I counted 6 big tents left on the beach tonight and 8 smaller umbrellas. I can't believe the county can allow this. This could start fights with first come first serve on public beaches. It means if others see this and can't get beach front seating due to other lazy people leaving there tents up for prime spots all will start doing it making it look like a trailor park. This is insane and the county must enforce the rules.I think we need to bombard the county with complaints.
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Beach Fanatic
Just curious, Wrobert, when was the last time you actually went to the beach? I don't mean drove by and took a look from 30A, I mean got down there and walked around, maybe took a swim or something?
Beach Fanatic
Just curious, Wrobert, when was the last time you actually went to the beach? I don't mean drove by and took a look from 30A, I mean got down there and walked around, maybe took a swim or something?
The public one or the one that my friends own?
SoWal Insider
Great minds must think alike.
What I am thinking about doing is spearheading a 'night out against crap' sunset party at Grayton soon. I think it would be nice to sell the stickers for a few bucks and donate the proceeds to Mary Brady to help with her legal fees.
Count me in! After all 30-A will be "no funn" if this crap isn't addressed head on and soon!
Skunky
The public one or the one that my friends own?
I think NDY was talking Gulf beach, not Lake D-Funk.:roll:
SoWal Insider
The two little guys in my avatars have been taught from day one, what a treasure our beaches are. Camden, at the ripe old age of 3 goes to the beach with a bag to pick up anything that's been left upon our arrival.
He fully understands at the end of the beach day, no trash is left, any holes he's dug are filled in, and you leave with what you brought.
He also understands, the turtles are a special gift and they may not be there if you don't make sure it's safe for them to be there, He's 3. How old do you need to be to get this?!?
He fully understands at the end of the beach day, no trash is left, any holes he's dug are filled in, and you leave with what you brought.
He also understands, the turtles are a special gift and they may not be there if you don't make sure it's safe for them to be there, He's 3. How old do you need to be to get this?!?
Beach Fanatic
I'm beginning to think it's how young...I have a friend who is always saying: "yeah, I did that when I was old, but now..."
it's a state of mind and the ones who never lose that childlike wonder are the ones who "get it"....
it's a state of mind and the ones who never lose that childlike wonder are the ones who "get it"....
SoWal Insider
I'm beginning to think it's how young...I have a friend who is always saying: "yeah, I did that when I was old, but now..."
it's a state of mind and the ones who never lose that childlike wonder are the ones who "get it"....
Seriously, it's not rocket science.
Beach Lover
...thank you, croixbum...you rock! Let us know the outcome! Come on visitors and lovers of the beaches of sowal...let them know how distasteful the crap left on the beach is to you!
I'll be there July 9-19...I'll complain too! I can't stand those tent things.
Beach Fanatic
Will do
Just had to pop in and say I love The Lorax!
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Beach Fanatic
The two little guys in my avatars have been taught from day one, what a treasure our beaches are. Camden, at the ripe old age of 3 goes to the beach with a bag to pick up anything that's been left upon our arrival.What a wonderful way to teach your kids about the beach. The problem is, in many cases, kids grow up and conveniently "forget" the lessons they were so wisely taught in childhood.
He fully understands at the end of the beach day, no trash is left, any holes he's dug are filled in, and you leave with what you brought.
He also understands, the turtles are a special gift and they may not be there if you don't make sure it's safe for them to be there, He's 3. How old do you need to be to get this?!?
SoWal Expert
Now you are starting to understand. Make the beaches public then you can clean at will.So to clarify, you think it is okay to remove the crap from the beach if the beach isn't privately deeded?
I hope you know that much of the beach in Walton County IS public beach, and not privately deeded.
Beach Fanatic
Private beach
There are homeowners in Blue Mt that are claiming their deeds go to the water when the original plat of the property clearly shows the dune line as the southern boundary.
There are homeowners in Blue Mt that are claiming their deeds go to the water when the original plat of the property clearly shows the dune line as the southern boundary.
Beach Fanatic
This morning the beach is clean as far as one can see in either direction from our walkover except for the chairs and umbrellas that were put up this morning. I'm sure you all know why. It is Saturday, moving day.
Beach Fanatic
I just may come get it Ash. My dog needs a pool.
Come and get it. Still there this morning.
SoWal Expert
There are homeowners in Blue Mt that are claiming their deeds go to the water when the original plat of the property clearly shows the dune line as the southern boundary.That one is a crazy one. Not only does the original plat show that on the map, but the legal description is also defines the southern boundary as "following the dune bluff line."
Beach Comber
Just had to pop in and say I love The Lorax!
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Thanks, Gidget! I love the beaches and appreciate how the locals are invested in preserving them. I have been to many beaches in this country including the Jersey Shore and sowal are among my favorites. The picture of the NJ beach in this thread is from Point Pleasant which is near Atlantic City but there is a another beach area called Long Beach Island where there are no high rises, the water is clear and the community is actively involved in preserving the quality of life there.
