Okaloosa Island: Beach or Sound?

Today was a grey, dreary day so I decided to brighten my spirits by running UP this morning. I took advantage of some of condo steps on the island and ran up them so that I was able to see how lucky I am to have such wonderful views available to me every day.

As I was standing at the top of the Islander this was my view of the beach on one side...

and this was my view of the sound on the other side...

Having such easy access to the sound and the beach truly makes Okaloosa Island unique and special. In case you don't know, there are 7 beach access sites on Santa Rosa Boulevard alone!

Here is a link to Okaloosa County beach accesses if you would like more information.

What is your favorite side of Okaloosa Island...the sound or the beach?

Mardi Gras Parade

Since Mardi Gras was this week I thought I would post a little throwback to our own little Mardi Gras kick-off on the island. We are the first to get the party started in this area!

A local tradition for 12 years, the Mardi Gras parade on Okaloosa Island (sponsored by Abita Brewing Company) is a family friendly event held in January each year. The parade kicks off at 1:00 p.m.

Below are a few photos from a pre-parade celebration at our home on the island.

We love that our parade is a family-friendly event.

 
People line up all along Santa Rosa Boulevard to catch beads and throws tossed by participants on the floats and by costumed walkers.

For more information about the Okaloosa Island Mardi Gras parade contact the Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce.

Kite Flying on Okaloosa Island

We had a nice break from cold weather this weekend, and it was great to get out on the beach and enjoy the sunshine.

This little islander was spotted flying a pirate flag that he received for Christmas.

Did you go out and enjoy the weather over the weekend? If so, what did you do?