hang lazily over the water, and the tall cypress provides the perfect perch for wetland raptors such as osprey and swallow-tailed...

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Four scenic locations to paddle up an appetite and enjoy a great lunch

March 22, 2020
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Birding, Eco adventure, Kayak/Canoe, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat

Short paddle adventures paired with great eateries around Walton County Note: For the time being, all restaurants mentioned in this story are offering take out only. Some of Northwest Florida’s most scenic natural landscapes can be found right here in Walton County. Kayakers, canoeists and stand up paddle boarders have many locations to enjoy nature’s delights just a few paddle strokes away. If you are interested in venturing on a paddle excursion but can’t afford to spend the entire day,...

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Explore The Outdoors Festival comes to Live Oak Landing Oct. 24

October 8, 2019
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Birding, Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, paddle/surf/boat, Parks

A great day for outdoor family fun Walton Outdoors will be hosting our 10th annual Explore The Outdoors Festival on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020. The event will be held from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the beautiful waterfront location of Live Oak Landing Outdoor Destination, 229 Pitts Avenue in Freeport, Florida. 32439 ::MAP:: This fun-filled day will introduce children to the wonders of exploring nature and the outdoor experience. Hands on activities will include fishing, kayaking, wildlife, archery, interactive...

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Enjoy a leisurely hike along the Cassine Trail in South Walton

November 30, 2018
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Biking, Birding, Eco adventure, Environment, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun, Trails/Hiking

Forest trail a leisurely, picturesque hike Located within the Point Washington State Forest and part of its Eastern Lake Trail System, Cassine Gardens trail offers a pleasant, easy hike showcasing the diversity of Northwest Florida’s ecosystems. The majority of this pleasant, easy hike consists of basin swamps/titi drains and wet flatwoods. Most colorful in spring and fall for the variety of wildflowers it hosts, you can enjoy this year round for its diversity and shady walk. Midway through the hike...

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New trail offerings at Ponce de Leon Springs State Park

March 28, 2018
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Biking, Eco adventure, Nature, Outdoor Family Fun

Ponce de Leon Springs State Park now offers four miles of trail opportunities in their previously undeveloped southern section of the park. In addition to the popular spring area, the park has converted their service roads, which spans approximately four miles. This portion of the park offers scenic views of upland, bottomland, and wetland areas. The trail is moderate terrain and suitable for hiking or biking. Recently burned in March 2018, new wiregrass and vegetation are reappearing in abundance. Along...

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