Passing it on: Youth and Beginner Hunts Bringing a newcomer or youth on to the big game hunting scene is different than doing it alone or with your fellow long time hunting partners. Instead of just getting an animal or trophy being the goal, you are passing on important skills and a heritage. Whether your newcomer is young or old, you are also developing a relationship.
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North Carolina WRC Discussed Deer/Turkey Seasons 07/14/08
Committee reports were just a part of the agenda at the July 9 meeting of wildlife commissioners of the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, but one of those reports has dominated subsequent discussions. [Comments?]
North Carolina Offers Free Fishing July 4th 06/23/08
Along with watching fireworks and grilling out, celebrate Independence Day by indulging in another favorite pastime, fishing — no license needed! [Comments?]
Texas Hunters and Anglers Lead the Nation 12/28/07
A ranking of states in categories including total number of hunters and anglers, spending by sportsmen, jobs supported, taxes generated, number of days spent hunting and fishing and the most traveled to states by hunters and anglers has been released for the first time. [Comments?]
North Carolina Adds 430 Acres to Highlands of Roan 10/22/07
The Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy (SAHC) purchased 430 acres on Oct. 5 in the Highlands of Roan in Avery County, adding to a network of protected lands that is rich in wildlife habitat and recreational opportunities. [Comments?]
North Carolina Reminds Hunters of Deer/CWD Rules 10/08/07
In an ongoing and continued effort to prevent Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) from infecting North Carolina's resident deer population, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is reminding hunters to use extreme caution in importing out-of-state harvests. [Comments?]
North Carolina Hunting and Fishing Day Events 09/17/07
This year, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will support National Hunting and Fishing Day on Sept. 22 through specials events at its regional wildlife education centers, and with an added message about the role of sportsmen in caring for the environment. [Comments?]
North Carolina's Game Land Additions 08/31/07
Looking for a new place to hunt? If so, make sure you check out the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission's recent game land additions. [Comments?]
North Carolina Receives Funding to Purchase New Habitat 05/02/07
Thanks to a series of monetary grants from the N.C. Natural Heritage Trust Fund, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has secured funding to purchase more than 3,000 acres of sensitive natural habitat, much of it formerly owned by International Paper. [Comments?]
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August Heat: Wyoming Antelope Hunt The heat of the August sun began to turn my blind into an almost unbearable sweat box in short order with every minute. However knowing that the hotter I got the thirstier the antelope were getting, and knowing that I had capitalized on a solar well that was miles from any other water source, was somewhat refreshing, but not much.
