The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) advises that black bears’ eating behavior alters in the late summer through fall. They significantly increase their food consumption to prepare for the colder months when natural food is less available. It’s called hyperphagia and it means “extreme appetite.” Which means they are on the search. For food. And they are not picky eaters!
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The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) will implement Delayed Harvest Trout Waters regulations on 33 trout waters beginning Oct. 1.
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.
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is accepting public comments through November 3, 2025 for No-Wake Zone Caldwell & Davidson Counties Proposed Rules. A virtual public hearing on the proposed changes is scheduled for September 30, 2025.
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.. A virtual public hearing on the proposed changes is scheduled for October 2, 2025.
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. A virtual public hearing on the proposed changes is scheduled for September 25, 2025.
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.
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.
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. Boyd was sworn in on July 22 at the Department of Agriculture headquarters in Raleigh.
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.
Members of the public may join in person or by Zoom (registration is required).