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  The Council has already held meetings in Pensacola and Destin and plans to host a webinar on Jan. 17. For more information visit: GulfCouncil.org/meetings/public-hearings-scoping-workshops.

  Thursday, January 3, 2019 -  The sand and water may be cold, but it’s a perfect time for looking for seashells.

• Share input on state management of Gulf red snapper; attend workshop

  Wednesday, January 2, 2019 -  The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council is holding public hearings to solicit public comments on Draft Amendment 50 – State Management of Recreational Red Snapper. To provide additional opportunities for the public to comment on this proposal, the FWC is also holding public workshops on state management of Gulf red snapper.
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  FWC, University of Florida invite public to second meeting on Lake Istokpoga Habitat Management Plan

  Wednesday, January 2, 2019 -  The meeting will be held from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Jan. 10, at the Bert J. Harris Jr. Agricultural Center Auditorium, 4509 George Blvd., Sebring, FL, 33875.

• Several grouper closures start Jan. 1 in Gulf and Atlantic waters

  Friday, December 21, 2018 -  Gag grouper will close to recreational harvest in Gulf state and federal waters Jan. 1, 2019. The same day, several species of grouper will also close to recreational and commercial harvest in Florida state waters of the Atlantic and all state waters off Monroe County.

• January blue crab trap closure for northwest Florida cancelled

  Friday, December 21, 2018 -  Recreational and commercial blue crab traps may remain in the water during this period.

• FWC’s TrophyCatch program celebrates 6 successful seasons

  Monday, December 17, 2018 -  TrophyCatch program celebrated six years of trophy bass conservation at its annual Hall of Fame ceremony held at Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World in Orlando. During the past six seasons, TrophyCatch has awarded prizes for the catch and release of more than 8,000 largemouth bass. There are 54 Hall of Fame anglers in the program to date.
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  Share input on management of the recreational spotted seatrout fishery

  Friday, December 14, 2018 -  The FWC is gathering input on management of the recreational spotted seatrout fishery. Your input will help FWC better understand the public’s satisfaction and desires related to this popular recreational fishery.

• Media statement: FWC Commission red snapper fishery update

  Thursday, December 13, 2018 -  Under the current draft proposal, the Gulf season would be open June 11 through July 12, with a possible fall reopening if quota is available.
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  FWC seeks input on bay scallop long-term management solutions and announces 2019 regional season dates in most areas

  Thursday, December 13, 2018 -  The FWC is gathering input on the bay scallop season structure for 2020 and beyond via an online survey.
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  Media statement: FWC Commission shore-based shark fishing update

  Thursday, December 13, 2018 -  The FWC approved draft changes to shark fishing regulations, including management changes for the shore-based shark fishery.