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• FWC urges vessel owners to secure their boats and develop a plan ahead of severe weather

  Friday, August 2, 2024 -  In addition to safeguarding family and property, Florida’s boat owners and operators must also consider their vessels.

• FWC reminds boaters and divers to use and be on the lookout for divers-down flags

  Wednesday, July 17, 2024 -  Divers-down flags and buoys are crucial warning devices used by divers and dive vessels to signal the presence of divers in the water.

• Boat safe, boat sober: FWC officers to promote awareness and heightened enforcement for boating under the influence during Operation Dry Water

  Tuesday, July 2, 2024 -  Operation Dry Water weekend takes place July 4-6.

• FWC celebrates 25 years serving the people and wildlife of Florida

  Monday, July 1, 2024 -  The FWC and its staff would like to thank all its partners, stakeholders, volunteers and others who have helped make it one of the foremost conservation agencies in the country.

• FWC participating in Operation Dry Water for heightened BUI enforcement, education on the dangers of impaired boating

  Monday, June 24, 2024 -  The mission of Operation Dry Water is to reduce the number of alcohol- and drug-related incidents and fatalities on the water.

• FWC removes 100th vessel through Vessel Turn-In Program created last year

  Monday, June 17, 2024 -  VTIP is a key component of Florida’s derelict vessel prevention program. This voluntary program is designed to help owners dispose of their unwanted at-risk vessels before they become derelict.

• Bay Scallop season opens June 15 in the Fenholloway – Suwannee River Zone

  Wednesday, June 12, 2024 -  This includes all state waters in Dixie County, a portion of Taylor County including the towns of Keaton Beach and Steinhatchee, and a portion of Levy County.

• Governor Ron DeSantis issues proclamation for Water Safety Month and Safe Boating Week in Florida

  Wednesday, May 22, 2024 -  We are grateful for his recognition of this important month and week urging Floridians and visitors to safely enjoy Florida’s beautiful waterways.

• FWC reminds boaters National Safe Boating Week is May 18-24

  Friday, May 17, 2024 -  To reduce the number of boating accidents, the FWC encourages boaters to pay attention, maintain 360-degree awareness at all times and take a boater safety course.

• FWC, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and Florida State Parks partnering with American Canoe Association for ‘Kayaking 101’ instruction to kick off National Safe Boating Week

  Tuesday, May 14, 2024 -  Now in its third year, this annual event has produced significant results.