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PUBLISHED BY THE ROSEMARY BEACH PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

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FRED KRUTZ PRESIDENT MARK BUESE VICE PRESIDENT

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LINDA GIFFORD SECRETARY ERIC SLUSSER TREASURER LETTYE BURGTORF TIM MARTIN MARY ZAHNER BOARD MEMBERS

30 8 Town Map

28 Sculpture Exhibition Encourages Community to Find Meaning in Art

10 From the POA 12 Rosemary Beach Foundation

30 Put Your Fashion Forward in Rosemary Beach

14 Around Town

32 Calendar of Events

16 The Spring Break to New Home Pipeline 19 Sea Turtle Season is Here

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From the POA

Welcome to Rosemary Beach!

Twenty-seven years have passed in a series of seasons since the founding of Rosemary Beach in 1995. As we go to print on another summer issue of the Rosemary Thymes, on the beach the tides continue to come and go. Generations of sea turtles continue to ride some of those same tides, as they did long before our town existed. Time moves in a variety of cycles.

OUR HISTORY Back before the first building site broke ground here, it was apparent that the ideas that the talented designers and developers wanted to give this community were different than many of those nearby. These visionaries here did not want simply to build rows of identical beige townhouses around a pool or a couple of condo towers in a big parking lot.

Instead, they envisioned that the individual owners of homes and businesses would each add unique and different buildings, over time, and according to a flexible master plan that focused on the resulting civic spaces that would emerge as a stage for an outdoor-focused life.

Variety in materials and colors was not only encouraged, but required.

Architects had to consider not just the conditions of their client’s lot, but also of their project’s impact on the surrounding lots and public spaces. No doubt as a result, many of the structures in Rosemary Beach are beautiful works of architecture, worthy of admiration in their own right. Our Town Hall and Post Office, as two examples among many, are wonderful icons

that anchor our Town Center and provide the backdrop for countless visitors’ vacation portraits.

And better yet, the goals of the designers and developers continued beyond the individual residential and commercial lots, seeking to create streetscapes, parks and wonderful pedestrian walks that encouraged people to enjoy moving about the town on foot or bicycle, or even just to sit on a porch or park bench to take in a vista or to have a conversation, as they headed back and forth to the beach to relax. Those designers and developers knew that this is what would generate lasting value and excitement and create a town that people cared about deeply.

It is important to realize that not every community, especially one as relatively young as Rosemary Beach, has the character to inspire this sort of affection and even passion. We are right to treasure this place, and to make the ongoing commitment to honor our town’s plan and architectural regulations.

This will preserve the delightful character of our wonderful streets and parks, as we maintain the dedication of those that came before us for another generation.

LOOKING FORWARD What makes Rosemary Beach special is its unique combination of people and the natural and built environments, that come together in a complementary and harmonious way to attract people to want to be here. In this paper, we have always enjoyed sharing stories about the individuals and families that have contributed their time and talents to our town.

In the issue, we hope you learn a little more about some of those that have made, are currently making, and will continue to make a positive difference in the life of Rosemary Beach and the larger world around us.

The town’s Vision Statement: “The town of Rosemary Beach aspires to be the best family beach community in the United States, driven by quality and excellence in

everything it does. By preserving its architectural heritage, natural beauty and vibrant community spirit, Rosemary Beach will be a place that blends a tranquil residential area and active Town Center where residents, guests, and merchants live, work and play in harmony.” That vision is rooted in the master plan for the community, which includes many traditional features that combine to create a sense of place that is unique to Rosemary Beach, assembled so that it simultaneously feels like it has always been here but still manages to accommodate the ways we live, work and play today.

The degree of our success and the reliance of the communities around us on our town center for entertainment and shopping requires that we continually refurbish and enhance our town.

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The POA staff are supported by a hard-working, knowledgeable, and creative group of volunteer owners in the form of our Board of Directors and several active committees. These dedicated groups are constantly working to establish programs and projects to maintain and enhance the town, and they include the Townscape Enhancement Committee, the Covenant Enforcement Committee, the Design and Development Advisory Committee, and the Social Committee. Property owners can find more detailed information about these committees on the POA’s website.

PARDON OUR PROGRESS Unfortunately, there is no convenient time that pleases everybody to complete the many necessary enhancement and maintenance projects. They nevertheless must be done if we are going to continue the success that generations of owners and merchants have worked so hard to establish. Our goal is to complete every project to the high standards

of our town, as quickly as possible and with minimal disruption to our owners and guests. A vibrant community is never truly finished, and Rosemary Beach is no exception. We do appreciate your patience and understanding when these projects are underway.

COMMUNICATION The Rosemary Beach Property Owners Association (POA) strives not only to operate and maintain the community’s common areas in world-class condition, but also to keep our owners and their guests and tenants informed of events, programs and projects that impact the town. As a quarterly publication, we try to focus the Rosemary Thymes’ content on topics of longer-term interest to our owners, merchants, and visitors. As a compliment to that perspective, we also send monthly newsletters to the property owners that include updates on shorter-term issues and topics.

The community’s websites rosemarybeachfl.org, which is

maintained by the Rosemary Beach Property Owners Association (POA), and rosemarybeach.com, which is maintained by the Cottage Rental Company (CRC), are updated regularly with notices of interest to owners and visitors.

The calendars on both websites are updated regularly, include links to other local websites, and are available to all users. Take a moment to check out these online resources when you have a chance.

TURTLE TIME We opened this article with a reference to sea turtle nesting season, which extends from May 1 to October 31 each year.

If you only remember one thing while you are on the beach, it’s to leave things CLEAN, DARK, and FLAT. Well, two things… that, and listen to the lifeguards.

