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FWC proposes 2014 Gulf recreational red snapper season

Proposed season May 24 – July 14 The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) proposed 2014 Gulf recreational red snapper season dates in state waters. This proposed season will be brought back before the Commission for final approval at its April 15-17 meeting in Tallahassee. The 2014 proposed season, if approved in April, would be 52 days long, starting the Saturday before Memorial Day, (May 24 this year) and remaining open through July 14, closing July 15. The Commission...

Morrison Springs swimming advisory rescinded

Water now safe for swimming, diving Effective Feb. 12, 2014, the Florida Department of Health in Walton County is rescinding the May 31, 2013 swim advisory for the Morrison Springs bathing place. DOH Walton feels that water quality in this area has improved considerably due to the reduction in bacteria levels. DOH will continue to monitor the water quality in this area monthly and routinely advise the public of results.  For more information contact the DOH Walton at 850-892-8021. Morrison...

Walton County fishing report for Feb. 12

Fishing is great for those who get out there Choctawhatchee Bay: Fishing is great in the bay with large amounts of speckled trout being caught, a few black drum, and a few sheepshead. River: Crappie being caught in the river. Ponds: Time for the bass to get on the bed. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about...

Learn about exotic plants at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Feb. 16

Time 2 p.m. Come learn about our non-native plant visitors at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. You may have some right in your own back yard, this program will teach you how to identify and get rid of plants that do not belong. Lots of time and money are spent on eradication of these plants, find out how you can help. Park entry fee is $6 per vehicle; the program will take place at the clubhouse. A $6.00 entry admission...

Walton county fishing report for Feb. 5

Fishing is great for those who get out there Choctawhatchee Bay: Fishing is great in the bay with speckled trout and a few black drum being caught. River: Crappie being caught in the river. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S Freeport, Florida 32439 (850) 835-4277...

Walton County extreme weather road closures for Jan, 29, 2014

  UPDATE Jan. 29 – 12:30 p.m.: The 331 Clyde B. Wells bridge has been reopened by DOT. Walton County Public Works crews and DOT crews will continue to monitor the roads and will continue working to clear and open roads when possible. All travel should be suspended until conditions improve or if there is an emergency. Should you have an emergency, please call 911.   Jan. 29, 2014 – 8:30 a.m. Due to the current winter storm, the following...

Walton County fishing report for Jan. 23

Fishing is great! Choctawhatchee Bay: Fishing is great in the bay with large speckled trout, redfish, and a few sheepshead. River: Some bass and a few crappie. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S Freeport, Florida 32439 (850) 835-4277 Store hours: Mon. – Fri.: 6 a.m....

Archeology for kids at E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center Feb. 1

Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. What is an Archeologist?  The Biophilia teams up with Florida Public Archeology Network to bring you hands-on educational fun on Sat., Feb. 1. Special program at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., with activities throughout the day including: • Create your own artifact • Cookie excavation • Sifting through history • Garbology-the study of trash • Cave painting • Learn to throw an atlatl ancient spear • Underwater archeology • Live animal ambassadors General Admission:...