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  • Published on October 17, 2023 - 18:29 GMT

    First Conviction of Death by Impaired Boating in North Carolina

    RALEIGH, N.C. (Oct. 17, 2023) – A fatal boating collision investigation led by N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission law enforcement officers has resulted in the first conviction of Death by Impaired Boating in North Carolina. Matthew Ferster, of Brunswick …

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  • Published on October 13, 2023 - 18:11 GMT

    Wildlife Agency Confirms First Case of CWD in Johnston County, North Carolina

    RALEIGH, NC (October 13, 2023) – The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) confirms a 3 1/2-year-old female white-tailed deer harvested in Johnston County has tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). The deer was hunter-harvested …

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  • Published on October 12, 2023 - 20:32 GMT

    Expansion Begins for State’s Wildlife Law Enforcement Training Facility

    RALEIGH, N.C. (Oct. 12, 2023) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) has broken ground on a $10 million law enforcement training facility that will cement the agency’s presence at the Department of Public Safety (DPS) Samarcand Training Academy …

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  • Published on October 11, 2023 - 13:59 GMT

    North Carolina Turns the Tide for an Endangered Fish Species

    RALEIGH, N.C. (Oct. 10, 2023) – It’s a little fish, only 6 to 8 inches in length. But the Roanoke Logperch made a very big splash today. The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is reintroducing this tiny, endangered species back to the upper Mayo …

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  • Published on October 3, 2023 - 20:20 GMT

    Wildlife in North Carolina 2023-24 Photo Competition Now Open

    RALEIGH, N.C. (Oct. 3, 2023) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is accepting entries to its 19th annual Wildlife in North Carolina Photo Competition. Entries will be accepted until Jan. 31, 2024. The contest is open to amateur and professional …

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  • Published on October 3, 2023 - 10:42 GMT

    Invasive Apple Snails Now Confirmed in North Carolina

    RALEIGH, N.C. (Oct. 2, 2023) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) announced today that Apple Snail, a harmful invasive aquatic species, have been identified along the Lumber River in Lumberton. Native to South America, this is the first known …

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  • Published on September 22, 2023 - 23:50 GMT

    Invasive Zebra Mussels Now Confirmed in North Carolina

    RALEIGH, N.C. (Sept. 22, 2023) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) announced today that zebra mussels, a harmful invasive aquatic species, have been identified in an Iredell County waterbody. This is the first time this species has been …

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  • Published on September 14, 2023 - 19:11 GMT

    Delayed Harvest Trout Waters Open Oct. 1

    RALEIGH, N.C. (Sept. 14, 2023)— The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will implement Delayed Harvest Trout Waters regulations on 33 trout waters on Oct. 1. Under Delayed Harvest Trout Waters regulations, no trout may be harvested or possessed from …

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  • Published on August 29, 2023 - 18:07 GMT

    Nongame Wildlife Advisory Committee Seeks Membership Nominations

    The  North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is seeking nominations for its Nongame Wildlife Advisory Committee (NWAC) through September 25, 2023. Two expert affiliate seats on the NWAC will be filled by nominees selected by the NCWRC. The …

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  • Published on August 25, 2023 - 14:58 GMT

    State Enforcement Agencies Increase Presence this Labor Day Weekend

    Once again, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) and the N.C. State Highway Patrol (SHP) are coordinating with state and local agencies, and participating non-governmental organizations such as Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), in the annual …

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  • Published on August 21, 2023 - 16:49 GMT

    Dove Season Opens September 2

    The 2023-24 hunting season for mourning and white-winged doves opens on Saturday, Sept. 2, and the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission reminds seasoned and novice hunters the importance of being properly licensed, to observe state and federal regulations, …

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  • Published on August 10, 2023 - 17:53 GMT

    N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Offers Free Hunting Webinars

    N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Offers Free Hunting Webinars Beginner hunters encouraged to attend   RALEIGH, N.C. (August 10, 2023) — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC) is offering six free hunting-related webinars beginning in September …

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  • Published on August 2, 2023 - 11:51 GMT

    Aug. 3, 2023 Public Notice of Nongame Wildlife Advisory Committee Meeting

    With high call volumes and hold times longer than normal due to the transition to a new license and registration system, we encourage you to review these Tutorial Videos for how-to information regarding the new system. If you have questions and do not need …

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  • Published on July 28, 2023 - 20:16 GMT

    NEW Striped Bass Stocking Effort Aims to Restore Population

    RALEIGH, N.C. (July 28, 2023) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) and the N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries (NCDMF) have partnered on a three-year stocking effort to aid in restoring Striped Bass populations in the Roanoke River and Albemarle …

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  • Published on July 20, 2023 - 18:27 GMT

    Wildlife Commission Swears in New Officers

    PINEHURST, N.C. (July 20, 2023) — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Law Enforcement Division  now has16 new wildlife law enforcement officers. The recruits were sworn in during a graduation ceremony held this week in Pinehurst.  The graduating …

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  • Published on July 19, 2023 - 17:02 GMT

    Go Outdoors North Carolina

    RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA (July 19, 2023) – On July 1, 2023, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission launched a new, custom licensing system and mobile app, Go Outdoors North Carolina, developed in partnership with Brandt, a Florida based company …

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  • Published on July 12, 2023 - 21:51 GMT

    New State Record Confirmed for Channel Catfish

    RALEIGH, N.C. (July 10, 2023) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has certified a new channel catfish state record. On May 21, 2023, Justin Hall of Reidsville reeled in a 27 lb. 7 oz. channel catfish, from a local farm pond near his home in Rockingham …

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  • Published on July 11, 2023 - 19:43 GMT

    Wildlife Commission Releases More Information on Green Swamp Game Land Prescribed Fire

    WILMINGTON, N.C. (July 11, 2023) - The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is releasing more details about the prescribed burn that took place on Tuesday, June 13 at the Green Swamp Game Land in Brunswick County. On Tuesday, the Commission requested a …

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  • Published on July 7, 2023 - 15:29 GMT

    July 12, 2023 Public Notice of Commission Committee Meetings

    July 12, 2023 Public Notice of WRC Commission Committee Meetings   Executive (Closed Session): 8 - 8:45 am Habitat, Nongame & Endangered Species: 9 - 9:45 a.m.   Fisheires: 9:45 - 11:15 a.m. Land Acquisitions & Property: 12:15 - 1:45 p.m.   Small …

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  • Published on July 7, 2023 - 15:29 GMT

    July 13, 2023 Public Notice of WRC Business Meeting

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