Some things should go without saying, but we’ll say it again to be sure because apparently somebody out there isn’t listening well enough: Never leave trash on our beaches. Second, if you

are on or near the beach at night, please avoid using flashlights or unshielded lights from gulf-front homes (other than turtle-safe lighting) as this can distract both the mother turtles early in the season and the baby hatchlings later. Last but not least, have fun building sand castles but remember to knock down the mounds and fill in those holes in the sand when you are done. Not only does CLEAN, DARK and FLAT make it better for the turtles—it makes it better for all of us, and we thank you for that.

We hope you enjoy our town and this issue of our town paper. It seems fitting to say it once again: Welcome to Rosemary Beach!

- The Board of Directors and staff of the Rosemary Beach Property Owners Association

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ROSEMARY BEACH FOUNDATION Rosemary Beach Foundation offers charitable events, educational programs and muchneeded support to local organizations and schools. Since 2006, over $1,000,000 has been donated.

“Rosemary Beach Foundation provides activities throughout the year for residents and visitors of Walton County, Florida.”

Malayne DeMars, Executive Director explained. “Two highly anticipated spring events are the Music in Pictures student art exhibition and 30A Cornhole Tournament.”

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(From Left to Right) Amanda Hampel (Rosemary Beach Realty), Rosalyn Wik (Shelter House), Malayne DeMars (Rosemary Beach Foundation), Jessica Standley (Rosemary Beach Cottage Rental Company)

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MUSIC IN PICTURES Over 4,000 students (Kindergarten – 12th grade) from 20 public and private schools participated in the 11th Annual Music in Pictures educational arts initiative and juried art contest. Students created their visual interpretation of music by American composer, Mark O’Connor.

In March and April, 362 paintings were on public exhibition.

“We are so thankful to have been included in the Music in Pictures program!” Paula Bathon, Art Teacher, South Walton Academy, said. “From start to finish, the students were engaged and will always have the enriching experience of unlocking their creativity through Mark O’Connor’s symphonic splendor.”

(From Left to Right) South Walton Academy Students Isla Grace Jayne, Marina Fetter, Mrs. Paula Bathon, and Evie Jayne

Jasmine McGarigle, 10th Grade

Hunter Nelson, 8th Grade

John Hernandez Morales, 5th Grade

Isabella Orellana, 8th Grade

Dash Dicker, Kindergarten

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30A CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT The 8th Annual 30A Cornhole Tournament was held on April 30 during Autism Awareness Month. Rain did not dampen the spirits of players, volunteers and spectators of the sold-out competition.

From the field of 64 teams, the champions were Bags Deep and 2nd place, Corn Stars.

“This is our favorite event of the year,” says Anna Weeks, Retail Buyer & Manager. “Bombora Sun & Surf is proud to support Rosemary Beach Foundation and charitable partners, Special Olympics, South Walton Academy and Westonwood Ranch.”

Charitable Partners (Special Olympics, Rosemary Beach Foundation, Westonwood Ranch, South Walton Academy) From left to right: Damien McNeil, Michael Stone, Johnny Mutina, Malayne DeMars, Kelly Cash, Lindy Wood, Calley and Lexi Kate Middlebrooks

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family in times of great uncertainty and educational instability worldwide. “It was really about school and educational opportunities for the kids and creating a sense of community in a place where they could be outdoors and engage during the pandemic,” Ben said. Elle and Ford attend the Ohana Institute, a fully accredited and private school for grades K-12. The Ohana Institute delivers an “experiential, student-centered blended education model” through providing their students with real-world experiences and extraordinary educational opportunities.

The Spring Break to New Home Pipeline

by Fiama Mastrangelo

Like many other families that have moved to the Gulf Coast, the Wallersteins fell in love with the charming lifestyle offered by the Rosemary Beach community. In March of 2020, the family left their life in Washington D.C. behind for a spring break vacation that never ended. Now, just two years later, Ben, Sarah, and their children, Elle and Ford, have become fully immersed in the community through engaging in service opportunities and local pastimes.

“It was really an accidental move,” Ben said. Though Ben and Sarah have been vacationing in the area since their daughter Elle was just three months old, they never expected to be residents of the coastal town they found themselves in multiple times each year.

“We had a really idyllic existence in a lot of ways in Washington D.C.” In the capital, Ben founded his business and Sarah worked at the White House.

“We had great friends and a tremendous sense of community,” he explained.

When the pandemic arrived in the U.S. however, Ben’s office and the kid’s schools were closed “indefinitely.”

After making the trek down to Florida, Ben and Sarah found that Rosemary Beach had lots to offer the

Beyond their schoolwork, Elle and Ford have been hard at work honing in on their passions. For Ford, it’s all about early morning fishing trips with his father and performing local gigs with his band, Patch of Grass. In April, Patch of Grass played a live show at The Big Chill, formerly known as The Hub. Elle spent her downtime during quarantine launching a virtual platform for her baking business, Baking Camp. As a burgeoning entrepreneur, Elle is often hard at work baking custom cake orders, assembling birthday party packs, or teaching both online and in-person baking lessons. Patrons can place their custom orders and purchase merchandise at bakingcamp.com.

Though Elle and Ford are heavily invested in their individual passions, they also love to work, alongside their parents, on community service opportunities.

“We’ve also loved being a part of The Foundation,” Sarah said. The Rosemary Beach Foundation

promotes community and philanthropy in the area through organizing events, fundraising for local causes and gathering supplies through drives. Some of the ways that the kids have gotten involved has been through “helping stuff Fourth of July bags for the Fourth of July contest [or] encouraging others to bring their pets to the Rosemary Beach ‘Unleashed’ activity.”

