Category Archives: Special Events

Ft Pierce, Florida… If you are a fan of BQ Ribs and Chicken Wings, then you cannot miss the Treasure Coast Ribs and Wings Festival on Hutchinson Island.  The Treasure Coast Ribs and Wings Festival invites BBQ lovers to a family friendly adventure at the beautiful riverfront Causeway Cove Marina at 601 Seaway Drive on Hutchinson Island in… Read More »

St. Andrews State Park is consistently one of the most popular and most visited state parks in Florida — Given that Dr. Beach has also called it the Best Beach in America, it’s no wonder! St. Andrews State Park is situated on a peninsula at the far eastern edge of Panama City Beach. Bordered by… Read More »

Released by the Florida Division of State Parks   … October is Florida Greenways and Trails Month, so we put together this list of Florida State Parks that are home to scenic and unique trail systems. Check out any of these parks for a memorable time exploring Florida’s landscapes.      Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida… Read More »

Courtesy of Walton Outdoors   … Mother Nature shows off her best fetures at this gem of a park.   Those who live in the Florida Panhandle are blessed with the diversity and natural beauty of our local Florida State parks. One of several great parks located in the Walton County area is Grayton Beach State… Read More »

Released by Florida’s Forgotten Coast   … Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park Many visitors think of the Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park as just a secluded beach perfect for a quiet weekend stroll. However, this 1,962 acre park offers a full facility family campground that would rival some… Read More »

Shared by Walton Outdoor Young alligators at Orange Hill Gator Farm. Lori Ceier/Walton Outdoors When one transitions into retirement, typically it’s to enjoy relaxation time. Not so for Washington County resident Chris Ellis. After a career as a Florida Highway patrolman, Ellis took a leap of faith and made an unusual second career choice –… Read More »

Courtesy Walton Outdoors —– Just outside the Walton County line is one of the coolest places to take a dip in a spring, Ponce de Leon Springs State Park. As the water stays a constant 68 degrees Fahrenheit year-round, both locals and visitors enjoy this nature-made swimming pool, which is a convergence of two underground… Read More »

Courtesy of Walton Outdoors —— Just south of Ponce De Leon, the 161-acre park is well known in the area, and popular with divers and nature enthusiasts across the south. Cypress trees abound around the spring with their crisp, bright green needles defining the landscape. The spring provides an aqua color inviting everyone in for… Read More »

Courtesy of Walton Outdoors —– As part of Florida’s statewide system of Greenways and Trails, Holmes Creek flows through a variety of diverse habitats. The upper and lower portions pass high sandy banks while the majority of the tail is through low-lying swamplands. Rich with flora and fauna, the creek is abundant with turtles and… Read More »

Florida’s first state forest, Pine Log was purchased in 1936. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Forestry has been given lead management responsibility for the Pine Log State Forest. Using an ecosystem management approach, the Division of Forestry provides for multiple-use of the forest resources which include timber management, wildlife management,… Read More »

Falling Waters State Park is located in the northeast corner of Washington County, just a little over four miles south of downtown Chipley. The park was initially acquired in 1962 by the Florida Board of Parks and Historic Memorials. After acquisition, the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Fund leased the property to the… Read More »