March 4, 2012

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FWC seeking angler assistance in tarpon study

Tarpon genetics study ongoing    By Stan Kirkland, FWC This week I had the good fortune to attend a half-day workshop on tarpon biology and management at the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve in Eastpoint. There were several speakers but I particularly wanted to hear the comments of Dr. Kathryn Guindon, a research scientist  with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Fish and Wildlife Research Institute in St. Petersburg. There were probably 30 people in attendance, including tarpon fishing...

Alaqua Animal Refuge furever friends of the week

What’s better than a cute Cocker Spaniel? Why, two of them of course! Both these beauties have been spayed and given microchips as well as all their vaccinations. And although they are currently being treated for heartworm, they will be ready for adoption in a few more weeks. So this is a heads up for all interested special someones out there to get their names on the list of potential forever companions. Bella and Buffy play very well with other...

Rehabilitated bald eagle released at Hammock Bay in Freeport

Raptor released close to where rescued A rehabilitated American bald eagle was released at Hammock Bay Mar. 2 by members of Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge. The eagle was discovered injured at a residence near Whitfield Road in Freeport Jan. 31. The raptor had suffered lacerations to the abdomen, head and beak with a portion of the maxillary rostrum (upper beak) damaged. The source of the injuries was never determined. Once rehabilitated, the Refuge worked with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service...

Second Annual It’s A Spring Thing at Camp Helen State Park Mar. 31

Interactive event fun for the entire family Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Department of Environmental Protection’s Camp Helen State Park and the Friends of Camp Helen State Park, Inc. present the Second Annual “IT’S A SPRING THING” a fun interactive event that promotes a variety of activities and resources available in the Bay County and surrounding areas. Multiple agencies and area businesses will have interactive, educational and informative booths set up to help visitors find out about the...