The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is inviting Florida residents to participate in a series of virtual public meetings to provide feedback on proposed changes that aim to modernize the state’s wildlife trapping regulations. These proposed updates are the result of previous discussions with the public and a diverse Technical Assistance Group, which includes stakeholders.
The FWC emphasizes that the content presented at each virtual meeting will be the same, so attending more than one session is unnecessary.
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The proposed changes are designed to bring Florida’s trapping regulations more closely in line with the best management practices established by the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. These best practices focus on ensuring that trapping methods are more humane, species-specific, and efficient.
Interested members of the public can learn more about the specific proposed changes by visiting MyFWC.com/TrappingRules and clicking on the banner labeled “Learn More.”
This online resource provides detailed information to help residents understand the potential impacts of the new regulations.
The virtual public meetings are scheduled as follows (all times are Eastern Daylight Time)
- May 6 from noon-3 p.m. EDT: Virtual meeting via Zoom
- May 8 from 6-9 p.m. EDT: Virtual meeting via Zoom
- May 10 from 9 a.m.-noon EDT: Virtual meeting via Zoom
Florida residents are encouraged to participate in one of these virtual sessions to voice their opinions and contribute to the future of wildlife trapping regulations in the state. The FWC believes that public engagement is crucial in developing effective and widely supported conservation practices.
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