Hunting in North Carolina

New to Hunting?

Before the Hunt

Hunting information on a variety of hunting topics including equipment, methods, processing and more.

Seasons & Limits

Where to Hunt & Shoot

After the Hunt

It has been said that after the hunt the work begins. However, field dressing, game processing and preparing wild game for the table need not be difficult. With a little information and insight, after the hunt preparations can be accomplished easily.

Recovery of Game
View Your Past Harvest Records
Big Game Harvest Data by Species and Location Updated Live
Field Dressing and Transporting Wild Game
NC Department of Agriculture Deer Processor List
Mobile Deer Cooler Application for Hunters for the Hungry
Donate Your Harvest:

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Additional Hunting Resources

Deer Diseases

Hunting Heritage Program & Apprentice Permit

Improving Hunting Skills

Hunting Skill-Based Seminars

Becoming and Outdoors Woman

Survey Results, Harvest Reports & Other Reports

Regulatory Updates

Additional Info

Seen a Sick Deer?

If you have seen or harvested a sick deer, please contact your local District Biologist or the Wildlife Helpline at 866-318-2401.

Signs to look for:

Isolation from other animals
Listlessness or showing little or no interest in their surroundings
Lack of coordination
Frequent lowering of the head
Blank facial expressions
Walking in set patterns
Drooling and grinding of teeth
Drinking lots of water and increased urination
Low weight

For more information, see our Deer Diseases page.