Top 10 Places Where You Can Still Find Old Florida
St. Marks was featured in an article by Trips to Discover for being one of the top 10 places to find Old Florida. Read the full article here.
Read MoreSwimming, Boats, & More: Is Wakulla Springs Worth Visiting?
Lianna reveals this prehistoric landscape is home to the world’s deepest freshwater spring, and it’s worth visiting for the activities alone.
Read MoreMy 20 Favorite Places To Visit In The Florida Panhandle
Kathleen walks you through her 20 favorite places in the Florida Panhandle.
Read MoreWakulla Love from Berlin
Everybody is excited about the annual Wakulla Monarach Butterfly Festival. In fact, these butterflies are world-famous! The German publication, Florida Sun Magazine, wrote a feature about the upcoming migration and festival. Be sure to hit the “Translate” button when you check out the article.
Read MoreSt. Marks Waterfront Featured in Season 5, Episode 2 of Hooked on Wild Waters
Drew is joined by big bass kayak fishing legend Jean Wilson, as they explore the springfed St. Marks River. The two also catch up with a manatee expert and learn more about these amazing creatures that are often found in Florida’s springfed rivers.
Read MorePanacea Waterfront Featured in Season 5, Episode 1 of Hooked on Wild Waters
Drew visits the wild waterfront of Panacea, FL, where he is joined by local expert Robert Baker. Together they team up to find the best pattern to catch redfish and sea trout. Using the new E-drive motor system and the Jackson Kayak Flex Drive, they motor and pedal to some distant secluded waters that not many anglers ever reach. Their efforts are rewarded with some great fishing, and one of the most beautiful sunsets ever captured on wild waters!
Read MorePanacea Featured in Season 5 of Hooked on Wild Waters
Wakulla County’s very own Panacea Waterfront was featured in Drew Gregory’s angling series Hooked on Wild Waters. Watch the full episode here.
Read MoreWakulla County Featured in 850 Business Magazine as "The Natural Place to Be"
Wakulla County was featured in 850 Business Magazine as a “mellow getaway for those looking for nature’s beauty.” Read the full story here.
Read MoreSt. Marks National Wildlife Refuge Featured on ABC in Atlanta
The St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge was featured on an ABC affiliate in Atlanta. A single pink flamingo was spotted at the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge on October 31, 2018 after Hurricane Mathew. The last time the birds were seen at the park were after Hurricane Allison in 1995 and Hurricane Agnes in 1972. Read the full story here.
Read MoreGulf Specimen Marine Lab Video Featured on VISIT FLORIDA
The Gulf Specimen Marine Lab was featured on VISIT FLORIDA. The Gulf Specimen Marine Lab allows visitors to learn about marine life from Florida’s Gulf Coast. Watch the full video here.
Read MoreCommunity Enjoys the New and Improved Shell Point Beach
The Shell Point Beach Restoration Project is complete and families can now enjoy the new and improved renovations. Read the full article on WJXT here.
Read MoreReplicas of Christopher Columbus' Ships Set to Land in St. Marks
St. Marks was featured in an article by the Tallahassee Democrat. Replicas of Christopher Columbus’ ships, Pinta and Nina, are set to land in St. Marks. Read the full article here.
Read MoreShell Island Fish Camp is Featured in Garden and Gun
A great place to stay in Wakulla County, the Shell Island Fish Camp was recently featured in Garden and Gun magazine and on their website. Shell Island Fish Camp is one of the few fish camps left along Florida’s Gulf Coast. Check out more here to read the full article.
Read MoreSharks and Chablis is Raising Money for the Sea Turtle Rescue Program
The Gulf Specimen Marine Lab is hosting the annual Sharks and Chablis fundraiser on May 20th with National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore as the keynote speaker. Find out more about Sharks and Chablis and how you can help the Sea Turtle Rescue Program here.
Read MoreThe Wakulla Wildlife Festival Making Headlines
There is a lot of excitement building about the Wakulla Wildlife Festival. “The festival is a celebration of the area’s wildlife and is intended to be especially inviting for children — or the child inside everyone,” said Jeff Hugo, Wakulla Springs State Park Service Specialist and Wildlife Festival organizer.
