Press Releases
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) increased fees for hunting, fishing, trapping…
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) increased fees for hunting, fishing, trapping, and activity licenses, permits, stamps, and certifications. The change went into effect on July 1, 2024. The fee […]
The N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission agreed this week…
The N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission agreed this week that the Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Marine Fisheries should take a broader look at the protection of submerged aquatic vegetation. […]
In early May, Members of the United States Senate voted in favor of…
In early May, Members of the United States Senate voted in favor of the bipartisan America’s Conservation Enhancement (ACE) Reauthorization Act (S. 3791). This critical legislation includes many priorities for […]
In order to preserve the southern flounder resource, the North Carolina recreational flounder season will not open…
In order to preserve the southern flounder resource, the North Carolina recreational flounder season will not open for harvest in 2024. Estimates from 2023 indicate the recreational catch exceeded the […]
The recreational fishing community cares about whale conservation but we need a smarter approach!
The recreational fishing community cares about whale conservation but we need a smarter approach! Please use the resources below to learn more about this important issue and how to engage […]