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International Sawfish Day is October 17

On October 17, 2020 the fourth International Sawfish Day will be celebrated. Participating aquariums, museums, zoos, schools, conservation agencies, and research groups will hold celebrations and events, joining together to spread the word about sawfish.

Fish Rules App now expanded to include freshwater regulations

The wait is over! Fish Rules App now includes freshwater fishing regulations. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) …

Paul Jacquin and Sons Reef Complex post deployment monitoring survey

Paul Jacquin and Sons Artificial Reef Complex already adding diversity of habitat and has expanded fish stocks.

Kiawah to Edisto Island Fishing Report For September – Capt John Ward

Shorter days cooler temperatures that’s September, hopefully the start of college football and kids going back to school begins the …

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12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament May 29th – May 31st, 2026

The 12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament returns to Key Largo May 29–31, 2026, bringing together anglers from across the region for an exciting weekend of offshore fishing, big payouts, dockside festivities, and Florida Keys camaraderie.

Retention Limit Adjustment: Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Angling Category Fishery

NOAA Fisheries is adjusting the Atlantic bluefin tuna daily retention limits for recreational fishermen. The adjusted limits will take effect June 1, 2026, and extend through December 31, 2026, unless modified by later action. NOAA Fisheries may need to take additional action later in the year to further adjust the retention limits or close the fishery.

FWC announces winners of the School Fishing Program’s Fishing & Conservation Challenge

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) School Fishing Program congratulates the winners of the Fishing & Conservation Challenge. This pastschool year, students across the state completed various projects focused on conservation and ethical angling such as cleaning up their local waterway, practicing catch and release, and passing on their knowledge of fishing to younger students.