Recent reports have warned of smishing, but what exactly is it? And how do you know if you’re being smished? Smishing is 1 of the “ishing” scams: Phishing: scammers send you … more

By Allen Brown Summertime to most anglers is the best scenario to cast the line out into the water. It's the sun on the back, a gentle breeze on the face, and the promise of a strike with a solid … more

By Allen Brown Fishing can be a fun and entertaining activity, and a great way to explore the outdoors. It also offers a bit of exercise, which is important for maintaining good health. However, … more

Sales tax exemptions range from event and park entry fees to outdoor recreational equipment and supplies; see list below for details From the Florida Department of Revenue The new Freedom Week … more

The Lake Apopka Marsh Flow-Way is a constructed wetland designed to filter algae, suspended sediments and nutrients from the lake’s water By St. Johns River Water Management District The St. … more

From The Friends of Lake Apopka The Friends of Lake Apopka (FOLA) congratulates angler Ricci Head of Shawnee, OK who landed the first tagged fish in the inaugural Lake Apopka Fish Tag … more

From The Friends of Lake Apopka FOLA has partnered with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission to tag 500 fish in Lake Apopka, including largemouth bass, bluegill, and black crappie. One … more

From the Public News Service The federal government has approved new protections for fragile coral hotspots in the Gulf of Mexico. It's a long-awaited victory for environmental groups. Now, … more

While Florida aquaculture products generate about $100 million in sales annually, Friends of the Earth says aquaculture causes poor water quality and can harm the seabed, as well as marine … more