August 26, 2016

Lionfish Challenge Encourages Removal of Nearly 10,000 Lionfish So Far

August 26, 2016Published by Maura Jones
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News Release By Amanda Nalley | FWC A total of 9,216 lionfish have been removed from Florida waters so far thanks to participants in the Lionfish Challenge and Panhandle Pilot Program. Since the May 14 kickoff, 68 divers have entered the statewide Lionfish Challenge, which rewards divers for taking 50 or more […]
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July 25, 2016

Melt the Butter; Spiny Lobster Seasons Start Soon

July 25, 2016Published by Maura Jones
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The 2016 spiny lobster season opens with the two-day recreational sport season July 27 and 28, followed by the regular commercial and recreational lobster season, which starts Aug. 6 and runs through March 31. Planning on catching some of these tasty crustaceans? Here is what you need to know before you go. No one […]
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