“We [also] participate in the cornhole tournament, and we help gather cans for the canned food drive, so that is all something the kids have loved being involved in as well,” Sarah added.

While the Wallerstein’s never expected to be “trading hockey skates for paddleboards,” as Sarah put it, their move to Rosemary Beach has been a blessing for the whole family. “You don’t have to seek out opportunities to do things as a family, it’s very much a part of the culture,” Ben said. Now that traveling for work has been significantly reduced in the wake of the pandemic, the Wallersteins have even more time to spend at home, soaking up sun rays in paradise. “I think something that a lot of people don’t experience as

much when they are coming on vacation is the splendor of the natural community around Walton County,” he added. The family often gets to experience the joys of walking to the beach or exploring the nearby hiking trails.

Though life as we know it has changed drastically since March of 2020, Rosemary Beach has continued to provide an escape from the hectic world around us. From the natural beauty to the tight-knit community, the Wallersteins are thrilled to call Rosemary Beach their home.

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SEA TURTLE SEASON IS HERE

By Fiama Mastrangelo

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PRING IS IN THE AIR AND BABY TURTLES ARE ON THE GROUND. From May to October, sea turtles are hard at work as they search for the right nesting sites and set their hatchlings up for success.

The Gulf Coast serves as a very important habitat for sea turtle nesting sites, and Rosemary Beach is just one of the many beaches that the keystone species relies on for shelter.

Status as a keystone species means that “they are an important part of the environment, and they influence other species around them,” explained Barbara Van Stern, who oversees Public Relations and serves as the Area Coordinator for the South Walton Turtle Watch Group. “Healthy oceans need healthy turtles,” she added.

“If you remove a keystone species, then the natural order is disrupted and that will impact other wildlife, even fauna, in lots of different ways.”

For Rosemary Beach, sea turtles are integral in maintaining the health and beauty of the coastal environment. The leftover shells and unhatched sea turtle eggs serve as important sources of nutrients for coastal vegetation, which in turn, helps prevent coastal erosion. Green sea turtles help to maintain natural seagrass beds through their grazing habits, which keeps these natural fish nurseries in peak condition. Leatherback turtles are best known for their unique diet that includes jellyfish, thus sustaining other fish populations and reducing the amount of beach days cut short by a jellyfish sting. Another major (albeit sad) role that the sea turtles play is that

of a food source to larger ocean predators. “You know, everybody has to eat,” Van Stern added.

While sea turtles work hard to maintain the beautiful natural habitats of the Gulf Coast, they remain classified as endangered species by the World Wildlife Foundation. Human activity on the Gulf Coast has resulted in widespread and critical habitat destruction in areas that sea turtles use for nesting sites. One of the biggest ways that humans can aid in turtle population recovery is through maintaining safe and accessible nesting sites. South Walton Turtle Watch Group does exactly that.

“South Walton Turtle Watch has been monitoring sea turtle nests in Walton county since 1995,”Van Stern said. “We are permitted by Florida Fish and Wildlife, since all sea turtle species are protected by law.” Every morning from May 1 through October 31, volunteers with the South Walton Turtle Watch Group survey the nesting sites, looking for sea turtle tracks in the sand, also known as “crawls.”]If volunteers determine that a sea turtle has nested in the area, the nesting site will be protected by barriers and monitored by the team.

The South Walton Turtle Watch Group also performs a major service for the sea turtles of 30A. “Other than surveying sea turtle nests, we are also members of Florida’s Sea Turtle Stranding and Salvage Network,” Van Stern added. As part of the network, the Watch Group steps in when needed to help wounded sea turtles nearby.

“If a turtle has stranded itself, whether it’s injured, sick, or debilitated in some way, we will respond to assist that animal,” Van Stern explained.

Though their work can be tough at times, saving the sea turtles is well worth the energy. It is estimated that only one out of one thousand sea turtle hatchlings will make it to adulthood. With natural odds already stacked against them, major

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YOU CAN HELP PROTECT SOUTH WALTON’S SEA TURTLES Info Courtesy of Visit South Walton / visitsouthwalton.com The two most common species of turtles in South Walton are Green Sea Turtles and Loggerheads. In the late spring and early summer, female sea turtles that were born in South Walton return to build nests.

Later in the summer and in the early fall, the turtle eggs in the nests begin to hatch, and the hatchlings use light reflected off the surf to guide them into the ocean. South Walton has a dedicated team to help identify and protect the turtles, but there are things that beachgoers can do to make sure their efforts are a success:

gains for the species can be made by protecting the nests and minimizing human impact. It’s not all doom and gloom for the sea turtles. Concerned citizens can help in a multitude of ways to help sea turtle hatchlings make a successful journey to the sea. “The most important things to remember are to keep the beaches clean, dark and flat,”Van Stern said.

Clean habitats appeal to the mother sea turtle, dark beaches help guide the newly hatched into the ocean and flat beaches help to ensure that the sea turtles can move about the beach without falling into any manmade pits or holes left behind by summer beachgoers. There are yet more ways to get involved in the local sea turtle conservation efforts.

The South Walton Turtle Watch Group hosts live excavations of sea turtle

nests on their Facebook page, which follow the processes of digging up abandoned sea turtle nests. In addition to live-streamed excavations, families can get involved in sea turtle education efforts through their Turtle Talk Tuesdays. “The first one will be May 24 and they will be held every Tuesday throughout the season, until the end of August,” Van Stern said. “There’s lots of fun things for kids to do. We have sea creature crayons, junior ranger badges, wonderful activity books and all types of information for children to learn about turtles.”

