The air has finally turned cool, and just in time for all of the great fall events happening all along THE Beach. This weekend it’s Autumn Tides at the Beaches of South Walton. Lots of fun family outdoor events and ecotourism experiences are taking place all along Scenic Highway 30A such as canoeing and Yolo Boarding on [...]
Hubby and I took the kayak out last weekend. It was a gorgeous day on the bayou and the polished glass of the water’s surface reflected the brilliant Northwest Florida sun. I’m not really a kayaker, which is why we have a two seater, so that the human engine that sits behind me can power-paddle [...]
1. Shelling on the Gulf Islands National Seashore-Explore the longest stretch of protected seashore in the country, and notice the hundreds of beautiful shells that dot the beach. National Park rangers lead free programs, such as birdwatching and snorkeling. Admission is $3 per person.
2. Panhandle Butterfly House-Spread your wings and head to Navarre for a rare glimpse of local [...]
1. Cape San Blas Lighthouse-Visit the Southern-most tip of the Florida Panhandle and you’ll find this popular lighthouse. It’s actually the fourth lighthouse to mark the coast of Cape San Blas. Open Wednesday through Saturday.
2. Scalloping in St. Joseph’s Bay-Try out your best hunter-gatherer skills! From July 1- September 10, give scalloping a try by wading into [...]
1. Three Servicemen South Statue-A part of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, this statue in Apalachicola is a one-of-a-kind detail of the original bronze sculpture in Washington D.C. It is the centerpiece of Apalachicola’s Veterans Memorial Plaza.
2. National Estuarine Research Reserve-Located in Apalachicola, this is one of 25 sites in the nation with such designated as [...]
1. Turtle Watching- from May through October, catch sea turtles nesting along the coast. Take your flash light and head down to the beach after dark; you may be able to catch a sea turtle nesting. If you’re so lucky, be sure not to disrupt her!
2. Eden State Gardens in Point Washington- This beautiful turn-of-the-century [...]
With high temperatures along THE Beach ranging from 68 to 72 degrees, it’s definitely a get out and about weekend on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast. Whether you’re traveling from Tulsa, flying from Fargo, or popping in from Poughkeepsie, you’re sure to find plenty of things to do at THE Beach. A little liquid sunshine might [...]
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