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FWC collaborates with Duke Energy Florida and Coastal Conservation Association Florida to bring Aquaculture in the Classroom
Tuesday, December 27, 2022 - The program teaches students the basic principles of aquaculture, marine research and how stock enhancement plays a role in supporting Florida’s marine fisheries. -
FWC’s Catch a Florida Memory announces 2023 Triple Threat Throwdown challenge! Enter to win a fully outfitted fishing kayak!
Friday, December 16, 2022 - This challenge will run from Jan. 1 through Sept. 5, 2023, and will be an exclusive raffle opportunity for Triple Threat Club members to win a Bonafide SS127 fishing kayak, fully outfitted with an accessory package from YakAttack. -
Share the beach with shorebirds this winter
Thursday, December 15, 2022 - Both resident and migratory shorebirds rely on Florida’s sandy beaches for important habitat and resting spots. -
Hurricane Ian derelict vessel removal efforts continue
Thursday, December 15, 2022 - Imagery from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has identified over 7,500 potentially displaced vessels. FWC officers have assessed over 4,200 vessels on the waters of the state. -
FWC: Celebrating another successful TrophyCatch season
Monday, December 12, 2022 - Season 10 ended in October with these incredible highlights: -
Celebrate TrophyCatch Hall of Fame winners this Saturday at Bass Pro Shops Palm Bay!
Monday, December 5, 2022 - The festivities will take place at Bass Pro Shops Palm Bay, 750 Bass Pro Drive NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905 on Saturday, Dec. 10. The awards ceremony begins at 5 p.m. and there will be activities for the whole family beginning at 10 a.m. -
Boaters are encouraged to be on the lookout during right whale calving season
Friday, December 2, 2022 - Be on the lookout for North Atlantic right whales that are calving in state and federal waters off Florida, Georgia and South Carolina from November through April. -
FWC seeks input on the effects of long-term stored vessels
Friday, December 2, 2022 - A virtual meeting will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 13 at 6 p.m. EST to announce the study and to explain how the public can participate. -
FWC Commissioners approve the first Springs Protection Zone in Florida at Nichols Spring
Thursday, December 1, 2022 - Anchoring, mooring, beaching or grounding a vessel within the spring or along the spring’s shoreline will be prohibited. -
FWC approves rule enabling grant-funded removal of at risk/public nuisance vessels
Thursday, December 1, 2022 - Removing at-risk/public nuisance vessels before they become derelict will save Florida taxpayers money.