Why Wildlife in North Carolina magazine? Easy. Consider it your inspiration to go experience North Carolina’s great outdoors.
Wildlife in North Carolina offers the kind of hunting and fishing insight that you can use to have a better day in the field and on the water, written by the state’s leading wildlife and outdoor experts. We keep you up to date with conservation and the latest news from the field. We highlight public areas and natural wonders for you to explore. Open one of our issues and you’ll see hunting and fishing seasons at a glance, brilliant wildlife photography, fascinating stories, and recipes foodies will want to make!
We publish Wildlife in North Carolina six times a year. That’s an issue every two months packed with captivating articles that will motivate you to get outside!
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written by Sean Stanton Why feeding wildlife is unsustainable and fosters unhealthy populations.
written by Mike Zlotnicki A pursuit once dominated by men is becoming increasingly diverse.
written by Sydney Brown / photographed by Melissa McGaw A day trip to New Bern reveals new sights, sounds and species for this beginning birdwatcher.
written by Moriah Boggess The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission uses biological and survey data to help manage the state’s growing deer herd.
written by Josh Leventhal / photographed by Melissa McGaw The Commission unveils new programs and access areas to help disabled sportsmen participate in outdoor recreation.
written by Josh Leventhal / photographed by Melissa McGaw The Upper Tar Game Land Complex features premier deer and turkey hunting opportunities and hosts diverse aquatic habitats.
Fun for All Ages
Squirrel hunting may be the traditional introduction to hunting for children, but you don’t have to be a kid to enjoy it.
Celebrating 75 Years
We wrap up the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s 75th anniversary celebration with a look back at the many milestone events that shaped how the agency conserves the state’s wildlife and habitats.
written by Sydney Brown | illustrated by Liz Bradford
Learn the laws that help protect animals in need by placing them in one of three categories.
written by Ann May | illustrated by Amy Friend
Shoreline plants help protect ponds and lakes while providing food for critters that live there.
written by Sydney Brown | illustrated by Anne Runyon
Ducks are almost EVERYWHERE in North Carolina, yet not all ducks are the same.
From tiny ants to medium-sized mammals, all sorts of creatures prefer to make their homes in burrows beneath the surface.
Insects like ants, butterflies and wasps use tricks to keep predators away.
written by Liani Yirka | illustrated by Amy Friend
Waterfowl species like snow geese migrate south every winter to warm places like North Carolina.
September-October
Deer by the Numbers
July-August
Wildlife in North Carolina 2021-2022 Photo Competition
Wild & Tasty Venison Jerky
May-June
Three Cheers for Our Volunteers
March-April:
Taking Toms with Decoys
Preserving a North Carolina Fishing Tradition
January-February:
Everyone is a Birder (PDF)
Wild & Tasty Cajun Catfish Stew (PDF)
State of the Gobble (PDF)
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