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• FWC and SJRWMD complete habitat enhancement project on Stick Marsh/Farm 13

  Wednesday, August 9, 2023 -  A drawdown was conducted starting in February that lowered the water level by approximately 4 feet to stimulate submersed plant growth and re-establish native emergent vegetation, all to improve habitat for fish and wildlife.

• WC completes large-scale planting project at Lake Kissimmee

  Tuesday, August 8, 2023 -  The FWC recently completed a large-scale aquatic habitat restoration effort on Lake Kissimmee, planting nearly 325,000 native aquatic plants to promote expansion of healthy fish and wildlife habitat.

• Recreational and commercial spiny lobster season opens Aug. 6

  Friday, August 4, 2023 -  The 2023 recreational and commercial spiny lobster season starts Aug. 6 and runs through March 31, 2024.

• Governor Ron DeSantis Highlights the Start of the 2023 Florida Python Challenge® 

  Friday, August 4, 2023 -  This year’s Challenge boasts more than 840 participants registered (and counting) from across Florida, the U.S., and the world. T

• CORRECTION: Recreational harvest of Gulf greater amberjack opened Aug. 1 and will close on Aug. 25

  Thursday, August 3, 2023 -  The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) issued an executive order to close the 2023-24 recreational season for greater amberjack in state waters of the Gulf of Mexico, consistent with the federal closure.

• FWC invites public input on burrowing owl conservation and permitting guidelines

  Wednesday, August 2, 2023 -  FWC staff will present draft revisions to the guidelines during the scheduled webinars, with each of the three online workshops providing the public with the opportunity to give feedback and offer suggestions.

• Florida Schools: Register for FWC’s School Fishing Club Program

  Tuesday, August 1, 2023 -  This annual educational program focuses on teaching youth anglers about best fishing practices to help ensure the future of fishing in Florida.

• Recreational harvest of Gulf greater amberjack opened Aug. 1 and will close on Aug. 25

  Friday, July 28, 2023 -  The FWC issued an executive order to close the 2023-24 recreational season for greater amberjack in state waters of the Gulf of Mexico, consistent with the federal closure, during its July Commission meeting.

• Recreational harvest of Gulf gray triggerfish opens Aug. 1

  Friday, July 28, 2023 -  The season is scheduled to close on Jan. 1, 2024.

• FWC seeks public input on snook regional management at Aug. 2 virtual workshop

  Thursday, July 27, 2023 -  The FWC is adopting a holistic management approach for snook that includes a review of several environmental and human factors.