Press Releases
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission voted to adopt a temporary rule for sheepshead harvest…
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission voted to adopt a temporary rule for sheepshead harvest in Inland Fishing Waters and by hook-and-line in Joint Fishing Waters. The daily creel limit for […]
He’s known for his professionalism, strong work ethic, and commitment to conserving North Carolina’s marine resources…
He’s known for his professionalism, strong work ethic, and commitment to conserving North Carolina’s marine resources. These qualities earned Marine Patrol Officer Jonathan Price this year’s Marine Patrol Officer of […]
The recreational black sea bass fishing season will open May 1 in North Carolina waters north of Cape Hatteras…
The recreational black sea bass fishing season will open May 1 in North Carolina waters north of Cape Hatteras. The following provisions will apply to state waters (0-3 nautical miles […]
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) has closed the recreational harvest of spotted seatrout…
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) has closed the recreational harvest of spotted seatrout in inland and joint (by hook-and-line) fishing waters from April 6 through June 30, 2026. NCWRC […]
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Marine Fisheries has opened the 2026 application period…
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Marine Fisheries has opened the 2026 application period for the state’s Shellfish Lease and Aquaculture Program. Individuals interested in leasing public […]