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Spiny lobster fishery changes
FWC approves spiny lobster commercial bully net fishery changes At its February meeting in Crystal River, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved several changes to the spiny lobster bully net fishery, including directing staff to launch a “Respectful Bully Netting” outreach campaign. The FWC has received input from stakeholders about the increasing […]
FWC discusses snapper, grouper and more
FWC discusses goliath grouper; Gulf red snapper, gray triggerfish and gag grouper Media contact: Amanda Nalley, 850-410-4943 or Amanda.Nalley@MyFWC.com At its February meeting in Crystal River, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) discussed future management possibilities for goliath grouper, Gulf of Mexico red snapper, Gulf of Mexico gray triggerfish, and Gulf of Mexico […]
Bay scallop season changes for 2017
FWC approves bay scallop season changes for 2017 in St. Joe Bay; discusses other regional changes At its February meeting in Crystal River, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) discussed the current status of bay scallops in St. Joseph Bay in Gulf County; approved regional changes to the bay scallop season dates in […]
FWC celebrates 75 years!
FWC celebrates 75 years of wildlife management area conservation success In 2017, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is commemorating the 75th anniversary of the wildlife management area system, one of the state’s greatest natural treasures. The FWC oversees this statewide network of remote and scenic lands, managing them for conservation and […]
Make a kid’s first hunting trip great!
By Tony Young As sure as I eat black-eyed peas and collard greens with hog jowls every New Year’s Day, we Americans love our traditions. Whether it’s our taste in music, what we wear, what and how we celebrate, or what we like to eat, our culture is centered on tradition. For hunters, our passion […]