Author: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

FWC Division of Law Enforcement Earns Highest Level of Accreditation with Excelsior Award

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Division of Law Enforcement was awarded the Excelsior Status, the most prestigious achievement in Florida accreditation, by the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation at their February 2024 conference. […]

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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Approves New Rule Changes for Hunting and Managed Areas

At its February meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved rule changes related to the 2024-25 hunting seasons, including many dealing with FWC-managed areas. Rule changes will offer over 12,000 acres of hunting opportunities for deer, wild turkey, small game, wild hog, dove and duck. […]

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FWC: New Regulations Approved to Support Trophy Bass Conservation

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved new regulations to support trophy bass conservation during its February meeting. Specific freshwater fishing regulations approved for these waterbodies prohibit killing or possessing any black bass that is 20 inches or more in total length. […]

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FWC: TrophyCatch Program Deploys Bright Pink Research Tags in Bass Across the State

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s TrophyCatch program has deployed bright pink research tags in bass across five waters throughout the state: the Northwest Winter Haven Chain of Lakes, Lake Lochloosa, Lake Beauclair, Lake Okeechobee and Porter Lake. […]

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FWC: Vessel Owners Need to Prepare and Secure Boats for Severe Weather on Tuesday, High Wind Gusts Forecasted

Severe thunderstorms are expected throughout north and central Florida on Tuesday, January 9. With 25-35 mph winds and frequent gusts of 45- 55 mph, preparation is critical to staying safe and minimizing severe weather impacts. […]

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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission School Fishing Club Program Registration Now Open

With the new school year right around the corner, it is time to register for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s 2023-24 School Fishing Club Program! This annual educational program focuses on teaching youth anglers about best fishing practices to help ensure the future of fishing in Florida. […]

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FWC Officers Remove Nearly 100 Impaired Operators During ‘Operation Dry Water’ Over Holiday Weekend

In their 15th year participating in Operation Dry Water, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers spent their holiday weekend focused on the safety of people enjoying all that Florida’s waterways have to offer. […]

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Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission Appoints Colonel Roger Young as Executive Director

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission voted to appoint Colonel Roger Young to the position of executive director. He replaces Eric Sutton, former executive director, who retired last December. […]

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FWC: Atlantic Red Porgy, Hogfish, Blueline Tilefish and Grouper Seasons Reopen May 1

The following species will reopen to recreational harvest on May 1 in Florida state and federal waters of the Atlantic: red porgy; hogfish; blueline tilefish; gag, black, red, yellowmouth, and yellowfin grouper; scamp; red hind; rock hind; coney; and graysby. […]

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