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Activists, hunters clash over proposed bear hunt during FWC meeting in Ocala

A key point of contention is the actual number of bears in Florida and the effectiveness of the proposed hunting regulations.

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FWC advances bear hunt proposal

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For trophies or conservation? Florida is one step closer to bear hunt 2025 after FWC vote

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Florida votes to move forward with bear hunt: See where black bears may be harvested

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation 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.

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Florida moves closer to reinstating bear hunting

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State board endorses first Florida bear hunt since 2015

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Florida moves closer to reinstating black bear hunting with new rule proposal

Critics maintain that hunting is an ineffective and inhumane method of population control and have advocated for alternatives such as better waste management and public education.

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Florida advances plan to bring back black bear hunting; Collier residents weigh in

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Wildlife officials lay out plan for proposed statewide black bear hunt

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FWC approves controversial black bear hunt in December amid growing population concerns

The proposal includes strict permit rules that would be determined based on bear population numbers in each region of the state.

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Despite fatal attack, wildlife advocates outraged over Florida bear hunt revival

At a December Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) meeting after receiving an update on the commission's bear management plan, board chair Rodney Barreto told staff to develop a bear hunting option for commissioners to consider.