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May 17, 2013 Commission Meeting Agenda Package
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 17, 2013) Download the agenda package PDF below. May 17, 2013 Commission Meeting Agenda Package (7.21 MB) Visit Meetings / Actions in the About section for more information.

Wildlife Commission Reminds People to Leave Young Wildlife Alone
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 10, 2013) — Young wildlife may be cute — and it may be tempting to bring a fawn, cub, chick or kit home — but tiny animals are not pets. The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is reminding people that touching o...

Turtles, Snakes, Frogs, Oh My!
HOLLY SPRINGS, N.C. (May 9, 2013) — Celebrate turtles and learn more about conservation of these remarkable reptiles at Turtle Fest, a free,family-friendly event scheduled for Saturday, May 11, from 1-4 p.m. at Bass Lake Park in Holly Springs...

On the Road, On the Water, Don’t Drink and Drive Campaign Resumes
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 9, 2013) — A multi-agency safety initiative aimed at summer holiday travel will resume throughout North Carolina, beginning this Memorial Day weekend. The “On the Road, On the Water, Don’t Drink and Drive&rdqu...

Members Sought for Nongame Wildlife Advisory Committee
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 8, 2013) –The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking nominations for two members to its Nongame Wildlife Advisory Committee. Closing date for nominations is July 15, 2013. The 18-member committee, which advises th...

May 17, 2013 Commission Meeting Agenda
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 7, 2013) Download the agenda PDF below. May 17, 2013 Commission Meeting Agenda (PDF - 1.39 MB).  Note: The meeting is at the Hampton Inn and Suites, Pine Knoll Shores, NC. Visit Meetings / Actions in the About se...

Trout Stockings in Alleghany and Ashe Counties Postponed
MARION, N.C. (May 6, 2013) — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has postponed two trout stockings scheduled today for the Delayed Harvest sections of the Little River in Alleghany County and Big Horse Creek in Ashe County. Commission staf...

Trout Stocking in Nantahala River Postponed
MARION, N.C. (May 3, 2013) — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has postponed a  trout stocking scheduled for today into the Delayed Harvest section of the Nantahala River in Macon County. Commission staff had planned to stock in the...

Volunteers Sought for the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education
BREVARD, N.C. (May 3, 2013) — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education is seeking volunteers to help accommodate increased seasonal visitation. Located off U.S. 276 near Brevard alongside the David...

As Recreational Boating Season Begins, Boating Safety Required
RALEIGH, N.C. (May 2, 2013) — Being a safe boater isn’t just smart, it’s the law. Regulations are in effect to protect the boating community in North Carolina. Wildlife officers with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission want...

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