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Who will be the next Lionfish Challenge winners? Find out Sept. 9
There’s still time to remove lionfish and win prizes by participating in the 2017 Lionfish Challenge. The statewide lionfish removal incentive program will come to a close Sept. 4. The winners, also known as the Lionfish King/Queen (recreational category) and the Commercial Champion, will be crowned at the Lionfish Safari in St. Petersburg at 4 […]
Avoid conflicts with bears (video)
Bear videos available at: https://vimeo.com/album/3605088 Photos available on the FWC’s Flickr site: https://www.flickr.com/gp/myfwcmedia/0FpB7w FWC releases new videos to help Florida residents avoid conflicts with bears As part of ongoing efforts to reduce conflicts with bears, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is releasing two new videos in the “Living with Florida Black Bears” […]
Oyster conservation changes remain in effect
Apalachicola Bay commercial oyster conservation changes remain in effect for upcoming season Several oyster conservation measures implemented previously will continue this winter season, Sept. 1 through May 31, 2018. These changes are effective in all of Apalachicola Bay, including all waters of Indian Lagoon in Gulf County. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) […]
Snook season starts Sept. 1
The recreational harvest season for snook starts Sept. 1 statewide. Unique to the region, snook are one of the many reasons Florida is the Fishing Capital of the World. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) encourages anglers to use moderation when determining whether or not to take a snook home. When releasing a […]
Hunter safety courses offered in 5 counties
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is offering free hunter safety courses in five counties (list follows). All firearms, ammunition and materials are provided free of charge. Students should bring a pen or pencil and paper. An adult must accompany children younger than 16 at all times. Anyone born on or after June […]