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Vintage Florida film nights at Eden Gardens State Park in October

The Friends of Eden Gardens State Park are presenting the first ever “Eden’s Vintage Florida Film Series” in October. The films will be shown on the lawn by the stage near the bayou. All movies being presented were filmed in Florida, namely the finale, “Frogs” which was filmed at Eden Gardens State Park. The event is free with park admission of $4.00 per vehicle. Bring your chairs, blankets, and loved ones and enjoy the movies under the stars. Costumes are...

Take a guided butterfly hike in Point Washington State Forest Oct. 13

Hosted by Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance, Discover Roads Less Traveled eco-tours will introduce you to some very special places in Walton county. Guide: MaryAnn Friedman. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Take a guided walk through Point Washington State Forest to observe and identify the native plants, trees, grasses, insects, and butterflies. Your guide is a butterfly and native plant expert and well-seasoned in leading tours and presentations. You will walk a light to moderate trail discussing the flora and fauna...

Enjoy migrating hummingbirds in Northwest Florida this fall

Fill up your feeders and enjoy a hummer show! Between now and early spring, rare hummingbird species from out West turn up in Florida on their way to their winter homes in the tropics. Ruby-throated hummingbirds are year-round residents throughout Florida, but many from up North also pass through here on their annual migration to Central America. Floridians who put up hummingbird feeders or grow red or orange tubular flowers may get a glimpse of one of at least nine...

Caches, Critters and Cars at Falling Waters State Park Oct. 11

The Washington County Tourist Development Council is hosting Caches, Critters and Cars at Falling Waters State Park on Oct. 11, 2014 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Come experience an eclectic mix of treasure hunting, wild animals, antique campers & cars and much more. Enjoy all of this in the backdrop of one of the Florida Panhandle’s most beautiful places. This event will be the official kick-off of the Washington County Heritage GeoTrail. Geocaching is an adult version of hide...

Florida Heritage Day at E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center Oct. 4

Go back in time with the E.O.Wilson Biophilia Center on Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Exhibits and demonstrations include: blacksmithing, flint knapping, wood turning, turpentining, whip cracking, local artifacts, pioneers and plants, tours of the historic Florida Cracker house. Kids Activities include Candle Dipping, butter making, corn husk dolls, live farm animals, pioneer games, atlatl throwing, Forida Cracker stories Snacks available for purchase. General Admission: Adults $8, Children $5 2 and under free. The E.O. Wilson Biophilia...

Walton County Fair coming to DeFuniak Springs Oct. 6-11

Six days of family fun in store at the fairgrounds The Walton County Fair, a tradition since 1924, kicks off six days of family fun on Monday, Oct. 6, 2013. Sticking to its roots as an agricultural fair, there will be livestock competitions every day including rabbit, poultry, hog, horse, lamb, goat and cattle shows. The Fair also provides an opportunity for youth and adults to showcase their artwork, handicrafts, growing crops. Other activities will include a dog show, hot...

Choctawhatchee WATERSHED Music Festival in Destin Sept. 20

On September 20, 2014 Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House of the Destin Harbor will host the inaugural Choctawhatchee WATERSHED Music Festival; a benefit concert to promote the health and sustainability of local waterways via the mission and objectives of the Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance (CBA) of Northwest Florida State College.  The 8 hour festival will consist of non-stop music from 5 different artists, all for the wristband price of $20. There will also be a silent auction to raise additional funding...