For more information on sea turtle nesting season, visit southwaltonturtlewatch.org or follow @southwaltonturtlewatch on Facebook for updates.

Prevent All Lights from Illuminating the Beach Turn off balcony and porch lights and draw blinds each night. Use only flashlights with red film covers (which are available at area businesses and the Visitor Information Center) as sea turtles become disoriented on their crawl back to the surf.

Look but Don’t Touch Do not disturb or handle any sea turtles, their eggs or their nests. All are violations of both federal and state laws.

Don’t Leave Holes Fill in any holes you dig including holes left from sticking poles and beach umbrellas into the sand.

This will ensure others don’t get injured and that you don’t create obstacles for nesting sea turtles.

Keep the Beach Clean Reduce litter by disposing of your trash properly and removing all personal items from the beach each night.

Visit South Walton is proud to fund these efforts by contracting the South Walton Turtle Watch. To find out more, visit southwaltonturtlewatch.org.

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guests can spot mullets jumping around in the water. Visitors at Eden Gardens can also explore the park’s abundance of plant species by picking up a “Living Shoreline Trail” brochure at the park office.

This brochure takes guests on a journey through the park to explore 18 of the park’s plant species. Every stop along the trail highlights a different plant and is marked with a number that correlates with the brochure. Filled with visual wonder, this trail provides unique learning opportunities for visitors and locals alike.

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As summer approaches, it is finally time to get outside and soak up some sunshine. What better way to explore nature and enjoy the sun than hiking or biking along one of our many local nature trails?

30A boasts some of the most unique nature trails in the entire state. From trails running by dune lakes with native carnivorous plants, to those rich with WWII history and bird watching opportunities, every hiker is sure to find a nature trail that piques their interest.

The Nature Trails of 30A

By Nicole Willis

A FLORAL FANATIC’S FANTASY Do you wish you could see hundreds of vibrant and unique flowers on your hike in addition to the typical forest greenery? Look no further than Eden Gardens State Park.

Eden Gardens State Park, located at 181 Eden Gardens Road in Santa Rosa Beach, gives guests the best of both worlds, with beautiful natural greenery and ornamental floral displays throughout its more than 160 acres of hiking trails and park space. A one-mile trail winds throughout the property, allowing guests to take in all of the park’s most beautiful features. The trail passes through rose and camellia gardens which are also home to many non-native camellia species of various size and color. The trail also passes by Tucker Bayou, where

Grab your binoculars, strap on your hiking boots, and visit Camp Helen State Park to view birds of every species. This 180-acre park has two main trails, The North Trail at 1.8 miles long, and The Oak Canopy Trail at 0.5 miles long. Parts of the North Trail flow alongside Lake Powell, which is the largest coastal dune lake in the state and one of the largest in the country. The beach dunes attract many species of birds as a resting and foraging spot, including black skimmers and Caspian terns. While exploring this trail, hikers will also experience the beautiful water and dunes. The North Trail also has many native plant species that surround the trail, including saw palmetto trees and prickly pear plants. The Oak Canopy Trail may be short, but it is loaded with various native flora and fauna. Scrub oak trees create a canopy overhead the trail, providing shade and beautiful greenery. Many species of birds can be spotted along the trail, including the tufted titmouse and American bald eagles.

Camp Helen State Park is also home to a variety of other bird species, including the osprey, Cooper’s hawk and snowy plovers. Guests can stop by the park visitor’s center for a detailed brochure that serves as a handy guide on the many varieties of flora and fauna found within the park. Camp Helen State Park is located at 23937 Panama City Beach Parkway in Panama City Beach.

HIKING ENTHUSIAST For a day-long adventure along many different trails, consider visiting the Grayton Beach State Park and Point Washington State Forest. Point Washington State Forest is just north of Grayton Beach State Park and the two are connected via the Longleaf Connector. Start off the day in Grayton Beach State Park by exploring the park’s extensive trail system. Each trail is relatively short, providing ample hiking opportunities for both experienced and beginner hikers. The Grayton Beach Flatwoods Trail is just over 4 miles long and is relatively flat, hence the trail’s name. From the Flatwoods Trail, explore The Western Lake Loop, a small loop just under one mile long, which is connected to the Flatwoods Trail.

Grayton Beach State Park’s trails allow hikers a view of Western Lake, a rare coastal dune lake. If you feel like continuing the hike, hop on The Longleaf Connector Trail that connects the trails of Grayton Beach State Park to the main trailhead for Point Washington State Forest, The Longleaf Greenway Trail. The Longleaf Greenway Trail is about 8 miles long and is covered in longleaf pine trees. Point Washington State Forest is also home to the Eastern Lake Trails. The Eastern Lake Trails are three trails that are connected to each other and color-coordinated.

From West to East, you can hike the Yellow Loop for 3.5 miles, then move on to the Red Loop for an additional 6 miles, and finally end up at the largest loop, the Orange Loop, which is 11 miles long. Both experienced and novice hikers can have a blast hiking through the trails at Grayton Beach State Park and Point Washington State Forest.

If you are not so enthusiastic about hiking, consider choosing one or two of the shorter trails. No matter what trail you choose to hike, you are certain to enjoy the experience.

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The Timpoochee Trail is an approximately 19-mile paved path showcasing panoramic views of unique architecture, natural scenic beauty and local wildlife.

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FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN While most trails can be attended by families, some trails are more suited to be attended by little children than others. For a fun family day outside, visit the Alys Beach Nature Trail. The trail is located at 214 Charles Street, Rosemary Beach, and is tucked into a 20-acre nature preserve.

