Sunset–10 p.m., March 19 and April 16
Volunteers from the Escambia Amateur Astronomers’ Association will set up a variety of telescopes for viewing stars, planets and constellations. This is a free event, but there is an $8 entry fee to Fort Pickens. For info., call (850) 934-2600 or go online to www.nps.gov/guis. [...]

Living on the gulf coast, we always choose campsites with swimming access and other activities. However, during the times of hanging out and enjoying our campsite, I would like to have a variety of activities for the kids to do.

Looking for a place to pitch your tent on the Florida Gulf Coast. Check out these spots on the emerald waters of NW Florida.

If your kids are like ours, they are active and need food. . . often. When hiking or busy with camping activities, you will have happier kids with more focused energy if you make sure they have plenty of great healthy snacks.

If you are looking for a fun and historic spot to visit try Fort Pickens on Santa Rosa Island. Fort Pickens is located on the far west side of Pensacola Beach.

. . .we headed out to Gulf State Park Campground with our cars loaded with camping gear, bikes, and kayak.

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