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Join the FWC for an open house on the Harris Chain of Lakes (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission)

Public Technologies 16 Jan 2026
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is hosting an open house on the Harris Chain of Lakes ... FWC biologists will showcase a variety of research and management projects taking place throughout the Harris Chain of Lakes.
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Florida black-bear hunt exposes emotional divisions among animal-rights activists and hunters

The Miami Herald 14 Jan 2026
Most people who won permits to participate in the first Florida black bear hunt since 2015 came away empty-handed. Jeff Nemeth wasn’t one of them — he and his son killed a 503-pound bear on a private plot in the Panhandle last month ... .
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FWC tight-lipped on bear hunt breakdown; can taxidermists help?

Tallahassee Democrat 13 Jan 2026
“A full harvest report with that information will be available in the coming months,” FWC spokesperson Shannon Knowles said when asked how many hunters harvested a panhandle bear.
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After a tragedy, boaters will find new speed zones in Fort Lauderdale

The Miami Herald 10 Jan 2026
What to know about the change on the water ... .
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FWC invites the public to attend Lake Okeechobee listening sessions (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission)

Public Technologies 06 Jan 2026
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will host two public listening sessions to gather community input on the management of fish, wildlife and habitat on Lake Okeechobee.
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A smaller bear slaughter. Tell us more, FWC | Editorial

Sun Sentinel 01 Jan 2026
The last time the FWC officially counted bear noses was in 2015, when it came up with a population estimate of 4,000 ... As reported by the FWC, the number of bears killed this year was far less than anyone expected.
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FWC releases results of 2025 black bear hunt. How many bears were killed?

Daily Commercial 31 Dec 2025
According to the FWC, "hunting allows the FWC to start managing population growth rates for the Bear Management Units" with the largest bear subpopulations to balance population numbers with "suitable habitat.".
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FWC Announces 2025 Achievements in Conservation (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission)

Public Technologies 31 Dec 2025
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) announced significant milestones achieved in 2025, as Florida continues to be a national leader in conservation and outdoor recreation under the stewardship of Governor Ron DeSantis.
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FWC releases results of 2025 black bear hunt (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission)

Public Technologies 30 Dec 2025
After FWC staff presented options on ... All harvested bears were physically checked by FWC staff and bear response contractors, providing valuable data that will influence future management strategies.
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Treasure Coast nets two Florida FWC fishing records in 2025

TCPalm 30 Dec 2025
Joel Hierholzer earned the all-tackle record for Atlantic bonito with his 9.56 pounder he caught off Stuart on April 27, according to the FWC ... The Florida Saltwater State Records program approved 18 new records this year, according to the FWC.
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Florida closes recreational fishing of grouper in January

The Miami Herald 28 Dec 2025
Florida announces January closures for certain fish ... .
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FWC biologists assess Florida panther kittens. See adorable photos

Naples Daily News 24 Dec 2025
The FWC asks that you report and share sightings and evidence of a Florida panther with them ... of the peninsula and even into Georgia, its core population is found south of Lake Okeechobee, says FWC.
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While FWC is mum on black bear kills, Naples taxidermist has two from south Florida

News-Press - Fort Myers 22 Dec 2025
Some stuff comes from the northern states and then some are locals who send us stuff when they get something."FWC not sharing info about the black bear hunt ... The FWC is allowing bear hunting in four zones.
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