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14th Circuit Assistant State Attorney Josh James named 2023 FWC Division of Law Enforcement Prosecutor of the Year
Wednesday, July 19, 2023 - The selection of the Prosecutor of the Year Award is made by officers and investigators who work in the field directly with prosecutors. -
FWC Commissioners approve new rule creating Weeki Wachee Springs Protection Zone
Wednesday, July 19, 2023 - The Springs Protection Zone will restrict beaching, mooring, anchoring and grounding of vessels on the spring run of the Weeki Wachee River extending from the spring boil within Weeki Wachee State Park to the Rogers Park Boat Ramp. -
FWC reminds anglers to release reef fish with the right tools
Friday, July 14, 2023 - Florida requires a descending device and/or venting tool be rigged and ready for use when fishing for reef fish from a vessel in state waters (within 3 nautical miles on the Atlantic and 9 nautical miles on the Gulf). -
Southwest Florida blue crab trap closure ending early on July 17
Friday, July 14, 2023 - The blue crab trap closure included state waters from shore to 3 nautical miles, including intracoastal waterways, of Broward, Miami-Dade, Monroe, Sarasota, Manatee, Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco counties. -
More than 400 north Florida residents attend public meeting to discuss chronic wasting disease
Wednesday, July 12, 2023 - The meeting provided information about CWD and an opportunity for area residents to ask questions about CWD and CWD management strategies. -
Check it off your summer bucket list and become a Florida Friendly Angler today!
Tuesday, July 11, 2023 - Become a Florida Friendly Angler today through this FREE online course perfect for anyone who enjoys saltwater fishing and wants to learn more about what they can do to help conserve Florida’s marine resources. -
FWC removes nearly 100 impaired operators during Operation Dry Water and the Fourth of July holiday
Tuesday, July 11, 2023 - From July 1-3, FWC officers arrested 94 vessel operators for boating under the influence of alcohol or drugs, preventing the possibility of life-altering events from occurring. -
The FWC celebrates Florida waterbodies listed in Bassmaster's “Top 10 Best Bass Lakes of 2023”
Monday, July 10, 2023 - Fellsmere Reservoir/Stick Marsh, Orange Lake and Lake Okeechobee have captured the attention of anglers and fishing enthusiasts across the nation, solidifying Florida's reputation as a premier bass fishing destination. -
Help ensure Florida’s manatees and sea turtles have access to clean and healthy habitats with new decals from the FWC
Monday, July 10, 2023 - New editions of these high-quality collectible stickers are released every July and are available with a $5 donation at your local tax collector’s office. All proceeds from the decals help fund manatee and sea turtle conservation efforts. -
Red tide video series continues with “Seafood Safety”
Friday, July 7, 2023 - The information is intended for a variety of audiences, from vacationers with little knowledge of red tide to long-time residents who wish to know more about staying safe when consuming seafood in the presence of red tide.