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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 License-Free Saltwater Fishing Day on September 1
Keep Florida Fishing Invites Residents, Visitors to Participate in License-Free Fishing
Anglers can keep red snapper for two weekends in August
For two consecutive weekends, recreational anglers fishing federal waters of the South Atlantic, will be able to keep one red snapper per angler per day.
Modern Fish Act Offers Hope
While federal fisheries law (the Magnuson-Stevens Act) has been successful in preventing overfishing, it has never been adapted to fit recreational fishing.
ASA and KFF Host Florida U.S. Senate Candidate Forum at World’s Largest Sportfishing Trade Show
American Sportfishing Association, Keep Florida Fishing Host Florida U.S. Senate Candidate Forum at World’s Largest Sportfishing Trade Show (ORLANDO, Fla.)...
Calendar of Events
Facebook Posts
The Treasure Coast is literally dying while the Water Resources Development Act—which has already passed the House with broad bipartisan support—continues to languish in the Senate. That’s why I’m calling on Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to bring this bill to the Senate floor for a vote IMMEDIATELY. Read the full letter here:
ANGLERS‼️Florida’s #Everglades need your support! Ask Sen. Bill Nelson and Marco Rubio to authorize the Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) Reservoir in the 2018 Water Resources Development Act (#WRDA) Show your support ➡️
Support Everglades Restoration
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Restoring the Everglades' historic water flows is a huge task that requires sustained forward progress on numerous projects. One such project is the new Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) Reservoir. The reservoir plan was recently submitted...Our community simply cannot afford to wait any longer for the federal resources needed to fix the environmental disaster caused by Lake Okeechobee discharges. That’s why I’m urging House leadership to act quickly to bring to the floor for a vote my bipartisan bill to help communities better prepare for, mitigate, and respond to harmful algal blooms. Read my full letter -->
Shimano North America Fishing
Take a minute to safeguard your passion! Ask your U.S. Senators to support recreational fishing and vote YES on the #ModernFishAct. bit.ly/SportfishingPolicy #LetAmericaFish Center for Sportfishing Policy
Be in the know – Red tide
We are continuing to work with local partners and stakeholders as we prioritize red tide response. Naturally-occurring red tide persists along the coast of southwest Florida and was observed in northwest Florida coastal waters this past week. Information resources are available at www.MyFWC.com/RedTide to help keep you informed on the statewide status of red tide, including a Red Tide Status Report and FAQs.
How you can help:
• Report fish kills to our Fish Kill Hotline at 800-636-0511 or online at bit.ly/1XaxAyV.
• Report sick, injured or dead marine mammals and sea turtles to our Wildlife Alert Hotline at 888-404-3922, #FWC or *FWC on a cellphone, or online at myfwc.com/contact/wildlife-alert/.
• Red tide can also affect birds. To report a bird mortality, go to bit.ly/2Mn0d0x.
• Report sick, injured or dead sawfishes to 1-844-4SAWFISH (472-9347) or via email at Sawfish@MyFWC.com.
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