The terrain of the trail is easy to navigate, it is flat and the majority of the trail is comprised of a wooden boardwalk. At only 0.75 miles long, the Alys Beach Nature Trail is great for little ones who may not be fond of walking for too long. Though the trail is relatively short, one can spend hours exploring the flora that the nature preserve has to offer. Cypress and slash pine trees create a forest that surrounds the

boardwalk. As you walk the trail, you will come across a beautiful open meadow that is decorated with wildflowers. A unique factor of the Alys Beach Nature Trail is the presence of pitcher plants. Pitcher plants are carnivorous plants that capture and eat insects. The kiddos are sure to be fascinated by these plants! The Alys Beach Nature Trail is a family-friendly trail that provides a great opportunity to get outside, explore nature, and learn a thing or two. The trail is pet-friendly, so even your fourlegged family members can be included in your explorations!

Want to get a glimpse into 30A history on your hike? Look no further than the trails at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. This state park is a whopping 1,640 acres and offers over 15 miles of trails. Two of the park’s trails give visitors a look at historical artifacts and stories of the land’s prior use. The Turpentine Trail takes you through an area where the turpentine industry was booming in the late 1800s and early to mid-1900s. Turpentine is a resin obtained from living pine trees that was often used on wooden ships. Workers would carve “catface” designs into trees to obtain the sap. Catface carvings can still be seen in trees along the trail today. The Morris Lake Trail gives visitors a glimpse into a different history of the land. The area was used during World War II as a munitions testing and development area. Years ago on this very land, people were developing and testing some of the first missiles in the country. Iron transport tracks were laid over the sand for trucks to travel on. Remnants of these tracks can still be seen along the trail today. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is full of history, so if you’re seeking a unique hike, this state park is the place. The park is located at 7525 W. County Hwy. 30 in Santa Rosa Beach.

ADVANTAGEOUS ADVENTURER Whether you are a 30A native or a visitor, the Timpoochee Trail is a great way to get to know the ins and outs of the 30A towns. This 18.5-mile bike trail runs from Dune Allen all the way down to Inlet Beach. This long trail allows its guests to see both residential and natural sights. The trail winds past state parks, beach neighborhoods, dune lakes, beaches and even dining and shopping areas. There is so much for riders to explore on this trail. Consider taking a pit stop at a local restaurant, or pack a picnic to enjoy at a state park. The trail’s terrain is primarily flat and wide, which enables groups to ride it together. At points, the trail can cross streets, so a bit of caution is required. The trail begins on the west of Hwy. 30A by Hwy. 98 in Dune Allen and ends east Hwy. 30A at Hwy. 98 in Inlet Beach. For a complete guide to the Timpoochee Trail and some of the best stops along it, visit visitsouthwalton.com.

Whether you are a seasoned hiker, an adventure seeker, or just want to have a fun day with the family, there are plenty of trails to help you get outside and soak up some sun while enjoying all that 30A has to offer! For more information on any of the state parks, visit floridastateparks.org.

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PANHANDLE SPRINGS WRITTEN + PHOTOGRAPHED

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ROM A FLORIDA MAN’S PERSPECTIVE, there’s nothing more Floridian than being engulfed by the pure beauty that a Florida natural spring can offer—surrounded by blues and greens that can leave you truly speechless. While you’ll find every spring’s average water temperature around 72 degrees, it’s incredibly refreshing, especially during the summer heat. Some of the springs can be a short distance from a parking lot or more of an adventure—accessible via a paddle upstream. All in all, the springs in the Panhandle are natural gems which must be protected and respected so we can continue to enjoy their clear, cool beauty. Here are a few Florida springs located a short drive from Rosemary Beach.

MORRISON SPRING Walton County

With a trunk of a tree laying smack on top of this gorgeous spring, it’s one of my favorites. Located right off Interstate 10, you can see the head of the spring just below that tree trunk which is the passage to its cave system. Morrison is also one of the most finicky springs and the water may not be clear if the river level is too high, but when the water is crystal clear, it’s definitely a sight to behold. Morrison is a very accessible spring with parking, restrooms, and a few benches for you to munch on your lunch.

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CYPRESS SPRINGS Washington County

As soon as you’re tired of paddling down Holmes Creek, you’ll find yourself at Cypress Springs. There are no restrooms or picnic tables here, but you can park your kayak, canoe or paddleboard right beside the spring. Cypress is a magnitude two spring which flows 89 million gallons of water per day. You can find submerged trees, mullet swimming all about, and some wild humans jumping from a tree swing.

SPRINGS ON THE ECOFINA Washington + Bay County

Looking to escape and find yourself surrounded by a few springs? Say no more and you can find yourself walking distance from a few magical swimming holes— Pitts Springs, Sylvan Springs and Williford Springs.

All three have their own unique landscape and are surrounded by gorgeous palm trees and lush vegetation. You can easily spend the entire day relaxing in one of these springs and letting your cares slip away while the world spins round.

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PONCE DE LEON SPRINGS STATE PARK Holmes County

If you have a few little ones, this is the perfect spring for you. You can find a cute concrete diving board, easily accessible steps, and an abundance of wooden picnic tables. My favorite part of the spring is it’s spring run which starts from the little bridge and extends all the way to the beginning of the river. Once you reach Sandy Creek, you’ll begin to see the waters change from clear to brackish. All the park rangers there are extremely nice and won’t hesitate to answer any questions or concerns.

