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The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is advising coastal residents and visitors not to feed or interact with alligators. NCWRC’s Wildlife Helpline biologists are currently receiving several calls per day as public encounters with alligators increase during the spring through summer.

Memorial Day weekend traditionally marks the start of the busy boating and summer travel season. The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is encouraging safe boating practices and reminding the public of the dangers of operating a water vessel while impaired.  

On the Road, On the Water, Don’t Drink and Drive is a public safety campaign aimed at reducing alcohol and drug-related incidents on the roadways and waterways.

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is holding a day-long Outdoor Skills Academy for Women Sampler event on May 30 at the John E.

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.

For more information and to submit a public comment, visit the proposed regulations page.

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) offers helpful guidance when encountering wildlife as they become more visible this time of year.

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