2025 - 2026 Snowbird season
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2025 - 2026 Season
A NOTE FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Dear Destin Snowbirds
Our time on the Emerald Coast has come to a close for another year; however, our memories of the 2024-25 season will linger until we meet again in December. Remember, while you’re away, you can keep in touch by Googling the Destin Snowbirds Facebook page and our website, thedestinsnowbirds.com.
Over the past three months, we have had weekly meetings with entertainment, door prizes, and 50/50 raffles, a craft show, casino trips, a Valentine’s Day Dance, the Women's Luncheon, harbor cruises, T.G.I.T. dance parties, golf outings, golf tournaments, a volunteer appreciation party, vendor information and food samples, special weekly activities, and most importantly, very happy snowbirds.
Hats off to our Board of Directors who stepped up to make our time in Destin so special. We say thank you to our president, Jerry Reckman and his wife, Flo, for shepherding our organization this year, and a special welcome aboard to incoming president, Steve Ericson and his wife, Miki. Without a doubt, Steve’s leadership skills will be invaluable as he guides the Board in planning for next year.
Destin will miss the energy and excitement of the snowbirds, (and our economic impact on the region) as we begin our annual migration back north. Safe travels to each and everyone and remember, “Who has more fun than Snowbirds?” —-- NOBODY !
See y’all next season!
Regards, your Board of Directors
WHAT'S NEW . . .
Board of Directors for 2025/2026
Steve Ericson (President)
Rick Mettle (1st Vice-President)
Bob Button (2nd Vice-President)
Cindy Varnell (Secretary)
Pete Sikkenga (Treasurer)
Ruth Beckett (Prize Committee Director)
Linda Zukonik (Registration Director)
Jack Krasky (Webmaster),
Ted Spring (Publicity Director)
Dean Harper (Member-at Large),
Brenda Murphy (Member-at-Large)
Jerry Reckman (Immediate Past President).
HARBOR PARTY CRUISE
Check back in December 2025-2026 Information
Contact: Rick Mettle, 740-901-1928, rlmettle@aol.com
Supporters Wanted
Area vendors who would like to support the Destin Snowbirds please click below
STORAGE UNIT TICKET SALES INFO:
(You must be a Destin Snowbird Member to use our storage unit and provide your badge number)
DESTIN SNOWBIRD STORAGE LOCKER #108
193 STAHLMAN AVE. DESTIN, FLORIDA
All boxes, golf bags, beach chairs, misc. are $20.00 each
(Cash or check to Destin Snowbird Inc.)
Box size must be 18/18/16 inches
and can be purchased at Lowes(Aisle 5) for $2.25
DROPOFF DATES ARE ON
SATURDAYS FROM 9:00 TO 10:00 AM
FEB. 15TH, FEB. 22ND, MAR. 1ST, MAR. 8TH AND MAR. 15TH.
QUESTIONS: CALL OR TEXT LINDA Z. 810-441-7042
Please leave a message and your number
NEWS & UPDATES
Destin Chamber of Commerce
Visit the Destin Chamber of Commerce site for all the information covering the Destin area
FAQ
Additional Information
Q. So . . . what do Destin Snowbirds actually do?
A. In addition to the weekly meetings and entertainment, snowbirds can enjoy many planned activities and events during their stay in Destin. These activities and events can be found by clicking on the Club Activities page.
Q. Sounds like fun! How do I join the Destin Snowbirds?
A. You sign up at a Registration event. See the Registration page for information.
Q. How much does it cost?
A. See the Registration page for fees. Some activities are free and others are reasonably priced to cover cost.
Q. I would like to get more involved with the Destin Snowbirds, how do I do that?
A. We welcome your interest! Fill in your personal information on the back of the Registration Card when you register. You may also contact a chairperson of an event or activity or a member of the Board of Directors.
Parking is free for snowbirds at the Tuesday meetings.
EXPLORE ACTIVITIES...
Fun with Golf
Explore Destin Snowbird Golf Play days and tournaments. Destin area golf courses offer special rates for snowbirds.
Fun with the Club
Looking for some fun for the day?
You can find tours, sports, classes, and activities for everyone. Whether it's bowling or billiards, pickle ball or basketball, crafts or cruises or something else, you'll find many activities to enjoy with other snowbirds.
Fun around the Area
Fun around the Area
Keep up to date with events going on in the area! There are many fun and interesting things to do in and around the Destin area.