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• FWC urges vessel owners to prepare and secure their boats for impending severe weather

  Monday, January 8, 2024 -  Severe thunderstorms are expected throughout north and central Florida on Tuesday, Jan. 9. With 25-35 mph winds and frequent gusts of 45- 55 mph, preparation is critical to staying safe and minimizing severe weather impacts.

• FWC completes habitat restoration at Warm Mineral Springs

  Thursday, January 4, 2024 -  The warm water flowing from the spring is of particular importance to manatees seeking shelter from cooler winter temperatures.

• FWC seeks public input on Pasco Zone bay scallop season at Jan. 9 virtual workshop

  Thursday, January 4, 2024 -  Based on public feedback and the outcome of this recent season, staff are recommending establishing a 40-day season, beginning July 10 through Aug. 18, in rule for future seasons in the Pasco Zone.

• Recreational harvest of shallow water grouper in Atlantic state waters closed Jan. 1

  Wednesday, January 3, 2024 -  The shallow water grouper complex includes black, gag, yellowfin, scamp, yellowmouth, red, coney, graysby, red hind, and rock hind.

• FWC seeks contracted nuisance alligator trapper for Hillsborough County

  Wednesday, January 3, 2024 -  To learn more about becoming a contracted nuisance alligator trapper and to apply online, visit MyFWC.com/Alligator and click on “Statewide Nuisance Alligator Program.”

• FWC reminds anglers of changes for snook beginning Jan. 1

  Wednesday, December 27, 2023 -  The new regions are part of the FWC's holistic management approach for Florida's most popular inshore fisheries.

• Recreational harvest of gray triggerfish will close in Gulf state waters on Jan. 1, 2024. Harvest will open on March 1, 2024.

  Wednesday, December 27, 2023 - 

• FWC conducting technical assistance sessions for interested boating access grant program applicants

  Wednesday, December 27, 2023 -  The FWC will host four online technical assistance sessions for potential applicants interested in the Florida Boating Improvement Program and the Boating Infrastructure Grant Program in January.

• FWC recognizes bass tournament volunteers in Highlands County

  Thursday, December 21, 2023 -  The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) congratulates the Lake Istokpoga Bass Tournament Volunteer Team for 10 years of service.

• FWC recognizes bass tournament volunteers in Highlands County

  Thursday, December 21, 2023 -