Press Releases
Red Drum is North Carolina’s official state saltwater fish, and a popular one at that…
Red Drum is North Carolina’s official state saltwater fish, and a popular one at that. Those who fish for Red Drum, also known as puppy drum, redfish, bull drum, and […]
The N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission is looking for commercial and recreational fishermen…
The N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission is looking for commercial and recreational fishermen, scientists and other interested parties to sit on various fisheries advisory committees. Two regional advisory committees—Northern and Southern—and […]
The NC Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Marine Fisheries recently established a new…
The NC Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Marine Fisheries recently established a new state record for Cubera Snapper (Lutjanus cyanopterus). David Ashman, of Mohnton, Penn., caught the 85-pound fish […]
Wondering about the science behind management of state marine fisheries species?…
Wondering about the science behind management of state marine fisheries species? Check out the 2025 Fishery Management Plan Review, released by the NC Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Marine […]
Operation North State (ONS) and its supporters and volunteers are calling out for support…
Operation North State (ONS) and its supporters and volunteers are calling out for support for the upcoming 11th Annual Peer Fishin’ Festival. The Festival will be held Monday, October 19, […]