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FWC Discusses Extended Spawning Closure Inside Special Permit Zone

At its December meeting in Gainesville, the FWC discussed a draft change to extend the spawning season closure for permit inside the Special Permit Zone.

100,000 Pounds of Gizzard Shad Removed Lake Apopka

The St. Johns River Water Management District funds the harvest to help restore water quality and improving habitat for desirable game fish.

Oyster Restoration Season

It’s oyster restoration season again and as temperatures start to fall volunteers will be constructing oyster modules for placement around the Indian River Lagoon. 

A Paddling Mini-Vacation

By Mike Hammond With cooler weather here, camping along the Calusa Blueway becomes a delight. One of our favorite campgrounds …

Connect the Dots

By Kelly Melillo Sweeting Do you ever look up at the night sky and search for your favorite constellation? Look …

View from Rookery Bay

By Dr. Judith Hushon In the weeks since Irma, the weather has been beautiful out on Rookery Bay, usually with …

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Haddrell’s Point and Tackle Offshore Report – May

Conservation-Minded May Conservation-Minded by Captain Mike Able, Contributing Writer The month of May brings many opportunities to the outdoor enthusiast! …

Topsail – May 2026

I’m going talk about a basic lure that should be in everyone’s tackle box if fishing inshore. That is the …

Crystal Coast – May 2026

By now the Anglers of the Crystal Coast of NC are super excited that Spring fishing is in full swing! …

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