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News from around the Florida panhandle.

Rash of Thefts Plague Paddlers Along the Emerald Coast

  Whether it’s paddling a kayak or paddle board, personal flotation craft have become quite popular along the Emerald Coast, and not just by their owners. A series of recent thefts has relieved local paddle enthusiasts of a kayak in … Continue reading

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Drought Conditions Make Finding a Place to Paddle in Florida a Challenge

  Florida has been feeling the bite of wildfires and record low water levels as the ongoing drought continues to plague the south. Most of the rivers throughout the state are at or below recorded historic lows making it hard … Continue reading

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Fort Walton Beach Unveils Two New Bike Routes for Cyclists

May 14, 2011 Cyclists from around the local area turned out at Ferry Park this morning for a ribbon cutting ceremony promoting two new bike routes for the area. These bike paths are the first for the City and was … Continue reading

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Fort Walton Beach to Hold Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Bike Routes

Fort Walton Beach – Thanks to a partnership effort with the City of Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa County Health Department, and the Emerald Coast Cyclists Club, two new bike route projects have been completed in Fort Walton Beach. Route 1 … Continue reading

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May is National Bike Month

  May marks National Bicycle Month and people all across the country are dusting off their bicycles and taking to the streets. Not only is cycling an excellent way to get exercise but with the rising cost of gasoline prices … Continue reading

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