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Saltwater game fish, sport fish designations

January 23, 2013 

The FWC will consider adopting these designations at its Feb. 13 meeting in Orlando. 

FWC defines new conservation model for 60 species

December 06, 2012 

The Imperiled Species Management Plan will define measureable objectives, actions to keep these animals part of Florida's wildlfe forever. 

FWC moves forward with new hunting opportunities, improvements to quota system

December 06, 2012 

Includes 2 new WMAs in Southwest Region. Final consideration in February. 

2013 Gulf gag grouper recreational season draft rule discussed

December 06, 2012 

Several options discussed, public testimony heard. Final action scheduled for February. 

FWC approves revisions to boating safety zones on Okeechobee Waterway

December 06, 2012 

One zone is around the Clewiston Lock at Hoover Dike city ramp; the other more accurately describes boundaries near the Palm City Bridge in Martin Co. 

Franklin Co. state attorneys honored at FWC meeting

December 06, 2012 

Jarred Paterson, Robin Myers are co-recipients of the Prosecutor of the Year award. 

FWC approves ordinance for anchoring/mooring pilot program in Martin Co.

December 05, 2012 

Fifth and final community participating in the pilot program. 

Commission considering creating saltwater game fish, sport fish designations

December 05, 2012 

Final decision may happen at February meeting in Orlando. 

Atlantic black sea bass recreational, commercial changes approved

December 05, 2012 

Changes will help rebuild the Atlantic sea bass population. 

FWC recognizes lawmakers for efforts to enhance outdoor opportunities

December 05, 2012 

It's now easier for landowners to accommodate the public, still have liability protection. 

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