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FWC documents panther kittens
FWC documents panther kittens north of Caloosahatchee River The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has verified the presence of at least two panther kittens north of the Caloosahatchee River in southwest Florida. These kittens are presumed to be the offspring of the first wild female panther documented north of the river since 1973. […]
Explore Escribano Point Wildlife Management Area by kayak with the FWC
In celebration of 75 years of Florida’s wildlife management area system, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) invites you to join area staff in exploring Escribano Point WMA by kayak. The event will be the weekend of April 14-15, and will be limited to the first 20 people who register. A free group […]
Sturgeon returning to the Suwannee River
Gulf sturgeon have begun their annual migration back into the Suwannee River, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Researchers from the United States Geological Survey have reported that the fish began returning to the north Florida river in January because of the warm winter. With low water levels this spring, sturgeon […]
Discover the wild side of the woods
If you’ve ever wanted to explore the woods with a guide, your golden opportunity is Saturday, April 22, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the annual “Welcome to the Woods” event at Seminole Forest Wildlife Management Area in Lake County. Space for this free event is limited due to its popularity, so participants must […]
4 Florida counties open April 1 to gag grouper
Maps: To see maps of these areas, go to MyFWC.com/Fishing and select “Saltwater Fishing,” “Recreational Regulations” and “Groupers.” 4 Florida counties open April 1 to gag grouper recreational harvest; FWC gathering input on changes to this season State waters off the coast of Franklin, Wakulla, Jefferson and Taylor counties will open to recreational harvest of […]