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Florida Issues
Stop Federal Mismanagement in the South Atlantic
Is the South Atlantic Fisheries Management Council heading down the same road as the Gulf of Mexico?
Fight the Biscayne National Park Closure
The National Park Service has announced a plan to lock fishermen out of over 10,000 acres of public water.
Restore the Everglades
For the last 30+ years, people have been talking about how to “re-plumb” the Everglades.
Stand Up for Gulf Red Snapper Fishing
Federal mismanagement of the Gulf of Mexico red snapper fishery has led to shortened seasons, in-fighting, and controversy.
Possible Fishing Closures in the Florida Keys
The Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary is currently developing changes to its General Management Plan that may significantly impact recreational fishing access.
Latest Highlights
Florida Hosts Final 2018 License-Free Saltwater Fishing Day on November 24
Keep Florida Fishing Invites Residents, Visitors to Participate in License-Free Fishing
Keep Florida Fishing’s new “Keys Family Vacation” video to promote fishing and tourism
#FloridaKeysNOW ensures that the Keys remain the perfect destination for your next family vacation
Video – Florida Keys Family Vacation
Take your next family vacation at one of the world’s most iconic fishing destinations. The Florida Keys are ready for you.
Keep Florida Fishing Statement on President Trump Approving America’s Water Infrastructure Act
We thank President Trump, Congress and all who have supported this bipartisan legislation.
Calendar of Events
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The #recreational harvest of #redgrouper in #SouthAtlantic federal waters will close on Wednesday, Dec. 12. Check out why the closure is happening and read what the regulations are during the closure at NOAA Fisheries Service ➡️
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WHAT/WHEN: The recreational harvest of red grouper in South Atlantic federal waters will close at 12:01 a.m., local time, December 12, 2018. Recreational harvest will open at 12:01 a.m. (local time) on May 1, 2019. WHY THIS CLOSURE IS HAPPENING:Fun Fact: A coral’s diet consists of nutrients from a zooxanthellae produce. The surface of a coral’s tentacles has thousands of stinging cells called cnidoblasts. When zooxanthellae floats/swims past, the tentacles fire their stinging cells, killing the prey. #IYOR2018
Harvest season for #snook closes Dec. 15 in Atlantic. MyFWC #fishing #Florida
Snook harvest seasonal closure in Atlantic starts Dec. 15
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Suggested Tweet: Harvest season for #snook closes Dec. 15 in Atlantic. @MyFWC: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/FLFFWCC/bulletins/2217f7e #fishing #Florida‼️ATTN ANGLERS‼️With Congress about to adjourn for the year, we have the opportunity to help push four important bills across the finish line.
✅ Modern Fish Act • Help for Wildlife Act • Sportsmen’s Act • Driftnet Modernization and Bycatch Reduction Act •
Send a message to Congress today and tell them to approve these important bills >>> bit.ly/2G4dfOw
South Atlantic Fishery Management Council
Recreational harvest of red grouper in federal waters of the South Atlantic will close December 12, 2018.Due to red grouper stock rebuilding concerns, the Council reduced the annual catch limit via Abbreviated Framework Amendment 1. Recreational landings have exceeded the annual catch limit and, as a result, the fishery will close for the remainder of the year.
The annual spawning closure for shallow-water groupers is January through April, so recreational red grouper harvest will reopen May 1, 2019.
www.fisheries.noaa.gov/bulletin/recreational-closure-red-grouper-south-atlantic-federal-waters-de...
