Bear Warriors United has withdrawn its lawsuit seeking to block the state’s planned black bear hunt but intends to take its battle to another court as the state prepares to accept hunting permit ...

OCALA, Fla. — After over three hours of public input, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission spent about 30 minutes discussing and asking questions to staff about a bear hunt before voting ...

Here are the things that really matter when picking a bear rifle or defensive gun — and why many folks have it all wrong.

Dates to apply for bear hunting permits in Florida have been announced. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said permits for the 2025 hunting season in Florida will open on Sept. 12 ...

Michigan’s bear hunting season is nearly here. An annual highlight for thrill-seeking outdoor enthusiasts across the state, the limited season takes place at different times depending on where you ...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will start accepting applications for bear hunting permits on Friday. The application window closes on the Sept. 22. Your neighborhood: ...

STATEWIDE — It’s open season for bear hunting applications. Anyone interested in taking part in the bear hunt in December can apply for a permit beginning Friday. "Bear harvest permit applications for ...

Milton Miller, 97, shot his black bear from just 12 yards away. He'd been hunting from the same ground blind for four days ...

TAMPA, Fla. — Permits for the bear hunting season open on Friday and will be open for 10 days. People interested can start applying at 10 a.m. Friday and can be submitted through 11:59 p.m. on Sept.

Florida lawmakers are questioning the state's wildlife commission after an endangered giant manta ray was captured for Sea World Abu Dhabi. Advocates are also challenging the FWC's decision to allow a ...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Applications to hunt and kill a bear in Florida will begin on Friday. From Sept. 12 at 10 a.m. through Sept. 22, hunters can apply for a permit to participate in Florida's first ...

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA)— Bear harvest permit applications for the 2025 hunting season are set to open today. The application opens today at 10 a.m. and can be submitted through Sept. 22 at 11:59 p.m.