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08/14/2024

08/14/2024

🐢 PUBLIC RELEASE ALERT! 🚨
Date: THURSDAY, August 15th, 2024
Time: 10:00AM
Location: Inlet Beach Regional Access
See Google Maps: https://tinyurl.com/2edj6b98

Join us this Thursday, August 15th, at 10:00AM at Inlet Beach Regional Access for a public sea turtle release! We will be saying farewell to four loggerhead sea turtles! Echo and Fillmore, both subadult loggerheads that were accidentally foul hooked from Navarre Beach Fishing Pier for the second time this year! Elmer, a subadult loggerhead hooked at Navarre Beach Fishing Pier and Mira, a subadult loggerhead hooked at Navarre beach fishing pier and was on her fourth visit to the C.A.R.E. Center.

The release will begin promptly at 10:00 AM and last approximately 10 minutes. Please plan accordingly, traffic is often heavy in the summertime and there is limited parking. We hope to see you there!

08/10/2024

It's great to be a local!

08/08/2024

“I don’t know how everyone lived.”

Highway 98. Tuesday night. Just before midnight. It’s the area in Santa Rosa Beach locals refer to as “the stretch” between County Highway 395 and Inlet Beach. It’s pitch black.

It’s so dark that a gentleman driving home couldn’t see the LSV (low-speed vehicle) about to cross his path. The speed limit is 65. He squints. What is that up ahead?

Four lives. All under 16. Visiting from Missouri. Heading to Walmart near Dune Lakes Elementary. No headlights.

A deputy near County Highway 395 was already on a traffic stop with a different LSV.

The driver, from Texas, was traveling east on Highway 98. The deputy called for a tow before he even stepped out of his patrol car.

It felt like seconds. The radio keyed up. A crash involving a low-speed vehicle. The Deputy was less than 10 miles away.

When looking at the scene later, Deputy Benjamin Jacobs was still scratching his head. South Walton Fire District treated three of the juveniles on scene. Parents took the fourth to the ER for what may have been a sprained ankle.

“How did these kids survive with just bumps and bruises?”

Low-Speed Vehicles driving on Highway 98 is something, unfortunately, that is familiar to our agency. It’s dangerous. It’s illegal. LSVs are not golf carts.

We are fortunate that in this crash no one lost their lives.

Right now, we are trying to make our own luck. We proactively stop LSVs. We’ve created stickers and disseminate them to LSV Rental Businesses and Property Management Companies. Holding a yearly meeting with each. We’ve created a website addressing rules of the road. Flyers with QR codes. Shared social media messages. We are working with the county to pass ordinances.

But, eventually, that luck will run out if word doesnt get out.

Walton County Sheriff’s Office is asking, in fact begging, all those who live, work, vacation in Walton County to help share this message.

Please understand the laws before driving an LSV on the Emerald Coast.

We have a resource that can help. Visit waltonso.org/lsv to learn more.

For more information, please reach out to Florida Highway Patrol who is investigating the cause of the crash.

08/03/2024

07/28/2024

Get your Olympic fix at Idyll Hounds!!

07/22/2024

🐢🌊 Sea Turtle Hatchling Season is Here! 🌊🐢

We’re excited to announce that the Gulfarium C.A.R.E. Center has received our first hatchling of the year! This little Kemp's ridley sea turtle was found swimming around Crab Island on July 8th, 2024.

As the sea turtle nests in the panhandle begin to hatch, please be on the lookout for disoriented hatchlings. If you see one, call our hotline at 850-243-9046 ext. 34 for assistance.
Please do not disturb the sea turtle nests or handle hatchlings without proper authorization.

