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Wildlife Agency Cautions Bear Appetites Are at Seasonal High

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission  (NCWRC) advises that black bears’ eating behavior alters in the late summer through fall.

Delayed Harvest Trout Season Begins Oct. 1

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) will implement Delayed Harvest Trout Waters regulations on 33 trout waters beginning Oct. 1.

Wildlife Agency to Hold Free National Hunting and Fishing Day Events

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) will host two family-friendly events to recognize National Hunting and Fishing Day, an annual celebration promoting outdoor recreation and conservation.

Public Notice: Wildlife Commission Accepting Public Comments for Proposed No-Wake Zone Rules in Caldwell & Davidson Counties

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is accepting public comments through November 3, 2025 for No-Wake Zone Caldwell & Davidson Counties Proposed Rules.

Public Notice: Wildlife Commission Accepting Public Comments for Furbearer Propagation Proposed Rule Amendments

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is accepting public comments through November 3, 2025 for proposed rule amendments that will provide updates to the program framework for Furbearer Propagation in North Carolina..

Public Notice: Wildlife Commission Accepting Public Comments for Lake Norman Liveries Permanent Rule

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is accepting public comments through October 14, 2025 for a proposed permanent rule for Lake Norman Liveries in four counties: Catawba, Iredell, Lincoln, and Mecklenburg.

Public Notice: Wildlife Commission Accepting Public Comments for Paynes Branch Game Land Proposed Rule

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is accepting public comments through October 14, 2025, for the agency’s proposed regulation changes to establish Paynes Branch Game Land. A virtual public hearing on the proposed changes is scheduled for September 23, 2025.

Public Notice: Wildlife Commission Accepting Public Comments for Wildlife Service Agents Periodic Review

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is accepting public comments through October 14, 2025, for the agency’s periodic rules review regarding Wildlife Service Agents. A virtual public hearing on the proposed changes is scheduled for September 24, 2025.

Justin Boyd Sworn in as New Wildlife Commissioner

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) welcomes Commissioner Justin Boyd to its governing board. Boyd was appointed as an At-Large member by North Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler and will serve a four-year term until June 30, 2029.

Public Notice of August 28, 2025 NWAC Meeting

The Nongame Wildlife Advisory Committee (NWAC) will meet on Thursday, August 28, 2025 at the Commission Conference Room, 5th Floor, 1751 Varsity Drive, Raleigh, NC, from 10:00am to 2:30pm.