RALEIGH, N.C. (May 10, 2023) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will open 34 trout streams and two lakes classified as Delayed Harvest to trout harvest on June 3 through Sept. 30. From 6 a.m. until 11:59 a.m. on opening day, Delayed Harvest waters …
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 9, 2023) — Biologists with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission say this month is when people are more likely to spot a coyote than other time of the year. Coyotes are common throughout North Carolina, including in cities and suburbs …
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 4, 2023) — For the second year in a row, biologists with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission are asking for the public’s assistance in helping them track chipmunks east of I-95 in North Carolina. While biologists have long known …
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 2, 2023) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will be hosting a community question-and-answer forum about Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) and North Carolina's response to CWD on Tuesday, May 16 in Cumberland County. The public …
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 2, 2023) – The warm weather means more snakes will start to show up along trails, in the woods, crossing roads and in our yards. Wildlife Diversity biologists at the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission request that if you see a snake, do …
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 1, 2023) – A high school team from Alamance County and a middle school team from Haywood County took top honors at the 2023 Youth Hunter Education Skills Tournament (YHEST) on April 29. Southern Alamance FFA team won overall senior …
RALEIGH, N.C. (April 21, 2023) – Officials with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission have announced the approved season dates, bag limits and applicable regulations for the 2023-24 waterfowl, webless migratory game bird (including doves) and extended …
RALEIGH, N.C. (April 19, 2023) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) and the N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding demonstrating their commitment to work together to improve the infrastructure …
April 19, 2023 Public Notice of WRC Committee Meetings 9-10 a.m. - Migratory Birds & Waterfowl 10-10:45 a.m. - Education & Communication 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. - Land Acquisitions & Property 1:45-2:20 p.m. - Finance, Audit & Compliance 2: …
RALEIGH, N.C. (April 11, 2023) – Due to new detections of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in Cumberland and Wilkes counties, N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Executive Director Cameron Ingram invoked emergency powers to delineate Surveillance Areas and …
April 18, 2023 Public Hearing Webinar on Temporary Chronic Wasting Disease Management Rules 2:30 p.m. Register here or join by phone: Toll free (833-568-8864) using Webinar ID: 160 995 2306 Read rules text, submit a comment and find more information
RALEIGH, N.C. (April 10, 2023) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is asking the public to report any sightings of nine-banded armadillos to help Commission biologists determine their range expansion in the Tar Heel state. If you observe an armadillo …
RALEIGH, N.C. (April 3, 2023) –With spring already underway, humans aren’t the only ones that are taking advantage of the nicer weather. Here are some wildlife encounters you may experience and pro tips for handling each: Unattended young rabbits, deer …
RALEIGH, N.C. (March 21, 2023) – Wild turkey hunting season opens in North Carolina on April 1. The youth season is April 1 – 7, and the statewide season is April 8 – May 6. Hunters are limited to two turkeys for the season, only one of which may be taken …
RALEIGH, N.C. (March 9, 2023) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking public comment on the following: 2023-24 Migratory Game Bird Hunting Seasons for waterfowl, webless migratory and extended falconry. Species Conservation Plans for: Bog …
RALEIGH, N.C. (March 3, 2023) – Wildlife biologists at the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission are asking the public, particularly anglers as opening day of Hatchery Supported Trout Waters approaches (April 1), to report any sightings of hellbenders and …
