Events & Announcements
Public asked to report mudpuppy, hellbender sightings
The NCWRC is interested in mudpuppy or hellbender sightings and is asking anglers and other outdoorsmen to be on the lookout for these harmless creatures. […]
Freshwater Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
Body of missing dad found on Neuse River
The body of Sterling Holman was recovered from the Neuse River on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. He had been missing since March 24. […]
Catfish
How to catch catfish on mussel beds
Catch more catfish on mussel beds with these tips from Clay Henderson of Drifting Stix. […]
Freshwater Fishing
Body of missing 5-year-old angler found on Neuse River
The body of a 5-year-old angler who was missing for 6 days was recovered from the Neuse River on March 29, 2021. His dad is still missing. […]
Mountain Trout
NC Hatchery Supported Trout Waters open April 3, 2021
The NCWRC is opening the state’s Hatchery Supported Trout Waters on April 3, 2021. These waters have been closed for restocking since Feb. 28. […]
Crappie/Bream
Species spotlight: shellcracker
Redear sunfish are commonly referred to as shellcrackers in the Carolinas. These fish fight hard and make for excellent table fare. […]
Freshwater
Big shad are biting on the Santee River
The shad bite is on fire in the Santee River, and unstable weather doesn’t seem to bother these fish one lick. […]
Freshwater
Chattooga River trout are on fire
This video from Pautzke Outdoors shows how strong the trout bite is on the Chattooga River right now. […]
Catfish
How to lift heavy fish without breaking your net
Get heavy fish in the boat by lifting them in your net the proper way with these tips from Capt. Jason Wolfe of Wolfe’s Guide Service. […]
Catfish
Catching skinny water catfish requires different tactics
A handful of patterns will work on lakes in the Carolinas when it comes to spring catfish. […]