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FWC reminds boaters National Safe Boating Week is May 20-26
Friday, May 19, 2023 - To reduce the number of boating accidents, the FWC encourages boaters to pay attention, maintain 360-degree awareness at all times and take a boater safety course. -
FWC seeks contracted nuisance alligator trapper for Jackson County
Monday, April 17, 2023 - Applicants must pass a criminal history check, have no fish or wildlife law violations and possess a valid, working email address. -
Be BearWise this spring
Thursday, April 6, 2023 - Residents and visitors alike can reduce the potential of negative interactions with bears and other wildlife by removing food attractants and following other BearWise® practices. -
Tips to safely co-exist with alligators
Monday, March 13, 2023 - Warmer temperatures mean alligators are more active and visible. The FWC recommends taking precautions when in and around the water. -
FWC encourages spring breakers to be safe and have fun while boating in Florida
Friday, March 10, 2023 - Life jackets save lives. Statistics show that drowning is the leading cause of death in boating accidents and that most people who drown in these accidents were not wearing a life jacket. -
Hurricane Ian derelict vessel removal efforts continue
Thursday, December 15, 2022 - Imagery from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has identified over 7,500 potentially displaced vessels. FWC officers have assessed over 4,200 vessels on the waters of the state. -
Boaters are encouraged to be on the lookout during right whale calving season
Friday, December 2, 2022 - Be on the lookout for North Atlantic right whales that are calving in state and federal waters off Florida, Georgia and South Carolina from November through April. -
FWC approves rule enabling grant-funded removal of at risk/public nuisance vessels
Thursday, December 1, 2022 - Removing at-risk/public nuisance vessels before they become derelict will save Florida taxpayers money. -
FWC approves rules establishing livery permit requirements and new boating safety education topics, requirements
Thursday, December 1, 2022 - The changes align FWC rules with recent legislative changes, will improve public safety and increase accountability related to liveries. -
FWC now accepting applications for newly created Vessel Turn-In Program
Monday, November 28, 2022 - VTIP is a voluntary program designed to help owners dispose of their unwanted at-risk vessels before they become derelict.