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October 21, 2026

Swimmers are more likely to be attached by a shark in South Carolina waters than any state in the continental United States, with the Charleston area the most dangerous in the Palmetto State.

Chances of a shark attack highest in South Carolina of any state in lower 48

If the theme song from “Jaws” runs through your head the next time you take a dip in the ocean at a South Carolina beach, you probably shouldn’t ignore it. […]

In a settlement announced Friday, Remington has agreed to replace triggers in more than 7 million Model 700 rifles nationwide because of the possibility of inadvertent discharge.

Remington agrees to replace triggers on some Model 700 rifles

From News Reports

In a settlement filed last Friday in a federal court in Missouri, Remington has agreed to replace millions of triggers in its Model 700 rifle because of the possibility of the gun accidentally firing. […]

Remington has recalled Model 887 shotguns made from Dec. 1, 2013 through Nov. 24, 2014 for problems that might cause the guns to fire unintentionally.

Remington recalls some Model 887 shotguns for possible defects

From News Reports

Remington has announced a voluntary recall of Model 887 shotguns manufactured from Dec. 1, 2013 through Nov. 24, 2014, because company engineers have determined that some weapons could, under certain circumstances, unintentionally discharge. […]

Proposed openings in North Carolina's two national forests will result in the growth of grasses and other understory vegetation that is beneficial to many wildlife species.

Commission biologist says proposed USFS plan for Nantahala, Pisgah will benefit wildlife

Craig Holt

Gordon Warburton, a biologist with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, said criticism of a preliminary U.S. Forest Service proposal to allow limited timber harvests in the state’s two largest national forests is misleading and misses the mark by a wide margin. […]

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Sportsman Store offering big holiday savings

North Carolina Sportsman

Black Friday is still days away, but if you’re on the lookout for great gift ideas for sportsmen and sportswomen on your list, head to the Sportsman Store now for savings on popular clothing and accessories that are sure to be a hit on Christmas morning. […]

A dove-hunting clinic for young hunters will be held in the Conway area on Nov. 22.

SCDNR, QDMA holding dove-hunting clinic for youths on Nov. 22

SCDNR News Release

The S.C. Department of Natural Resources’ Take One Make One Program and the Horry County “Sandlappers” branch of the Quality Deer Management Association is offering aspiring young hunters the opportunity to learn more about dove hunting with a dove clinic on Nov. 22 in Conway. […]

A bear-poaching sting in western North Carolina that snared several of one state legislator's constituents apparently provided the impetus for a legislative committee meeting to study the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission.

Legislature to put N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission under microscope

Craig Holt

Just when you thought the deer-farm issue had been resolved, the topic will reappear Tuesday, Nov. 18, in a special legislative hearing in Raleigh. […]

Chris Howard of Pineville used the Flintlock Valley Shooting Range in the Uwharrie National Forest for target practice and to tune up for hunting season.

Thanks to increase in excise tax revenues, North Carolina is “range rich”

Jack Horan

With three public shooting-range openings in 2014, hunters and target shooters now have four state-sponsored ranges across North Carolina to practice with their rifles, shotguns, muzzleloaders and pistols. […]

The state of South Carolina celebrated the 25th anniversary of the ACE Basin Project this past Sunday.

State celebrates 25th anniversary of ground-breaking ACE Basin Project

Brian Cope

When Dr. Ernie Wiggers said this past Sunday that “The ACE Basin is one of the last great places on earth,” the moss-draped oaks, backdropped by the flowing waters of the Combahee River, left little doubt that he was correct about that on a day of celebration for the ACE Basin Project’s 25th anniversary. […]

Kathy, Bob and Lynnsie McManus stand by a piece of concrete reef structure that bears the ashes, sunglasses and cell phone of husband and father Ron McManus, honored by having an artificial reef named for him.

Artificial reef off Little River is dedicated in honor of McManus

Jerry Dilsaver

The Ron McManus Memorial Reef was dedicated on Oct. 31 when the public was introduced to a piece of concrete structure that contained his ashes, his sunglasses and his ever-present cell phone that will be deposited on a site 5 miles southwest of Little River Inlet to honor a leader in community and fishing activities. […]