
The hunt in 2015 brought, unfortunately, a lot of criticism to the agency and negative press nationally,” she said. Kate MacFall, who represents the Humane Society, was among bear-hunt opponents who addressed the commission Thursday. “Earlier this year, FWC Commissioners requested staff present an update on Florida black bears to a future Commission meeting however, a date for this update has not yet been finalized,” spokeswoman Lisa Thompson said in an email. Petersburg Bayfront on Thursday.īut a spokeswoman for the commission said the agency hasn't scheduled a discussion about a bear hunt, which would be needed to set up rules and permitting requirements.

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officials confirmed Thursday that the state won’t hold a bear hunt this year.Ĭoncerns that discussion of a hunt might be on the agenda drew animal rights advocates to the commission’s meeting at the Hilton St.
