Florida Deer News
Deer hunters need new permit - Sep. 16, 2010The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds hunters about the new deer permit required for sportsmen who hunt deer in Florida. The permit costs $5 and can be purchased at county tax collectors' offices, retail outlets that sell fishing and hunting supplies, online at www.fl.wildlifelicense.com or by calling, toll-free, 888-HUNT-FLORIDA (486-8356).
FWC considering crossbow use during archery season - Feb. 11, 2010
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is considering allowing the use of crossbows by hunters during archery season.
FWC postpones Sept. 22 deer meeting in Kissimmee - Sep. 04, 2009
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has rescheduled the deer-management-strategy public meeting originally planned for Sept. 22 at the Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee. The revised date for the meeting is Sept. 28, 6-8 p.m. It will be held in the Extension Services Building, 1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane.
FWC wants deer-hunter input - Aug. 24, 2009
Central and South Florida deer hunters are encouraged to attend a public meeting from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 22 at the Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee to share their thoughts about possible changes to the state's deer hunting zones and seasons. The meeting will be in the Extension Services Building, 1921 Kissimmee Valley Lane.
FWC seeks hunters to complete deer rut survey - Aug. 24, 2009
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) wants to hear from hunters around the state regarding "when" they think the white-tailed deer rut happens in their neck of the woods.
No evidence of chronic wasting disease found in Florida white-tailed deer - Aug. 21, 2009
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has not found any evidence of chronic wasting disease (CWD) after extensive testing of the state's white-tailed deer population.
Trophy Buck Killed; Owner Offers Substantial Reward For Information - Sep. 15, 2008
A captive, domestic, trophy, 12-point buck was killed illegally and stolen from a Lake Butler game farm Sept. 6, and the owner is offering a substantial reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible.
FWC to Score Antlers in Live Oak - Sep. 05, 2008
Officers from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will score deer antlers Oct. 4 in Live Oak.
