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April is the kickoff of bluewater fishing off the Carolinas
Offshore fishing returns to the Carolinas this month, and the arrival of warmer water will bring large numbers of fish. These four captains help iron out the details. […]
Newsletter
Turkey Hunting
Aiken, S.C. hunter kills four-bearded, 23-pound turkey
James Shelby of Aiken, S.C. killed a 23-pound, 2-ounce gobbler on April 3, 2019 during a hunt near Monetta. The turkey had four beards that combined to measure 26.25 inches. […]
Crappie/Bream
Target Kerr Lake slabs on the move
Long-line trolling is the key to catching Kerr Lake’s crappie in the month of April, but you have to do it at the right speed and with the right size lures. […]
Big Bass
It’s big bass time in the Carolinas
Anglers in both Carolinas have been catching trophy bass, including some that went over 10 pounds, and some of these trophies were caught during tournaments. […]
Turkey Hunting
NCWRC offers tips for turkey hunters as 2019 season approaches
The NCWRC has a few suggestions for turkey hunters as the 2019 turkey hunting season approaches for North Carolina hunters. […]
Striper
Striped bass bite heating up on Wateree River
The spring striper bite is heating up on the Wateree River, and getting into the shoals is the key to catching these fish. […]
Bass Fishing
An alternative to sight-fishing
Sight-fishing is a well-known way to catch largemouth bass in April, but it’s not the only way to catch them. Try these tips to catch bass that most sight-fishing anglers are missing out on. […]
Bass Fishing
Hit the banks for High Rock bass
Stick to the shallows in April at High Rock Lake and you’ll catch your share of largemouth bass. […]
Offshore Fishing
Youth angler catches 400-pound swordfish
On the second drop of the day, Al Morris, Jr. caught a 400-pound swordfish out of Atlantic Beach, N.C. on March 24, 2019 after a 4-hour fight. […]
Freshwater Fishing
Family Fishing Fiesta coming to Chatham County on April 7
A Family Fishing Fiesta will be held at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area on March 7, 2019. The event is free and sponsored by the NCWRC and the Jordan Lake State Recreation Area. […]