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RALEIGH, NC (March 2, 2021) -- The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is proud to announce the winners of the North Carolina Virtual National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) Tournament. The tournament was held Feb. 20 – 27 and…

RALEIGH, NC (February 25, 2021) – Biologists at the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission are reminding North Carolinians that if they find a bear den to leave it alone. Black bears are very resourceful in finding places to shelter late…

RALEIGH, NC (February 8, 2021) -- The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will offer free, online turkey hunting seminars this March. Topics will include biology, species habits, habitats, scouting, essential equipment, setup, effective shot…

RALEIGH, NC (February 5, 2021) -- The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will close approximately 1,000 miles of Hatchery Supported Trout Waters to fishing one-half hour after sunset on Feb. 28 and reopen them at 7 a.m. on April 3. N.C.…

RALEIGH, NC (November 4, 2020) – Women landowners, natural resources professionals and others are invited to attend the third of a four-part, interactive ForestHer NC Wildlife webinar on managing lands for wildlife. “Managing Woods for…

RALEIGH, N.C. (Oct. 27, 2020) — Expect to see or hear more coyotes in the coming weeks as young coyotes — those born this past spring — begin leaving their parents’ territory to find and establish a territory of their own. Biologists…

RALEIGH, NC (October 28, 2020) -- As deer hunting season continues around the state, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission's Home From the Hunt campaign reminds hunters to be sure to positively identify their target before pulling the…

RALEIGH, NC (October 20, 2020) -- Biologists with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission are asking the public to help them monitor the potential spread of a deadly rabbit disease that has not yet been observed in North Carolina’s rabbit…

RALEIGH, NC (October 6, 2020) – With fall temperatures falling, bear activity is increasing, and biologists with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission are reminding people to protect themselves and bears by following the six BearWise®…

RALEIGH, N.C. (October 1, 2020) – Women landowners, natural resources professionals and others are invited to attend a four-part, interactive ForestHer NC Wildlife webinar on managing lands for wildlife. “Invasive Plants and Their Impacts”…

RALEIGH, NC (September 21, 2020) — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will implement Delayed Harvest Trout Waters regulations on 36 trout waters on Oct. 1. Under Delayed Harvest Trout Waters regulations, no trout can be harvested or…

RALEIGH, NC (September 18, 2020) -- As deer season begins, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission reminds hunters to always follow safety guidelines when hunting from a tree stand. “It’s of the utmost importance to always use a…

RALEIGH, N.C. (Aug. 27, 2020) — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and its partners will conclude the “On the Road, On the Water, Don’t Drink and Drive” campaign over Labor Day weekend. The annual multi-agency initiative works to ensure…

RALEIGH, N.C. (July 27, 2020) — July has proven to be hot month in more ways than one after two anglers shattered two catfish state records within days of each other. On July 5, Joey Baird, of Lawrenceville, Va., was fishing with his…

RALEIGH, NC (June 25, 2020) –- Over the last few weeks, biologists with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission have experienced an uptick in calls from people who are seeing bears in neighborhoods. This is the time of year when bears are on…

RALEIGH, NC (June 22, 2020) — On July 4, anyone in North Carolina, regardless of age, can enjoy one of the state’s best outdoor activities for free. Free Fishing Day, which runs from 12 a.m. until 11:59 p.m., offers residents and…