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Boating safety alert: FWC urges caution following Hurricane Helene
Thursday, October 3, 2024 - Boaters are reminded that the storm has impacted many of Florida’s coastal and inland waterways. -
FWC Commissioners approve amendment making derelict vessel removals easier for local governments
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - The FWC proposed a block grant funding option within the existing program to allow an additional reimbursement option for ongoing vessel removals in areas that remove a substantial number of DVs annually. -
FWC reminds boaters to stay safe on Florida’s waterways over Labor Day weekend
Thursday, August 29, 2024 - To reduce the number of boating accidents, the FWC encourages boaters to pay attention, always maintain 360-degree awareness and take a boater safety course. -
FWC unravels organized fraud case involving Florida’s prized Osceola turkey, leading to multiple felony charges against four individuals
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - FWC's Division of Law Enforcement charged four individuals involved in a fraudulent scheme to defraud hunters seeking Osceola turkey hunts. -
FWC celebrates 25 years serving the people and wildlife of Florida
Monday, July 1, 2024 - The FWC and its staff would like to thank all its partners, stakeholders, volunteers and others who have helped make it one of the foremost conservation agencies in the country. -
FWC participating in Operation Dry Water for heightened BUI enforcement, education on the dangers of impaired boating
Monday, June 24, 2024 - The mission of Operation Dry Water is to reduce the number of alcohol- and drug-related incidents and fatalities on the water. -
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 partners with NOAA and U.S. Coast Guard for sea turtle protection training
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 - A series of patrols and offshore boardings focused on inspecting TEDs and ensuring compliance with federal and state fishing regulations. -
Assistant Statewide Prosecutor Robert Miller named 2024 FWC Division of Law Enforcement Prosecutor of the Year
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - Miller has shown a keen interest in the complexities of the FWC’s resource-related cases and has applied his 20 years of prosecutorial experience to bring violators to justice. -
FWC, local, state and federal agencies thwart human smugglers offshore Miami-Dade County
Monday, April 22, 2024 - Aboard a 60-foot yacht were approximately 30 migrants of Haitian nationality and two alleged human smugglers. All were taken into custody and turned over to the U.S. Coast Guard for repatriation.