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Mustad Fishing Partners Up With ‘Catch a Florida Memory’ Program
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s “Catch a Florida Memory” Saltwater Angler Recognition Program announced a new partner this week.
“It is our immense pleasure to announce the addition of Mustad Fishing as a...
Bonafide Fishing, YakAttack Partner Up to ‘Catch a Florida Memory’
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s "Catch a Florida Memory" Saltwater Angler Recognition Program announced two new partners this week.
“It is with great excitement that we are pleased to announce two new Catch...
Casey DeSantis Launches This Year’s Florida Python Challenge
At the end of last week, First Lady Casey DeSantis joined hundreds of competitors to kick off the 2022 Florida Python Challenge.
More than 800 participants from 32 states and Canada are beginning their search...
Ron DeSantis Approves 10 Land and Conservation Easement Acquisitions Totaling More Than 17,000 Acres
This week, Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet approved 10 land and conservation easement acquisitions to protect Florida’s natural environment.
The properties, totaling more than 17,000 acres, will be managed and monitored by the...
FWC Charges 10 Suspects for Gill Netting 500 Pounds of Fish
Last week, Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) announced the arrest of 10 individuals from Atlanta for the unlawful use of a monofilament entanglement net (gill net) for the take of several species of...
Ileana Garcia, Adam Botana Team Up on Boating Safety Act in Tallahassee
This week, state Sen. Ileana Garcia, R-Miami, and state Rep. Adam Botana, R-Bonita Springs, showcased their proposed “Boating Safety Act.”
Garcia, who presented it to the state Senate Committee on Environment and Natural Resources on...
Matt Willhite Unveils Proposal to Waive Fishing, Hunting Permit Fees for Florida Military Members,...
Last week, state Rep. Matt Willhite, D-Wellington, showcased his proposal “to provide military service members and veterans a discount on hunting and fishing licenses in Florida” including offering “active military and honorably discharged veterans...
News from Around Florida
Volusia County Woman Accidentally Receives $3.4 Million from COVID Economic Revitalization Grant
Amy Williams of Holly Hill claims she received a $3.4 million economic revitalization grant intended for restaurants recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. According...
Nikki Fried Wants FWS to Reclassify West Indian Manatee as Endangered Species
This week, Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried formally requested the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) work expeditiously to reclassify the West Indian manatee as an endangered species.
FWS is currently conducting its 5-year status...
Vern Buchanan Continues to Call for More Federal Protections for Manatees
This week, a congressman from Florida showcased his proposal offering manatees the highest level of federal protection.
Back in August, U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Fla., introduced a proposal to move West Indian manatees from threatened...
Ron DeSantis and Cabinet Approve Florida Forever Land Acquisitions, Conservation Easements
This week, Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet approved seven Florida Forever land acquisitions and conservation easements that will protect Florida’s natural environments in Hardee, Hendry, Indian River, Leon, Okeechobee and Santa Rosa...
Florida Congressmen Champion the Manatee Protection Act
Two congressmen from the Sunshine State have introduced a proposal offering manatees the highest level of federal protection.
At the end of last week, U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Fla., introduced a proposal to move West...
