Wildlife Refuge grand opening December 7
Wildlife Refuge grand opening December 7
Carol “Stormy” Andersen gave members of the Greater Navarre Area Chamber an October 2 sneak peek of the future gopher tortoise habitat, which was sponsored by Herbst Homes. The habitat was constructed by David Hoar and his daughters, Morgan and Kenzie, along with Bill Andersen. South Santa Rosa News file photo. A huge day … read more
Wildlife Refuge awarded $250K for marine mammal strandings
Wildlife Refuge awarded $250K for marine mammal strandings
A rare, deep-water beaked whale died July 8 at Opal Beach The Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge has received a $250,967 grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to increase its capacity to respond to marine mammal strandings in Northwest Florida. “The grant will increase the capabilities in this critical mission area by orders … read more
Antique car donated to Wildlife Refuge
Antique car donated to Wildlife Refuge
Eric Fortenberry recently donated a 1950 Dodge Coronet to the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge. The car had been in his family for more than 40 years. “It has been in storage for a number of years, and he wants to see it up and running and with an owner who will appreciate it,” said Refuge … read more
Commissioners consider $194K allocation for wildlife refuge
Commissioners consider $194K allocation for wildlife refuge
South Santa Rosa News file photo The Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners on Thursday will decide whether or not to allocate $194,000 toward the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge’s new headquarters, which is currently under construction in Holley. The county’s tourist development council January 3 had recommended an allotment of only $117,000 — to … read more
Keller Williams’ Navarre Dream Team constructs first habitat at future Wildlife Refuge site
Keller Williams’ Navarre Dream Team constructs first habitat at future Wildlife Refuge site
Dozens of Keller Williams’ Realty Navarre Dream Team members spent Thursday volunteering at the future site of Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge in Holley, constructing the first habitat and clearing brush. The Wildlife Refuge is relocating from its current home in the former fire station on Okaloosa Island to a 2.3-acre parcel in Holley which was … read more
Holley couple officially donates land for Wildlife Refuge
Holley couple officially donates land for Wildlife Refuge
Bill and Carol “Stormy” Andersen of Holley have been passionate advocates for Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge for years, and on April 20 they officially turned over to the nonprofit a 2.3-acre parcel of land appraised at $210,000 which will serve as the future home of the refuge. “Stormy & I are challenging others to match … read more
County to consider $6,000 donation toward Wildlife Refuge construction
County to consider $6,000 donation toward Wildlife Refuge construction
Next week Santa Rosa County Commissioners will decide whether or not to fund a $6,000 contribution toward the future construction of the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge, which will be located in Holley. The county’s tourist development council on April 5 recommended the donation, which would utilize TDC reserve funds to build four animal habitats. Santa … read more
Wildlife Refuge Joins the Global #GivingTuesday Movement
Wildlife Refuge Joins the Global #GivingTuesday Movement
Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge (ECWR) has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving taking place November 28 that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. The ECWR pledges to raise funds for three major needs: (1) A new Flight Cage for native birds to relearn … read more
Lunch for a Cause to benefit Wildlife Refuge
Lunch for a Cause to benefit Wildlife Refuge
The Greater Navarre Area Chamber of Commerce and Samurai Japanese Steak House and Sushi are joining forces again to host Lunch for a Cause from 11:45 a.m. until 1:15 p.m. on December 5. Attendees choose from steak, chicken or shrimp hibachi and enjoy an assortment of appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages. Tickets for the event are … read more
New Wildlife Refuge underway in Holley
New Wildlife Refuge underway in Holley
A mid-2018 project completion date has been set for the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge’s new facility in Holley, and the first phase of development includes an Education and Visitors Center and Wildlife Rehabilitation and Treatment Center. Santa Rosa County Commissioners in April 2017 unanimously approved rezoning to park land 2.2 acres of property on Highway … read more