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FLStateParksvia Twitter Star Gazing Sat night at Silver River #statepark in Ocala. 6 pm. http://t.co/qiKsUG97 February 08, 2012 |
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MyFWCvia Twitter FWC adopts new seasons for gag grouper in Gulf http://t.co/9UqdmWJs February 08, 2012 |
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MyFWCvia Facebook FWC adopts new seasons for gag grouper in Gulf The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) voted Feb. 8 to change how gag grouper is managed in Gulf of Mexico state waters (excluding Monroe County). The decision, which came during day two of the three-day February Commission meeting, will achieve consistency with federal management efforts while potentially providing a region-specific recreational season in four counties. The FWC manages marine fish from the shore to nine nautical miles in the Gulf of Mexico. The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council manages Gulf of Mexico waters farther than nine nautical miles out. The following changes will make state gag grouper management efforts the same as recent federal gag grouper management efforts in the Gulf of Mexico: setting the recreational open season from July 1 through Oct. 31 and lowering the minimum commercial size limit from 24 inches to 22 inches total length. The Commission also authorized Chairman Kathy Barco and Executive Director Nick Wiley to issue an executive order opening gag grouper season in the state waters off Taylor, Jefferson, Wakulla and Franklin counties, including Apalachicola Bay and Indian Pass. This gag grouper recreational season, if implemented, will open harvest in state waters during April, May and June, and close harvest in those waters during the July-to-October season. These changes will better align fishing opportunity with fish availability. “I think we have to be sensitive to the economic side and the natural resource side,” said Commissioner Charles W. Roberts III. “I don’t think there is anybody here, especially in this room, who would like to jeopardize gag grouper. This isn’t an easy decision. We have to rely on the data we have available and make good decisions.” Gag grouper has been closed in Gulf of Mexico state waters since Nov. 16, 2011. The FWC believes applying these management changes will allow gag grouper populations to rebuild quickly while balancing the needs of anglers. To learn more, visit MyFWC.com/Commission and click on “Commission Meetings” and “Agenda.” February 08, 2012 |
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Odyssey Trailsvia Facebook Next Steps for Rosemont Mine in Arizona Last month, we asked you write to the Forest Service and Army Corps to protect the scenic Santa Rita Mountains from mine waste dumping and an open-pit copper mine. Now that the comment periods are over it is time for both agencies to review and come to some decisions. The next step for the Forest Service is to write a Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS), which will go out for public review and comment before a record of decision is signed. However, many of the comments received and several of the cooperating agencies have asked that a supplemental Impact statement be written first. In fact the Forest Service has hinted that this may be a possibility. If a Supplemental EIS is written, there will need to be public review and comment on the supplement before the Final is written. The next step for the Army Corps will be deciding whether to grant the permit or not. The Corps has no time limit and it may ask for more information before making a decision. The Army Corps is clearly not bound by the 1872 Mining Law, so they have every right to deny the permit. If the permit is denied, it would be extremely difficult for the project to move forward! Help protect this beautiful "Sky Island" habitat of rare native species and for outdoor enthusiasts which is slated for destruction if the mine is built. Get more info at Save the Scenic Santa Ritas: http://www.scenicsantaritas.org/ and the Arizona Mining Reform Coalition: http://www.azminingreform.org/ February 08, 2012 |
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zoomiamivia Twitter Do you have kids that go to Vineland K-8 center or Whispering Pines Elementary? Help them raise money by getting... http://t.co/CexTLt2C February 08, 2012 |
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Zoo Miamivia Facebook Do you have kids that go to Vineland K-8 center or Whispering Pines Elementary? Help them raise money by getting your Annual Pass thru the Inspired2... go Wild for Education campaign. Buy, renew or give the Annual Pass and pick a school to receive 20% of your purchase! http://bit.ly/zooinspired February 08, 2012 |
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jungleislandvia Twitter RT @ShiriNBCMiami @jungleisland So glad you brought some friends to the studio today... You're right the polish hen needs a little love! February 08, 2012 |
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Friends of Gumbo Limbo Nature Centervia Facebook Did you know we offer FREE guided tours of ourhammock every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 am? February 08, 2012 |
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FLEcoSafarisvia Twitter Moms tackle the Zipline Safari and prove there's an adventurer in everyone! http://t.co/33xEpUVG February 08, 2012 |
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Florida EcoSafaris at Forever Floridavia Facebook Moms tackle the Zipline Safari and prove there's an adventurer in everyone! February 08, 2012 |
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Jungle Islandvia Facebook <3 Celebrate Valentine's Day on Jungle Island with a unique Valentine's VIP Safari Tour! <3 February 08, 2012 |
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Island Queen Cruisesvia Facebook Thanks Bayside Marketplace for sharing about our upcoming Valentine's Day Dessert Cruise. The cruise includes unlimited drinks, dessert, dancing and a live dj playing music. February 07, 2012 |
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Nature Operations, Gainesville, Flvia Facebook Ladybugs are one of my favorite bugs! Learn more at http://www.squidoo.com/backyard-fun-how-to-build-a-ladybug-habitat February 07, 2012 |
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Babcock Wilderness Adventuresvia Facebook No Rain at the Ranch! Come on out ya'll! February 06, 2012 |
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Canoe Outpost-Peace Rivervia Facebook For the fishing folks or those wanting to try fishing while paddling the Peace. Check out this page for fishing tips. February 06, 2012 |
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floridatrailvia Twitter Only one more week until the 4th Annual IDidAHike. Don't miss it! http://t.co/CzQJ4fdT February 03, 2012 |
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Marineland Dolphin Adventurevia Facebook Need a pick-me-up for the day? Here's a picture of Dazzle and Hemingway. Such sweetness. January 31, 2012 |
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MiamiMetroZoovia YouTube AZA Zoo Director's Dinner at Zoo Miami on February 3, 2012On February 3, 2012, Zoo Miami hosted a dinner for Zoo Directors from all over the country. "Taste of the Wild", our catering team from Service Systems Assiciates (SSA),... watch video |
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MyFWCvideosvia YouTube Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Ocala 2012The three-day workshop takes place March 9-11 at the Ocala Conservation Center in the Ocala National Forest. The workshop begins Friday at 10 a.m. and ends Sunday with lunch. Although... watch video |
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MarinelandFLvia Twitter Dolphins stand attention w/ marine (& old Guest Services employee!) at Marineland yesterday. So proud. #pic http://t.co/ANXeLCD5 January 19, 2012 |
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MarinelandFLvia Twitter Dolphins stand attention w/ marine (& old Guest Services employee!) at Marineland yesterday. So proud. #pic http://t.co/ANXeLCD5 January 19, 2012 |
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Gordon River Greenwayvia Facebook Save the Date - Gordon River Greenway Party http://conta.cc/u8J6Xq December 14, 2011 |
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CanoeOutpostvia Twitter Support SB1578. Restore parental rights, restore parent signed waivers. Contacts and info at www.paddleflausa.com. click legislative issues March 12, 2010 |
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marcoislandlakesidevia YouTube Marco Island Hotel-Marco Island Lakeside InnThe Marco Island Lakeside Inn sits one mile from Marco Island beaches and boasts a sparkling-heated pool and affordable rates year round. Come and enjoy the only Lakeside getaway on Marco... watch video |
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