Publications

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission's Division of Inland Fisheries offers a variety of fishing publications. Click on a choice below to see details about the publications listed.

North Carolina Trout Fishing Maps Book

	Description
	This map book not only contains maps of the trout waters open to public fishing, but they are color-coded according to the signs posted on the streams, which detail the trout regulations in effect. In addition, the maps show the location of game lands, state parks and fishing rules in effect on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
	How to Obtain
	This book is available for $12. To order by telephone using your credit card, call 1-866-WILDSHOP (1-866-945-3746) or 919 707-0393. You can also order by printing and mailing the online order form. See map updates since initial printing (pdf)
	*Contact:* See information above	*Write:* North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 1710 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1710

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Pond Management Guide

	Description
	This guide contains information on how to stock and manage recreational ponds properly, including the basic principles and requirements for maintaining high-quality fishing and solving pond problems.
	How to Obtain
	This guide is available free of charge. To order by telephone, call the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Division of Inland Fisheries at (919) 707-0220. Copies can also be obtained from the N.C. Cooperative Extension Service. View the Pond Management Guide online! (pdf)
	*Contact:* See information above	*Write:* North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 1721 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1721

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North Carolina Sport Fish Identification Pocket Guide

	Description
	This pocket-sized guide contains information on various freshwater sport fish species that inhabit our state’s waters.
	How to Obtain
	This guide is available free of charge. To order by telephone, call the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Division of Inland Fisheries at 919 707-0220.
	*Contact:* See information above Check out online Sport Fish Profiles!	*Write:* North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 1721 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1721

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Public Fishing Areas and Community Fishing Program Sites
in North Carolina

	Description
	This booklet contains information about bank fishing opportunities for people who do not own or have access to a boat. More than 100 Public Fishing Areas and Community Fishing Program sites are located throughout North Carolina.
	How to Obtain
	This booklet is available free of charge. To order by telephone, call the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Division of Inland Fisheries at 919 707-0220. See Public Fishing Areas online!
	*Contact:* See information above	*Write:* North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 1721 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1721

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City Lakes Fishing Guide of North Carolina

	Description
	This publication contains information on city lake fisheries in North Carolina. Municipal water supply reservoirs are located in the most densely populated areas of the state and are used extensively for sport fishing.
	How to Obtain
	This booklet is available free of charge. To order by telephone, call the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Division of Inland Fisheries at 919 707-0220. View the City Lakes Fishing booklet online! (pdf)
	*Contact:* See information above	*Write:* North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 1721 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1721

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Piedmont Streams Fishing Guide of North Carolina

	Description
	This guide contains information on fishing the Piemont streams of North Carolina. Access points, fish species available and "quality of fishing" ratings are included.
	How to Obtain
	This booklet is available free of charge. To order by telephone, call the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Division of Inland Fisheries at 919 707-0220. View the Piedmont Streams Fishing Guide online! (pdf)
	*Contact:* See information above	*Write:* North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 1721 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1721

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Age and Growth in Fishes

	Description
	This publication describes fish longevity and growth and how habitat can affect growth rate.
	How to Obtain
	This pamphlet is available free of charge. To order by telephone, call the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Division of Inland Fisheries at 919 707-0220. View the Age and Growth pamphlet online! (pdf)
	*Contact:* See information above	*Write:* North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 1721 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1721

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Catfishes of North Carolina

	Description
	This pamphlet contains information on how to identify the catfish species found in North Carolina waters. It also provides information on catfish fishing tips, regulations and fishing hot spots.
	How to Obtain
	This booklet is available free of charge. To order by telephone, call the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Division of Inland Fisheries at 919 707-0220. See Catfishes of North Carolina online!. (pdf - 4 M hi-res file)
	*Contact:* See information above	*Write:* North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 1721 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1721

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Herring and Shad Identification Guide

	Description
	This pamphlet contains information on how to identify the Herring and Shad species found in North Carolina waters.
	How to Obtain
	This booklet is available free of charge. To order by telephone, call the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Division of Inland Fisheries at 919 707-0220. See Herring and Shad Identification Guide online!. (pdf - 4.4 M hi-res file)
	*Contact:* See information above	*Write:* North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 1721 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1721

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