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Migrating monarchs in Walton County part of tagging study

Local naturalist in fifth year of Monarch Watch program Joe Wyatt, naturalist at Hammock Bay in Freeport has been tagging monarch butterflies over the last five years as part of a migration study with the University of Kansas. So far in this year’s study, Joe has tagged more than 100, finding the majority of the fluttering beauties feasting on milkweed (Asclepias) and saltbush (Baccharis halimifolia) The tiny tags weighing less than a gram have a plethora of information typed on...

South Walton Fire District hosting open house Oct. 22

In an effort to promote fire/life safety, the South Walton Fire District will be hosting a free “Open House” on Saturday October 22, 2011 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. The event will take place at the SWFD Station 2 located at 2109 S. HWY 395 Seagrove Beach, Fl. 32459. There will be “live” demonstrations, child safety seat inspections, fire related games and activities, a “jump house” blood pressure checks, food, drinks and fun and more! Please plan on joining...

Flutterby Festival returns to Rosemary Beach Nov. 12 – 13

Annual event celebrates the arts and the migration of the monarch butterfly One of South Walton’s most popular fall events, the annual Flutterby Festival is returning to Rosemary Beach, Nov. 12-13, celebrating the arts and the migration of the monarch butterfly along Scenic Highway 30A. Hosted by the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA), this year’s event will feature interactive adventures by the Seaside Repertory Theatre. Also, for the first time ever, Children’s Volunteer Health Network’s “Cottages for Kids”...

2011 Halloween events in and around Walton County

Here are some great ideas for Halloween fun in and around Walton County! Arnett’s Gulfside Trail Rides Pumpkin Fest Oct. 15–16, 22–23 Time: 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Location: 316 S. County Road 393, Santa Rosa Beach A family-friendly fall harvest event with pony rides, a jump house, hayrides, face painting and pumpkin painting. Meet the mini-horses and the mini-mule, Frank. Concession with hot dogs, cotton candy, drinks. $5.00 each event. or $20 include pony ride, hayride, unlimited jumps in the jump house,...

Enjoy stargazing at Topsail Oct. 27

Enjoy the wonders of the night sky Thurs., Oct. 27 – 7:30 p.m. Are you curious about the night sky?  Have you ever looked up above through the lens of a telescope?  If you’re ready for a night of exploration and fun come out and join the Northwest Florida Astronomy Association as they share their knowledge about the wonders of the universe.  Park at the Day-Use area and look for all the telescopes. All programs except Breakfast with a Ranger...

Railroad vines bloom along South Walton beaches

Beautiful plant strengthens sand dunes Always a pleasant sight along our beaches, the beautiful blooming railroad vine is also an important protector of our sand dunes. As with the sea oats, the plant helps to stabilize the dunes by rooting at nodes all along its length, and is often planted for that purpose. Each flower opens only once, in the morning, but keep blooming almost all year long, peaking from May through November. The railroad vine (Ipomoea pes-caprae) is native...