Port of the Islands
FWC: Reel in the fun on two license-free fishing weekends!
Save the dates for two upcoming license-free fishing weekends hosted by the FWC, a perfect opportunity to try fishing with your friends and family!
FWC Commissioners approve proposed rule changes for nonnative species
Today, at their May meeting, Commissioners with the FWC approved to advertise proposed rule changes for nonnative species, including Prohibited green iguanas, with no further hearing unless requested.
FWC Hosts Online Meetings About Wildlife Trapping Regulation Updates
The FWC is holding a series of virtual public meetings to collect feedback directly from Florida residents on proposed changes to modernize wildlife trapping regulations.
Recreational harvest of Gulf greater amberjack remains closed during May
As a friendly reminder for anglers, recreational harvest of greater amberjack remains closed May 1-31 in Gulf state waters.
It’s Just Florida!
What a blessing to live in such a beautiful place. There really isn’t another place in the state that affords its residents with year round beauty!
Thank you to the Florida Stone Crabbers Association from Everglades City School
The Everglades City School students, teachers and I would like to publicly thank the Florida Stone Crabbers Association.
Obituary of John Gerald Adams
John Gerald Adams passed over the river on March 31, 2025, his pain and suffering will be no more.
Homestead Bound
After much thought and reflection, I’ve made the difficult decision to step away from the printed Mullet Rapper newspaper.
It’s Sea Turtle Nesting Season
Sea turtle nesting season has begun, and the FWC urges 10,000 Islands residents and visitors to help protect these threatened and endangered species.
What Do You Call It?
It’s a call I enjoy getting. “Pastor, would you like some fish?” Of course, I said yes, what person doesn’t like fish?
