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Anglers compete in tournament as red snapper season opens for 1 day only

Read full article: Anglers compete in tournament as red snapper season opens for 1 day only

On Friday, 60 to 80 boater participants will take part in a one-day tournament to mark the Atlantic red snapper season.

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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 opens

Friday is the one day this year when anglers can fish for Atlantic red snapper recreationally.

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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.

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Comparing charcoal to gas grills

Read full article: Comparing charcoal to gas grills

Here are the big differences, and pros and cons, of each type, according to Taste of Home.

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How to avoid ticks & safely remove one if you do get bit

Read full article: How to avoid ticks & safely remove one if you do get bit

Tick season is back! We'll tell you the best ways to avoid them and how to safely remove them from your skin -- if you do get bit.

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Marathoner running across Africa set to finish journey

Read full article: Marathoner running across Africa set to finish journey

Russ Cook started his journey in South Africa, and on Sunday, he is scheduled to finish the over 9,000-mile quest in Bizerte, Tunisia.

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FWC urges owners to prepare and secure boats for severe weather

Read full article: FWC urges owners to prepare and secure boats for severe weather

Severe thunderstorms are expected throughout north and central Florida on Tuesday with 25-35 mph sustained winds and frequent gusts of 45-55 mph.

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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. 16

Recreational 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.

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FWC reminds anglers of changes for snook beginning Jan. 1

Read full article: FWC reminds anglers of changes for snook beginning Jan. 1

New regulations for snook in state and adjacent federal waters will go into effect beginning Jan. 1, 2024.

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Have you camped in a yurt? Check out these Florida rental spots

Read full article: Have you camped in a yurt? Check out these Florida rental spots

Do you know of any other yurt locations that are missing on this list that are also great options? Let us know.

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Clay County Outdoor Adventure Park opens Saturday with gun range

Read full article: Clay County Outdoor Adventure Park opens Saturday with gun range

In 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.

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National Parks offering free admission on these days in 2023

Read full article: National Parks offering free admission on these days in 2023

The National Park Service has announced that in 2023, there will be five days where admission to sites will be free to the public.

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5 tips for creating the ultimate backyard sanctuary

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Sarah Fishburne, director of trend & design at The Home Depot, offers five tips to creating the perfect backyard sanctuary.

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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 weather

While 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.

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Beau Outfitters - Apparel for the Outdoorsman

Read full article: Beau Outfitters - Apparel for the Outdoorsman

In 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.

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Free vessel safety checks this Friday, Saturday along Intracoastal Waterway

Read full article: Free vessel safety checks this Friday, Saturday along Intracoastal Waterway

Auxiliary 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."

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Anglers rejoice! Fishing returns to newly reopened Jacksonville Beach pier

Read full article: Anglers rejoice! Fishing returns to newly reopened Jacksonville Beach pier

Fishing from the Jacksonville Beach pier has resumed after a three-year construction project, but there are several new rules in place for now.

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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 zone

A push to change a popular stretch of water in Arlington often used by rowers and boaters is creating a big debate.

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Anglers win big while raising more than $435,000 for Wolfson Children’s Hospital

Read full article: Anglers win big while raising more than $435,000 for Wolfson Children’s Hospital

The Wolfson Children’s Hospital Bass Tournament has reeled in more than $6 million since it began 33 years ago.

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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 water

Boating 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.

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South Ponte Vedra Park closed Monday-Wednesday this week

Read full article: South Ponte Vedra Park closed Monday-Wednesday this week

South Ponte Vedra Park will be closed this Monday through Wednesday to begin sand placement operations for the South Ponte Vedra Dune Restoration Project.

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Safe Boating Week good reminder to go slow for manatees below

Read full article: Safe Boating Week good reminder to go slow for manatees below

Save the Manatee Club is a proud partner of National Safe Boating Week, which runs from May 21-27, 2022 and promotes recreational boating safety.

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Atlantic snook to close in state and federal waters

Read full article: Atlantic snook to close in state and federal waters

The recreational harvest of snook in Atlantic state and federal waters has a regular-season closure that starts June 1.

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Coast Guard offers vessel checks ahead of National Safe Boating Week

Read full article: Coast Guard offers vessel checks ahead of National Safe Boating Week

The U.S. Coast Guard is making sure vessel operators stay safe on the water with vessel checks.

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Easy being green: Latest from Consumer Reports’ Florida lawnmower tests

Read full article: Easy being green: Latest from Consumer Reports’ Florida lawnmower tests

Consumer 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.

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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 Florida

If 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.

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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 markets

Coming 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.

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Recreational snook season starts Sept. 1 in Florida

Read full article: Recreational snook season starts Sept. 1 in Florida

Unique to the region, snook are one of the many reasons Florida is the Fishing Capital of the World, according to the FWC.

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FWC offers hunter safety internet-completion course next month

Read full article: FWC offers hunter safety internet-completion course next month

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is offering free hunter safety internet-completion courses in seven Northeast Florida counties during September.

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Who had the best green space of the season? Cast your vote

Read full article: Who had the best green space of the season? Cast your vote

Ever since March, we’ve been searching for the prettiest green spaces.

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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 show

Of 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.

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Florida offers free saltwater fishing Thanksgiving weekend

Read full article: Florida offers free saltwater fishing Thanksgiving weekend

JACKSONVILLE, 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.

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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 how

But 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.

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Red snapper season in Gulf opens in June

Read full article: Red snapper season in Gulf opens in June

TALLAHASSEE, 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.

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