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• Bay scallop season opens July 1 in Franklin – NW Taylor County region and Levy, Citrus, and Hernando counties

  Wednesday, June 26, 2024 -  Recreational harvesters need a Florida saltwater fishing license to harvest bay scallops unless they are exempt from needing a license or have a no-cost shoreline fishing license and are wading from shore to collect scallops .

• FWC: First prized bass caught in TrophyCatch pink tag contest

  Monday, June 24, 2024 -  Harry Linsinbigler IV caught a prized, pink-tagged bass (11 pounds, 4 ounces) in Lake Rochelle, one of the Northwest Winter Haven Chain of Lakes.

• ICYMI: Governor DeSantis Highlights Coral Reef Conservation Efforts and Enhancements to the 2024 Lobster Mini-Season and the 2024 Lionfish Challenge

  Wednesday, June 19, 2024 -  Through the FY 2024-2025 Focus on Florida’s Future Budget, the Governor invested a historic $57 million for coral reef restoration and coastal protection, bringing the total investment in these efforts in the Governor’s second term to over $114 million.

• 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.

• FWC’s Aquaculture in the Classroom has another successful year thanks to collaboration with Duke Energy Florida and Coastal Conservation Association

  Wednesday, June 12, 2024 -  The program teaches students the basic principles of aquaculture, marine research and how stock enhancement plays a role in supporting Florida’s marine fisheries.

• Bay Scallop season opens June 15 in the Fenholloway – Suwannee River Zone

  Wednesday, June 12, 2024 -  This includes all state waters in Dixie County, a portion of Taylor County including the towns of Keaton Beach and Steinhatchee, and a portion of Levy County.

• FWC: License-free Freshwater Fishing Weekend is June 8 and 9

  Tuesday, June 4, 2024 -  Florida residents and visitors of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to try recreational fishing on this special weekend and the FWC has helpful resources for new anglers to get started.

• FWC hosts inaugural Commercial Fishing Industry Summit

  Friday, May 31, 2024 -  The goal of the summit was to gather representatives from the industry to help develop a vision for the commercial fishing industry for the next five to 10 years.

• Five things you need to remember to enjoy your day of reef fishing

  Thursday, May 30, 2024 -  The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) shares five important things you need to remember for a successful day of reef fishing.

• Recreational harvest of gray triggerfish and greater amberjack closes in Gulf state waters June 1

  Wednesday, May 29, 2024 -  Seasonal harvest closures help conserve Florida’s valuable fisheries for the future.