Photos available Join the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) for Florida WildQuest 2024. Florida residents and visitors will use the free and easy-to-use GooseChase app to join a wild adventure to complete scavenger hunt missions and …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) invites you to attend the Telogia Creek Wildlife Management Area 10-year Land Management Plan public hearing in Liberty County on Tuesday, March 5. The public hearing will be held at 7 p.m. ET at …
The recreational harvest of snook in the Panhandle, Big Bend, Tampa Bay, Sarasota Bay, Charlotte Harbor and Southwest management regions will open March 1, and remain open through April 30. This includes all Florida state and inland waters as well as …
At its February meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved rule changes to establish a special-use alligator harvest opportunity, which will take effect for the 2024 alligator harvest season. The new opportunity will …
At its February meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved rule changes related to the 2024-25 hunting seasons, including many dealing with FWC-managed areas. Rule change proposals are based on requests from staff, …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved new regulations to support trophy bass conservation during its February meeting. The approved rules include largemouth bass fishing regulations changes for specific waterbodies, including …
At their February meeting, Commissioners with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved final changes to rules pertaining to the rehabilitation of native wildlife. The amendments will increase public safety, improve animal …
At its February meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved a change to the bay scallop season for the Pasco Zone management region. This regulation change, which goes into effect this year, sets a 40-day season for the …
On Feb.16, The National Wild Turkey Federation presented Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Investigator Gregory Todd Hoyle with the National Wildlife Officer of the Year Award at the 48th annual NWTF Convention and Sport Show in …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), in coordination with the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), plan to conduct a prescribed burn in Moonshine Bay on the west side of Lake Okeechobee this week, weather permitting. All …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), in coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, plan to conduct a prescribed burn between Howell’s Landing to one mile north of Arnold’s Landing at Lake Seminole this week, weather …
Starting Feb. 25, the snowy grouper recreational season will close in Atlantic state waters, including all state waters of Monroe County. The modified recreational season is May 1 through June 30, with a new reduced possession limit of one fish per vessel …
Since 2019, Florida has invested more than $50 million dedicated to manatee protection and care ORANGE CITY, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted funding to protect Florida’s manatees and improve water quality while visiting Blue Spring State …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Statewide Nuisance Alligator Program is accepting applications for a contracted nuisance alligator trapper in West Orange County. Applicants must pass a criminal history check, have no fish or …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will meet in person Feb. 21-22 at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center, Meeting Room A, 505 W. Pensacola St., Tallahassee, Florida, 32301. The meeting begins at 8:30 a.m. ET each day and is open to …
The Fish and Wildlife Research Institute proudly welcomes the public to MarineQuest, an annual open house celebrating Florida's diverse wildlife, ecosystems and cutting-edge research. Now in its 29th year, MarineQuest offers a unique opportunity for …
The recreational harvest of snook in the Northeast, Indian River Lagoon and Southeast management regions will open Feb. 1, and remain open through May 31. This includes all Florida state and inland waters as well as adjacent federal waters within each …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted the record-breaking success of his three-month Great Outdoors Initiative, providing 50% discounts on Gold Sportsman hunting and fishing licenses and Annual State Park Passes. First announced on …
Severe thunderstorms with the potential to produce high winds and hail are expected across parts of northwest Florida on Friday, Jan. 12. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has gathered the following informational resources to …
Severe thunderstorms are expected throughout north and central Florida on Tuesday, Jan. 9. With 25-35 mph winds and frequent gusts of 45- 55 mph, preparation is critical to staying safe and minimizing severe weather impacts. The Florida Fish and Wildlife …
