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Recreational Harvest of Snook for Florida’s West Coast Closed May 1
The recreational harvest of snook in the Panhandle, Big Bend, Tampa Bay, Sarasota Bay, Charlotte Harbor and Southwest management regions closed May 1.
Hooked a Bird? Don’t Cut the Line!
Every angler knows the thrill of a catch, but what happens when that catch isn’t a fish, but a bird? Accidents happen, and occasionally a hook finds its way into the feathers of a passing seabird.
Springtime Fishing
The Snook fishing has continued to be really good. The weather keeps adding difficulty as these winds keep on blowing.
Stone Crab Season Closes May 2
Florida’s recreational and commercial stone crab seasons in state and federal waters will close May 2, with the last day of harvest being May 1.
Trekking Through the Everglades
Sometimes in life, you just do something because you’ve talked about it and the time for talking is over. This is what got me started on planning a walk through the heart of the Mangroves here in the Everglades.
Spring Alert: Black Bears Roaming
As spring unfolds its vibrant colors, it also brings about increased activity in Florida’s wildlife, particularly our beloved black bears.
An Attempt to Rescue Sick Sawfish
NOAA and partners are attempting the first-ever U.S. rescue of smalltooth sawfish following a deadly event. The goal: protect and rehabilitate this endangered species.
It’s Just A Hobby
If you had visited the Marco Island Library, you might have observed three replica models of the United States Coast Guard Cutters (USCGCs) painstakingly created by Marco Island’s own, Richard Heinrich.
Fishing Report
Fishing this month is looking good! The weather has turned nice and the Snook bite seems to be getting better each day.
Homeschool Day at Roberts Ranch on April 23
The Collier County Museums will host our triannual Homeschool Day at the Immokalee Pioneer Museum at Roberts Ranch this spring.
