Can you drive in the Green Swamp?
Can you drive in the Green Swamp?
Green Swamp WMA ]In addition to established named or numbered roads, vehicles may be operated on roads marked by a solid yellow line identified on the SUV map. Permit does not supersede road closure notices posted at the check station. Permit valid only during periods when vehicles are allowed for hunting or scouting.
How do I contact Florida Fish and Wildlife?
- Community Relations. 850-488-4676.
- Human Resources. 850-488-6411.
- Inspector General. 850-488-6068.
Is Green Swamp Open?
Public access is limited to foot traffic and bicycles only, except during periods open for scouting or hunting, during fishing and frogging season (May 7 through June 19, 2022, Saturdays and Sundays only and May 6 through June 18, 2023 Saturdays and Sundays only) and when camping is allowed.
How many acres is the Green Swamp in Florida?
560,000 acres
The beat of central Florida’s hydrologic heart lies between Tampa and Orlando in 560,000 acres of Florida backcountry called the Green Swamp. The Green Swamp includes portions of Polk, Lake, Sumter, Hernando and Pasco counties.
How many acres is Green Swamp WMA?
50,692 acres
Green Swamp Wildlife Management Area (WMA) consists of 50,692 acres in Lake, Polk and Sumter counties. Also known as Green Swamp East, this area is part of the approximately 110,000 acres purchased to protect the land and water resources of the Green Swamp Basin.
How do I report invasive species in Florida?
You can call the FWC’s Exotic Species Hotline at 888-Ive-Got1 (483-4681) to report nonnative animals. We ask the public to call the Hotline to report high priority species, which include all nonnative snakes, monitor lizards, and tegus.
What does Florida Wildlife Commission do?
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission FWC) is responsible for conserving and managing fish and wildlife, and their habitats. We meet this responsibility with a combination of research, management, recreational opportunities, outreach and law enforcement.
Who owns the Green Swamp?
The Southwest Florida Water Management District
The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) has purchased approximately 110,000 acres in the Green Swamp to keep the land and water resources protected for future generations. This area is known as the Green Swamp Wilderness Preserve.
Can you hunt the Green Swamp NC?
Part of the Green Swamp is open to hunting through the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s Game Land program. See their website for hunting schedules.
Can you hunt hogs in Florida without a license?
A hunting license is not required, and a permit is not required to take wild hogs at night with a gun and light with landowner permission. Hunters may use dogs and any legal rifle, shotgun, crossbow, bow, pistol or air gun (including airbow). There is no size or bag limit, and either sex may be harvested.
Can I shoot a deer on my property in Florida?
Shooting or propelling potentially lethal projectiles over or across private land without authorization to take game is considered criminal trespassing and is a felony. Taking deer is prohibited by any method in the Florida Keys.