Gulf Reef Fish Survey, according to FWC.“State Reef Fish Anglers will help improve recreational data for several reef fish species such snapper, grouper and hogfish,” according to FWC’s website. “The process is easy, no-cost and will help the FWC paint a clearer picture of how many people are targeting reef fish like red snapper and gag and what they are seeing and harvesting on the water.”Signing up for the State Reef Fish Angler designation is free and sign up begins July 1 and will be available anywhere FWC saltwater fishing licenses are sold or at GoOutdoorsFlorida.com.In July, the Atlantic federal red snapper season opens in federal waters on July 10, 11, 12 and 17.Fishing for red snapper in state waters, which is 3 nautical miles from.