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• Lang Lake closed from Oct. 15 – Jan. 31

  Monday, October 5, 2020 -  Eagle Lake Fish Management Area remains open.

• FWC’s TrophyCatch announces Eyeball Challenge results

  Tuesday, September 29, 2020 -  The Eyeball Challenge asked anglers to estimate the weights of bass in three separate challenges, each with a series of photos.

• Fish Rules App now expanded to include freshwater regulations

  Wednesday, September 2, 2020 -  The FWC encourages anglers to use the app whenever they are fishing to stay up to date on fishing regulations as well as help them identify their catch.

• FWC certifies new state record flathead catfish 

  Monday, August 31, 2020 -  FWC biologists certified a new state record flathead catfish weighing 69.9 pounds, measuring 48.5 inches long, with a girth of 38.25 inches, caught by Lavon Nowling from Santa Rosa County.

• 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.

• 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.

• FWC stocks Lake Marian with largemouth bass

  Wednesday, July 1, 2020 -  In June, the FWC's Division of Freshwater Fisheries Management stocked almost 7,000 largemouth bass fingerlings in Lake Marian to further enhance the species’ population.

• FWC enhances Lake George by planting eelgrass

  Monday, June 22, 2020 -  The eelgrass was planted within fenced enclosures to protect the new plants until they are established. These planted areas will provide valuable habitat for many fish and wildlife species.

• Find FWC fishing regulations on your phone via Fish Rules App 

  Thursday, June 18, 2020 -  FWC is now partnering with Fish Rules App for its saltwater fishing regulations, and a freshwater app is on its way.

• FWC’s TrophyCatch celebrates 10,000 catches

  Tuesday, June 16, 2020 -  The TrophyCatch program rewards anglers who provide documentation of their catch and release of largemouth bass weighing 8 pounds or heavier in Florida.