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FWC’s Catch a Florida Memory announces the winner of Triple Threat Throwdown
Thursday, September 28, 2023 - The Triple Threat Throwdown brought a record-breaking year to the FWC's Catch a Florida Memory program and a big prize to one lucky angler! -
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Skyway Fishing Pier educational course and certificate now available online
Wednesday, September 27, 2023 - To access the educational course, which must be completed before fishing in the park, visit MyFWC.com/Skyway. -
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Governor Ron DeSantis issues proclamation for National Hunting and Fishing Day in Florida
Friday, September 22, 2023 - Governor Ron DeSantis issued a proclamation dedicating Sept. 23 as National Hunting and Fishing Day for the State of Florida in honor of hunters’ and anglers’ direct contributions to conservation in Florida. -
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FWC to anglers: Remember these TrophyCatch dates to win!
Monday, September 18, 2023 - Freshwater anglers are encouraged to take note of these important dates for a chance to win awesome prizes and contribute to the conservation of Florida's largemouth bass fisheries -
![A mahi-mahi created by last year’s seventh-ninth grade, first place saltwater winner, Penelope Horwitz.]()
FWC to host Florida State Fish Art Contest
Wednesday, September 13, 2023 - Students in kindergarten through 12th grade can create an original piece of artwork and compete in this free contest for a chance to win state and national honors and prizes. -
POSTPONED: FWC snook regional management virtual workshop postponed due to Idalia
Monday, August 28, 2023 - The new date for this workshop is Sept. 7, starting at 6 p.m. EDT. -
FWC seeks public input on new information for snook regional management at Aug. 31 virtual workshop
Friday, August 25, 2023 - FWC seeks public input on new information for snook regional management at Aug. 31 virtual workshop -
Recreational harvest of blueline tilefish in Atlantic state waters closes Sep. 1
Friday, August 25, 2023 - Blueline tilefish closes for recreational harvest in Atlantic state waters (including all state waters of Monroe County) on Sept. 1, with the last day of harvest being Aug. 31. -
![TrophyCatch angler, Timothy Susa, holds his catch from Fellsmere Reservoir (Headwaters) from April 2023. This bass weighed 9 lbs. 9 oz.!]()
FWC: There’s still time to participate in Battle of the Lakes
Thursday, August 17, 2023 - Anglers continue to compete for the title of “the best” in the FWC's Battle of the Lakes between Fellsmere Water Management Area (also known as Headwaters and Egan lakes) and Orange Lake in Florida. -
ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis Announces 17-Day Extension of Record Gulf Recreational Red Snapper Season
Friday, August 11, 2023 - 2023 season now totals 87 days, the longest combined season since the state assumed management of Gulf red snapper