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Sculpture Exhibition Encourages Community to Find Meaning in Art

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hose visiting Rosemary Beach this summer will notice over a dozen colorful additions to the town’s outdoor spaces. Running until September 5, the 2021-2022 Rosemary Beach Sculpture Exhibition (RBSE) marks the third biennial art show of contemporary outdoor sculptures on display throughout Rosemary Beach.

This signature event showcases Rosemary Beach’s commitment to enhancing the quality and excellence of the town through complimenting its architectural heritage and natural beauty with outdoor sculptures. It also contributes to the cultural arts community in Walton County and beyond.

41 artists from 25 states, Washington, D.C. and Spain submitted a total of 80 sculptures to the juried exhibition and 14 sculptures were selected for inclusion. Each of the 14 selected sculptures reflect the theme for this year’s exhibit, “Caring About Tomorrow: Exploring Environmental Interdependence Through Public Art,” in a variety of ways.

“The array of originality in the sculptures ensures that viewers will find those that touch their sensibilities around this subject,” RBSE board member and official tour guide, Ron Strickland, said. “Some are quite provocative, while others more formally or subtly address environmental threats to the future of all living things, including humankind. Taken as a whole, RBSE offers wisdom and inspiration for the creation of a more sustainable world for generations to come.”

To encourage the community to come together to see the exhibit and learn more about the art, Strickland leads free guided tours every Tuesday starting at 8:30 am outside of Amavida Coffee.

Strickland hopes that the sculptures make people think. “Some of our sculptures with this environmental theme are subtle, but others are powerful statements,” Strickland said. “The way I look at it, in my opinion, is good art can be art that is aesthetically pleasing. Great art is art that makes you think. It doesn’t have to be bright and shiny, it can be dark, but it makes you think. Phenomenal art is art that makes you alter the way you live your life, so recycling or conserving water. I would encourage anyone who does the tour to try this.”

More information on the Rosemary Beach Sculpture Exhibit can be found at rosemarybeachsculpture.com.

Rosemary Thymes had the opportunity to speak with a few of the exhibits featured artists to better understand their inspiration, vision and process.

MATTHEW DUFFY The theme of environmental sustainability plays a large part throughout the exhibit. What did you take away from this and how is it applied to your piece?

“I do a lot of welding, laser-cutting, and other electronic fabrication so I think about power systems constantly. Most of our systems involve a chokepoint of mechanical energy expenditure turning a turbine. Solar power seems to be a bit more direct, a bit more efficient. Years ago, I was looking at solar power systems for my parent’s house in Maryland and realized they were at the same latitude as Spain, a country famous for lots of sun, yet no one in their community had panels. Solar panels were everywhere when I traveled to Germany, a much more northern (and dreary) country famous for their industrial production. It just seemed silly at the time that we have this huge amount of roofing square footage for warehouses, offices, factories, subdivisions, but no real default of solar electrification. I think this is a huge, missed opportunity for individuals as well as industry.”

LEE BELL What do you hope people take away from seeing your piece in the community?

“Using recycled materials is nice and it is a large part of the show. When artists use recycled materials, and even when they don’t, people can have an ‘aha’ moment about what they are taking for granted on a daily basis.

It draws attention to wildlife and a lot of the recycled materials being used affect their environment. Even if it makes them smile. Are they enjoying the colors and enjoying the moment? We take so much for granted and it is good to take a pause and see some of the things you might be missing.”

ROBERT COON What do you hope people take away from seeing your piece in the community?

“Well, I am very simple minded in that regard. There are times when I can say things about the sculpture like what I said about the two things docking, which is why it is called Docking Completed. I am a visual person and I want people to look at the work. Eugène Delacroix’s last entry in his diary was, ‘Above all, art needs to be a treat to the vision.’ I want people to look at my art and smile. They may not know the story or me or my work, but if it is visually pleasing, I have done my job. The first thing I want for them to experience is to have a treat for the vision.”

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Sunrise/Sunset Matthew Duffy

Fernando Lee Bell

Dragonfly Flora Lee Bell

Docking Complete Robert Coon

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Put Your Fashion Forward in Rosemary Beach Photography Ti Adoro Studios Clothing Courtesy of Rosemary Beach Collection

In addition being the most picturesque town on the Emerald Coast, Rosemary Beach is also a fashionista’s dream vacay destination. From comfy tees and beach shorts to elegantly beachy sundresses and luxury loungewear, the shops in Rosemary have all the style you need this summer and so much more. Be sure to schedule a little time to stroll the town center and peruse the fashions of Rosemary Beach.

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ROSEMARY BEACH CLOTHIERS Bombora Sun & Surf 78 A N Barrett Square bomborasunandsurf.com Disco 46 N Barrett Square, #102 disco30a.com Faherty 16 S Barrett Square fahertybrand.com Gigi’s Fabulous Kids’ Fashions & Toys 62 Main Street gigisfabkids.com Hissyfits Boutique 34 N Barrett Square facebook.com/hissyfitsboutique1 Oko Lifestyle 74 Town Hall Road okolifestyle.com The 30A Store 104 N Barrett Square 30agear.com The Rosemary Beach Collection 16 S Barrett Square, Unit 1C shoprosemarybeach.com Tidwell & Son 16 S Barrett Square facebook.com/tidwellandson Willow 5 Main Street wearwillow.com

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Calendar of Events FAITH Chapel at the Beach Chapelatthebeach.org 9 AM, TOWN HALL Chapel at the Beach is holding worship services in Town Hall at 9:00 AM every Sunday. For more information, please visit their website at www.chapelatthebeach.org

Apostles by the Sea SUNDAYS, 10:30 AM, WATERSOUND ORIGINS TOWN CENTER PAVILION Apostles By-The-Sea Anglican Church is holding Sunday services at 10:30AM at the Watersound Origins Town Center Pavilion. For more information, please visit their website at apostlesbythesea.com.

