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Grouper fishing reopens May 1 in Atlantic, Monroe Co. waters

April 23, 2013 

The season will remain open until Jan. 1, 2014. 

Bay County fishing opportunities expanded

April 23, 2013 

62 artificial reef structures were added at 19 locations. 

Marine fisheries rule cleanup webinars, call-in workshops planned for this week

April 22, 2013 

Public input sought - April 22 and 24 at 6 p.m. EDT. 

Lake Gibson’s under-the-radar bass fishery

April 18, 2013 

This small lake may be one of the best in the state for bass fishing. 

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. 

Jacksonville man dies in boating accident off Little Talbot Island State Park

April 17, 2013 

Large wave knocks 2 men out of boat; second man swims to shore. 

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