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Florida considers first black bear hunt in a decade. You can weigh in.
For the first time in nearly a decade, Florida wildlife officials are considering a black bear hunt. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission in December asked its staff to come up with proposals for a possible hunt as officials pointed to what they consider a now-flourishing bear population.
FWC discusses plan to authorize regulated black bear hunting
Sheriff A.J. Smith was instrumental in getting the black bear law passed during last year's legislative session. For more News, Weather, and Sports in, Florida visit:
State officials face backlash after reinstating black bear hunting season: 'Hunts are not necessary'
"No correlation between the number ... killed and human safety." State officials face backlash after reinstating black bear hunting season: 'Hunts are not necessary' first appeared on The Cool Down.
The Debate Over Nevada’s Black Bear Hunt
Nevada’s black bear hunt has long been a point of controversy. While the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) asserts that the annual hunt is an essential conservation tool, animal rights activists argue that it is cruel and unnecessary.
FWC to hold virtual meeting to discuss black bear hunt. What we know.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is considering a regulated black bear hunt. A virtual meeting is planned for May.
FWC considers first statewide bear hunt in nearly a decade amid rising black bear numbers
The number of black bears in Florida has grown significantly since the early 2000s. Some claim the state is overcrowded with the animal
Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission to host meeting on hunting black bears
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission will hold a virtual meeting on March 13 at 6 p.m. to discuss regulating black bear hunting.
Florida wildlife officials looking at possibility of restarting bear hunting across state
FLORIDA, USA — Florida wildlife officials are considering restarting black bear hunting across the state. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will hold a virtual public meeting in March to seek feedback from Floridians on the idea, the state agency announced on Wednesday.
Florida wildlife officials weigh possible bear hunt
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.
FWC wants people's thoughts on black bear hunting
Black bear hunting could come back to Florida. State wildlife officials are currently considering different plans for another season.
Bear hunting season bill fails in CT. Lawmaker: Action needed before ‘somebody is mauled or killed’
The bill would have allowed for a limited bear hunting season, but it failed to find support and died in the environment ...
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“Get Down!” What to Do When a Bear Climbs Into Your Tree Stand
For this hunt, I was shooting Mossberg’s Patriot ... As for the 7mm Precision Rifle Cartridge, well, it’s more than enough for big black bears. This is a cartridge that is, of course, designed ...
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What Do Black Bears Eat?
Black bears, especially those in coastal areas or near productive fisheries, commonly hunt fish like salmon and trout. Click on one of these topics below to jump around to detailed lists of what ...
Florida's black bears may be in the crosshairs again as public calls rise with development
In recent years Florida's black bear population has grown significantly in some areas, and they were removed from state protection lists in 2012.