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FWC: Splash into license-free freshwater fishing weekend April 6 and 7
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 - Anglers of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to take advantage of this special weekend, which allows them to reel in their favorite freshwater species without the need for a fishing license. -
Permit spawning season closure inside the Special Permit Zone starts April 1
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 - This closure includes all state and federal waters south of Cape Sable on the Gulf coast, and south of Cape Florida on the Atlantic coast including all of the Florida Keys and Biscayne Bay south of Rickenbacker Causeway. -
Recreational harvest of Atlantic greater amberjack closes April 1
Thursday, March 21, 2024 - Last year, the FWC Commission approved a rule to establish an April recreational spawning season closure consistent with the current commercial closure. -
FWC: Now accepting applications for the annual School Fishing Club Program grant
Thursday, March 7, 2024 - . This annual educational program focuses on teaching youth anglers about best fishing practices to help ensure the future of fishing in Florida. -
FWC’s Catch a Florida Memory program announces the 2024 Triple Threat Throwdown
Thursday, February 29, 2024 - This challenge runs from March 1 to Sept. 9, 2024, and will offer Triple Threat Club members the chance to win an exclusive Kayak Fishing Bundle. -
Gulf gray triggerfish and spotted seatrout open for recreational harvest on March 1
Wednesday, February 28, 2024 - Learn more about recreational fishing regulations at MyFWC.com/Marine by clicking on “Recreational Regulations.” -
FWC invites public to attend 29th Annual Tenoroc Youth Fishing Derby
Wednesday, February 28, 2024 - A fishing license is not required on this particular weekend because it falls during a state-designated license-free freshwater fishing weekend. -
Recreational harvest of snook for Florida’s West Coast will open March 1
Friday, February 23, 2024 - These regions and regulations are part of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) holistic management approach for Florida's most popular inshore fisheries. -
FWC approves Pasco Zone bay scallop season change
Wednesday, February 21, 2024 - This regulation change, which goes into effect this year, sets a 40-day season for the Pasco Zone that starts on July 10 and will run through Aug. 18 annually. -
FWC approves new rules to support trophy bass management
Wednesday, February 21, 2024 - The approved rules include largemouth bass fishing regulations changes for specific waterbodies, including Lochloosa, Orange and Newnans lakes in Alachua County.