January • February 2021
CONTENTS
2020 Photo Competition
Presenting the top photos in 10 categories.
grand prize
birds
mammals
reptiles and amphibians
invertebrates
wild plants
outdoor recreation
wild landscapes
animal behavior
youth photographer 13–17
youth photographer 12 and under
Wild & Tasty
recipe by Clark Barlowe | photographed by Thomas Harvey
Looking for something tasty on a cold winter night? Chef Barlowe is here to help with a delicious venison French onion soup recipe.
In From the Cold
written and photographed by Todd Pusser
Each winter, volunteers work with state and federal employees to give cold-stunned sea turtles a helping hand.
In the March • April Issue
Playing with Fire Ants
Most people do their best to avoid fire ants. Dr. Adrian Smith, of the N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences and N.C. State University, gets up close to them in his studies. He shares some of their unique traits and behaviors in this fascinating article.
Introduction to Hunting Dogs
Considering investing in a hunting dog? Then be sure to read this primer on what breed might be right for you, who you should buy from and whether you really need a hunting dog at all.
Skunked During Turkey Season
An experienced and successful turkey hunter conducts a little soul searching after failing to kill a bird last spring. His lessons learned could be helpful for any hunter.
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
Wildlife in North Carolina