07/18/2024

07/18/2024

SAVE THE DATE :: Celebrate and join us on August 12th from 8a - 10a Distillery 98 for breakfast, raffle prizes and some good laughs after finally dropping your kids off at school again. Enjoy delicious lite bites from Swiftly Catered and tasty beverages from - All current Dune Lakes Elementary parents are welcome! 🎉☕️🍾🥳

07/13/2024

We're celebrating 3️⃣0️⃣ YEARS of Shades alllll day on Aug. 3! Make plans to join us for this huge milestone - we'll have a cold one waiting for ya.🍻

07/12/2024

Reminder to fill in the holes you dig and keep your belongings with you when you leave the beach so our turtles can be safe to lay their eggs!

07/09/2024

If you haven't tried Idyll Proper, what are you waiting for? Cool spot and great food to go with phenomenal IH beer!

As a way to say THANK YOU to all 5,000 of you who hang out with us on social media every day, we decided to do a little giveaway!

3 winners will receive a hat, shirt and a $100 gift card!! Just tag 3 friends below and make sure you’re following us to win!!

Share to your story for an extra entry!!

07/04/2024

We are honored to have Southern Living name Alys Beach as its #1 "Southern Destination(s) That Feel Like Europe" list!

Read the full article by clicking the link below!
https://www.southernliving.com/southern-destinations-that-feel-like-europe-8671429

07/03/2024

Great way to start out Independence Day!

https://www.oneblood.org/donate-now/scheduler.html?locationId=1510813

07/02/2024

FIREWORKS UPDATE

Rosemary Beach Fireworks are TONIGHT
and Alys Beach on the 4th.

Last year the fireworks in RB were launched off the dunes and they caught fire so they are using a barge this year. The number of barges is limited so this year RB is sharing the barge with Alys.

Hope this is helpful. Wishing everyone a great holiday!!

06/30/2024

Definitely a great happy hour!

3-6 everyday!!! The Real best happy hour on 30-A

06/29/2024

ULTIMATE 4TH OF JULY GRILL PACKAGE!

It’s a beautiful day to drink beer & enter to win a raffle right?!
In celebration of the upcoming 4th of July we’ve decided to put together the ultimate grilling package filled with Cowboy Ribeyes, Sides, a case of Idyll Beers, swag & more!

All you have to do is come drink with us! Every pint you drink gives you an extra entry! That’s it! Happy drinking!

We’re open til 9pm today. 🍻🍻

06/26/2024

Vote now for this amazing event to be recognized in the arts award community!

06/25/2024

🔥🤘🔥 We’ve got some surprises in store. TONIGHT (6/25) is our last Open Mic till Aug 13th.

06/22/2024

More great stuff from Sowal house....

06/19/2024

There is still time to join us tomorrow, June 19th, for a roaster tour and coffee tasting! You'll get to see behind the scenes operations of roasting sustainable coffee and meet some of the team who make it possible to enjoy fresh roasted coffee from across the globe in your community. Following the tour around the facility, we invite you to taste 2-3 of our current specialty coffee lots! ☕✨

Sharing coffee with you, how we roast it, and why we do it is something we love to do!

https://www.facebook.com/events/3061297917336948/3061297934003613/

06/19/2024

We're celebrating sweeeet summertime on June 21! Joining us?

06/19/2024

Red Flags….Bad weather…No worries!!!

Rainy day, Red Flags on beach, no worries….try these fun options…

Live music and other local events
https://sowal.com/events

Go to the beach North Beach Social or LuLu's Destin

Local splash pads https://waltonoutdoors.com/cool-off-at-a-splash-pad-around-walton-county/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1sPB0jvcUXj1oBkiZaxvoaUd_6daOVse4CFi0i04aUs1-0-Nxj-ce89DY_aem_AUsWMbhPUhN5xc008dnwDSt5FCYniayJbJV_6w0PbhTfWSPSSwVM9F83KOQij0Yp879yXKZwLEx5589iO--EPZgM

Kayak the beautiful cypress springs
https://cypressspringsadventures.com
https://cypressspringaccess.com

Go bowling for an indoor fun adventure at https://www.unclebucksfishbowlandgrill.com/
Or
https://rockitlanes.com/
http://www.hurricanelanesdestin.com/

