Author: riverrat
The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County has issued a rabies alert in Osceola County in response to a confirmed case of rabies in a cat captured in the Mill Creek Woods area off Orchid Lane in Osceola County on July 8, 2024. DOH-Osceola is monitoring rabies in wild animals in the area. All residents and visitors should be aware that rabies is currently present in the wild animal population. People and pets should always avoid physical contact with wild animals (eg, raccoons, bats, foxes, skunks, otters, bobcats, coyotes), which carry an increased risk of human exposure and need…
The application period is now open for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) School Fishing Club Program. This annual educational program focuses on teaching young anglers about best fishing practices to help ensure the future of fishing in Florida. Each participating club will be provided with program curriculum and educational materials to be taught throughout the school year by the club sponsor. The curriculum consists of lessons and activities on ethical fishing, conservation, Florida aquatic habitats, basic fishing equipment, and general fishing concepts, and is applicable to freshwater and saltwater fishing. Additionally, at least one conservation project activity…