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July 22, 2026

Hunters at six southeastern N.C. counties could get an early start on the 2007 turkey season, if a Winnabow commissioner's proposal is approved.

Sportsmen can send split-season turkey proposal to Assembly

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission approved 54 changes to state hunting, fishing and trapping regulations at its March 1 meeting. […]

Hunters have until May 30, 2006, to tell the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service if they wish to keep hunting as one of the agency's game management tools.

Sportsmen can offer views to FWS about migatory bird hunting

From News Reports

Do you want to have input regarding U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service management policies as they deal with hunting of migratory birds? […]

Approximately 100 anglers enjoyed the final NCS/SCS fishing school at Greenville March 18, including (left to right) publisher Ty Conti, boat winner Jon Olson of Wendell, consolation prize-winner Billy Igoe and David Owens of Road King Trailers.

NCS/SCS fishing schools a hit again

Craig Holt

North Carolina and South Carolina Sportsman Magazines ended a successful series of fishing schools at Greenville, N.C., March 18, with the final 2006 seminars for Carolinas anglers. […]

Kenneth Burchfield took this 163 5/8-inch, 2005 Best-by-Gun Typical, in Union County.

More big bucks revealed at Dixie Deer Classic

Craig Holt

The 26th Dixie Deer Classic was marked by so many worthy entries in the N.C. Big Buck Contest that officials of the Wake County Wildlife Club added extra awards to honor a pair of tremendous deer. […]

The Red Drum Fisheries Management Plan has been one of the most successful fishery rebuilding plans ever implemented by the N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission.

Fisheries Forum Scheduled for March 14

From News Reports

MOREHEAD CITY — Want to learn more about cutting-edge fisheries research or share ideas for improving fisheries management in North Carolina? Well here is your chance. […]

On January 12, Marc Heiden, of Florence, SC, caught this 9-pound, 5.12-ounce Queen Triggerfish to claim the new state record.

Queen Triggerfish Record Topped

From News Reports

During the remarkable winter weather of early January, Marc Heiden, 41, of Florence, SC caught a 9-pound, 5.12-ounce Queen Triggerfish to claim the new state record for the species. […]

2005 Classic winner Kevin VanDam (L) presents 2006 Classic winner Luke Clausen (R) with the championship trophy.

Clausen Leads Start to Finish: Claims 2006 Classic Crown

From News Reports

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — In its first 35 years, the CITGO Bassmaster Classic had six champions who led from start to finish. Luke Clausen is lucky number seven. […]

David Hiebert (L) and Capt. David Bronson with the N.C. state record striper, which weighed 62 pounds and was caught in late December.

FLW Outdoors to launch striped bass tournament trail

From News Reports

BENTON, Ky. – In response to what they termed as overwhelming demand, FLW Outdoors has announced it will launch the largest, most prestigious and highest-paying striped bass tournaments in history beginning this summer. […]

Anthony Gagliardi hoists one of of the many large bass in his 47 pound and 4 ounce finals catch at Lake Murray.

Gagliardi Pockets $200,000 in Chevy Open at Lake Murray

From News Reports

Columbia, S.C. – Emerging from the Lake Murray parade of bass after bass weighing 7 and 8 pounds was South Carolina’s own Anthony Gagliardi, who tallied a final-round record weight of 47 pounds, 4 ounces to win $200,000 at the 2006 Chevy Open. […]

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park has requested permission to add as many as 30 imported elk to the existing herd of 52 elk now living in the Cataloochee Valley.

Elk Importation Under Review

From News Reports

RALEIGH, N.C. — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is reviewing a request to import more elk into the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. […]

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Bag a Buck

It was great to see all my efforts come together to kill this buck.

Cape Fear River catfishing with Carolina ALL OUT

Catfish

Chris Douglas joins catfish angler Justin Riewhestahl to fish for Cape Fear River blue cats and flatheads, and they catch their share. […]

Little girls, big fish

Catfish

Colt Turner was fishing with his daughters in June when they teamed up to catch a big catfish on the Dan River. […]

Plano Frost 32-quart cooler

NEW PRODUCTS

Plano knows plenty about plastics, so it’s only natural for them to make the high-performance, Frost 32-quart cooler. […]

Kings Camo XKG Ridge Short

NEW PRODUCTS

The XKG Ridge Short features four-way stretch polyester, water-resistant treatment and unmatched breathability. […]