September • October 2020
CONTENTS
Fly Trying
written by Mike Zlotnicki | photographed by Thomas Harvey
Getting outside your comfort zone is just a cast away.
My First Deer
illustrated by Gary Palmer
Commission staff members recall memorable experiences that helped turn them into hunters for life.
Carolina Discoveries
written and photographed by Todd Pusser
From strange-looking whales to brightly colored salamanders, North Carolina has a long history of introducing new species to the world.
State of the Birds
written by Sara H. Schweitzer, Christine Kelly, John Carpenter, Carmen Johnson and Scott Anderson | photographed by Melissa McGaw | illustration by Liz Bradford
As bird populations decline, Commission biologists focus on protecting species of greatest conservation need.
A Dream Job Comes True
written by Josh Leventhal
Executive Director Gordon Myers prepares to retire after nearly 30 years with the Commission.
Archery Makes the Grade
written by Teri Boggess | photographed by Thomas Harvey
Bows and arrows join books and computers as part of the curriculum at schools across the state, and families and educators love the surprising results.
In the November • December Issue
Beetle Mania
One out of every four animals on the planet is a beetle. They have conquered every continent and are found across North Carolina. Let's take an up-close look at these fascinating critters.
More than an Artist
Before he became one of the most renowned and beloved wildlife artists in North Carolina and beyond, Duane Raver served as a biologist and editor for the Wildlife Commission. His memoir sheds light on this part of his career.
Great Dogs
This photo essay reveals why hunting dogs are much more than pets.
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.
written by Sydney Brown | illustrated by Liz Bradford
From tiny ants to medium-sized mammals, all sorts of creatures prefer to make their homes in burrows beneath the surface.
written by Sydney Brown | illustrated by Anne Runyon
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.
Table of Contents for 2020 Spring Outdoor Guide
Editor’s Note
For the Life of a Pond
written by John Manuel | photographed by Melissa McGaw
The ups and downs of reviving a Piedmont farm pond.
Regulations for Mountain Trout
Delayed Harvest Stocking Dates
North Carolina Angler Recognition Program
North Carolina Freshwater Fishing Records
Identification Chart
Regulations for Warmwater Game Fish
written by Josh Leventhal | photographed by Thomas Harvey
A week-long youth turkey season gives young hunters an uninterrupted opportunity to hunt turkey.
Coastal Boating Guide
Coastal Boating Access Areas
What is R3?
written by Chet Clark | photographed by Thomas Harvey
A new philosophy for recruiting, retaining, and reactivating outdoor participants has become central to the Wildlife Commission's outreach efforts.
2019 Reported Spring Wild Turkey Harvest
Inaugural Fishing and Boating Industry Summit
Upland Gazette
Table of Contents for 2020 Fall Outdoor Guide
Editor's Note
A Helping Hand
written by Mike Zlotnicki | photographed by Melissa McGaw
You don't need to be an expert to be a mentor.
Index to Game Lands
North Carolina Hunting Seasons
written by Mike Zlotnicki | photographed by Melissa McGaw
A group of N.C. State students get an outdoors education while participating in the Commission's Getting Started Outdoors workshop.
Regulations for Warmwater Game Fish
Regulations for Mountain Trout
Bear Season Map
Deer Season Maps
Hunting Regulations and Information
When Hunting is Permitted
written by Josh Leventhal
N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission's permit hunting program brings opportunities to life.
2019-20 Big Game Harvest Reports
The Upland Gazette