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SUMMARY:Special Exhibit on Operation Torch: the Campaign in North Africa
DESCRIPTION:Visitors to Carrabelle can check out some fascinating history this October at the Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum with a special exhibit on Operation Torch\, the Allied campaign in North Africa that served as a critical testing ground for amphibious landings and armored warfare tactics that would later be employed during the Normandy Invasion. The exhibit will be on display Tuesday\, October 6 through Saturday\, October 31\, with the museum open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm. Admission is free\, with donations gladly accepted. \n  \nThe exhibit features historic photographs\, maps\, and authentic artifacts from the North African campaign\, including weapons\, currency\, and helmets. A special highlight is a Top Secret copy of the operational plans for Operation Husky\, the Allied invasion of Sicily\, prepared in Tunisia during the final days of Operation Torch. Visitors can also discover Camp Gordon Johnston’s own connection to Operation Torch\, when the camp’s 61st Medical Battalion deployed with the First Engineer Special Brigade. \n  \nLocated at 1873 Hwy 98 West\, directly across from Carrabelle Beach\, where beach assault training took place in 1942–1943\, the Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum offers visitors a chance to see history up close while exploring one of Carrabelle’s unique local attractions. \n  \nComing to Carrabelle This December: Visitors will have another opportunity to explore history when the Freedom Truck mobile museum rolls into Camp Gordon Johnston December 3–6. This national mobile museum offers an interactive experience designed for all ages\, making it another unique attraction for visitors planning a trip to Carrabelle this winter. Save the date! \n  \nFor more information\, contact Camp Gordon Johnston Museum at CampGordonJohnston.com\,  (850) 697-8575 or museum@campgordonjohnston.com. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.
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LOCATION:Camp Gordon Johnston Museum\, 1873 Hwy 98 West\, Carrabelle\, Fl\, 32322
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SUMMARY:CAPE ST. GEORGE LIGHT TO HOST OCTOBER SUNSET AND FULL MOON CLIMB
DESCRIPTION:The St. George Lighthouse Association invites the public to experience the magic of the full moon with a Sunset and Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Light on Monday\, October 26\, 2026\, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. \nEvent Highlights  \n\nSunset at 6:58 p.m.\nMoonrise at 7:10 p.m.\n\n  \nClimb Details \n\nTime: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.\nTickets: Tickets can be purchased beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Lighthouse Gift Shop\,\n\nNo advance reservations will be accepted. \n\nCost: General Public – $10.00 per climber; SGLA Member – $7.00 per climber\nPayment: Cash and credit cards are accepted.\nFormat: Fifteen-minute lighthouse climbs are offered on a first-come\, first-served basis.\nCapacity: Each time slot is limited to 12 climbers to ensure safety and comfort.\n\n  \nVisitor Requirements \n\nAll climbers must be at least 40 inches tall.\nFor safety reasons\, only children aged 13 and older may access the exterior catwalk.\n\n  \nLocation – The Cape St. George Light is in Lighthouse Park at the center of St. George Island – End of Island Drive (off the bridge) at Gulf Beach Drive. \n  \nHow to Participate \n\nArrive at Lighthouse Park and park in lots on either side of the park.\nVisit the Gift Shop (opening at 6:30 p.m.) to purchase your climb ticket.\nProceed next door to the lighthouse tower and sign up with the lighthouse keeper for your\n\npreferred 15-minute climb time. \n\nPrepare for an unforgettable experience of sweeping panoramic views of Gulf waters and island shores.\n\n  \nWeather Permitting – The Sunset and Full Moon Climb is weather permitting. In the event of inclement conditions\, updates will be posted on the St. George Lighthouse\, Museum & Gift Shop Facebook page.\n\nAbout the Hunter’s Moon\nThe October full moon will be the “Hunter’s Moon”.  The  Hunter’s Moon is the first Full Moon after the Autumn Equinox. unt HhhH Traditionally\, it follows the Harvest Moon and marked the time when tribes hunted and stored food to prepare for winter using the moon’s bright light to track game. Other names for the October Moon Falling Leaves Moon (Ojibwe)\, Drying Rice Moon (Creek)\, Migrating Moon (Creek) and Seed Fall Moon (Celts).
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