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FWC: New flier fish co-record holder
Wednesday, July 2, 2025 - Michael Baxley caught a 1.36-pound flier on Ocheesee Pond in Jackson County in June 2025. -
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FWC: Spend time with dad this license-free freshwater fishing weekend!
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 - This summer's license-free fishing weekend is on June 14 and 15. -
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FWC announces winners of the School Fishing Program’s Fishing & Conservation Challenge
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FWC: Reel in the fun on two license-free fishing weekends!
Tuesday, May 27, 2025 - This summer's license-free fishing weekends are on June 7-8 for saltwater and June 14-15 for freshwater. -
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FWC announces winners of 2025 Florida State Fish Art Contest
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FWC to conduct prescribed burn on Lake Okeechobee
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 - The burn area will be up to 28,000 acres and includes 700 acres of cattail that was managed with herbicide in October 2024, along with adjacent green cattail and other associated vegetation. -
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FWC: Splash into license-free freshwater fishing weekend!
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 - This spring's license-free fishing weekend is on April 5 and 6 and invites residents and visitors to explore the many recreational freshwater fishing opportunities Florida has to offer. -
FWC invites public to attend 30th Annual Tenoroc Youth Fishing Derby
Thursday, March 6, 2025 - There will be a casting contest, exhibitors and other outdoor activities for youth participants. -
FWC: Florida bass is a unique species
Wednesday, February 26, 2025 - The American Fisheries Society confirmed Florida bass (Micropterus salmoides) as a separate species from largemouth bass (Micropterus nigricans). -
FWC Applauds Governor DeSantis’ Recommended Budget for Prioritizing Florida’s Natural Resources
Monday, February 3, 2025 - Recommendations include $30 million to Restore Apalachicola’s Oyster Habitat, $10 Million for Shooting Sports Facilities, and $10 million for Artificial Reefs






