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Several reef fish species will open to recreational harvest on May 1 in Florida state waters of the Atlantic. Greater amberjack and red porgy will open to recreational harvest in all Florida state waters of the Atlantic. Blueline tilefish and several species of grouper, including…
Read More Several Reef Fish Species Recreational Harvest To Open May 1 In Florida Atlantic Waters
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 free contest for a chance to…
Read More FWC Announces Winners Of 2024 Florida State Fish Art Contest
POLK COUNTY, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Polk County (DOH-Polk) has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae in multiple areas of Polk County. This is in response to water samples taken on April 2, 2024, April 10,…
Read More Multiple Blue-Green Algae Alerts Issued For Polk County
Florida’s recreational and commercial stone crab seasons in state and federal waters will close on May 2, with the last day of harvest being May 1. This annual season closure is intended to increase the stone crab population and build resiliency in the fishery. Commercially…
Read More Florida Stone Crab Season Closes May 2
The recreational harvest of snook in the Panhandle, Big Bend, Tampa Bay, Sarasota Bay, Charlotte Harbor, and Southwest management regions will close on May 1. The recreational harvest season will reopen on Sept. 1 in the Panhandle, Big Bend, Tampa Bay, and Sarasota Bay regions.…
Read More Recreational Harvest Of Snook For Florida’s West Coast To Close 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 Gulf federal waters because landings indicate…
Read More FWC Issues Executive Order To Reopen Florida Recreational Harvest Of Greater Amberjack
The Florida coast is a hotspot for an incredible natural phenomenon – the annual migration of great white sharks. These majestic creatures, known for their power and grace, are making their way back up north after spending the winter months in the warm waters of…
Read More Two Great White Sharks Ping Off Florida Coast As Northern Migration Underway: OCEARCH
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 two-day outdoor festival is free,…
Read More 10th Annual Lionfish Festival May 17–18: Florida Fish And Wildlife Conservation Commission
If you are going to be buying ammunition for your firearm, then you need to know how to do this correctly. There are too many people out there who buy whatever ammunition they think they need rather than taking their time and actually looking into…
Read More Understanding Buying Ammunition For Your Firearm
Florida, known for its warm climate and abundant water bodies, is also home to a significant mosquito population. Mosquitos can be a nuisance and a health concern, as they are known to transmit various diseases. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore effective methods for…
Read More Beating Mosquitos In Florida: A Comprehensive Guide To Mosquito Control