FWC lists October 9–22 Atlantic red snapper season with reporting requirements
FWC’s corrected notice lists an October 9–22, 2026, recreational red snapper season in Florida’s Atlantic state and federal waters.
What the record says
FWC says participants need appropriate licenses and permits, trip declarations through its reporting app, and copies of their declaration and Florida’s exempted fishing permit on the vessel; the notice lists additional catch and gear restrictions.
Practical next step
Read the complete FWC participation instructions and current regulations before fishing.
Limits and what is not established
This is Atlantic guidance, not Gulf-coast permission for Wakulla waters. A possible December season is not an announced opening. The article does not waive licensing, bag limits or other conditions.
Sources checked October 7, 2026. This record reflects the information reviewed then; later notices may change instructions or arrangements.
Original sources
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission: original information