May 2017   |   XX  

May 2017   |   XX  

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ruth be told, not all of us are ready to hit the trails with 

nothing more than a pack of jerky and an old-school 

compass or get jiggy with it when we’re downwind of a 

pungent bucket full of chum and looking at the business end of 

a fileting knife. Some of us are a little more on the citified end of 

the spectrum and need to take it slow in getting better acquainted 

with our inner outdoors-people. Or—where some of us are 

concerned—introducing ourselves for the very first time. Ever.

So where to start? Even if your idea of roughing it means you 

still have a power source for your straight iron and can access 

your Wi-Fi, there are still ways to enjoy the great outdoors…ish. 

The diverse landscape of Emerald Coast is rife with very kind 

of adventure, from watersports like kite surfing and snorkeling 

to treks through the trails and zip lining above the treetops. And 

who says you have to stick to just one? Try them all and expand 

your horizon—who knows, maybe you’ll find out you’re far 

more daring than you thought. 

If you love all things aquatic, charter a fishing trip to reel in 

some fresh catch for dinner, take a harbor cruise, or rent jet skis. 

Whether you get an adrenaline rush from speed or like to coast 

on the waves, you’ll find the perfect way to enjoy the beauty of 

the beaches and the emerald green waters that have made the 

area a dream destination.

photo provided by Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

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