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 ...

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

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.

Adam Sugalski who leads the efforts of Bear Defenders recalls how information imparted in high school prompted some ...

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 ...

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.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) voted 4-1 to approve proposed amendments for advertising rules related to a potential black bear hunt. Opponents of the hunt argue it is ...

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.

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

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is considering a proposed bear hunt that could become an annual event.

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.