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WILDLIFE ALERT REWARD PROGRAM
Share the
heritage. Get involved!
The Youth Hunting Program’s goal is to
increase youth participation in hunting
activities. To do this, the FWC needs:
■ Landowners and hunting clubs interested
in opening their property for
weekend youth hunts.
■ Volunteers to be trained as
huntmasters, hunter safety instructors,
cooks and guides.
For more information on the Youth
Hunting Program, visit
MyFWC.com/huntersafety/YHP
or call (850) 413-0084.
Wildlife Alert Reward Program
The residents of Florida have an opportunity to help protect our state’s fi sh and
wildlife from poaching and wildlife violations and to help protect each other from
boaters who are operating boats under the infl uence of drugs or alcohol. It’s
called “Wildlife Alert,” and everyone who has access to a telephone or the Internet
can participate in this important effort.
Wildlife Alert is a reward-based program created in 1979 to increase resident
participation in apprehending those who violate Florida’s fi sh and wildlife laws.
The program is administered by a 13-member committee appointed by the Florida
Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s executive director. This committee
oversees direction of the program and directs the reward payment schedule.
Through the program, alert residents become the eyes and ears of fi sh and
wildlife law enforcement offi cers and are rewarded for their efforts. Many times
residents’ calls are the only way law enforcement offi cers fi nd out about some
violations.
Callers can report any suspicious activity, supplying information such as the
physical descriptions of violators, vehicles, license tag numbers, locations, etc.
They should report it as soon as possible, but they should not put themselves in
any dangerous situation. Callers reporting potential violators do not have to give
their names or e-mail addresses. They remain anonymous and will not be required
to testify in court.
To make an anonymous phone call to report fi sh and wildlife violations, call
1-888-404-3922 or visit MyFWC.com/law/alert/.
1.8 million wooded acres. You choose.
*Actual Rayonier property.
Most Rayonier lands are within a few hours’
drive of major cities in Georgia, Florida,
Alabama, Texas, New York and neighboring
states. Ours is quality timberland with abundant
fish and wildlife, reflecting years of responsible
forestry. And, we have 1.8 million acres to
choose from…in case you’re picky.
Log on to RayonierHunting.com to select
your own prime hunting land in time for the
upcoming season. Prime hunting lands are
always popular. Since agreements for hunting
are annually renewable, you’ll want to watch our
website for the most current offerings.
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