Hunting, fishing fees to change July 1
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is announcing an increase to fees for hunting, fishing, trapping and activity licenses, permits, stamps and certifications, which will go into effect on July 1, 2024.
Wildlife Commission adopts new rules
Commissioners at the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) have adopted new rules for the 2024-25 seasons effective Aug 1. The new rules, adopted during the Commission’s February business meeting and were approved by the Rules Review Commission in April.
Wildlife Commission approves bear season expansion, deer season shift
During its Feb. 22 meeting, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission voted to adopt a slate of proposed rule changes for the coming year, including a pair of controversial measures that will shift the season dates for white-tailed deer and significantly expand the season length for black bear in the mountain region.
Go coon hunting in Sylva
Spend the weekend focused on coon hunting with the Jackson County Coon Hound Association Friday, Feb. 2, and Saturday, Feb. 3, in Sylva.
Shifting seasons: Hunters weigh in on proposed bear, deer rule changes
More than 100 people came to a public hearing Thursday, Jan. 11, at Haywood Community College in Clyde, that took input on what would be the first changes to black bear hunting season dates since the 1970s — and opinions were mixed.
N.C. sees uptick in hunting accidents
Across the state, there has been an increase in firearm-related hunting incidents involving serious injury and fatalities.
Expanded bear season proposed for WNC
A significantly expanded bear hunting season and loosened rules about bait usage are among the rule changes the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is proposing for 2024-2025.
Dove season opens Saturday
The hunting season for mourning and white-winged doves opens Saturday, Sept. 2, and will be separated into three segments.
HCC hosts hunter safety classes
Haywood Community College’s Department of Arts, Sciences, and Natural Resources and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission will offer a variety of hunter safety courses this fall.
WRC announces hunting webinars
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC) is offering six free hunting-related webinars September through December.