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Georgia congressman calls for NOAA to ease ban as one-day Atlantic recreational red snapper fishing season opens
Read full article: Georgia congressman calls for NOAA to ease ban as one-day Atlantic recreational red snapper fishing season opensFriday is the one day this year when anglers can fish for Atlantic red snapper recreationally.
Gone Fishin’: June 18 is National Go Fishing Day & we want to see your photos on SnapJAX 🎣
Read full article: Gone Fishin’: June 18 is National Go Fishing Day & we want to see your photos on SnapJAX 🎣Florida, known as the “Fishing Capital of the World,” boasts more world record fish catches than any other state or country due to its vast bodies of water.
Reminder: Blue crab traps must be removed from St. Johns River before Jan. 16
Read full article: Reminder: Blue crab traps must be removed from St. Johns River before Jan. 16Recreational and commercial blue crab traps in all waters of the St. Johns River system must be removed from the water before Jan. 16, the first day of a 10-day trap closure, the FWC said in a news release Monday.
Clay County Outdoor Adventure Park opens Saturday with gun range
Read full article: Clay County Outdoor Adventure Park opens Saturday with gun rangeIn a first-of-its-kind complex in Northeast Florida, the Clay County Outdoor Adventure Park officially opens to the public this Saturday -- beginning with its brand-new gun range.
Cold sweat that can be good: 5 tips for running in chillier weather
Read full article: Cold sweat that can be good: 5 tips for running in chillier weatherWhile it’s not as comfortable and it might be easier to lose motivation this time of year, colder winter days shouldn't prevent you from running outside.
Beau Outfitters - Apparel for the Outdoorsman
Read full article: Beau Outfitters - Apparel for the OutdoorsmanIn the South, a “Beau” is a man whose appearance is dictated by his hobbies and lifestyle so Beau Outfitters pairs well with many lifestyles spent on the cost, field, mountains, tailgating, backyard or in the office. Behind every “Beau” is a “Belle” with brains and beauty! So you can find ladies clothing and gifts too.
Free vessel safety checks this Friday, Saturday along Intracoastal Waterway
Read full article: Free vessel safety checks this Friday, Saturday along Intracoastal WaterwayAuxiliary members of the U.S Coast Guard will be offering free vessel safety checks for boaters along the Intracoastal Waterway at boat ramps in Palm Coast and St. Augustine on Friday and Saturday as part of "Operation Shrimp and Grits."
Anglers rejoice! Fishing returns to newly reopened Jacksonville Beach pier
Read full article: Anglers rejoice! Fishing returns to newly reopened Jacksonville Beach pierFishing from the Jacksonville Beach pier has resumed after a three-year construction project, but there are several new rules in place for now.
Rowers clash with boaters over whether stretch of water in Arlington should be low-speed zone
Read full article: Rowers clash with boaters over whether stretch of water in Arlington should be low-speed zoneA push to change a popular stretch of water in Arlington often used by rowers and boaters is creating a big debate.
National Safe Boating Week: What you need to know to stay safe on the water
Read full article: National Safe Boating Week: What you need to know to stay safe on the waterBoating and Florida go hand in hand. With National Safe Boating Week in effect, North Florida Marine Association making sure boaters have what they need before heading out to sea.
Easy being green: Latest from Consumer Reports’ Florida lawnmower tests
Read full article: Easy being green: Latest from Consumer Reports’ Florida lawnmower testsConsumer Reports spends part of the winter in Florida putting lawnmowers and tractors through a series of tough tests to deliver recommendations that are a cut above the rest.
No bait and switch: 2 local lakes among 10 where prized bass are swimming in Florida
Read full article: No bait and switch: 2 local lakes among 10 where prized bass are swimming in FloridaIf you’ve got a rod and reel, now is the time to fish them out of the closet -- the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s TrophyCatch program is in full swing for the 10th season.
New law allows bass to be farm-raised, sold in Florida markets
Read full article: New law allows bass to be farm-raised, sold in Florida marketsComing soon to your neighborhood seafood market: farm-raised Florida largemouth bass. Thanks to a law passed this spring, bass will expand its popularity from a favorite fishing target to the seafood sales list in the Sunshine State.
FWC offers hunter safety internet-completion course next month
Read full article: FWC offers hunter safety internet-completion course next monthThe Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is offering free hunter safety internet-completion courses in seven Northeast Florida counties during September.
44% of Florida boating accidents in 2020 were due to operator error, stats show
Read full article: 44% of Florida boating accidents in 2020 were due to operator error, stats showOf 836 boating accidents in Florida last year, 402 involved collisions and 44% of those were due to the operator’s inattention or failing to maintain a proper lookout, according to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s 2020 statistical report.
Florida offers free saltwater fishing Thanksgiving weekend
Read full article: Florida offers free saltwater fishing Thanksgiving weekendJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Round out your Thanksgiving festivities with some license-free saltwater fishing Saturday, Nov. 28. License-free fishing days get Florida residents and visitors out on the water and find out why Florida is known as the Fishing Capital of the World. This day is part of eight total license-free fishing days the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission offers each year when anglers are not required to have a fishing license to participate. For fishing regulations and tips, visit MyFWC.com/Fishing. To renew or purchase a fishing license, visit GoOutdoorsFlorida.com.
When it comes to storms and protecting your home, err on the side of caution: We’ll tell you how
Read full article: When it comes to storms and protecting your home, err on the side of caution: We’ll tell you howBut regardless where you’re located or what types of weather your region regularly experiences, it’s always best to remain vigilant. When it comes to hurricanes and big storms, there’s always so much talk about how to prepare the insides of our homes. Therefore, it’s always better to err on the side of caution, he added. “There’s nothing wrong with being too careful.”So, the next time a big storm’s coming to town, walk around the exterior of your house, your property or your yard. You could even turn this into a project, moving just a few belongings a day, leading up to the storm.
Red snapper season in Gulf opens in June
Read full article: Red snapper season in Gulf opens in JuneTALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida’s popular Gulf red snapper recreational season this year will open June 11 and run through July 25, with a possible fall reopening if quota is available. Earlier this month, Florida was delegated authority to manage recreational red snapper harvest from private vessels in Gulf federal waters. “I’m pleased to announce that our state’s good conservation practices are allowing us to have a 45-day Gulf red snapper season this year,” Gov. “Gulf red snapper season is always an exciting time for anglers and is just another reason why Florida remains the Fishing Capital of the World.”Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission chairman Robert Spottswood said Gulf red snapper season is a conservation and management success for Florida anglers. “Just a few years ago, a 45-day season for red snapper in both state and federal waters was out of reach," Spottswood said.