Recreational harvest of snook in Florida’s East Coast management regions will close June 1

The recreational harvest of snook in the Northeast, Indian River Lagoon and Southeast management regions will close June 1, and remain closed through Aug. 31. This includes all Florida state and inland waters, as well as adjacent federal waters within each management region.

FWC announces 2024 Lionfish Challenge

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) recently announced the 2024 Lionfish Challenge. The Lionfish Challenge is a free summer-long lionfish tournament open to recreational and commercial competitors of all ages around the state of Florida.

Players by the Sea presenting 'Trouble in Mind'

Players by the Sea has opened its second production of the 2024-25 season with “Trouble in Mind.” Directed by Zach Rivera, the show runs through May 26 on the Main Stage at 106 N. 6th St. in Jacksonville Beach.

Jacksonville Sports Foundation officially launches

The Jacksonville Sports Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, launched May 8.

Sea turtle nesting season begins

Sea turtle nesting season began May 1, and St. Johns County officials are asking residents, visitors and businesses to help protect the turtles’ natural habitat by observing all nesting season laws and regulations. The beaches of St.

Sandcastle Contest held in Jacksonville Beach

The Sandcastle Contest returned April 27 in Jacksonville Beach. The first-place winners in the group category were Liam Zaenglein, Shannon Mullen, Austin Williams, and Jeff and Amy Brown.

St. Johns County moves forward with World Golf Village Plans

On April 16, the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved the $5.5 million purchase of all World Golf Foundation, Inc.

Recreational harvest of Atlantic greater amberjack, red porgy, hogfish, blueline tilefish and several grouper will open May 1

Several reef fish species will open to recreational harvest May 1 in Florida state waters of the Atlantic. Greater amberjack and red porgy will open to recreational harvest in all Florida state waters of the Atlantic.

Stone crab season closes May 2

Florida’s recreational and commercial stone crab seasons in state and federal waters will close May 2, with the last day of harvest being May 1. This annual season closure is intended to increase the stone crab population and build resiliency in the fishery.

Sea turtle nesting season begins May 1

Sea turtle nesting season begins May 1, and St. Johns County officials are asking residents, visitors and businesses to help protect the turtles’ natural habitat by observing all nesting season laws and regulations. The beaches of St.