Thursday, October 29, 2015

Florida to consider changes to Box-R Ranch management plan

The State of Florida is looking for public input into the 10 year management plan for the Box-R Wildlife Management Area just west of Apalachicola.
The Box-R Wildlife Management Area includes over 11 thousand acres in Franklin and Gulf counties.
The area was once known as the Box-R Ranch.
The Wildlife Management Area is used for a number of outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, kayaking, and horseback riding.
It is also a good location for bird watching and wildlife viewing with bird and animal species including wood storks and white ibis as well as alligators and otters.
The 10-year management plan spells out how the property can be used, including any amenities that might be provided.

Hunting and fishing regulations are not included in this plan, because they are addressed through a separate public process.
There will be a public hearing on the draft management plan on Thursday, November 5th at the Franklin County Courthouse in Apalachicola.

The public will then be able to comment on the draft land management plan and offer suggestions.


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