A second vote on the hunt must be taken by the state in August, but all indications point to a 187-quota hunt that could last ...

FWC staff said there is a sufficient bear population to allow for a sustainable hunt. They estimate there are around 4,000 black bears in Florida. In the 1970s, there were just several hundred bears.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's (FWC) voted 4-1 to move forward with the state's first bear hunt in a ...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is moving forward with proposed amendments to black bear hunting rules.

Florida wildlife managers have proposed a black bear hunt with a quota of 187 bears, likely to occur in December. FWC officials state the hunt is a conservative measure to address increasing bear ...

On Wednesday, FWC commissioners voted 4-1 to approve this year’s bear hunt. FWC staff recommended it begin on the first Saturday through the last Sunday of December, lasting a total of 23 days.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is proposing a black bear hunt in December to address, what it says, is a fast-growing bear population.

FWC is scheduled to vote on the bear hunt one final time in August, and then it's expected that 187 permits will be issued.

Despite strong opposition to Florida bear hunt, controversial FWC draft plan expected soon ...

They’re a clear signal that Florida’s bear population is growing beyond what the landscape — and communities — can safely support. The FWC’s plan is about restoring long-term balance.

FWC commissioners voted 4-1 May 21 to have a black bear hunt for 23 days in December, but the measure must be voted on again in August to be finalized.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is moving forward with proposed amendments to black bear hunting rules.