2022 SUMMER EVENTS MONDAYS Here Comes the Sun— Summer Concert Series May 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 4, 11, 18, 25 and August 1 & 8 6:30 to 8:30 PM St. Augustine Green/ Owners Pavilion Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy an evening of entertaining musical performances. Each week is a different band… be sure to catch one or all!

TUESDAYS Anything Could Happen—Magic Show May 24, 31, June 7, 14, 21, 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26 and August 2 & 9 7 PM to 8:15 PM St. Augustine Green/ Owners Pavilion Pittman Magic Productions has done it again! The masterminds of magic, Julian and Melody Pittman, have designed an all-new, original production show specifically for Rosemary Beach. “ANYTHING

COULD HAPPEN” showcases a variety of thrilling illusions, daring escapes, feats of great strength and agility, and incredible features of fire and water! This International Award-Winning husband-and-wife duo of professional entertainers has created a stage show of stunning acts sure to take your breath away! Don’t blink because with The Pittman’s around “ANYTHING COULD HAPPEN!”

WEDNESDAYS The Adventures of Little Red Riding Hood—Kids Theatre May 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 and August 3 & 10 6:30 PM- 7:15 PM North Barrett Square Another favorite fairy tale brought to life by The REP Theatre!

A group of traveling actors create much onstage merriment by presenting their own version of the classic children’s story, Little Red Riding Hood. Join Little Red as she goes on an epic adventure through the woods to bring her grandmother a basket of goodies.

This fast-paced and funny show is sure to delight the entire family with happily ever after laughter.

Blankets and lawn chairs welcome!

THURSDAYS Rosemary Beach Sculpture Exhibition Tours.

Tour guide Ron Strickland will conduct free, guided tours of the Sculpture Exhibition from May 31 through August 16. This tour will be conducted every Tuesday starting at 8:30 am in front of Amavida Coffee in North Barrett Square.

The tour takes about 90 minutes.

Moonlight & Movies and Face Painting

SPECIAL EVENTS

May 26, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28 and August 4 & 11 Face Painting starts at 4:30 PM, Movie at 8 PM Western Green Bring the family for a wholesome and fun movie night under the stars! Blankets and Lawn Chairs are Welcome! Come early and get your face painted by one of our talented artists! Enjoy popcorn and the best hot dogs on the beach from DogManDu!

Find Waldo Scavenger Hunt

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July 4th Celebration!

July 28 August 4 August 1

Encanto Aladdin Sing 2 Clifford the big red dog Jungle Cruise Sing 2 Encanto Moana Space Jam—A New Legacy The Little Mermaid Luca Paw Patrol The Movie

FRIDAYS Sand Art, Airbrush Art & Tunes May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24, 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and August 5 & 12 9 AM to 12 PM South Barrett Square Join us for some crafty fun on the green! Create your very own sand art creation to commemorate your trip to the beach!

July 1-28 Visit The Hidden Lantern Bookstore or the front desk at the Rosemary Beach Cottage Rental Company to pick up your scavenger map, and then wander around the Town Center to participating merchants to find Waldo at each location. Weekly winners announced every Thursday before the start of movie night!

Start bright and early with our Bike Decorating Contest & Breakfast (7:30 AM) followed by the Bike parade throughout the Town Center (8:30 AM). Finish off the bike parade with a special “sweet treat”. Enjoy the day at the beach and then join us for a musical concert under the stars (6:30 to 8:30 PM). Join us on the beach for a start spangled fireworks display. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome.

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Makenna (9) and her mama went to Auburn University for a gymnastics meet. She was so excited to see Olympic Gold Medalist, Suni Lee compete! It was the best part of the trip!

Oakes is almost crawling!

He’s so cute and excited to have a little independence.

And to also eat grass Edie (4) hit her first home run in tee ball. She was seriously so proud and such a serious little tee ball player.

Emma (9) is getting a new puppy, a French Pointer.

He will be joining an old beagle named Maverick.

Tucker & Noah welcomed a new member to their pack.

His name is Remi and he is an English Springer Spaniel.

He is so so so cute and cuddly. They’re both super excited to have this new sweet puppy in their family.

Kirie (9) absolutely slayed the role of Cruella DeVille in the Jonesborough Repetory Theater’s version of 101 Dalmatians. During half of the shows she got to play the villain and then the other half she was a puppy.

It was so cool to be able to

Huckleberry (6) has become quite the farmer! He’s grown quite a legitimate patch of potatoes! He’s out there working in his little garden every day. So cute!!

play such a bad character.

She’s so excited to bring her acting skills back down to Florida this summer.

She’ll be performing in Emerald Coast Theater Company’s Jungle Book.

Nash (10) scored his first tournament goal playing soccer. He’s been playing soccer for two years and as a goalkeeper he doesn’t have many opportunities to score but he made it!

His soccer team also won the tournament and were named tournament champs.

Pierce and Beck (13) had an amazing FIRST track season with ECMS. They both started pole vaulting in January and both are going to the State Championship near Tampa.

Beck also qualified and will compete at state for the triple jump and Pierce for the 4x400 relay! Way to go!

varsity cheer team!

Congrats Maggie Lee on your accomplishment!

Abby (one of Gigi’s Fab Kids own) is graduating from Blountstown High School in Blountstown, Florida. She will spend the summer in Savannah, Georgia with her older sister and then has plans to become a personal trainer while attending college!

Meryn (11) attends Seaside Neighborhood School and tried out for ECMS’ cheer squad and made it! She’s excited for practices every day during the summer and just loves being a cheerleader.

