If you suspect a wildlife or boating law violation, report it to the FWC's Wildlife Alert Reward Program: 888-404-FWCC (3922).
Cell phone users can reach us at *FWC or #FWC, depending on your service provider.
If your information results in an arrest, you may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000. See Reward Categories for details.
Report violations via text message.
Most cell phones allow users to send text messages directly to an email address. You can text Tip@MyFWC.com; standard usage fees may apply.
To be eligible for a reward...
You must obtain a confidential code number to be eligible for a reward. When reporting violations online, a code number will be sent to the email address you provide. If you do not wish to provide an email address, please call 888-404-FWCC to obtain a code number. The telephones are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
You may remain anonymous. You will not be required to testify in court. You may or may not be contacted for additional information, depending on your preference. It is important to report violations as soon as possible and provide as much detail as you can about the physical descriptions of violators, vehicles, license tag numbers, etc.
Examples of violations
- Illegal hunting
- Taking saltwater game fish out of season
- Taking protected wildlife species
- Boating under the influence
To report a nuisance alligator call 866-FWC-GATOR (866-392-4286).
If you suspect FWC fraud, waste, abuse or employee misconduct, report it to the FWC's Inspector General.
“Run Wild” 5K
Wildlife Alert’s 3rd annual “Run Wild” 5K will be held September 28, 2013 at Apalachee Regional Trail Park (7550 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, FL). The race will benefit the Wildlife Alert Reward Program.
To participate in the race, please mail in the below flyer OR sign-up online.
Mail flyer to:
Wildlife Alert
620 South Meridian Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399
or
Sign-Up ONLINE
(http://www.active.com/running/tallahasse-fl/wildlife-alert-run-wild-5k-2013)
If you need additional race information or would like to become a sponsor or volunteer, please contact Ms. Kelly Daire, at 850-488-6253 or Kelly.Daire@MyFWC.com
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