Writing this series on coastal wildlife, we need to remember to discuss good locations to view these creatures as well. Most residents and visitors are familiar with the trails of our state and national parks, but may not be familiar with our ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural ResourcesIt’s that time of year. Time to load up the mask and snorkels and head to the Big Bend for scallop season. This is a great family activity. The waters are relatively shallow and close to shore – pretty safe swimming. The seagrass is lush ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, RecreationWhat do you imagine when the word “ecotourism” comes to mind? I know I usually daydream about a trip my husband I took to Costa Rica several years ago, surrounded by lush tropical rainforests as we ziplined through the canopy. I might ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesAfter Hurricane Ivan devastated the Pensacola area in 2004, my son was working to repair docks in local waterways. One day, after working on a project in Bayou Texar (near Pensacola Bay), he came by our house and said that he had seen a bald ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesThis past week I was camping at a state park near Gainesville. Working on a variety of computer related items while sitting in my chair, you were acutely attuned to the sounds of life around you. Small “pat-pat-pat” could be heard in the ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesIf you told me earlier this summer that I would “accidentally” bike 18 miles one afternoon, I’d have laughed. I’ve always loved biking, but rarely have time for long distance rides. As part of the mobile workshops for an Extension ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesThis past week I was camping at a state park near Gainesville. Working on a variety of computer related items while sitting in my chair, I was acutely attuned to the sounds of life around me. A small “pat-pat-pat” could be heard in the ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesPhotos: Molly O'Connor 30A in south Walton County is a special place. Undiscovered for years, then developed… but developed more sustainably than most coastal panhandle communities – this area has now become a go-to destination for many ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesALL PHOTOS: MOLLY O'CONNOR Continuing our “ecotour” of the Florida Panhandle along the ICW, this month’s stop is in Walton County. Arguably one of the fastest growing counties in the state, South Walton has become a favorite with many. ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesALL PHOTOS: MOLLY O'CONNOR As many of you already know each month we have posted articles about nature tourism locations along the Intracoastal Waterway in the Florida Panhandle. This month we visit coastal Okaloosa County. For ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources