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Temporary regulation modification for snook in Charlotte Harbor effective Sept. 1
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 - The FWC has filed an Executive Order this month to extend the catch-and-release only limit on snook in the area of Charlotte Harbor until Dec. 1, 2022, when normal regulations for snook will go into effect. -
CORRECTION ON REOPENING DATE: Recreational harvest of red grouper in Gulf state waters will close on Aug. 30
Tuesday, August 23, 2022 - Harvest will reopen on Jan. 1, 2023. -
Recreational harvest of red grouper in Gulf state waters to close on Aug. 30
Friday, August 19, 2022 - This closure is consistent with the closure in federal waters of the Gulf of Mexico by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Marine Fisheries Service. -
August blue crab trap closures for Florida’s northeast coast waived
Wednesday, August 17, 2022 - The FWC has waived the blue crab trap closure previously scheduled for Aug. 20-29, for all waters from Nassau through Volusia counties. Recreational and commercial blue crab traps may remain in the water during this period. -
FWC announces major contribution for new pier on Lake Montgomery in Lake City
Friday, August 12, 2022 - The pier project was made possible by a generous private donation from the Grace and Aloysius Harter Family Trust, managed by Rose Pavey, to the FWC through the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida. -
Brevard-Palm Beach blue crab trap closure ending early
Friday, August 12, 2022 - Recreational and commercial blue crab traps may be placed back in all waters of Brevard through Palm Beach counties starting Aug. 14. -
It’s time to apply for FWC’s School Fishing Club Program
Wednesday, August 10, 2022 - This grant program is focused on engaging youth anglers to ensure the future of fishing in Florida. -
East coast blue crab trap closures start Aug. 10
Wednesday, August 3, 2022 - Recreational and commercial blue crab traps must be removed from certain state waters on the east coast of Florida prior to Aug. 10, the first day of two 10-day trap closures occurring this month. -
FWC and City of Port St. Lucie working to improve fishing access and habitat at Peacock Park lake
Wednesday, August 3, 2022 - Earlier this year, the FWC and City of Port St. Lucie staff removed 4 acres of invasive Brazilian peppertree, treated 2 acres of invasive aquatic plants and planted native vegetation throughout the lake. -
Recreational and commercial spiny lobster season opens Aug. 6
Tuesday, August 2, 2022 - Learn more about bag limits, size limits, where to harvest, and other regulations at MyFWC.com/Marine by clicking on “Recreational Regulations” and “Lobster,” which is under the “Crabs, Lobster and other Shellfish” tab.