NCWRC Archives - Page 25 of 35 - Carolina Sportsman

SE counties dominate NC’s second-biggest turkey harvest

2019 was North Carolina’s second most successful turkey hunting season, and the majority of gobblers and jakes were killed in the southeastern part of the state. […]

Flounder harvest will close for N.C. anglers in August

Brian Cope

North Carolina’s flounder harvesting season will close in late August, and won’t open again until the summer or fall of 2020. […]

The NCWRC is seeking volunteers for an aquatic enhancement project on Harris Lake this summer.

NCWRC seeks volunteers for aquatic enhancement project on Harris Lake

NCWRC Release

The NCWRC is seeking volunteers to help with an aquatic vegetation restoration project on Harris Lake this summer. […]

The June 8 kids' fishing event is just one of dozens held throughout N.C. in June.

June 8 kids’ fishing event is one of dozens across N.C. in June

NCWRC Release

Neuseway Nature Park will host a free kids’ fishing event on June 8. It is one of dozens of kids’ fishing events that will be held throughout the Tarheel State in June. […]

Armadillos are not native to North Carolina, but they've been spotted throughout the state in recent years.

Seen an armadillo in N.C.? The NCWRC would like to know

Brian Cope

Armadillos, which are not native to North Carolina, are expanding their range throughout the state, and the NCWRC would like your help in determining where they currently exist. […]

Fish Cooking and Preparation is one of the workshops offered by the NCWRC throughout June.

Outdoor recreation workshops offered throughout June at Pechmann Center

Brian Cope

The John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center is hosting several outdoor recreation workshops throughout the month of June. […]

North Carolina hunters harvested 9-percent fewer deer in 2018-19 compared to average of previous three seasons.

N.C.’s 2018-19 deer harvest down 9 percent

Brian Cope

While North Carolina’s deer harvest numbers mark a 9-percent decline compared to the average of the previous three years, NCWRC wildlife biologists said it’s no cause for alarm. […]

The NCWRC has charged more than 25 Richmond County hunters with hundreds of violations.

Dozens of hunters charged with 308 hunting violations

Brian Cope

The NCWRC has charged 25 members of the Sandy Ridge Hunting Club with a variety of crimes that allegedly took place during 2017 and 2018. […]

Gray Stone Day school wins their third consecutive YHEST title.

Gray Stone Day School wins third consecutive Youth Hunter Skills Tournament

Brian Cope

North Carolina’s 2019 Youth Hunter Education Skills Tournament was held last weekend. Gray Stone Day School took top honors in the Senior Division. Piedmont Middle School finished first in the Junior Division. […]

North Carolina's 2019-20 waterfowl season are set, and some changes are in place.

North Carolina’s 2019-20 waterfowl seasons are set

Brian Cope

North Carolina has set its 2019-20 waterfowl seasons, and some changes are in place that hunters should take note of. […]

Build your own fishing rod

Fishing

For many anglers, fishing is about more than catching fish. It is about spending time outdoors, enjoying the challenge of fooling a wary bass or redfish, and making memories on the water. […]

Split-second decisions: make them count

Deer

Hunters often have to make split-second decisions for numerous reasons. […]

Old school hunting from the ground

Deer

Joel Boykin of Bishopville, SC doesn’t mind hunting from a climbing stand, but what he really loves is hunting on the ground. […]

Madison County hunters down rare trophies

Deer Hunting

Two hunters from Madison County, NC killed two trophy bucks during the last month of the 2025 deer hunting season. […]

11 outdoor journalists win awards from SCOPE and Hampton Wildlife Fund

Newsletters

Eleven outdoor media members won Excellence in Craft awards at the 2026 South Carolina Outdoor Press Association’s yearly meeting, which was held in Greenwood, SC last month. […]