Why choose Destin-Fort Walton Beach? Ask real local moms.

Our Little Adventure Scouts, locals who know Destin-Fort Walton Beach, share tips for kid-friendly adventures, dining and unforgettable experiences.

Who are our Scouts?

Yes, they`re real people!

Online Scouts

Online Scouts are real Destin-Fort Walton Beach moms who can give you tips about where to stay, eat and explore (that only a local would know).

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Beach Scouts

Beach Scouts work on our shorelines and run free Little Adventures Classes. They are specially trained to introduce kids of all ages to water-based adventures.

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Tips from our scouts

Online Beach

Best place to get coffee: Oasis on the Boardwalk has edible cookie dough for the kids and I can grab a cup of coffee

Chelsea

Online Scout

Mom of 2 boys: 4 and 2

Best eats on the water: All the places you can boat up to: Wharf 850, Lulu's and the Eatery.

Deanna

Online Scout

Mom of 2 girls: 22 and 20

Best restaurant by the pier: Al's Beach Club is a great spot by the pier. It's right on the beach at the boardwalk.

Beth

Online Scout

Mom of 4 kids: 17, 15, 11, 3

Best place to surf: The Back Porch. The waves are always so good.

Paige

Beach Scout

Favorite adventure: Surfing

Best beginner adventure: Paddleboarding on the Bay is perfect for beginners since the water is so calm.

Cade

Beach Scout

Favorite adventure: Pinfish

Best raining day activity: We love the Emerald Coast Science Center

Cheylin

Beach Scout

Favorite adventure: Kayaking

Meet Our Scouts

Yes, they’re real people!

Jamie

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Jamie and her family have lived in Niceville Fl since 2015. She is a mom of 2 daughters. She enjoys adventures both on the water and off that the Destin-Fort Walton Beach offers.

Katie

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Katie has lived in the Destin-Fort Walton Beach area for most of her life and has 3 kids, ages 14, 12, and 7. She loves exploring the outdoors with her family and her real estate knowledge helps her give tips about accommodations and more!

Laura

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Laura loves Destin-Fort Walton Beach and has live here for several years. Laura has 3 children (15, 17 and 19), and loves paddleboarding, boating and visiting Rocky Bayou State Park. Being out on the water, looking for dolphins and enjoying the area is among her favorite things.

Hayley

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Hayley has lived here her whole life and now enjoys raising her family here! She is married and has 2 daughters ages 7 and 4 that she homeschools, as well as a 1 year old son. They love to explore, love the water, and are beach bums during the summer!

Deanna

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Deanna has two daughters (ages 23 and 24) and she loves boating and swimming. After living all over the country as a military spouse, Deanna is proud to call this area her forever home!

Nick

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Nick is from Navarre and is hoping to pursue his love of being on the water in his future career. Nick is an avid fisherman and loves helping families find the best fishing spots.

Chelsea

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Chelsea was born and raised in a military family in Fort Walton Beach and has 2 sons, ages 2 and 4. She lived abroad, which made her appreciate the water even more. She loves answering questions about getting young kids out on the water.

Dena

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Dena is a local mom of three (youngest son is 11) who truly embraces coastal living. She enjoys paddleboarding, boating, and playing games on the beach with her family. She loves sharing helpful tips and recommendations about the place she calls home.

Cade

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Cade loves all water adventures and is studying marine sciences at Pensacola State College. He enjoys seeing kids catch their first fish because it reminds him of the memory of his first catch.

Amber

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Amber was born and raised in Fort Walton Beach. A homeschooling mama to three girls, 4, 6 and 10, Amber is semi-bilingual and has helpful tips for families with kids with sensory issues.

Paige

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Paige is a Freshman at Troy University and loves working with kids. She has a new found love of surfing thanks to being involved in the Little Adventure’s Surf’s Up Class.

Hope

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Hope is studying Marine Biology at the University of West Florida and loves all things water-related. She’s even starting a women’s surf group to provide a more comfortable community on the water.

Cheylin

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Cheylin attends the University of West Florida for marine biology and environmental sustainability. She believes everything is cooler under water and loves teaching people about the environment.