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Gregg Allman performing at Gulf Place May 28

Tickets on sale March 17 Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Gregg Allman is bringing his distinctive Southern Rock & Blues sound to the Emerald Coast on Wednesday, May 28, 2014. Allman, a founding member of the Allman Brothers Band and a storied solo-performer will headline at the Gulf Place Amphitheater before an expected sell-out crowd of 4,500 fans – and lucky South Walton residents will be first in line for tickets. Tickets will be available at select local retail...

Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance hosting eco-tours in South Walton

Discover roads less traveled The Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance (CBA), in partnership with Visit South Walton and Northwest Florida State College, presents a series of Spring eco-adventures in South Walton County. Discover Roads Less Traveled offers visitors and residents varied opportunities to explore and discover the natural resources that make South Walton unique. Descriptions are available online at www.basinalliance.org by clicking the EcoTours information box at the lower-left. Prices vary, starting at $15. Registration is by phone at 850-200-4160. The Florida...

Learn about alligators March 22 at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park

Time: 2 – 3 p.m. These formidable creatures were once hunted to near extinction, but have made an incredible recovery. Come learn the full history of Florida’s most famous reptile at a informative slideshow presentation at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. Park staff will direct you to the clubhouse upon entering the park. A $6.00 entry admission per vehicle into the park. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is located at 7525 W. Scenic Highway 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, Florida 32459....

South Walton Fire District lifeguards take to the beach March 8

South Walton Fire District (SWFD) lifeguards will report to their ten tower locations this (nine are public accesses) Saturday March 8, 2014 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. This is the 9th season that the Beach Safety and Education Program, a partnership between the SWFD and the South Walton Tourist Development Council (TDC), will be in place. New and returning lifeguards are completing their annual training academy this week. The 84 hour academy consists of medical, surf rescue techniques, beach...

Become a South Walton Turtle Watch volunteer

Required FWC training held March 12 Walker volunteers are needed for the South Walton sea turtle season of 2014. The season runs from May 1 until October 31.  Walkers must be trained by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). The training class will be held at Gulf Coast State College on March 12, 2014. The training is only given once, sometime after the training you will be asked to walk with someone from the area you will be walking...

Take a guided walk on the Grayton Beach State Park forest trail March 7

On Friday, March 7 at 10 a.m. join the park services specialist at Grayton Beach State Park for a guided walk on the forest trail. Learn about the flora and fauna found on the forest side of the state park. Participants will meet at the Ranger Station. Appropriate clothing, closed toe shoes, drinking water is required. Insect repellant, sun screen, and hat is optional. This walk will take approximately 1—1 1/2 hours. Outside programs will be cancelled during severe weather....

Learn about spiders March 7 at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park

Date/Time: March 7, 2014 – 2- 3 p.m. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park presents the world of spiders. Learn which spiders in Florida are poisonous, which are beneficial, where they live, what they eat, and the benefits they bring to us.  This indoor slide program is great for all ages. Park entry fee is $6 per vehicle; park staff will direct you to the clubhouse parking lot upon entering the park A $6.00 entry admission per vehicle into the park....