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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Press Releases

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Published on May 14, 2024 - 19:09 GMT

partnering with American Canoe Association for Kayaking 101 instruction to kick off National Safe Boating Week

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and Florida State Parks are joining the Florida chapter of the American Canoe Association to offer low-cost kayaking instruction at state parks on Saturday, May 18. …

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Published on May 14, 2024 - 14:49 GMT

Keep Florida the Fishing and Boating Capital of the World, become a Florida Friendly Angler today!

Keep Florida the Fishing and Boating Capital of the World by becoming a Florida Friendly Angler today! This free, self-paced, online course is perfect for new and experienced anglers who want to learn about best fishing practices, protecting fish habitat …

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Published on May 3, 2024 - 14:35 GMT

Applications for alligator harvest permits open today, including new Alligator Super Hunt

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) offers two alligator harvest opportunities: the Statewide Alligator Harvest Program and the new Alligator Super Hunt. Applications for both opportunities open today at 10 a.m. ET and may be …

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Published on May 2, 2024 - 21:27 GMT

FWC issues executive order to close recreational harvest of gag grouper in Atlantic state waters starting June 15

At its May meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) issued an executive order to close recreational harvest of gag grouper in state waters of the Atlantic Ocean, including all state waters off Monroe County. The 2024 …

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Published on May 2, 2024 - 19:35 GMT

FWC issues executive order to close recreational harvest of blueline tilefish in Atlantic state waters starting July 19

At its May meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) issued an executive order to close recreational harvest of blueline tilefish in state waters of the Atlantic Ocean, including all state waters off Monroe County. The 2024 …

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Published on May 2, 2024 - 19:35 GMT

Recreational harvest of Gulf red grouper closes July 1

At its May meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) issued an executive order to close recreational harvest of red grouper in state waters of the Gulf of Mexico, excluding state waters off Monroe County. The 2024 recreational …

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Published on May 2, 2024 - 13:37 GMT

FWC recognizes “Super” Sid Pennington as Sonya Rood Volunteer of the Year

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) announced Sid Pennington as the recipient of the 2024 Sonya Rood Volunteer of the Year award at this week’s Commission meeting in Daytona Beach. The award recognizes one volunteer who demonstrates …

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Published on May 2, 2024 - 12:49 GMT

FWC secures conservation benefit with the partial release of easements at Split Oak Forest WEA

At this week’s Commission Meeting in Daytona Beach, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Commissioners voted 6-1 in favor of an agreement with the Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) and Osceola County to release 60 acres of …

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Published on May 1, 2024 - 17:45 GMT

FWC names Parrish Thompson as the Victor Heller Hunter Safety Instructor of the Year

At its May Commission meeting in Daytona Beach, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) named Parrish Thompson of Sumter County as the 2024 Victor Heller Hunter Safety Instructor of the Year. The award recognizes a volunteer who …

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Published on May 1, 2024 - 17:45 GMT

Volusia County receives Youth Hunting Program’s Landowner of the Year award

At its May Commission meeting in Daytona Beach, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) presented Volusia County with the Landowner of the Year award for the Youth Hunting Program of Florida. This program strives to provide quality …

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Published on May 1, 2024 - 15:50 GMT

Assistant Statewide Prosecutor Robert Miller named 2024 FWC Division of Law Enforcement Prosecutor of the Year

At the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) May Commission meeting, Assistant Statewide Prosecutor Robert Miller of the Orlando Office of Statewide Prosecutor received the 2024 FWC Division of Law Enforcement Prosecutor of the Year …

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Published on May 1, 2024 - 14:01 GMT

FWC approves rule amendment for largemouth bass possession

At their May 2024 meeting in Daytona Beach, Commissioners with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved a rule amendment to clarify the possession of largemouth bass over applicable legal bag or length limits when participating …

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Published on April 30, 2024 - 23:30 GMT

Governor DeSantis Announces 103-Day Gulf Red Snapper Recreational Season for 2024

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the record 103-day 2024 Gulf Red Snapper recreational season, the longest season since the state was delegated management of Gulf red snapper. This season will include both a summer and fall season …

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Published on April 26, 2024 - 15:02 GMT

Recreational harvest of Atlantic greater amberjack, red porgy, hogfish, blueline tilefish and several grouper will open May 1

Several reef fish species will open to recreational harvest May 1 in Florida state waters of the Atlantic, as outlined below. Greater amberjack and red porgy will open to recreational harvest in all Florida state waters of the Atlantic. Blueline tilefish …

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Published on April 26, 2024 - 15:02 GMT

FWC announces winners of 2024 Florida State Fish Art Contest

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), in partnership with Wildlife Forever, is eager to announce the winners of the Florida State Fish Art Contest this year. Students in kindergarten through 12th grade submitted their artwork in this …

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Published on April 26, 2024 - 15:02 GMT

ICYMI: Historic Investments in Florida’s Water Quality and Manatee Rescue Projects Leads to Another Successful Release of a ...

CRYSTAL RIVER, Fla.—Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis joined the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and SeaWorld at Three Sisters Springs to assist with the release of a manatee back into the wild. The manatee, named Toast, was rescued at …

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Published on April 24, 2024 - 20:46 GMT

Recreational harvest of snook for Florida’s west coast will close May 1

The recreational harvest of snook in the Panhandle, Big Bend, Tampa Bay, Sarasota Bay, Charlotte Harbor and Southwest management regions will close May 1. The recreational harvest season will reopen Sept. 1, in the Panhandle, Big Bend, Tampa Bay and …

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Published on April 23, 2024 - 15:23 GMT

FWC issues executive order to reopen recreational harvest of greater amberjack in state waters of the Gulf of Mexico from May 1 – ...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) issued an executive order to reopen recreational harvest of greater amberjack in Gulf state waters from May 1 through May 31, consistent with the federal reopening. NOAA Fisheries is reopening …

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Published on April 22, 2024 - 20:33 GMT

FWC, local, state and federal agencies thwart human smugglers offshore Miami-Dade County

On April 19, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and local, state and federal authorities working together to prevent illegal immigration in south Florida and the Florida Keys, prevented a possible human smuggling operation. In …

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Published on April 19, 2024 - 15:10 GMT

Mark your calendars: 10th Annual Lionfish Festival May 17–18 in Destin

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and Destin–Fort Walton Beach invite everyone to celebrate the 10th annual Lionfish Festival May 17–18 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. CT at AJ’s Seafood and Oyster Bar and HarborWalk Village in Destin. This …

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