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• 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.

• Be BearWise this fall, secure garbage and other foods

  Monday, September 28, 2020 -  Protect both people and bears by securing garbage and other items that might attract these animals to your yard or neighborhood.

• 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.

• Florida landowner nationally recognized for conservation efforts

  Tuesday, September 22, 2020 -  The Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies has recognized Doug Moore and the South Prong Plantation in Baker County with the Private Lands Fish and Wildlife Stewardship Award.

• FWC seeking feedback on draft invasive species rules

  Wednesday, September 16, 2020 -  Beginning Sept. 29, staff will be holding 10 online workshops to present proposed rule changes and collect public comment on this important topic.

• Everglades and Holey Land WMAs reopen for most recreational opportunities

  Thursday, September 10, 2020 -  Due to receding water levels, the FWC reopened Everglades and Francis S. Taylor and Holey Land Wildlife Management Areas to most recreational opportunities Thursday, Sept. 10.

• FWC announces new way to report gopher tortoise sightings

  Tuesday, September 8, 2020 -  To report a tortoise sighting or notify the FWC of a sick, injured or dead tortoise, simply visit MyFWC.com/GopherTortoise and click on the button that reads “Report Gopher Tortoise Sightings.”

• Help sea turtles survive: FWC offers tips on helping hatchlings

  Thursday, September 3, 2020 -  The FWC is asking the public to help ensure these tiny turtles reach the ocean by following a few simple guidelines.

• FWC and DEP recognize significance of historic legislation

  Friday, August 14, 2020 -  The Great American Outdoors Act provides $900 million a year in guaranteed funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund, further benefiting our parks and wildlife refuges.

• 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.