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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
RALEIGH, N.C. (June 28, 2023) —In efforts to ensure a safer July 4 holiday experience on the water, law enforcement officers with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) will participate in Operation Dry Water, a national campaign being observed …
RALEIGH, N.C. (June 26, 2023) — 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 out-of-state visitors …
RALEIGH (June 21, 2023) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is launching a new license and vessel registration system July 1. As part of the transition to the new system, hunting and fishing licenses — including Coastal Recreational Fishing Licenses — …
RALEIGH, N.C. (June 20, 2023) – North Carolina’s 5-week wild turkey season had its highest ever recorded harvest of 24,089 birds, according to recent results from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s annual turkey harvest summary. The 2023 season …
WILMINGTON, N.C. (June 19, 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 N.C. Wildlife Resources …
RALEIGH (June 8, 2023) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is launching a new license and vessel registration system July 1. As part of the transition to the new system, hunting and fishing licenses — including Coastal Recreational Fishing Licenses — …
RALEIGH, N.C. (June 7, 2023) — Results from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s 2022 annual bear harvest summary show that hunters statewide recorded the highest harvest total on record at 4,056 bears — an 11% increase compared to the previous season. …
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 23, 2023) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, S.C. Department of Natural Resources, N.C. Highway Patrol and Mothers Against Drunk Driving will kick off the annual “On the Road, On the Water, Don’t Drink and Drive” campaign with …
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 12, 2023) — Despite their intimidating appearance, alligators are naturally fearful of people and will seek to avoid them — a trait that can disappear and create a public safety issue if they are fed by humans. The N.C. Wildlife …
