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Spiny lobster season starts soon

July 22, 2023 – The 2023 spiny lobster season opens with the two-day recreational mini-season on July 26 and 27, followed by the regular commercial and recreational lobster season, which starts Aug. 6 and runs through March 31, 2024. Learn more about bag limits, size limits, where to harvest and other regulations at MyFWC.com/Marine by clicking on “Recreational Regulations” and “Lobster,” under the “Crabs, Lobster and other Shellfish” tab. If you plan to lobster in the Keys, another great resource is the Monroe...

Walton County fishing report for July 13

Fishing is good! Bay: Redfish, a few small trout, a good amount of black snapper, and black drum along with batifish. River: Shellcracker, catfish and a few bass. A bit muddy from the rain. Offshore. Everything. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S, Freeport, Florida 32439...

Walton county fishing report for July 1

Fishing is good! Bay: Redfish, a few small trout, a good amount of black snapper, a few black drum River: Mixed reports. It’s hot out there. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S, Freeport, Florida 32439 (850) 835-4277 Store hours: Mon. – Fri.: 6 a.m. –...

Bay scallop season openings for 2023 season

The 2023 recreational bay scallop season for Franklin, Wakulla, Jefferson, a portion of northwest Taylor, Levy, Citrus and Hernando counties opens July 1 and will remain open through Sept. 24. This includes Carrabelle, Lanark, St. Marks, Cedar Key, Crystal River and Homosassa. The daily bag limit is 2 gallons of whole bay scallops in the shell or 1 pint of bay scallop meat per person, with a maximum of 10 gallons of whole bay scallops in the shell or 1/2...

Walton county fishing report for June 21

Fishing is good! Bay: Redfish, trout, black snapper, a few black drum River: Crappie, bass Offshore: Everything you can imagine Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S, Freeport, Florida 32439 (850) 835-4277 Store hours: Mon. – Fri.: 6 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sat.: 6 a.m. –...

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...

Walton County fishing report for June 9

Fishing is good! Bay: Redfish, trout (mostly undersized), black snapper. River: River still on fire. Bream, shellcracker, catfish. Surf: Whiting, pompano, redfish Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S, Freeport, Florida 32439 (850) 835-4277 Store hours: Mon. – Fri.: 6 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sat.: 6...

Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic June 21-25

Experience the ultimate sport fishing tournament at the 21st Annual Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic, held at Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort. In addition to deep-sea angling and the chance to win cash prizes, participants and their families can enjoy a range of onshore activities at the resort and The Village of Baytowne Wharf. A full schedule of events can be found at the website below. Website: fishecbc.com Address: 9300 Emerald Coast Parkway W., Miramar Beach Phone: (910) 264-3947...