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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted Thursday the record-breaking success of his three-month Great Outdoors Initiative, providing 50% discounts on Gold Sportsman hunting and fishing licenses and Annual State Park Passes. First announced on October 14, 2023, the Great Outdoors Initiative encouraged Floridians to get outdoors…
Read More Florida Gov. DeSantis Touts Record-Breaking Success Of Great Outdoors Initiative
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis awarded $20 million through the Biscayne Bay Water Quality Improvement Grant Program to strengthen ongoing efforts to restore water quality in the bay. Since 2019, the state of Florida has invested more than $70 million for targeted water quality projects in…
Read More Florida Gov. DeSantis Awards $20 Million For Water Quality Improvement In Biscayne Bay
People would be allowed to kill bears on their property without permits if they feel threatened but would face more rules about reporting the incidents, under a proposal that received an initial approval Wednesday in the Florida Senate. While opponents called instead for better managing…
Read More Florida Senators OK Proposal On Shooting Bears
Recreational and commercial blue crab traps in all waters of the St. Johns River system must be removed from the water before Jan. 16, the first day of a 10-day trap closure. This closure will give groups authorized by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation…
Read More St. Johns River Blue Crab Trap Closure Starts Jan. 16
Florida is renowned for its diverse marine ecosystem, attracting both nature enthusiasts and thrill-seekers alike. One of the most captivating aspects of Florida’s underwater world is its population of sharks. To kick off the new year, a 13 foot 3 inch White Shark named Breton…
Read More 13-FT White Shark Weighing Nearly 1,500 Pounds Pings Off The Florida Coast
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has successfully completed restoration work downstream from Warm Mineral Springs in Sarasota County. The warm water flowing from the spring is of particular importance to manatees seeking shelter from cooler winter temperatures. FWC staff worked with partners…
Read More FWC Completes Habitat Restoration At Warm Mineral Springs In Sarasota County
Recreational harvest of shallow water grouper closed in Atlantic state waters (including all state waters of Monroe County) on Jan 1. The shallow water grouper complex includes black, gag, yellowfin, scamp, yellowmouth, red, coney, graysby, red hind, and rock hind. Harvest for shallow water grouper…
Read More Recreational Harvest Of Shallow Water Grouper In Florida Atlantic Waters Closed Jan. 1
Pergola and pavilion designers at Pergola Kits USA, analyzed the number of Tripadvisor reviews that contained positive descriptors, such as ‘stunning’, ‘beautiful’, ‘breathtaking’ and ‘gorgeous’ across 260 botanical gardens in the US. Each botanical garden has been ranked based on the percentage of reviews containing…
Read More Florida Tops List Of America’s ‘Most Stunning’ Botanical Gardens
Recreational harvest of gray triggerfish will close in Gulf state waters on Jan. 1, 2024. Harvest will open on March 1, 2024, according to Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC). The FWC is committed to collecting critical recreational harvest fishing data to inform management of…
Read More Recreational Harvest Of Gulf Gray Triggerfish Closes Jan. 1 In Florida
Florida is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including the majestic Florida black bear. These fascinating creatures have captured the hearts and minds of residents and visitors alike. However, living in close proximity to bears can present unique challenges. In this comprehensive guide, we…
Read More Living In Harmony With Florida Black Bears