Western NC Archives - Page 70 of 73

Beginning July 1, 2008, all lures that use scent or taste attractants will be classified as natural baits in inland trout streams.

New Mountain Trout Regulations Go into Effect July 1

A new regulation that will affect anglers fishing in public mountain trout waters clearly defines what types of lures are allowable when trout fishing on waters that require anglers to use only artificial lures. […]

The Charleston-based crew of the Artemis captured the week-long Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament’s top prize with this 640-pound fish, landed June 9, the event’s first day.

Artemis Wins 50th Big Rock in Morehead City, N.C.

From News Reports

After five days of waiting, the Artemis crew won the 50th Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament on June 14, earning $708,400 from the event’s $1,854,575 purse. […]

Beginning June 7, when regulations switch to "hatchery supported", Anglers fishing in "delayed harvest" trout waters may keep up to 7 trout per day.

Delayed-Harvest Trout Waters Open June 7 Under Hatchery-Supported Regulations

From News Reports

RALEIGH, N.C. – Anglers fishing in mountain waters designated as “delayed-harvest” can keep the trout they catch beginning at 6 a.m. on June 7, when regulations change to “hatchery supported.” […]

George Poveromo, with a large red drum he caught during the summer of 2007, while fishing near Oriental with Capt. Gary Dubiel.

George Poveromo to Host Dolphin Seminar at Bass Pro in Concord

From News Reports

The NC Waterman Saltwater Fishing Club is proud to announce that George Poveromo will conduct a special seminar on how to catch more and larger dolphin, Tuesday evening, May 20, at the Bass Pro Shops in Concord Mills. […]

Nearly 400 porcupine fish attractor units are being placed in several western N.C. lakes.

WRC Adds Fish Attractors to Western N.C. Lakes

From News Reports

RALEIGH, N.C. – One of the first projects funded through a habitat enhancement program is currently under way on several lakes in western North Carolina.
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The difference between a bowfin (bottom illustration) and a snakehead fish is shown by examining the anal fin (the fin on the fish’s bottom nearest its tail). A snakehead’s anal fin is more than half the length of its dorsal (top back) fin, while a bowfin’s anal fin is less than half the length of its dorsal fin.

Be on Lookout for Snakehead Fish

From News Reports

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission reminds anglers fishing the Catawba River this year to be on the lookout for snakehead — an exotic, predatory fish that has the potential to expand its range into N.C. waters.
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Davidson’s Dilemma

Richard Bernabe

Ask any dedicated North Carolina fly fisherman about the Davidson River, and you’re likely to get a strongly opinionated reply. […]

Snow Foolin’

Don Rouanzion

He wasn’t looking forward to a six-hour drive through the mountains on slippery, snow-covered roads, but Bryan Shilbett is a dedicated trout fisherman who never fails to show up for opening day of Cherokee’s pay-to-fish trout season. […]

Toothy Subjects

Mike Marsh

It was the perfect day for casting last March.

The sun was bright and there was no wind except a breeze generated by a fast boat moving at planing speed. The water surface was as smooth as glass and the depths below nearly as clear. […]

James W. Balsiger has been appointed as Acting Assistant Administrator for the NMFS.

NOAA Names Balsiger Acting Director for NMFS

From News Reports

James W. Balsiger has been appointed as acting assistant administrator for NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service, directing federal scientists and regulators responsible for managing commercial and recreational ocean fishing and the protection of marine mammals, sea turtles and their habitat.
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