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Gray triggerfish reopens Sept. 1 in Gulf state and federal waters
Friday, August 28, 2020 - The recreational gray triggerfish season reopens to harvest in Gulf state and federal waters Sept. 1 and will remain open through Oct. 25, closing to harvest Oct. 26, 2020. -
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Are you an eco-minded fishing guide?
Thursday, August 27, 2020 - The Florida Friendly Fishing Guide certification recognizes saltwater and freshwater fishing guides who are committed to preserving the future of Florida’s fisheries through sustainable boating and fishing techniques. -
Gone Coastal: Lifejackets: Variety is the spice of safety
Thursday, August 20, 2020 - There's no excuse not to wear a lifejacket on the water! -
Gag grouper fall season opens Sept. 1 in Gulf 4-county region
Wednesday, August 19, 2020 - The gag grouper recreational season in Gulf state waters off Franklin, Wakulla, Jefferson and Taylor counties will open for harvest Sept. 1 through Dec. 31. -
Fellsmere Reservoir boat ramp to open Monday, Aug. 10
Friday, August 7, 2020 - The highly anticipated boat ramp, parking area and restrooms will provide anglers access to 10,000 acres of prime largemouth bass and other sport fishing opportunities. -
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Suspects arrested in gill netting case involving the netting of juvenile bottlenose dolphin and multiple fish species
Wednesday, August 5, 2020 - FWC officers concluded an investigation in Pinellas County that resulted in the arrest of two suspects, Yunior C. Rosales Morales and Yandie Concepcion, for the unlawful use of a monofilament entanglement net to take several species of fish and a juvenile bottlenose dolphin. -
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FWC’s TrophyCatch announces new Season 8 Hall of Fame leader
Tuesday, August 4, 2020 - This 15-pound, 2-ounce bass was recently caught in Polk County by Vance Mccullers. -
August blue crab trap closures for east coast of Florida canceled
Monday, August 3, 2020 - FWC has canceled the blue crab trap closures previously scheduled for Aug. 10-19 and 20-29, for all waters from Nassau through Palm Beach counties. Recreational and commercial blue crab traps may remain in the water during this period. -
Lionfish Challenge 2020 Update – July 30
Thursday, July 30, 2020 - The Lionfish Challenge has been extended. Participants will now have until Nov. 1 to submit their lionfish. -
Greater amberjack reopens to recreational harvest in Gulf waters Aug. 1
Tuesday, July 28, 2020 - This season is scheduled to remain open through Oct. 31 in Gulf state and federal waters.


