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6th Annual Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup: Saturday, July 27, 2013 It’s time for the 6th Annual Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup! …

Treat Yourself to a Night Out

The darkness is the likes of which we rarely see in this illuminated 21st century. The wind is still, the …

An electrifying way to study fish

Florida Fish Busters’ Bulletin – July 2013 By Bob Wattendorf Not everyone can step up to the bow of a …

Commercial Harvest of Jacks in South Atlantic Closes on June 18, 2013

June 13, 2013             Commercial Harvest of Jacks in South Atlantic Closes on June 18, 2013 …

FWC permanently waives license requirement for lionfish harvest

At its June 12 meeting in Lakeland, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) adopted changes that will waive …

Tarpon, bonefish to become catch-and-release only; FWC considers tarpon gear modifications

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), at its June 12 meeting in Lakeland, approved a proposal to make …

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Early June Adventures at Merritt Reservoir, Nebraska

Early June at Merritt Reservoir in Nebraska offers a prime window for anglers as post-spawn fish settle into summer patterns. Walleye, bass, perch, and catfish all become more active around weed edges, points, and channel breaks, creating steady action across the lake’s diverse structure and scenic Sandhills setting.

A Migration Surprise By: Wes Tallyn

Every year, spring bird migration brings lots of surprise visitors to Florida. This year was a fairly slow year as far …

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.

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