For the first time in nearly a decade, Florida wildlife officials are considering a black bear hunt. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission in December asked its staff to come up with proposals for a possible hunt as officials pointed to what they consider a now-flourishing bear population.

FWC Executive Director Roger Young said that the first meeting, open to anyone "who wants to provide feedback" on a potential bear hunt, will be held on March 13.

"No correlation between the number ... killed and human safety." State officials face backlash after reinstating black bear hunting season: 'Hunts are not necessary' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Florida considers lifting bear hunting ban after nearly a decade

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RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - Nevada’s black bear hunt has long been a point of controversy. While the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) asserts that the annual hunt is an essential conservation tool, animal rights activists argue that it is cruel and unnecessary. One such activist is filmmaker Theresa Chaze, who is on a mission to end the practice.

Florida wildlife officials will hold a series of online meetings in March and April about the possibility of a return to bear hunting in the state.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is considering a regulated black bear hunt. A virtual meeting is planned for May.

FLORIDA, USA — Florida wildlife officials are considering restarting black bear hunting across the state. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will hold a virtual public meeting in March to seek feedback from Floridians on the idea,