Read MoreFloridaMagazine.com Visits Wakulla County
While visiting family in Tallahassee, a FloridaMagazine.com contributor visited Wakulla Springs with her grandchildren and had nothing but praise for her time there. Read more and see her photos from the trip here.
Read MoreWakulla County to be Featured in Student Film
FSU film student will shoot portions of his magical realism romance film in Wakulla County! Read here to learn more about his movie and why he chose Wakulla County.
Read MoreWakulla Springs Video
Wakulla Springs is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a National Natural Landmark. It is a beautiful home to countless species of animals. But don’t just take our word for it, watch this video from Visit Florida here.
Read MoreBeloved Sea Turtle Will Return to the Wild
Little Girl, a loggerhead sea turtle, will leave the Gulf Specimen Marine Lab and Aquarium after spending the last nine years there. Learn more details about her exciting return to the sea here.
Read MoreWakulla Springs as a Nostalgic State Treasure
“Remembering Florida Springs” is a nostalgic book reflecting on the early years of the five main springs in Florida, Wakulla Springs being one of those. Read the book review here.
Read MorePanacea Dock Receives Repairs after Hermine
With the help of donations and volunteers, the portion of the Panacea living dock destroyed by Hurricane Hermine has been repaired. Learn about the importance of the dock to the Gulf Specimen Marine Lab here.
Read MoreGulf, Ghosts and Goblins Gives Kids the Opportunity to Learn about Sea Life
October 24, 2016 | https://www.wtxl.com/community/gulf-ghosts-and-goblins-halloween-at-the-sea/article_18afd270-99dc-11e6-ac6f-53905668e528.html | WXTL Tallahassee
This Halloween, the Gulf Specimen Marine Lab is hosting Gulf, Ghosts and Goblins. This event will have trick or treating, face painting, and the chance for children to learn about unique sea life. Read more about the event here.
Read MoreWakulla County Festivals Contribute to a Busy Saturday
From activities in Tallahassee to the Stone Crab and Monarch Butterfly Festivals in Wakulla County, October 22 was a packed day! Read about Wakulla’s fun festivals and see great photos from the events here.
Read MoreCould oyster ranching in Wakulla County end hunger?
In what may soon be the largest oyster ranch in Florida, there are 38 leases, totaling more than 50 acres devoted to growing oysters in cages in Panacea. Rob Olin owns several leases and has organized a co-op to manage the oysters from the spat to the table.
Read More48-Hours of Sunshine!
Recently, Wakulla County was chosen as a stop for the 48-Hours of Sunshine media tour through Visit Florida! This brought travel bloggers from around the country to Wakulla County to experience the local culture, food, and amenities. You can read all about the experience here.
Read MoreGulf Specimen Marine Lab featured on FSU News
Only an hour south of Tallahassee, the Gulf Specimen Marine Lab is “setting a new standard for protection and accessibility of marine biodiversity.” Read more here, on FSU News, about how the Lab is educating through action.
Read MoreWTXL Explores Wakulla Springs
Wakulla Springs is a summertime staple that offers nature and history abound.
Read MoreThe WTXL Road Trip Visits Wakulla County
While stopping in Sopchoppy, The WTXL Road Trip learns the family style community of Wakulla. Where local family-owned businesses bring customers from afar.
Read MoreCaring For the World’s Rarest Sea Turtle In The Florida Panhandle
“The Gulf Coast is home to the most endangered sea turtle in the world: the Kemp’s Ridley. The fate of the turtles depends on the region’s coastal wetlands, where tropical storms and oils spills have taken their toll. Here’s a look into the uncertain future of the delicate ecosystem.” Keep reading this article from WFSU.
