Come Celebrate our Awesome Club at the Season's Final Meeting on Tuesday, 2/24/2026
2025 - 2026 Snowbird season
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reflections of our awesome snowbird season
Thoughts of the 2025-2026 Season of Fun
As we near the end, the 2025-26 Destin Snowbird season will be remembered with fond memories of good times and good friends. Under the leadership of President Steve, the Board did an outstanding job of planning and executing a season that will be remembered by all of us . . . the Destin Christmas Parade, the Harbor Boat Parade, our Annual Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony, our first meeting on December 16 with the Emerald Coast Community Band, Big Registration, our first TGIT with Flash Flood Duo, the Past President’s dinner, entertainment by Diki Ross, TGIT with Todd Herendeen, the Harbor Cruise, entertainment by Hashtag Swing, TGIT with Michael Bethea, the Ladies Luncheon, entertainment by the Northwest Florida Voices, the Valentine’s Day Dance, the annual Volunteer Luncheon, TGIT with Bobby D entertaining, the Craft Show, Casino trips, etc. And, it’s not over yet.
Our Annual Meeting is February 24 at the Destin Community Center at 10 am. where we’ll be electing officers for the coming year. Our entertainment will be Tareva and Fly. Of course, we’ll have our raffle and lots of door prizes to give away!
We still have room in our storage until where you can store boxes of goodies, bikes, golf clubs and bags, chairs, etc., or whatever you can’t fit in your car to take home (see Linda Z).
Thanks to all of our volunteers who supported our events and activities this year . . . you are awesome! Remember, if you are interested in helping out next year, talk with Dean Harper or any Board member, and we’ll get you signed up.
It’s been a special season for all of us. As we look back on the good times, our reconnecting with old friends and making new friends, we leave with warm thoughts of our time well spent. Do continue to check out our website (thedestinsnowbirds.com) and our Destin Snowbirds Facebook page. SAFE TRAVELS EVERYONE.
Updated 1/26/2026
Golf - New this year - use team reach App for Golf informat
How to obtain TEAMREACH app:
Click on TEAMREACH here to go to the website for general information.
From your Smart Phone, choose to download the App from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store.
Complete the registration and when signing up use code: Destingolf2
Contact Fred Gallant at 715-347-9200 with questions.
Updated 1/26/2026
Nine wine & whine Golf - use new teamreach App Group
Here is how you can get the TEAMREACH app.
1) Click on TEAMREACH here to go to the website for general information. 2) On your Smart Phone, choose to download from Apple App Store or Google Play Store. 3) Complete the registration and when signing up use code: GOLF3215
Contact Barbara Divito with any additional questions
2025 - 2026 Season
A NOTE FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Dear Destin Snowbirds
WELCOME to all our returning and new members of the Destin Snowbird Club. Our Board of Directors and volunteers have planned an amazing season with activities and events for everyone. This year’s calendar of events and activities, as well as information on how you can register either on line or in person, has been uploaded to our webpage at thedestinsnowbird.com. Be sure to check out the Destin Snowbird Facebook page for up-to-date information on Club activities beginning November 1 through the end of February.
Our season kicks off with our Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at the Destin Community Center on December 15 at 12:45 followed by face-to-face registration from 1 - 3 pm. We hope you’ll bring a friend with you. By the way, the Destin Snowbird Club is open to local residents as well.
Our first meeting of the year is December 16 at 10 am. at the Destin Community Center on Stahlman Avenue in Destin. We have entertainment, local vendors, a raffle and loads of door prizes at each of our meetings. You can register online or take advantage of our face-to-face registration process from 8:30 until 9:45 am. Our website has all the details on registration with dates and times throughout the season.
The Emerald Coast and Destin have much to offer, and we hope you’ll make the Destin Snowbird Club a part of your experience.
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).
Supporters Wanted
Area vendors who would like to support the Destin Snowbirds please click below
STORAGE UNIT INFO:
Destin Snowbird Storage Unit Tickets will start selling on
January 27, 2026 and every Tuesday from 8:30 to 9:45 am
in the Boardroom at the Community Center before
the 10 am Snowbird Meeting.
All items this year are $25.00
Boxes (must be 18/18/16") can be bought at Lowes Aisle 5.
Also, can store golf bags, beach chairs, bikes, and Misc.
Drop off dates will be Saturdays from 9am to 10am
February 21, Also Weds Feb 25th 9 am to 10am! February 28, March 7 and March 14
193 Stahlman Ave, Locker #108
QUESTIONS: CALL OR TEXT LINDA Z. 810-441-7042
Please leave your name and your number
HARBOR PARTY CRUISE - IMPORTANT UPDATE
Monday, January 26, 2026 HAS BEEN CANCELED and rescheduled for February 9, 2026
Monday, February 23, 2026 - Tickets for the second cruise will be sold after the 1st cruise is sold out
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Boarding begins at 2:30 pm
Cost $35 per person
If you are interested, please contact:
Bob Button at 920-203-1559
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.