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  • FWC shares wildlife safety reminders as winter storm Fern brings colder temperatures to Florida

    Monday, January 26, 2026 -  As winter storm Fern brings colder temperatures to much of the state, the FWC is reminding the public how cold weather can impact wildlife, and what to do and what not to do if you encounter manatees, sea turtles or nonnative green iguanas.

  • MarineQuest 2026: St. Pete’s biggest day of science returns for its 31st year 

    Thursday, January 22, 2026 -  The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Fish and Wildlife Research Institute will open its doors once again for MarineQuest, the one day each year the public can explore laboratories, research vessels, scientific collections and meet the staff working to conserve Florida’s fish and wildlife.

  • FWC to meet Feb. 4-5 in Tallahassee

    Wednesday, January 21, 2026 -  The FWC will meet in person Feb. 4-5 at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center, 505 W. Pensacola St., Tallahassee, FL 32301.
  • Adult And Child With Catch A Florida Memory Towel And Fishing Gear

    Catch a Florida Memory celebrates 10 years of reeling in memories

    Tuesday, January 20, 2026 -  To celebrate the 10-year anniversary and thank participants, Catch a Florida Memory is launching new challenges, program updates and enhanced prizing throughout 2026.
  • Photo Collage; people on boat, with fish tank and with alligator

    Join the FWC for an open house on the Harris Chain of Lakes

    Friday, January 16, 2026 -  FWC biologists will showcase a variety of research and management projects taking place throughout the Harris Chain of Lakes.
  • blue crab trap closure map - even years

    St. Johns River blue crab trap closure starts Jan. 16

    Friday, January 9, 2026 -  Recreational and commercial blue traps in the St. Johns River system must be removed from the water before Jan. 16.
  • Lake Okeechobee landscape with aquatic plants

    FWC invites the public to attend Lake Okeechobee listening sessions

    Tuesday, January 6, 2026 -  FWC will host two public listening sessions to gather community input on the management of fish, wildlife and habitat on Lake Okeechobee.

  • Apalachicola Bay reopens for recreational and commercial oyster harvesting Jan. 1 – Feb. 28

    Wednesday, December 31, 2025 -  On Jan. 1, the Apalachicola Bay will reopen through Feb. 28 for commercial Apalachicola Bay Endorsement holders and Apalachicola Bay Recreational Opportunity Permit holders. This is the first opportunity to harvest from the bay since 2020, thanks to the continued investments by the DeSantis Administration to expedite the restoration of the Apalachicola Bay Ecosystem. Over the last two decades, bay-wide declines in the oyster reef resulted in a reduction of oyster populations that led to a closure in the area in 2020. Since 2019, over $38 million has been invested in projects to expedite the restoration of a sustainable oyster industry.

  • FWC Announces 2025 Achievements in Conservation

    Wednesday, December 31, 2025 -  The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) announced significant milestones achieved in 2025, as Florida continues to be a national leader in conservation and outdoor recreation under the stewardship of Governor Ron DeSantis. Recognized for its world-class fishing, hunting, and outdoor experiences, the state has made preserving its natural resources a top priority, ensuring they remain accessible for future generations.

  • FWC releases results of 2025 black bear hunt

    Tuesday, December 30, 2025 -  After FWC staff presented options on highly regulated black bear hunting and the public provided their comments at the August and November 2025 Commission meetings, FWC Commissioners approved final proposed amendments to bear hunting rules, which took effect during the 2025 hunting season.
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