Are you a Local By Association?

What does it mean to be a local by association? It is the ownership of taking care of a place no matter the length of time in the destination while also feeling welcomed, just like you are a local yourself. Visitors shouldn’t be too prideful to help take care of a place they’re visiting. Our locals have never been too pretentious to share a secret spot, a better way to throw a cast net, their favorite dish at a restaurant, and the wonderful thing is, they love to share. Sharing is a way for locals to connect to the sacred place they adore daily and to visitors who find themselves on our shores. As a Local By Association, you can also adore this destination like your own home by connecting with our community and nature. By taking care of the vacation homes you are staying in, removing trash from beaches and public spaces, being gracious to your neighbors, leaving no trace on our beaches, following maritime laws, and more, Gulf County can be protected and loved for generations to come. 

Need some help on how to become a true LBA? We’ve highlighted just a few quick tips to get you started. Feel as if you are already a Local By Association? Click the circle below & take the promise to receive your sticker! Post your sticker on Instagram and tag @GulfCountyFL and hashtag #GCFLLocalbyAssociation to receive a t-shirt to show off the passion for our community.