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Springtime Brings Close Encounters With Manatees
As springtime arrives, chances increase that manatees and boaters will have close encounters. Boaters can enjoy opportunities to observe one …
Florida’s stone crab season closes May 16, 2015
The commercial and recreational harvest of stone crab claws in Florida closes on May 16, with the last day of harvest on May 15. Stone crab season will reopen on Oct. 15. This 5-month closure occurs each year during the species’ peak spawning season to help conserve and sustain Florida’s valuable stone crab resource.
Bonefish and Tarpon Trust calls for petition signatures in support of two proposed Bahamian National Parks
Proposals to create National Parks for habitat protection for Grand Bahama Island and Abaco are now on the desk of the Prime Minister of the Bahamas. BTT asks you to support the efforts of our Bahamas collaborators – Bahamas National Trust, Friends of the Environment, Abaco Fly Fishing Guides Association, and the lodges and fishing guides on these islands – by making your voice heard.
FWC UPDATE: Guy Harvey hard-card license and season updates
The “I DO” campaign features images of real Floridians who support conservation by purchasing a Florida hunting or fishing license.Oyster Restoration: From restaurant to reef, all in the name of improving habitats
What’s the point of devoting money and manpower to extensive oyster reef restoration if we can’t eat them? Simply put, oysters are hardly a one-trick pony. Here’s a quick rundown of the benefits of our local oysters, even though we can’t slurp them down with Tabasco and a cold beer.
