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Bears in your area? Follow these tips
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 - Juvenile black bears may be seen in unexpected areas this time of year as they leave their mothers’ home ranges in search of new locations of their own to settle down. The FWC shares annual reminders on how to be BearWise® as bears become more active. -
FWC approves final proposed rules for highly regulated black bear hunting
Wednesday, August 13, 2025 - The new rules establish Bear Hunting Zones within four of the seven existing Bear Management Units. -
FWC approves highly regulated black bear hunting proposed rule amendments for advertising
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 - The rule proposals are expected to be brought back before the Commission at its August 2025 meeting for a final hearing and, if the final rules are approved, most changes would take effect during the 2025-26 hunting season. -
FWC to host series of virtual public meetings on highly regulated bear hunting proposals
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 - Those interested in attending the meetings can join by going to MyFWC.com/Hunting and clicking “Florida black bear.” -
FWC to host virtual public meeting to hear comments about potential options for regulated black bear hunting in Florida
Wednesday, February 26, 2025 - Those interested in attending the meeting can join by going to MyFWC.com/Hunting and clicking “Florida black bear.” -
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Be BearWise: Follow FWC’s bear necessities this fall
Tuesday, September 14, 2021 - The FWC reminds you to help protect both people and bears by securing garbage and other items that could attract these animals to your yard or neighborhood.

