BeautifulDestin.com Conservation of Beaches of South Walton

BeautifulDestin.Com Beautiful Destinations:
Destin - Sandestin - Panama City Beach - Pensacola












South Walton Beach Nature

Ecological communities — The natural communities in South Walton include beach dunes, mesic flatwoods, scrub, scrub flatwoods, depression marshes, wet flatwoods, coastal dune lakes and estuarine marshes. Each of these natural communities is home to an abundance of native animal and plant species.

As with most things in nature, the health of all wildlife in Beaches of South Walton is dependent on the health of each of these natural communities. Local environmental groups, such as Beach to Bay Connection, are working with state agencies and Walton County to ensure the continued health of these areas.

beach-south-walton-vacation-rentals-condos-05.jpg (27541 bytes)Protected nature — Beaches of South Walton is home to a number of endangered or threatened animals and plants. In fact, there are five extremely rare plants that are found only in the Panhandle of Florida that can be observed at Topsail Hill State Preserve. They are: the Large-Leafed Jointwood, Godfrey's Golden Aster, Cruise's Golden Aster and Gulf Coast Lupine.

Threatened animals found in Beaches of South Walton include the American Alligator, Atlantic Loggerhead Sea Turtles, Snowy Plover, Piping Plover, Southeastern Kestrel and Least Tem, Protecting endangered species such as the Loggerhead Sea Turtle and the Green Sea Turtle, nest along South Walton's beaches from May through August, and are top priority with residents.

Volunteers comprise the South Walton Turtle Watch Program, an organization that locates turtle nests, protects them until hatching and, if necessary, helps baby turtles make it safely to the water. Posters, signs and brochures can be found throughout Beaches of South Walton educating residents and visitors on ways to protect our native wildlife and vegetation.

South Walton, Florida - When you hear the word '"beach" you think of summer. And, naturally, summer is the peak season along Beaches of South Walton. However, fall and winter are quickly becoming popular due to the many "perks" this time of year offers. Rates drop, sunsets are spectacular, temperatures are mild, crowds are few, and festivals are plentiful.

Beaches of South Walton are conveniently located a short drive (15-30 minutes) from either Destin and Panama City Beach.

Beaches of South Walton, Florida Area Information:

Businesses: Add or Update Your Link At No Charge

Site Map:

Panama City Beach:
Accommodations
General Info
Beaches
Golf
Diving
Nature / Wildlife
Getting Here
Streaming Video
Sandestin:
Sandestin, FL
South Walton:
Accomodations
General Info
Beaches
Recreation
Conservation
Destin:
Accommodations
General Info
Beaches
Attractions
Dining
Golf

Fishing
Nature / Wildlife
Getting Here
Streaming Video
Pensacola Beach:
Accommodations
General Info
Beaches
Attractions
Fun For Free
Perdido Key
Santa Rosa Island
Nature / Wildlife
Getting Here
Streaming Video
Other Info:
Welcome Page
Area Weather

Spring Break Tips
Special Internet Rates
Streaming Free Videos
Free Screensaver

Featured Merchants:

Dreamworlds Film and Graphic Arts Production - Including Fine Wedding Videography and Commercial Production |  Carte Blanche Catering - Specialized Catering For All Occasions Made Simple and Affordable! |  Destin Fishing Charters - We offer Bottom Fishing for Snapper, Trigger Grouper, Mingo and Amberjack as well as trolling trips for Tuna, Wahoo, Bill Fish and Mahi Mahi. |  Destin beach weddings, Florida beach weddings |  PensacolaInformation.com Realty LLC - We are Pensacola's best Exclusive Buyer Agency Real Estate Company. Realtors representing you at no cost. |  Bounty Hunter Fishing Charters - We fish year round offering 4-12 hour trips. Bring your family, friends, clients or employees for a great time aboard the Bounty Hunter.

We welcome you to print out these pages and take them on vacation for reference!

Hotels Condos Vacation Rentals
Panama City Beach - South Walton - Sandestin
Destin - Pensacola

BeautifulDestin.Com

Email Contact: allvegastv@aol.com

A member of the Access Vegas family of tourism information:
Las Vegas Shows | All Vegas Streaming TV | Party Vegas Clubs Nightlife VIP | Las Vegas Show Reviews | Las Vegas Pictures | New Year's Eve Las Vegas | Las Vegas Update | Las Vegas Streaming Broadcast and Podcast | Las Vegas Newsletter | Las Vegas Insider Vibe Newsletter | Beautiful Destin Florida | Destin Florida Podcast Radio | Beach Sands Hotels Resorts |
Travel and Las Vegas Insider Blogs: Las Vegas Blog: AOL | Las Vegas Blog: Google | Las Vegas Blog: Yahoo 360

Some photos courtesy of: Pensacola Visitors Information Center, Emerald Coast Convention and Visitor's Bureau, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, and Beaches of South Walton. Used with permission. All other photos copyright BeautifulDestin.Com