Read MoreWakulla River & Springs Mentioned on Alabama.Com
The naturally scenic areas of Wakulla County are certainly worth the trip! As part of AL.com (Alabama), Wakulla Springs and Wakulla River were both featured as must-see places near Tallahassee. The article, which has several serene pictures of the area, says that although Tallahassee isn’t on the coast, Wakulla County is your best spot to get that scenic water life you’re looking for! “T-n-T Hideaway offers guided canoe, kayak, and stand-up paddleboard trips down the river, where you may see manatees, turtles, fish, and alligators (don’t worry—they’re not aggressive). The river is spring-fed, making the water clear enough to easily spot the wildlife.”
Read MoreWakulla Springs Featured in Orlando Magazine
Orlando Magazine authors Gary McKechnie and Nancy Howell helped to shed some light on the calm waters of Wakulla Springs in Wakulla County recently. In their article, they detail the Wakulla Lodge, Wakulla Springs, and Edward Ball State Park amenities, rich history, and current appeal to those seeking a quiet refuge. “Its crystal clear waters and surrounding jungle made it the perfect place to shoot films including several Tarzan movies as well as Creature from the Black Lagoon. Today the exotic nature of those classics is matched by the peaceful nature of Wakulla Springs.”
Read MoreBlogging Road Trip Through the Panhandle Stops in Wakulla Springs
Bon Appetit blogger Belle Cushing took a road trip through the Florida Panhandle, staying at local hotels and trying unique Floridian cuisine. She even stopped in Wakulla Springs during her trip! Read more about her trip and her time at the Wakulla Springs Lodge and State Park here!
Read MoreSt. Marks Lighthouse to Get Renovations
Governor Rick Scott signed the 2016 General Appropriations act back in March 2016, giving over $500,000 dollars in grant money to the St. Marks lighthouse.
The lantern room will be getting restored first. Plans are to have a licensed contractor who is certified in historic restoration to replace everything with identical parts that resemble the ones used in the 1800’s The second part of the project involves restoring the rest of the lighthouse, the keeper’s quarters, and building a museum.
Read MoreResorts and Lodges Profiles Worm Gruntin' Festival
On their site, ResortsAndLodges.com calls the Sopchoppy Worm Gruntin’ Festival a “one-of-a-kind event in beautiful Northwest Florida” and goes on to say that Sopchoppy “exemplifies hospitality and offers a classic view of Americana, with white picket fences, friendly faces, and a city-wide sense of community.”
We are very proud of our local community and of our festivals, so it’s great to see that community strength being recognized elsewhere.
Read MoreSt. Marks Refuge Listed in Top Six by National Geographic
In a recent ranking by National Geographic of the “6 Stand-Out National Wildlife Refuges,” Wakulla County’s own St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge was listed third. In the article, Jeanine Barone notes “Avian enthusiasts will do well to visit in spring, when the refuge’s one-mile Tower Pond Trail is prime territory for sighting Indigo Buntings, Yellow-billed Cuckoos, and other songbirds. Those looking to photograph wildlife might consider attending one of the regularly scheduled classes St. Marks offers—held the first Saturday of most months—to bone up on subjects such as using macro lenses and capturing movement.”
We are very excited to see the area’s landmarks making appearances on the national stage, as it continues to show the amazing things that Wakulla County has to offer visitors.
Read MoreGulf Specimen's Fiddler Crabs are Featured in Current NatGeo Issue
Nation Geographic discussed the supersize claw that gives a sand fiddler crab advantages in waving down prospective mates and beating the heat on the beach. Read more about the photography project that led to this article, including the role of Gulf Specimen.
Read MorePanacea Seafood Featured on Gardens & Guns Magazine
One undeniable draw to the Wakulla County area is the tremendously fresh seafood from the gulf. With so many great local spots, it’s no wonder that Mineral Springs in Panacea, FL caught the eye of Gardens & Guns Magazine writer, Mike Grudowski. Detailing a road trip from Tallahassee, FL to Mobile, AL, Grudowski begins his journey at Mineral Springs, “a seafood shack in Panacea, Florida, where you pull off Highway 98 before you even catch a glimpse of salt water. Shredded chunks of smoked yellowfin tuna, cobia, and salmon, laced with candied jalapeño and served up to go by a ponytailed guy named Junior in a faded Gators cap.”
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