Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the popular 2021 Gulf red snapper recreational season is set to open June 4 and run through July 28, with a possible fall reopening if quota is available. “This will be the longest summer season …
A group of hikers travel down a low boardwalk through a stand of cypress trees. The trees are thick at first then open up as the boardwalk ends in a long viewing platform. Dragonflies dip in and out of swaying grasses in the serene waters of a wet prairie …
Springtime means tight lines for many anglers. With winter in the rearview, more and more people are chasing saltwater excursions that involve fishing. From surf fishing to offshore expeditions, there are opportunities for everyone to catch a Florida …
Marco Island, FL – Today, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) decommissioned one of its offshore patrol vessels, the C.T. Randall. The FWC’s Division of Law Enforcement — through its Offshore Patrol Vessel Program — enforces state …
Lake George and Silver Glen Springs in Marion County are getting an aquatic habitat boost during the week of Earth Day. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), the U.S. Forest Service and Duke Energy are leading a freshwater habitat …
Making concessions for wildlife is not always easy but it is extremely important for the long-term survival of rooftop nesting birds, such as least terns and black skimmers. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) thanks building owners …
Looking for an eco-minded fishing guide as you schedule your spring and summer fishing trips? Check out the Florida Friendly Fishing Guide certification program. This program recognizes saltwater and freshwater fishing guides who are committed to …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will meet virtually May 12 and 13 beginning at 9 a.m. ET each day. The meeting will be held virtually using communications media technology due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) social distancing …
Photos available: https://www.flickr.com/photos/myfwcmedia/albums/72157648376489508 New Living with Crocodiles video: https://vimeo.com/534020688 Seeing an American crocodile from a distance is a special experience for those visiting or living in south …
Photos available: https://flic.kr/s/aHsjxNr5SK As spring temperatures warm, bears are becoming more active, increasing opportunities for conflicts with people. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds Florida residents and …
Photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/myfwcmedia/albums/72157629330347632 The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) invites you to celebrate Gopher Tortoise Day on April 10. This year, you can celebrate gopher tortoises by making your …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Statewide Nuisance Alligator Program is accepting applications for a contracted nuisance alligator trapper in Sarasota County. Applicants must pass a criminal history check, have no fish or …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will present a 10-year management plan for the Lafayette Forest Wildlife and Environmental Area at a virtual public meeting on April 15, at 7 p.m. The Lafayette Forest WEA encompasses …
Ocala Outdoor Adventure Camp Kristi Johnson treasures the memories of her first summers as a preteen attending the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Ocala Outdoor Adventure Camp. The pleasure of paddling a canoe. The connection to …
The University of Florida, with assistance from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), have extended the deadline to take the Freshwater Stocking Angler Survey to April 30. The FWC and UF encourage the participation and involvement …
Photos and video available at: https://www.flickr.com/photos/myfwcmedia/sets/72157628704598841/with/6899578280/ The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding anyone on the water to slow down and look out for manatees while …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, TrophyCatch and Friends of Lake Apopka congratulate Christian Greico from Tampa on catching the $5,000 prize trophy bass during the Lake Apopka Fish Tag Challenge, which began in January and ends May …
Photos available on the FWC’s Flickr site: https://www.flickr.com/photos/myfwcmedia/albums/72157651156194731 B-roll available on the FWC’s Vimeo site: https://vimeo.com/257783160 The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will be holding three virtual workshops to gather public input about the short-term management of snook, redfish and spotted seatrout in southwest Florida. Beginning in August 2018, the FWC made a …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will conduct aquatic plant control on Lake Sampson and Alligator Lake the week of March 29, weather permitting. The FWC will treat invasive hydrilla in the Bradford and Columbia county lakes in …
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