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• 8 things you definitely want to know about Florida’s wildlife management system

  Tuesday, January 5, 2021 -  WMAs are managed to conserve a variety of wildlife species and provide outdoor recreation opportunities.

• FWC: Gov. DeSantis’ leadership increases our conservation successes

  Wednesday, December 23, 2020 -  There have been many achievements this year thanks to the Governor’s leadership and teamwork among stakeholders and partners.

• FWC approves draft rule amendment related to chronic wasting disease

  Friday, December 18, 2020 -  The draft rule amendment would prohibit importing or possessing whole carcasses or high-risk parts of deer, elk, moose, caribou and all other species of the deer family originating from any place outside of Florida.

• In celebration of holiday hunting traditions

  Monday, December 7, 2020 -  Enjoying the outdoors with loved ones is especially important during a year as challenging as this one.

• Why we need to unite against chronic wasting disease and prevent it from entering Florida

  Tuesday, November 3, 2020 -  This infectious disease of the brain and central nervous system is always fatal for members of the deer family and there’s no known cure or effective vaccine.

• Test your knowledge about treestand safety

  Thursday, October 1, 2020 -  You can stay safe when hunting from an elevated platform by following a few simple precautions.

• Access to Everglades complex of wildlife management areas temporarily restricted due to high water

  Tuesday, September 29, 2020 -  These restrictions are needed to reduce stress to area wildlife caused by high water levels that force them to take refuge on tree islands and levees.

• Contracted nuisance alligator trapper sought for Pinellas County

  Wednesday, September 23, 2020 -  Applicants must pass a criminal history check, have no fish or wildlife law violations and possess a valid, working email address.

• Reducing the risk of CWD spreading into Florida through requirements on importing deer carcasses

  Tuesday, September 1, 2020 -  Knowing and following the requirements for importing harvested deer, elk, moose, caribou and other members of the deer family are important ways you can help protect Florida deer populations.

• High water prompts restrictions at wildlife management areas in Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade counties

  Wednesday, August 12, 2020 -  This action is needed to reduce stress to area wildlife caused by high water levels that force them to take refuge on tree islands and levees.