Walk around and explore Bass Pro Shop…https://stores.basspro.com/us/fl/destin/4301-legendary-dr.html

Sample all the great donuts at Donut Hole https://m.facebook.com/pages/The-Donut-Hole-cafe-Bakery/199694330045503
Dough sea dough donuts
https://www.30adonut.com
Kahve & Cream
https://www.kahveandcream.com
Shake shop
https://bluemountainbeachcreamery.com
Blue mountain bakery
https://www.bluemountainbakery.com
Amavida Donuts
in Seaside
Sunrise coffee
https://www.sunrisecoffee30a.com

Grab a gourmets coffee drink @ Stock & Brew, Sunrise Coffee Co., Bad Ass coffee, Kahve & Cream, Beachy Bean Coffee, Black Bear Bread Company, Beach Happy Cafe, Cava & Cakes all delicious!!

Glass Blowing https://www.glassdeer.com

Golf simulator (Destin Commons)
https://www.stranogolf.com/sanctuary-booking/

City Food Hall Destin Commons
https://www.cityfoodhall.com

Trivia nights (please call business to verify)
WEEKLY TRIVIA LOCATIONS:
Mondays
Idyll Hound Proper (6:00)- Inlet Beach
Tuesdays
3 Sons BBQ (5:00)- Santa Rosa Beach
Papa Surf Burger Bar (5:00)- Santa Rosa Beach
Craft Bar (6:00) - Panama City Beach
Beach Camp Brewpub (7:00) - Destin
Wednesdays
Down Island (6:00)- Santa Rosa Beach
Runaway Island (5:00) - Panama City Beach (Jan-Mar)
Palm Folly Taproom (7:00) - Santa Rosa Beach
The Brass Tap (7:00) - Panama City Beach
Craft Bar (7:00) - Ft Walton Beach
Thursdays
Grayton Beer Company (5:00)- Santa Rosa Beach
Compass Bar at SpringHill Suites (6:30)- Panama City Beach
Beach Camp Brewpub (7:00) - Grayton Beach

MUSIC BINGO LOCATIONS:
Mondays
Compass Bar at SpringHill Suites (6:30)- Panama City Beach

See a movie: Destin Commons, Grand Boulevard and Pier Park have great movie theaters,
https://grandboulevard.com/business/new-vision-theatres-boulevard-10/
https://www.showtimes.com/movie-theaters/amc-destin-commons-14-12367/

https://www.thegrandtheatre.com/location/the-grand-16-pier-park

Learn about sea life: Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park or Gulf World

In Grayton Beach, kids can make glass art at the https://shardshop.com/ and you and hubby can have a drink and eat the best smoked fish dip Hurricane Oyster Bar & Grill, http://hurricaneoyster.com/, grab a coffee and baked good at Black Bear Bakery or lunch at Chanticleer

https://www.rockpaperscissors30a.com/
Or https://www.uniquelyclever.com
Art Classes For Kids of All Ages

Fun in Panama City Beach, just east of Rosemary beach.

https://gulfworldmarinepark.com/

Ripley’s Believe It or Not Odditorium

Wonder Works Indoor Amusement Park

Blast Arcade and laser maze Miramar
(850) 654-3333
https://g.co/kgs/9QSkTF

Thrills Laser Tag & Arcade
80 Seascape Drive, Miramar Beach
850-842-4747
https://www.thrillslasertag.com/

Dave & Buster’s at Pier Park

Go Go Karting!! Fun for kids and adults!!

https://kartonaelectricspeedway.com/

Indoor rock climbing
2001 98 Palms Boulevard Suite 5, Destin, FL 32541 (behind Target), (850) 837-0526, rockoutclimbing.com

Rainforest Black Light Mini-Golf & Arcade, 11394 US Highway 98 W, Suite D,Miramar Beach (850) 460-8878, rainforestblacklightgolf.com

Urban air trampoline and adventure park
https://www.urbanair.com/florida-destin/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=website
LOCATION
14081 Emerald Coast Pkwy
Destin, Florida 32541
850-398-2749

