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• FWC to host series of virtual public meetings on highly regulated bear hunting proposals

  Wednesday, March 19, 2025 -  Those interested in attending the meetings can join by going to MyFWC.com/Hunting and clicking “Florida black bear.”

• FWC to conduct prescribed burn on Lake Okeechobee

  Wednesday, March 19, 2025 -  The burn area will be up to 28,000 acres and includes 700 acres of cattail that was managed with herbicide in October 2024, along with adjacent green cattail and other associated vegetation.

• FWC seeking public feedback on proposed rule changes for nonnative species

  Wednesday, March 19, 2025 -  The FWC is seeking public feedback from interested parties on proposed rule changes for nonnative species, including Prohibited green iguanas and Argentine black and white tegus.

• Help sea turtles have nesting success this year

  Tuesday, March 18, 2025 -  Nesting season has begun for sea turtles along Florida’s beaches, and the FWC is reminding residents and visitors that they can help protect vulnerable nesting and hatchling sea turtles while visiting Florida’s coastal areas.

• FWC first U.S. agency to receive accreditation from the North American Wildlife Law Enforcement Accreditation Program

  Monday, March 17, 2025 -  On March 3, the FWC became the first agency in the U.S. to receive accreditation from the North American Wildlife Law Enforcement Accreditation Program.

• Help conserve Florida’s wildlife this spring

  Friday, March 14, 2025 -  The FWC offers annual reminders on how to reduce conflicts and help conserve our native species.

• Now is the time to plan for bat maternity season

  Thursday, March 13, 2025 -  It is illegal in Florida to kill or harm bats, so exclusion guidelines were developed to ensure bats are excluded safely and effectively from buildings outside of maternity season.

• FWC: Splash into license-free freshwater fishing weekend!

  Wednesday, March 12, 2025 -  This spring's license-free fishing weekend is on April 5 and 6 and invites residents and visitors to explore the many recreational freshwater fishing opportunities Florida has to offer.

• Learn how to be croc-wise/Aprenda a ser prudente con los cocodrilos (in English and Spanish)

  Monday, March 10, 2025 - 

• FWC invites public to attend 30th Annual Tenoroc Youth Fishing Derby

  Thursday, March 6, 2025 -  There will be a casting contest, exhibitors and other outdoor activities for youth participants.