Emma (9) went to Jackson Hole, Wyoming for Spring Break. She was so excited to see snow for the first time!

It didn’t snow while she was there but luckily they’d gotten a big snowstorm right before they arrived.

Izzy (14) won an art contest at school for the 8th grade.

The contest was called Music In Pictures and they listen to a classical piece of music and create an art piece to match how the music makes them feel. She was awarded a medal and a check! Great job, Izzy.

Maggie Lee (14) tried out and made the FHS

during lunch and luckily they found it on his plate.

Hudson (5) was eating bacon and it just popped right out. It was very, very loose. The tooth fairy came and left her $5. She also left her a note and asked her if she had any other wiggly teeth. Hudson wrote her a note back and said “yes!”

The tooth fairy kept the note.

Nash (10) has lost two teeth in the past month! He is single handedly keeping the tooth fairy in business.

He pulls them himself and then basically spits them out.

Emilia (9) has finally lost another tooth. After being stagnant without visits from the tooth fairy she was so excited to have her return.

Kieran (another one of Gigi’s Fab Kids’ own) is graduating from Science Hill High School in Johnson City, Tennessee. He will attend East Tennessee State University in the fall.

AND NOW ONTO THE LOST TEETH… Camden lost his first tooth while playing tourist around Baytown during Spring Break. It had been loose for a while and he didn’t even notice that it had fallen out. His mom noticed when he smiled

Hayden (6) from Mississippi lost three teeth while on vacation. First she was watching a movie with his mom and she pulled the top teeth. Three days later, he lost a bottom tooth. The tooth fairy found him even though he was on vacation.

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BY BRANDON KOPPY / EDITED BY WILL SHORTZ

Brandon Koppy works for a digital ad agency in Austin, Texas.

His daughters are 2 and 4 years old — which he calls “black-hole ages” that seem to consume all his time. This puzzle started with a general idea and a title (above). Once he decided on the puzzle’s ‘‘meta’’ answer, he was off and running. After you’ve finished solving, look for an appropriate bonus phrase. — W.S.

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120 Late actor Eisenberg 121 In which belts are worn 123 Ideal beta tester 127 Gives a boost, informally 129 Roger ____, first film critic to win a Pulitzer for criticism 131 Boots 132 Algebra I calculation 133 Worries 137 Calendar mo.

138 Captain’s log entry, maybe 142 Quinceañera feature 143 2013 Bong Joon Ho thriller 146 Hear out, say 147 N.Y.C. mayor after de Blasio 148 Alien’s line of communication?

149 Speedy travel option 150 Precept 151 John, abroad 152 Young ’uns 153 Cares for D OWN

1 Pioneer in Dadaism 2 ‘‘That’s amusing’’ 3 Rose of Guns N’ Roses 4 Passport, for one 5 Vegan protein source made from fermented soybeans 6 Big name in ice cream 7 1993 Salt-N-Pepa hit 8 Heart-shaped, as leaves

9 Entree with boiling broth

57 Slugger with 609 homers

103 ‘‘____ live and breathe!’’

10 Dash figure

60 Bit of cosmic justice

106 No longer funny

11 No. 1 N.B.A. draft pick in 1992

61 Unlikely feature for competitive swimmers

109 Jay with jokes

12 Journalist ____ B. Wells 13 Outback, e.g.

14 Stereotypical football coach 15 Org. with grants 16 It’s got hops, for short 17 Superhero comics sound 19 Ties another knot 20 Bay Area airport code 21 Tennis division 23 Victor ____, role in ‘‘Casablanca’’ 28 Professional saver?

29 Fad accessory of the 1980s 31 It comes off the top of one’s head 32 ‘‘Cool beans!’’

33 Verbose

62 Some trattoria offerings 64 All tucked in

110 Does the same as 113 Blood typing, e.g.

66 Eccentric

114 Runnin’ ____ (N.C.A.A. basketball team)

67 Top dog, for short

115 In and of itself

68 Wedding-notice word

117 Shining brightly

70 Basket-weaving materials

118 Former Jordanian queen

71 Home of Gulf State Park

119 Formal accessory

72 Behind-the-counter helper

122 Text file in a software package

73 Licorice-flavored quaff

124 Inundate, as with work

75 ‘‘____ With Marc Maron’’ (popular podcast)

125 Runner Bolt

78 Rage

128 Attract while exploiting someone’s weakness

80 Main connection?

81 Some antique furniture

126 Like some parking

130 Shades

82 Like 100 vis-à-vis 99, say

132 Cuts off the flow of

37 Feeling bad, in a way

84 The Trojan priestess Cassandra, e.g.

133 ‘‘P.D.Q.’’ in the O.R.

38 ‘‘August: ____ County’’ (Tracy Letts play)

86 Two-syllable cheer

134 Way off the mark 135 Flair

34 The eighth of eight

39 Site of Hercules’ first labor

87 Contest

40 Ramps up or down?

88 Softened expletive on ‘‘Battlestar Galactica’’

42 Leave it to beavers

91 Cutesy ending with most

44 ____-Magnon

94 Marijuana compound, for short

47 Author Gaiman

97 Some coding statements

48 Plus

98 United

52 Pablo Neruda wrote one ‘‘to a large tuna in the market’’

99 Having less vermouth, say

54 Has online?

101 Air or Ear ender, in tech

136 Imbibe, old-style 138 Scrooge McDuck, for one 139 Last word of the New Testament 140 ‘‘All ____ . . . ’’ 141 Chapters in history 144 ‘‘Hunh?’’

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