Escape Rooms
1. Escape Zone 60 in Destin- Solve the live, interactive, puzzling mysteries with a few friends. They’ve got a Zombie Apocalypse, Crime Scene, and Special Ops room that can accomodate up to 10 players. Located at 1077 Hwy 98 E, 202, Destin and 10859 Emerald Coast Pkwy W, 303 Miramar Beach.
2. Escapology- Conveniently located in the Market Shops at Sandestin, problem solvers will try to escape the games before time runs out. Work together with your group to find clues, solve puzzles, pick locks, and crack the case. They have a variety of rooms with all different kinds of themes, including the Cuban Crisis and find an antidote for the latest infectious disease. Located at 9375 US Hwy 98 W, MIramar Beach.
3. Gulf Coast Escape Room- Located at the HarborWalk Village at 34 Harbor Blvd, the Gulf Coast Escape Room is fun for all ages. They’ve got a ‘Voodoo Cabin’ you must escape from, and once you do, enjoy a stroll along the Harbor, and grab some dinner with a view at Harry T’s Lighthouse Restaurant

Urban Air Trampoline Park

www.urbanairtrampolinepark.com

Axe Throwing

https://www.30aaxe.com/

https://www.gulfcoastaxehouse.com/

Indoor gun range

https://www.powderroompcb.com/

https://theshootersrange.com/

Farmers markets
Gulf Place Wednesdays and Sundays
There are farmers markets in
Seaside, Rosemary Beach, Seacrest, Watersound/Biggers Chill and Baytowne Wharf

Tie Dye Workshop Summer Schedule 2024 for 30A!
🎨🌅🌊🧡🎨
Thursdays at The Big Chill, 30A Watersound 9am- 1pm & 5pm to 8pm.
7000 E County Hwy 30A, Watersound, FL 32461
🎨🌅🌊🧡🎨
Fridays at Artists at Gulf Place in Santa Rosa Beach, 10am to 3pm.
40 Town Center Loop, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
www.davidjhansel.com

Go thrifting

Thrift stores

Goodwill Retail Store & Donation Center
3223 US-98 as

Cindy’s thrift store PCB

Haven House Thrift Store
3384 US-98, Santa Rosa Beach, Destin and Panama City Beach locations

PCB Thrift
Panama City Beach, FL

Path of Grace
10962 US-98

Caring & Sharing
112 Lynn Drive

Restore
2440 US-98

Harvest House Destin
300 Mountain Dr

Smith's Antiques Mall
Miramar Beach, FL

Antiques On Holiday
105 N Holiday Rd

Beach activities (Non-Water)
Here are some enjoyable beach activities you can do on the sand:

Build sandcastles, Sand Art - Create sculptures in the sand with Dan in the Sand
Beach Volleyball
Frisbee / Football
Sunbath
Beachcomb - Search for shells, sea glass, and other interesting items washed up by the tide (or w/small kids buy a bag of sea shells at Walmart and spread on beach for kids to find)
Picnic
Kite Flying
Yoga or Meditation - Practice yoga or meditation for relaxation.
Beach Tennis - Play a game of paddleball or beach tennis.
Run, walk, stroll, or jog along the shoreline.
Reading a book on the beach

These activities can make your 30A day at the beach fun and memorable without going in the water.

Shopping

Fun upscale shopping experience woohoo!!!! https://www.balharbourshopspopup.com
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up will be open at Grand Boulevard in Sandestin through July 18th.

The Stalls on 30A art, home decor, clothing, gifts, boutique chocolate….
2260 West Cty 30A (the old Blue Mable)

Lola’s Lola's on 30Ahttps://www.lolason30a.comLola's on 30A

The Big Chill
https://thebigchill.com

Boutiques in Rosemary Beach, Seaside and Watercolor

Destin Commons
https://destincommons.com

Pier Park Panama City Beach
https://www.simon.com/mall/pier-park