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Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for July 2017

Walton County Florida Real Estate Report for July 2017

The latest SoWal Real Estate Report includes all of South Walton real estate activity for July 2017, including statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida. Single family closed sales were up 11% for July compared to the same month last year (last month was also up an identical 11%). The number of pending sales for Walton County was down 1%. Inventory was down 3%, dropping for the 3rd month in a row. Median sales price was up a whopping 17.5%! Dollar volume was up a shocking 31.5% over last year at $194.8 Million. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Harvest Time Means Hops At Grayton Beer

Harvest Time Means Hops At Grayton Beer

Mid august until late September is the prime time for harvesting hops, the flower cones that contribute to a beer’s aroma, flavor and bitterness. Most are dried but some skip that process and are delivered right to the brewery within hours of harvesting. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Gulf World Marine Institute Tends To Turtles

Gulf World Marine Institute Tends To Turtles

Meeting a sea turtle up close is a powerful experience. They're beautiful and graceful in the water, and they're so darn cute, with big eyes and a permanent smile. They're curious about people and seem to want to connect, waving their large flippers when a person comes close. When you get the rare chance to be face to face, you feel an emotional bond right away. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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From Tunas To Tarpon

From Tunas To Tarpon

Today was my last day in Grayton/Seagrove for three weeks. We are off to Indian Pass tomorrow for the annual Tarpon & Tripletail chase. Word from the guys over there is the fish showed real good several weeks ago and then thinned out with the weather we have had the past week. Tarpon like it hot, dry and calm and should show back up in force by the end of this week if the weather cooperates as predicted. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Mcquage Bayou Trail Rebirth Provides Access To Point Washington Ecosystem

Mcquage Bayou Trail Rebirth Provides Access To Point Washington Ecosystem

SoWal hikers, bikers, and equestrians are thankful that the McQuage Bayou Trail is once again open for business. Formerly used primarily by equestrians (horizontal posts still exist for tying up ol’ Trigger), the newly improved trail was officially re-opened with a Florida Forest Service grand re-opening July 21, 2017. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Snappers, Cobias And Kings, Oh My!

Snappers, Cobias And Kings, Oh My!

After a few real pretty days I am back on the hill today, Saturday, July 29th with a little blow from a summer cold (?) front. The Gulf is just rough enough for it not to be fun and the forecast is for nice again tomorrow so it's a short break. The folks I had to cancel on Saturday morning got rained out a few weeks ago though so for them it's been a bad run of weather. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Seeing Red Wine Festival Highlights The Best Of Seaside Nov 9-12

Seeing Red Wine Festival Highlights The Best Of Seaside Nov 9-12

This fall, reds, whites, and rosés will be uncorked during Seeing Red Wine Festival, four days of wine and culinary events being held in Seaside Nov. 9 - 12, 2017. Now in its 27th year and recognized as one of the “Top 10 Can’t-Miss Fall Wine Festivals” by Fodor’s Travel, the festival draws attendees from around the world who make the trip to the iconic beach town a yearly tradition. Tickets are available NOW online at www.SeeingRedWineFestival.com. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Walton County Florida Real Estate Report For June 2017

Walton County Florida Real Estate Report For June 2017

The latest SoWal Real Estate Report includes all of South Walton real estate activity for June 2017, including statistics for single family homes, townhomes, and condos in Walton County, Florida. Single family closed sales were up 11% for June compared to the same month last year. The number of pending sales for Walton County was up 3.4%. Inventory was down 4.5%, dropping for the 2nd month in a row. Median sales price was up a sizable 13%. Dollar volume was up 26% over last year at $200.6 Million! Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Jumpin' And Jammin' Fishing In July

Jumpin' And Jammin' Fishing In July

I know, it's been awhile since I sat down and did a report but the Gulf has been calm, the fish have been biting and I have been steady runnin' every day. This afternoon we had a bunch of thunderstorms pop up that made me cancel my PM trip so I am trying to catch up some. We have been limiting out on Red Snappers on the Fridays , Saturdays and Sundays they are open. While most are "regular size" I have had some folks catch a few downright BIG Un's the past couple weeks. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Shabby Chic Kids Table For Sale

Shabby Chic Kids Table For Sale

KIDS TABLE + 4 CHAIRS Decor: Solid Wood, Shabby Chic, Cottage, Distressed White, Vintage Table: 24" x 24" x 20" Chairs: 12.5" x 10 x 24" Price: $75 **** REDUCED TO $50 **** Misc.: used in children's room for homework, tea parties, games & toy display; also used in living room for kids homework and in dining room during holidays; perfect for ages 2-10.
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South Walton Beach Accesses - Beach Parking, Lifeguards, Restrooms

South Walton Beach Accesses - Beach Parking, Lifeguards, Restrooms

Everyone wants to know where to park at the beach in South Walton. What features do our beach accesses have? Which 30A beach accesses have restrooms. Which beach accesses have lifeguards, ADA accessibility, wheelchairs available for public use, beach chair rentals, etc. We have all the locations and details about public beach accesses in South Walton, Florida Just go to our SoWal Beach Access Guide with a list of all beach accesses in Walton County > Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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Sowal Exclusive Pre-sale: Harvest Wine & Food Festival At Watercolor Nov 2-4

Sowal Exclusive Pre-sale: Harvest Wine & Food Festival At Watercolor Nov 2-4

Destin Wine Charity Auction Foundation has announced a new wine festival to be held every Fall at WaterColor resort in South Walton, Florida. This year's event is November 2-5, the same weekend as the popular MountainFilm On Tour Festival that has been held at WaterColor annually for 17 years. From July 1-5, SoWal fans can buy tickets to this highly anticipated NEW wine festival before they go on sale to the public on July 6. Click here to buy PRE-SALE TICKETS > Use Password: SOWAL Continue reading...
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Rags To Riches Regatta At Grayton Beach July 1, 2017

Rags To Riches Regatta At Grayton Beach July 1, 2017

The 21st edition of the annual Rags To Riches Regatta returns to Grayton Beach on Saturday, July 1, 2017 in celebration of American Independence Day. The small catamaran race is a tradition among SoWal sailors, families, friends, and Grayton Beach lovers. Come out to watch the regatta take off from the shores of Grayton Beach, have a cold one from Grayton Beer Company and pick up a tee shirt commemorating the 2017 Regatta. Relax and watch the colorful catamarans on the Gulf as they race to Seagrove Beach and back to Grayton. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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The Green Owl In Seagrove Beach Is Full Of Inspiration

The Green Owl In Seagrove Beach Is Full Of Inspiration

This morning I ventured out to explore The Green Owl in Seagrove Plaza. The South Walton shop is right on Scenic 30A, but tucked away in a small space. I found The Green Owl to be truly unique and overflowing with inspiration from Owner Stephanie Anklier's vision. “I like simple,” says Stephanie. "Our products are organic, Fair Trade, and contain no harmful ingredients. " Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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How To Be A Fourth Of July SoWal Beach Hero

How To Be A Fourth Of July SoWal Beach Hero

As people make plans to go to the beach for the Independence Day holiday, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding the public to help protect beach-nesting shorebirds and sea turtles by giving them space and keeping personal fireworks off the beach. Please respect shorebird and sea turtle areas that are posted to protect these vulnerable species, but remember not all nests are posted. Continue reading... What do you think? We all need community feedback, ideas, suggestions ... please share!
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