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FWC approves draft revisions to Broward, Pinellas boating safety zones

April 18, 2013 

Final consideration will take place at the June meeting. 

FWC updates permit guidelines as gopher tortoises start springtime maneuvers

April 18, 2013 

Changes reflect input from stakeholders, will be consistent with updated management plan. 

Shikar-Safari honors FWC Officer of the Year Bryan Fugate

April 18, 2013 

Monroe County officer recognized for skills, ingenuity, dedication, positive attitude. 

Commission repeals Collier County spearing bans

April 17, 2013 

Collier Board County Commissioners requested the action. 

Proposal would make tarpon, bonefish catch-and-release only

April 17, 2013 

Final public hearing will come in June. 

FWC to permanently waive license requirement for lionfish harvest

April 17, 2013 

Lionfish are a nonnative, invasive species that negatively impac native saltwater fish and wildlife. 

FWC moves ahead with easier-to-follow marine fisheries regulations

April 17, 2013 

Goals are consistency in regulations and clarity in language. 

Commission sets 2013 Gulf recreational red snapper season in state waters

April 17, 2013 

Season begins June 1, ends July 14. 

FWC welcomes new commissioner

April 17, 2013 

Adrien Bo Rivard is from Panama City. 

An FWC ‘North Star’ receives achievement award

April 17, 2013 

Greg Holder honored for nearly 33 years of initiatives and leadership. 

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