bear hunting, FWC

Bear hunt backlash: FWC to hear public comment on first proposed bear hunt in 10 years
The BriefFlorida officials are reconsidering bear hunting, nearly a decade after the last hunt was cut short. Conservationists argue habitat loss, not overpopulation, is the real threat, while proponents say hunting helps manage bear numbers.
FWC holds meeting to explore possible bear hunt proposal
FWC said in Thursday's meeting the range occupied by bears in the state increased from 17 percent in 1993 to 51 percent in 2020.
Meeting about 1st proposed Florida bear hunt since 2015 fuels debate, draws hundreds
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission staff held the virtual event Thursday after commissioners told them in December to explore options for a potential hunt — the first since the controversial 2015 event. The 522 participants were asked to comment on how a hunt should take place — but not if it should actually happen.
Bear hunt backlash: FWC to hear public comment
The controversial topic of bear hunting is back up for discussion in Florida. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is hosting a virtual public meeting to gauge the public’s interest in hosting their first bear hunt in 10 years.
Florida wildlife officials to hold series of meetings about bear hunts returning to state
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.
Outdoor Life11d
Florida Is Finally Considering a Black Bear Season Again
As black bears continue to flourish across Florida, state wildlife officials are revisiting the possibility of an upcoming regulated bear hunt. The public will have an opportunity to weigh in on ...
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Florida's black bears may be in the crosshairs again as public calls rise with development
Florida Fish and Wildlife is considering a bear hunt, which is controversial due to a poorly managed hunt in 2015. Development and habitat fragmentation pose threats to the long-term survival of ...
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Florida wildlife officials weigh possible bear hunt
TALLAHASSEE — 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. Florida Fish and Wildlife ...
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Proposed bear hunting regulations public comment period extended
BOSTON (WWLP) – The state is considering updating bear hunting regulations and is seeking public comment. One regulation under consideration is expanding the time frame of bear hunting season.