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• Florida Harmful Algal Bloom Task Force releases third consensus document

  Tuesday, January 21, 2025 -  This milestone report highlights advancements achieved in the focal areas of health, communications, and management and response, with research to advance pertinent knowledge in each area since the publication of its previous recommendations in 2021.

• FWC to host public meeting on Lake Istokpoga management activities

  Wednesday, December 18, 2024 -  FWC staff will provide updates on lake management activities, current lake conditions and gather stakeholder feedback through a breakout session at the end of the meeting.

• FWC to meet Dec. 11-12 in Lakeland

  Tuesday, November 26, 2024 -  For the full Dec. 11-12 agenda and links to background reports, go to MyFWC.com/Commission and select “Commission Meetings.”

• FWC conducts Lake Okeechobee plant management starting Oct. 28

  Monday, October 28, 2024 -  A total of 1,015 acres of aquatic plants will be managed. Due to the large scale of the project, management will be conducted using helicopters.

• Enrollment opens for FWC’s Florida panther Payment for Ecosystem Services pilot program

  Thursday, September 19, 2024 -  The program will benefit private landowners and the panther population by providing per-acre payments for habitat conditions supporting panther conservation and landscape connectivity.

• FWC hosts public meeting on the Orange Creek Basin

  Monday, September 16, 2024 -  The FWC will host a public meeting on Oct. 10, from 6-8 p.m. to discuss FWC activities and conditions on Orange, Lochloosa, and Newnans lakes.

• FWC: Governor Ron DeSantis’ Focus on Florida’s Future Budget ensures conservation remains a priority

  Thursday, June 13, 2024 -  Under Governor DeSantis' bold leadership, Florida remains one of the nation's premier destinations for top-tier fishing and unique hunting experiences.

• Share the shore with sea turtles and shorebirds

  Monday, May 20, 2024 -  Beachgoers can help ensure nesting success for both sea turtles and beach-nesting birds by giving them space, removing beach furniture and trash before leaving for the day, keeping beaches clean and dark, and never disturbing their nests.

• ICYMI: Johnny Morris and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Fund Cast $400,000 Lifeline to Revive Lake George

  Wednesday, May 15, 2024 -  Thanks to this funding, the project will meticulously restore the lake's submerged vegetation with the construction of protective enclosures around eelgrass to foster its growth.

• FWC conducting aquatic habitat enhancement in Everglades WMA Complex

  Friday, May 3, 2024 -  An aerial treatment of selective aquatic herbicides will target up to a total of 1,050 acres of invasive cattail.