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It’s always fun to watch the Pompano action heat up on SoWal Beaches at this time of year.

Experienced local anglers can be seen on the beach, or on a sandbar perched on “pompano ladders” sight-fishing for the perfect cast. Adding to the excitement each Spring are salty anglers and newcomers joining together in the spirit of camaraderie and competition for Stinky’s annual Pompano Tournament. This year's 7th annual edition runs from April 1st through May 15.

Camp Helen State Park invites everyone to their 20-Year Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, March 25 starting at 8:30am in The Lodge and continuing until 12:30pm with presentations, walking tours and special guests such as Elam Stoltzfus - producer of Coastal Dune Lakes: Jewels of Florida's Emerald Coast. 

8:30 – 9:30 am
Option 1:     Explore birds on the park’s Nature Trails with the Bay County Audubon Society - Wear comfortable shoes, binoculars provided.
Option 2:     Walking history tour

Stinky's Fish Camp 10th Anniversary Celebration is April 1 (April Fools Day) but the party is all weekend! Come out to celebrate with everyone at Stinky's and pass a good time with good food and live music til the wee hours. The weekend kicks off on Friday, March 31 with a Captain's Party at the Bait Shack for the 7th annual Stinky's Pompano Tournament. The tournament runs from April 1 - May 15. The party continues through Sunday with Stinky's Brunch, music and more crawfish. 

The newest Walton County Real Estate Report includes all of South Walton real estate activity for February 2017, including statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida.

The beaches were cool during the second month of 2017  but real estate was hot with single family closed sales up 10% for February compared to the same month last year. The number of pending sales was up a whopping 27%. Inventory was up 2.4%. Median sales price was also up 2.4%.

Salon Twist opened the doors to a full book of clients on St. Patrick’s Day 13 years ago. The Seagrove salon’s success can be attributed to hard work, good vibes and maybe even a bit o'luck. Owner Gina Shiflett moved to South Walton a mere sixteen days prior, and it’s been a whirlwind ever since.

The 10th Annual 30A St Patrick’s Parade and Festival returns to South Walton on Saturday, March 18! The parade along Scenic 30A will join the day's celebration at Gulf Place where everyone's Irish for a day! Celtic rock bands, Irish dancing, food and drink, and activities for the whole family including the pups. Headliner: Whiskey of the Damned! Tickets are available now and sign up if you want to roll in the St. Patrick's Day Parade. 

After a mild and warm February it turned to winter just in time for the first big spring break week. I had trips all this week but the weather has been anything but warm, sunny and calm causing me to cancel the last three days.

Redd has big red hair, a big personality, and a big singing voice. She sings and serves at her colorful little bar behind Sally's By The Sea Store in Blue Mountain Beach. At Redds Fueling Station, the fuel for good times is equal parts beloved tunes, yummy food, and cold drinks.

A sure sign Spring has sprung is the return of Art in the Park held at WaterColor's town center each March. The 12th annual edition is just off Scenic 30A on Saturday, March 18 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.