Beach Comber
And just an FYI, Leaving crap overnight on the beach at LBI is simply not tolerated.
Beach Fanatic
I think NDY was talking Gulf beach, not Lake D-Funk.:roll:
I was thinking Gulf Trace or whatever you call that place where the ufo house is. Probably going to go to Miramar in a little while.
Beach Fanatic
So to clarify, you think it is okay to remove the crap from the beach if the beach isn't privately deeded?
I hope you know that much of the beach in Walton County IS public beach, and not privately deeded.
I do realize that. And I have never had a problem with removing the stuff from the public beaches. All I have ever said is that you can not take things off private property. They should pick up the stuff, and that includes everything, off the public beaches, and put it somewhere for a few days so people can reclaim it, then after that, give it away or auction it off, or put it on ebay or something. To make their case they are going to have to do away with this sticker thing that they came up with to satisfy the beach vendors. Turtles can not read, so no one gets a pass on leaving crap overnight on a public beach.
Beach Fanatic
There were at least 6 tent frames left last night near eastern lake and a dang kayak. I watched two families pack everything up and make the long walk. My wife and I thanked them very much for removing their stuff and offered to help.
Maybe a neighborhood watch kind of deal would work. When you see someone leaving their junk, remind them that it is supposed to go with them.
Maybe a neighborhood watch kind of deal would work. When you see someone leaving their junk, remind them that it is supposed to go with them.
Beach Comber
I just got back to Ohio from my long awaited trip to 30A, and I must say I was never so disappointed in my whole life at the state of the beach! I hadn't been down since 07, and was flabbergasted at how much worse it has gotten in 2 years! What the HE@# is wrong with people??????? Is acting all white-trashy the new way to be these days?? I will absolutely be writing your county commissioners to voice my concerns as a PAYING visitor and hopefully someday a tax paying resident of the area! MOVE IT OR LOSE IT I say!! I wish I'd had a machete or some big ol wire cutters with me! I had to make do with with a plastic bag. Not the way I had planned on spending my vacation at the beach, picking up other people's droppings!
Beach Comber
I have read most of the above posts and am thoroughly confused. Aside from any person's particular view on this issue, what is the actual law, rule, or regulation regarding personal property left on the beach overnight? If these items are legally considered abandoned, then why are people concerned about legal repurcussions for taking or destroying them? It seems to me that if the county does not have the resources to enforce these rules, then a simple finders keepers would take care of the problem. Anyway, as I stated, I am not sure what the actual rule is. Anyone? Thanks.
Skunky
I just got back to Ohio from my long awaited trip to 30A, and I must say I was never so disappointed in my whole life at the state of the beach! I hadn't been down since 07, and was flabbergasted at how much worse it has gotten in 2 years! What the HE@# is wrong with people??????? Is acting all white-trashy the new way to be these days?? I will absolutely be writing your county commissioners to voice my concerns as a PAYING visitor and hopefully someday a tax paying resident of the area! MOVE IT OR LOSE IT I say!! I wish I'd had a machete or some big ol wire cutters with me! I had to make do with with a plastic bag. Not the way I had planned on spending my vacation at the beach, picking up other people's droppings!
Thank you. Feedback from people like you is going to play a huge role in hastening the institution of a removal policy. Be sure to let the Walton County TDC know what you think.
EMAIL- jcox@beachesofsouthwalton.com
PHONE-(800) 822-6877
I suggest you use the buzzwords 'crap on the beach' and 'bed tax hike' in your TDC correspondence.
SoWal Expert
Thanks, Gidget! I love the beaches and appreciate how the locals are invested in preserving them. I have been to many beaches in this country including the Jersey Shore and sowal are among my favorites. The picture of the NJ beach in this thread is from Point Pleasant which is near Atlantic City but there is a another beach area called Long Beach Island where there are no high rises, the water is clear and the community is actively involved in preserving the quality of life there.
Sounds like a good role model for those of us concerned with the quality of our beaches and community here.
Trashed out beaches will drive away tourists, including the ones doing the trashing, who will have to find new "undiscovered" places to leave their crap and sent up their tent condo cities. Fewer tourists + less spending in our businesses and less tax revenue. Well, I guess our beaches will certainly be clean again if nobody visits here.
As Lynnie mentioned on another thread, the Lorax teaches a lesson- good summer reading.;-)
SoWal Insider
....the eyesore of the infamous "Big Blue Signs" pales in comparison to what our beaches have become--is one more acceptable than the other?
Are the officials afraid of pizzing off the paying "tent people" customers to the point of driving away paying "responsible" customers?
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Are the officials afraid of pizzing off the paying "tent people" customers to the point of driving away paying "responsible" customers?
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