Sports & Leisure

Gulf Council wants your information on gag grouper

News Staff
Friday, December 11, 2020
The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council would like to gain a better understanding of gag grouper in the Gulf of Mexico. The council is seeking information from anglers and divers about what they have observed, including any “strange things” that scientists and managers may need to know.

Looks like a great weekend to get on the water

News Staff
Thursday, December 10, 2020
While the week started chilly, this looks like a great weekend to get on the water and enjoy some beautiful weather. Sunny and in the 70s, with light winds, will make for a perfect fishing weekend on the First Coast.

Salt water fishing license add-ons help improve fisheries

News Staff
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Snook, spiny lobster, reef fish, sharks from shore, blue crabs and stone crabs caught in traps: What do all these have in common? They each require a special add-on permit, designation or registration on your recreational fishing license.
FYCCN is celebrating its 10th birthday with a social media campaign featuring contests and giveaways, a new partner rewards program, donor recognition, and a virtual crowd-sourced fundraising event.

FYCCN is celebrating its 10th birthday with a social media campaign featuring contests and giveaways, a new partner rewards program, donor recognition, and a virtual crowd-sourced fundraising event.

Youth conservation group celebrates 10 years

News Staff
Monday, December 7, 2020
The Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network (FYCCN) will celebrate its 10th birthday this December and January with a social media campaign featuring contests and giveaways, a new partner rewards program, donor recognition, and a virtual crowd-sourced fundraising event.
Hank Hnath celebrates his 10th birthday with Captain Christian and hopes to see this Red Snapper again during the season. (photo submitted)

Hank Hnath celebrates his 10th birthday with Captain Christian and hopes to see this Red Snapper again during the season. (photo submitted)

Inshore tides favorable for morning, evening trips

News Staff
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
The next couple days things should start to warm up after a cold start to December. After the chill at the start of the week expect the fish to be a little sluggish, but then feed hard as soon as the water warms back up a few degrees.
A group of girls participate in a surf camp to learn surfing fundamentals as part of the SurfearNEGRA program. (photo from SURFEARNEGRA.COM)

A group of girls participate in a surf camp to learn surfing fundamentals as part of the SurfearNEGRA program. (photo from SURFEARNEGRA.COM)

Saturday's Surf-A-Thon to benefit SurfearNEGRA

News Staff
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
The first ever SurfearNEGRA Surf-A-Thon is coming to Jacksonville Beach this weekend. Held from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, proceeds from the fund-raiser will help introduce new surfers to the sport of surfing.
The boat club took second place in the corporate boat category. (photo submitted)

The boat club took second place in the corporate boat category. (photo submitted)

Freedom Boat Club a winner at Light Boat Parade

News Staff
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
Freedom Boat Club Jacksonville was named a winner at Jacksonville Light Boat Parade. The boat club was awarded second place in the corporate boat category. The club’s pontoon boat named The Board Room was decorated with lots of lights, the Freedom Boat Club logo and Santa at the helm of his boat.

FWC virtual meeting Dec. 16-17 open to the public

News Staff
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will meet virtually Dec. 16 and 17 beginning at 9 a.m. each day. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19 social distancing guidelines.
The Jacksonville Watercolor Society sponsors week-long workshops presented by artists. Experienced artists and those just learning water media benefit from the diversity and talent available in the workshops. (photo submitted)

The Jacksonville Watercolor Society sponsors week-long workshops presented by artists. Experienced artists and those just learning water media benefit from the diversity and talent available in the workshops. (photo submitted)

Jacksonville Watercolor Society leaving the beach

News Staff
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
For the last few years, the Jacksonville Watercolor Society (JWS) has made its home at the Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach. The organization meets monthly for eight months to conduct business and enjoy an art demonstration with local or national artists.
Fletcher Middle School's volleyball team. (photo submitted)

Fletcher Middle School's volleyball team. (photo submitted)

FMS volleyball has perfect season

News Staff
Monday, November 30, 2020
The Fletcher Middle School Lady Senators’ volleyball team capped off a perfect 12-0 season by winning the City Championship Nov. 18. They defeated Landon Middle School 2 sets to 0.