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Big Bend Florida blue crab trap closure starts July 20
Recreational and commercial blue crab traps in state waters from the Pasco-Hernando county line to the Wakulla-Franklin county line, including all waters of the Ochlockonee River and Bay, must be removed from the water before July 20, the first day of a 10-day trap closure. This closure will give groups authorized by the Florida Fish […]
FWC Enlists Gulf Reef Fish Anglers to Provide Data
As part of its goal of working with anglers to improve data collection and management of fisheries in the Gulf of Mexico, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is asking for anglers’ assistance through participation in the Gulf Reef Fish Survey. This new data collection program will improve how recreational catch is monitored […]
Hunter safety Internet-completion courses offered in August
Hunter safety Internet-completion courses offered in August The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is offering free hunter safety Internet-completion courses in six counties in August. (List follows.) Students who have taken the online course and wish to complete the classroom portion must bring the online-completion report with them. All firearms, ammunition and materials […]
Rare white-faced deer rejected by mom
June 03, 2015 by Pete Thomas – Courtesy of GrindTV The peculiar-looking fawn has the cutest coloration: a white face, pink nose, and a beautiful coat that’s a mixture of brown and pure white. But the white-faced baby deer has somewhat of a sad story: Because of his piebald face, he was rejected by his […]
License-Free Fishing Weekends!
CONTACT: GOVERNOR’S PRESS OFFICE (850) 717-9282 media@eog.myflorida.com Governor Rick Scott Announces Two License-Free Fishing Weekends in June TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Rick Scott announced four license-free fishing days in June for Florida residents and visitors. The license-free fishing weekends are: Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7, saltwater recreational fishing license requirement will be waived. Saturday […]