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• Temporary Closure of Pasco Zone for 2024 Regional Bay Scallop Season

  Wednesday, July 24, 2024 -  This precautionary measure is due to the detection of saxitoxin and Pyrodinium bahamanse at levels exceeding the safety thresholds established by the National Shellfish Sanitation Program.

• FWC reminds boaters and divers to use and be on the lookout for divers-down flags

  Wednesday, July 17, 2024 -  Divers-down flags and buoys are crucial warning devices used by divers and dive vessels to signal the presence of divers in the water.

• Bay scallop season opens July 10 in the Pasco Zone

  Tuesday, July 9, 2024 -  This includes all state waters south of the Hernando-Pasco county line and north of the Anclote Key Lighthouse in northern Pinellas County, including all waters of the Anclote River.

• Boat safe, boat sober: FWC officers to promote awareness and heightened enforcement for boating under the influence during Operation Dry Water

  Tuesday, July 2, 2024 -  Operation Dry Water weekend takes place July 4-6.

• ICYMI: Florida State Guard Demonstrates Increased Statewide Capability to Serve Floridians This Coming Hurricane Season

  Monday, July 1, 2024 -  After officially launching four operational units, the FSG exercised new ground, maritime, and aviation capabilities during the activation of over 300 personnel.

• 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 removes 100th vessel through Vessel Turn-In Program created last year

  Monday, June 17, 2024 -  VTIP is a key component of Florida’s derelict vessel prevention program. This voluntary program is designed to help owners dispose of their unwanted at-risk vessels before they become derelict.

• 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.

• Bears in unexpected places and what you should do

  Thursday, June 6, 2024 -  Spring marks a general increase in activity for bears after limited movements in winter.

• Governor Ron DeSantis issues proclamation for Water Safety Month and Safe Boating Week in Florida

  Wednesday, May 22, 2024 -  We are grateful for his recognition of this important month and week urging Floridians and visitors to safely enjoy Florida’s beautiful waterways.