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Public meetings to discuss chronic wasting disease Sept. 19 and Oct. 10

FWC, FDACS and partner agencies to conduct two additional public meetings to discuss new regulations to slow the spread of chronic wasting disease in north Florida. Following confirmation of a positive test for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a single white-tailed deer in Holmes County, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) have scheduled two additional public meetings in Bonifay and Marianna. The meetings will provide information about chronic wasting...

Public meeting to discuss chronic wasting disease in north Florida July 6 in Bonifay

Following confirmation of a positive test for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a white-tailed deer in Holmes County, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) have scheduled a public meeting in Bonifay. The meeting will provide information about chronic wasting disease and an opportunity for area residents to ask questions about CWD and CWD management strategies. Details for the public meeting are as follows: Thursday, July 6 6 p.m. to...

Operation Outdoor Freedom expands program at Pine Log State Forest

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) Florida Forest Service is creating a very special place for wounded veterans to enjoy the great outdoors in northwest Florida. In 2021, the FDACS acquired 620 acres adjoining the western portion of Pine Log State Forest to be used for creating hunting and recreation opportunities for Florida’s wounded veterans. Under the direction of Operation Outdoor Freedom, the acreage along Pine Log Creek will be facilitated for special events for the veterans...

Welcome to Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop

Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S • Freeport, Florida 32439 (850) 835-4277 “The local’s shop and the tourists are welcome!” ~ Since 1982 ~ Copeland’s Gun Shop in Freeport is your source for hunting equipment/supplies, fishing tackle, and bait shop! Store hours: Mon. – Fri.: 6 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sat.: 6 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sun.: Closed ::MAP:: Hunting: Copeland’s is a Mathews dealer! • Rifles, shotguns, handguns and ammunition • Archery bows and equipment...

FWC to meet Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 in Panama City Beach

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will meet in person Nov. 30-Dec.1 at Bluegreen’s Bayside Resort and Spa, 4144 Jan Cooley Drive, Panama City Beach, FL, 32408. The meeting begins at 8:30 a.m. CST each day and is open to the public. The FWC is committed to providing opportunity for public input. There are several opportunities prior to the Commission meeting to provide comments. Also, time is allotted for public speakers at the Commission meeting. Public speaking is...

FWC public meeting in Destin Dec. 15-16

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will meet in person December 15-16 at The Henderson Beach Resort, 200 Henderson Resort Way, Destin, Florida 32541. The meeting begins at 8:30 a.m. CT each day and is open to the public. The FWC is committed to providing opportunity for public input. There are several opportunities prior to the Commission meeting to provide comments. Also, time is allotted for public speakers at the Commission meeting. Additionally, at the end of the...

FWC temporarily prohibits take of freshwater softshell turtles and yellow-bellied sliders

FWC temporarily prohibits take of freshwater softshell turtles and yellow-bellied sliders On Aug. 26, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) issued executive order #21-19 that states the take or transport of all freshwater softshell turtle species or yellow-bellied sliders is currently prohibited until the order is repealed. These temporary regulation changes were made to help conserve freshwater turtle species that continue to be affected by a fatal disease caused by a virus called Turtle Bunyavirus (TBV). The virus...