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• Atlantic red snapper season to begin; anglers can help FWC gather data

  Thursday, July 8, 2021 -  FWC researchers will be out along Florida’s east coast during each day of the season asking recreational fishers about their red snapper trips, the number of red snapper harvested, and for permission to measure and weigh harvested fish and collect biological samples.

• Just released! FWC’s 2021-2022 manatee and sea turtle decals

  Thursday, July 8, 2021 -  These collectable decals help fund manatee and sea turtle conservation efforts and raise awareness about the species and their habitats.

• FWC’s Operation Dry Water promotes education, enforcement for boating under the influence this weekend

  Friday, July 2, 2021 -  FWC officers will be enforcing Florida’s boating under the influence laws and educating boaters about safe boating practices, which includes boating sober.

• New $10,000 award announced for the Florida Python Challenge®

  Friday, July 2, 2021 -  The award will be presented to the participant who removes the most pythons as part of the competition.

• FWC is helping pet owners tag their tegus, green iguanas to prepare for new rules

  Thursday, July 1, 2021 -  The last scheduled regional event will be held on July 11 at Lee County Domestic Animal Services, 5600 Banner Dr, Fort Myers.

• 5 things you’ll want to do now to prep for archery and crossbow seasons

  Thursday, July 1, 2021 -  Your preseason to-do list might include finding a place to hunt, practicing with your bow or crossbow, and brushing up on new and existing regulations. Following are five steps to help you prepare.

• FWC: Celebrate Independence Day the Floridian way with these wildlife-friendly tips

  Wednesday, June 30, 2021 -  While we flock to the beach or cruise through our state’s waterways, we can all do our part to be respectful of wildlife.

• Lionfish Challenge 2021 Update – June 29

  Tuesday, June 29, 2021 -  The Lionfish Challenge rewards lionfish harvesters with prizes for their lionfish removals. The participant who harvests the most lionfish will be crowned the Recreational Lionfish King/Queen and the Commercial Champion.

• Hunter safety internet-completion courses offered in three counties in July

  Tuesday, June 29, 2021 -  Those interested in attending a course can register online and obtain information about future hunter safety classes at MyFWC.com/HunterSafety or by calling the FWC’s regional office in Panama City at 850-265-3676.

• Watch the 2021 Snook Symposium online June 30

  Monday, June 28, 2021 -  Watch the FWC's seventh Snook Symposium online at TheFloridaChannel.org on June 30, beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET.