fwc bear hunt - Search News

Order byBest matchMost fresh

Florida votes to move forward with bear hunt

Top News

Overview

Reactions and opinions

For trophies or conservation? Florida is one step closer to bear hunt 2025 after FWC vote

Wildlife managers voted May 21 to hold a black bear hunt in December, despite public outcry, statewide protests and a general sense that the Florida public here flat doesn't want bears to be hunted a...

· 14h

· 11h

FWC votes in favor of first black bear hunt in decade amid backlash

· 16h · on MSN

Florida gives preliminary approval to controversial black bear hunt amid strong opposition

Florida moves closer to reinstating bear hunting

On Wednesday, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved proposed black bear hunting rule changes for public notice, moving forward with talks on bringing back regulated bear hunts...

· 8h

· 13h

State board endorses first Florida bear hunt since 2015

· 10h

Florida wildlife officials take next step toward first black bear hunt in 10 years

Florida moves closer to reinstating black bear hunting with new rule proposal

Critics maintain that hunting is an ineffective and inhumane method of population control and have advocated for alternatives such as better waste management and public education.

· 10h

Axios · 1d

Florida agency to consider black bear hunt amid protests and mounting opposition

· 12h

Florida advances plan to bring back black bear hunting; Collier residents weigh in

Naples Daily News on MSN15h

Live updates: FWC meets to discuss Florida bear hunt rules

FWC is meeting May 21 in Ocala to discuss rules for a 23-day Florida bear hunt in December. Follow along for latest updates.

WPEC CBS 12 on MSN13h

FWC advances black bear hunt proposal amid protests and attacks

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is moving forward with proposed amendments to black bear hunting rules.

3don MSN

Despite fatal attack, wildlife advocates outraged over Florida bear hunt revival

At a December Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) meeting after receiving an update on the commission's bear management plan, board chair Rodney Barreto told staff to develop a bear hunting option for commissioners to consider.

KTVZ2d

FWC weighs ‘Bear Hunt’ as people on both sides speak out

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is set to discuss potential rule changes this week that could lead to a regulated bear hunt. Supporters of the hunt believe it’s ...