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FWC Making A Difference In Florida Shoal Bass Conservation
Source: FWC
Freshwater fisheries researchers and managers with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) successfully released m [...]
Fellsmere Wins The Florida “Battle Of The Lakes” With The Heaviest Total Bass Catches
Angler John Holz caught and released this 9-pound bass on Fellsmere Reservoir (FWC)
The fish are in, and the “Battle of the Lakes” concluded! Fell [...]
Don’t Miss The 3rd Annual Raptor Center Of Tampa Bay’s ‘Wonders of Wildlife Festival’
"There will be multiple birds of prey and opportunities to see them up close. Talk to their handlers and find out how they benefit our environment," [...]
FWC Seeks Public Input On Pasco County Zone Bay Scallop Season
Source: FWC
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. - The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is gathering public feedback on potential changes to [...]
Recreational Harvest Of Hogfish Closes In Atlantic, Florida Keys Starting Nov. 1
Hogfish (FWC)
Hogfish recreational harvest will close in state and federal waters off the east coast of Florida and the Florida Keys starting Nov. [...]
Seasonal Cosure For Spotted Seatrout In Florida Central East Management Region Starting Nov. 1
Source: FWC.
Spotted seatrout will be closed to recreational harvest Nov. 1 through Dec. 31 in the Central East Management Region, which includes [...]
6 Adventurous Activities To Try In Florida
Source: FWC
Florida is widely recognized for its diverse tourist attractions like Disney World and popular vacation spots, including Miami. It’s n [...]
2023 Lionfish Challenge King And Commercial Champion Unveiled In Florida
Source: FWC
The highly anticipated eighth Lionfish Challenge ended on October 1st, and the competition was fierce until the very last submission. [...]
Voters Get A Chance To Protect Hunting And Fishing In Florida “Forever”
TFP File Photo
Last week, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis declared the “Great Outdoors Initiative.” The Republican governor signed an executive order wi [...]
See Florida Big Bass Catches At The TrophyCatch Hall Of Fame Ceremony
See big bass catches at the TrophyCatch Hall of Fame Ceremony
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and Bass Pro Shops invit [...]