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Coastal Dune Lakes Episode 2 - How Do Coastal Dune Lakes Work?
June 19, 2014
About two weeks ago, I was sitting in the office and preparing for the first blog I wrote...
Coastal Dune Lakes Episode 1 - Introduction to the Lakes
June 11, 2014
For months now our team at Live Oak Production Group has been posting photos, teaser...
SoWal Coastal Dune Lake Aerials and Night Dune Pics, Part II
May 28, 2014
Last week Dad and I came down to
SoWal Coastal Dune Lake Aerials and Night Dune Pics
May 14, 2014
Last week Dad and I came down to Topsail Hill Preserve State Park to do more work for the...
Swimming with Seven Manatees in Sandestin
May 1, 2014
SoWal local Brock Ellis had the experience of a lifetime recently when he got to swim...
An Alien Landscape in SoWal
April 23, 2014
I have had many great experiences in South Walton working on the Coastal Dune Lakes of...
SoWal People: Jeff Talbert of the Florida Park Service
April 14, 2014
Jeff Talbert loves the outdoors and he loves photography.
Reflecting on Our Rare Coastal Dune Lakes
November 14, 2013
This year’s excessive rain opens our eyes to the impact Mother Nature has on living...
Walton County Beach Nourishment Project Update
October 23, 2013
The Walton County Hurricane & Storm Damage Reduction Project, also known as the...
"You're So SoWal If..." Presenting Our 2013 Winners
October 4, 2013
The judging is complete and the official results are in for our 2013 "You're So SoWal if...
SoWal People - Demetrius Fuller Living The Dream
August 8, 2013
Demetrius Fuller is a proud beach local who is the very embodiment of exceptional talent...
South Walton Sea Turtle Summer Season
July 31, 2013
End of July Update: South Walton Turtle Watch (SWTW) is reporting the most current count
South Walton Monopoly Game is Fun for All
July 7, 2013
We've got a perfect way to enjoy South Walton anytime - even if it's wet outside, or you'...
The Dream of a Simple, Beautiful Life in Seaside, Florida
April 15, 2013
You know Seaside. The pastel houses and the picket fences.
SoWal Spotlight on Eden Gardens State Park
March 24, 2013
Our favorite SoWal State Park for taking a break from the beach is the spectacular Eden...
Official South Walton Monopoly Game Hits the Beach
March 8, 2013
You no longer have to be a real estate tycoon to own an entire exclusive beach town like...
Take a Snookie Hike Through Alys Beach Nature Preserve
March 5, 2013
Alys Beach is truly one of the most beautiful coastal towns in Florida but did you know...
Local Catch Bar & Grill is a Locals' Favorite
December 15, 2012
Local Catch Bar & Grill has been going strong and gaining popularity since opening...
American Bald Eagle Pair Hang Out on Seagrove Beach
November 29, 2012
We get quite a few snowbirds in South Walton, but a pair of eagles swimming and...
MC and Stella Davis Honored with Van Ness Butler Award
October 23, 2012
The Souh Walton Tourist Development Council (TDC) has named MC and Stella Davis as its...
"You're So SoWal If..." Presenting Our 2012 Winners
September 6, 2012
The official results are in for our 2012 "You're So SoWal if..." contest! We had so much...
"You're So SoWal If..." Presenting the 2011 Winners
November 7, 2011
There are some wonderful, unique, and often quirky things about South Walton.
Tales of ‘Creature of Powell Lake’ persist
October 7, 2010
Monster or myth?
Lake Monster, Pirates And Ghosts Lurk At Camp Helen
September 29, 2010
On October 9th, a night of hauntingly-good family fun is planned for visitors who dare to...
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