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Rodman Drawdown Cancelled
The Department of Environmental Protection has cancelled the Rodman Reservoir drawdown originally scheduled for winter of 2024/2025 due to persistent high water in the St. Johns River downstream. As a result, there will be no special fishing regulations on Rodman Reservoir and statewide regulations will continue to apply
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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is thrilled to announce and celebrate the inclusion of three remarkable Florida waterbodies in Bassmaster's prestigious “Top 10 Best Bass Lakes of 2023.” Fellsmere Reservoir/Stick Marsh, Orange Lake and Lake Okeechobee have captured the attention of anglers and fishing enthusiasts across the nation, solidifying Florida's reputation as a premier bass fishing destination. Additionally, Florida lakes made a good showing in the Best Bass Lakes 2023: Southeastern as Fellsmere Reservoir
Orange Lake
Lake Okeechobee
Lake Toho
Lake Seminole (Jackson/Gadsden counties)
Lake Placid
Lake Panasoffkee
Lake Istokpoga
Lake Rousseau are all featured on the list.
(Note: Okeechobee fell off of the list in 2024 because of low water and other issues.)
6-20-2024
DeSantis’ veto of Ocklawaha River rehabilitation study marks a first for the issue
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5-2-2024
Florida Voters will vote on the right to fish and hunt.
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​11-17-2023
FWC to host meetings on proposed trophy bass regulations changes for Orange and Lochloosa lakes
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11-8-2023
Fellsmere wins the “Battle of the Lakes” with the heaviest total bass catches.
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10-6-2023
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9-23-2014