Snowbird Debate Rages in Destin Letters to Editor
A flood of letters to The Destin LOG denounce Horace S. McClemore’s March 14 column on Snowbirds. Writers defend winter visitors, cite economic impact, and request an apology, stressing warm reception, local business support, and anxieties about losing snowbird crowds.
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Let It Lie Snowbird Letter From Destin Couple
A personal letter from Horace S. McClemore’s correspondent expressed pride in Snowbirds, Destin residents, and Northerners, defending friendly relations and neutrality after heated remarks. The couple describe library volunteering, church roles, and club membership while urging reconciliation and ongoing hospitality.
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Editorial rebuke over Observer column publication
A reader scolds the editor for publishing an Observer column in the March 14 issue. The writer alleges the author lacks Snowbird knowledge and relies on unfounded assumptions, criticizing the editorial screening process.
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Community letters defend snowbird visitors amid columnist barbs
Ontario and U S snowbird guests protest an Observer column by Horace S McClemore accusing them of slander and misrepresentation. Signed by numerous Ontario and U S residents, the readers defend their three month stays, American spending, and contributions to Destin’s economy while criticizing the columnist and noting travel and safety facts.
Relaxed Pace Provides Simple Camping Truths in Destin
The writer reflects on returning to Destin, noting beach sand, campers, and the last Gulf shoreline sweep before warm tides. They recount scenic routes to Miami, the appeal of camping, sharing coffee with fellow campers, and embracing a slower pace that eschews clocks and frills to reconnect with basic living.
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Sunset and memories at Blue Cypress Lake campground
A reflective reminiscence about a last camping trip near Blue Cypress Lake. The narrator recalls nature’s beauty, a full moon over Cypress water, owls at a boat ramp, and red sunrise. Campers share hush puppies and bass as they savor people, nature, and time before Destin.
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