Purpose


The purpose of the proposed rule change is to adjust statewide management zone boundaries, shift open season dates for deer and fall wild turkey and establish a new 2-day “Youth Turkey Hunt” prior to the spring turkey season. The effect of the proposed rule change will be to provide for the timing of the deer seasons to better coincide with preferred hunting periods, maintain the fall turkey season during preferred dates within the deer season, and provide an additional outdoor recreational opportunity for youth in the state of Florida.