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5K and 1 Mile Fun Run in Alys Beach Sept. 3

Runners and families gather in Alys Beach for their Sixth Annual 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run on the Sunday before Labor Day, September 3, 2017. The certified 5K starts at the Alys Beach Amphitheatre and winds through the Gulf-side community and nature trail. Following the 5K, the 1 Mile Fun Run for children ages 12 and younger kicks off. 5K starts at 7 a.m. followed by the 1 Mile at 8:15 a.m. at Alys Amphitheatre at Alys Beach, E....

Stargazing at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Aug. 25

Date/time: Fri., Aug. 25, 4:45 – 9:30 p.m. Enjoy viewing the sun, moon, stars and other celestial objects through telescopes with the Northwest Florida Astronomy Association.  The program is weather dependent and a decision is made by 3:30pm the day of the program.  Call the ranger station before heading out for the program.  Participants need to be in the park before the gate closes at sunset. Participation Requirements Free entry to the park through Sept. 4. Otherwise $6.00 per vehicle,...

Guided Kayak tour of Rocky Bayou Aug. 11

Date/time: August 11, 9 – 11 a.m. Join a Park Ranger for a unique opportunity to paddle Rocky Bayou at Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park. The paddle will go along the shoreline of Rocky Bayou to Rocky Creek and back to the park. Rocky Bayou is a fresh to brackish water system supporting a large variety of fish and shellfish, including the federally endangered Okaloosa darter. Osprey and bald eagles are known to nest within the area. Osprey in...

McQuage Bayou multiple-use trail in Point Washington State Forest undergoes restoration

The McQuage Bayou trail in south Walton’s Point Washington State Forest has undergone restoration and is now open for biking, hiking, and horse-back riding. The trail, originally established as equestrian-use only, has been closed to the public due to the deterioration of two large bridges along the path. The condition of these bridges made traveling the trail unsafe. With major improvements to the bridges, the trail itself and a refurbished trailhead, work is complete. The trail is open 7 days...

Wausau Possum Festival Aug. 5

Head over to downtown Wausau in Washington County for some possum fun! Beginning with a pancake breakfast at 7 a.m. and the annual ‘Possum Trot’ 5k Run, locals and visitors alike enjoy a full day of festivities, including the annual Possum Parade, Possum Auction and culminating at 8 p.m. with an old-fashioned square dance. Other activities include parade and possum auction, arts and crafts and live bluegrass and gospel music all afternoon, Possum King and Queen contest, entertainment, arts and...

Camp Helen State Park hosting movie, cookout, and more July 26

Date/time: Wednesday, July 26, 5:30 p.m. The fourth annual Movies & More series at Camp Helen State Park continues on Wednesday, June 28. The evening begin at 5:30 p.m. in the park’s Recreation Hall with a brief interpretive program led by a Camp Helen Park Ranger or other expert. The program will be followed by an old-fashioned campfire cookout of hot dogs and s’mores provided by the Friends of Camp Helen. Each evening will conclude with a family-oriented movie in...

Fire Rescue and Animal Shelter hosting open house in north Walton July 15

On Saturday, July 15th, Walton County Fire Rescue (WCFR) and the Walton County Animal Shelter (WCAS) will host a summer open house to help save lives. The event will take place at the Woodlawn Fire Station at 7363 U.S. Hwy. 331 S. from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. WCFR firefighters teamed up with the volunteers and staff at WCAS to put together a family-friendly event to help promote pet adoptions and provide families with a fun summer activity. The Walton...