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It’s time to apply for FWC’s School Fishing Club Program
Wednesday, August 10, 2022 - This grant program is focused on engaging youth anglers to ensure the future of fishing in Florida. -
FWC launches new initiatives to reduce the risk of chronic wasting disease
Tuesday, August 9, 2022 - The FWC is also partnering with the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida and Woods ‘n Waters magazine to support the need for testing more hunter-harvested deer for CWD in specific counties this year through the CWD Monitoring Sweepstakes. -
FWC Lt. Seth Wagner appointed state Boating Law Administrator
Monday, August 8, 2022 - Lt. Wagner will replace retiring BLA, Capt. Gary Klein. -
First Lady Casey DeSantis Kicks Off Florida Python Challenge® Competition
Friday, August 5, 2022 - Over 800 participants and counting, from 32 states and Canada, are beginning their search to find and remove invasive Burmese pythons from the Everglades ecosystem. -
FWC seeks contracted nuisance alligator trapper for Citrus County
Thursday, August 4, 2022 - 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.” -
East coast blue crab trap closures start Aug. 10
Wednesday, August 3, 2022 - Recreational and commercial blue crab traps must be removed from certain state waters on the east coast of Florida prior to Aug. 10, the first day of two 10-day trap closures occurring this month. -
FWC and City of Port St. Lucie working to improve fishing access and habitat at Peacock Park lake
Wednesday, August 3, 2022 - Earlier this year, the FWC and City of Port St. Lucie staff removed 4 acres of invasive Brazilian peppertree, treated 2 acres of invasive aquatic plants and planted native vegetation throughout the lake. -
Recreational and commercial spiny lobster season opens Aug. 6
Tuesday, August 2, 2022 - Learn more about bag limits, size limits, where to harvest, and other regulations at MyFWC.com/Marine by clicking on “Recreational Regulations” and “Lobster,” which is under the “Crabs, Lobster and other Shellfish” tab. -
FWC: Attend a public open house on lake management plans
Tuesday, August 2, 2022 - After gathering input and feedback over an 18-month process, FWC staff drafted plans to balance the biological needs of fish and wildlife with the desires of a wide range of stakeholders. -
Stick with manatees and sea turtles by collecting this year’s FWC decals
Monday, August 1, 2022 - New decal designs are released each July and can be purchased with a $5 donation when you register or re-register a vehicle or boat at local tax collector’s offices across the state.