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Expanded WMA system providing more hunting opportunity
Wednesday, March 2, 2022 - Florida’s WMA system has grown by nearly 100,000 acres in the past six years. Our WMA system – at over 6 million acres – is one of the largest in the country. -
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Report horseshoe crab sightings to FWC for science
Monday, February 28, 2022 - Reporting horseshoe crab sightings provides valuable information about habitat use, population distribution and environmental conditions for nesting to the FWC. -
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Help plan the future of the Guana River Wildlife Management Area
Thursday, February 24, 2022 - The public hearing will be held at 7 p.m. on March 9 at the St. Johns County Commissioner Chambers at 500 San Sebastian View, in St. Augustine. -
Community grants veteran’s wish to go fishing
Thursday, February 24, 2022 - FWC Officers Association provided T-shirts, FWC challenge coins, snacks and drinks for the family during the trip. -
March saltwater fishing reopenings in the Gulf
Wednesday, February 23, 2022 - Learn more about recreational fishing regulations at MyFWC.com/Marine by clicking on “Recreational Regulations.” -
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FWC, partners remove nearly 5,000 pounds of marine debris from Citrus County coastal waters
Wednesday, February 23, 2022 - Volunteers met the morning of Feb. 15 to coordinate the removal of derelict crab traps around the Ozello, Crystal River and barge canal areas. -
FWC seeks contracted nuisance alligator trapper for Palm Beach County
Wednesday, February 23, 2022 - Applicants must pass a criminal history check, have no fish or wildlife law violations and possess a valid, working email address. -
FWC seeks contracted nuisance alligator trapper for Lake County
Wednesday, February 23, 2022 - Applicants must pass a criminal history check, have no fish or wildlife law violations and possess a valid, working email address. -
Avian influenza confirmed in wild birds in Florida
Tuesday, February 22, 2022 - The FWC has been notified by the National Veterinary Services Laboratory of confirmed cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) strain: H5 2.3.4.4 in a lesser scaup, black vultures and other avian species. -
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You’re invited to FWC’s annual TrophyCatch Hall of Fame ceremony
Tuesday, February 22, 2022 - The ceremony will take place at Bass Pro Shops Gainesville, 2650 Bass Pro Shops Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32608 on Saturday, Feb. 26.




