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• You’re invited to a black crappie regulations review virtual public meeting for SW Region areas

  Tuesday, January 12, 2021 -  The FWC will host a virtual public meeting for the Winter Haven Chain, Tenoroc, Lakeland area and other Southwest Region areas, 6-8 p.m. ET on Jan. 14.

• Learn how to saltwater fish through free FWC Virtual Saltwater Fishing Clinics

  Tuesday, January 12, 2021 -  Sessions will include topics on conservation, rods and reels, tackle, baits, rigs, knot tying, habitats, fish handling, best practices and additional resources.

• First of three Western Dry Rocks public input gathering workshops tonight

  Monday, January 11, 2021 -  The area being discussed is about 10 miles southwest of Key West and is an important spawning location for many recreationally and commercially important species such as snapper, grouper and permit. It is also a popular fishing location.

• FWC issues executive order temporarily prohibiting the possession and take of largemouth bass on certain fish management areas

  Monday, January 11, 2021 -  In order to comply with an FDA 21-day post stocking consumption prohibition on these hatchery reared, recently stocked largemouth bass, the FWC issued a temporary executive order effective Jan. 11.

• FWC issues executive order temporarily prohibiting the possession and take of largemouth bass on certain fish management areas

  Monday, January 11, 2021 -  In order to comply with an FDA 21-day post stocking consumption prohibition on these hatchery reared, recently stocked largemouth bass, the FWC issued a temporary executive order effective Jan. 11.

• You’re invited to the black crappie regulations review virtual public meeting for Highlands County

  Friday, January 8, 2021 -  The objective of the conversation will be to gather stakeholder input on current black crappie regulations and will focus on statewide opinions, as well as resource specific regulations.

• Mark your calendars: 2021 Lionfish Festival May 15-16 in Destin; vendors and divers wanted

  Thursday, January 7, 2021 -  Activities will include fillet demonstrations; family-friendly games and activities; art, diving and conservation booths; and the world’s largest lionfish spearfishing tournament, the Emerald Coast Open.

• Aquatic plant control scheduled for Lake Harris

  Wednesday, January 6, 2021 -  The FWC will conduct aquatic plant control on Lake Harris during the week of Jan. 11, weather permitting.

• 8 things you definitely want to know about Florida’s wildlife management system

  Tuesday, January 5, 2021 -  WMAs are managed to conserve a variety of wildlife species and provide outdoor recreation opportunities.