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July 12, 2024 New recreational, commercial harvest reporting requirements delayed to Dec. 1, 2025 MOREHEAD CITY – New harvest reporting requirements for recreational and commercial fisheries have been delayed by one year and will now become effective on Dec. 1, 2025. The N.C. General Assembly recently passed Session
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The 2 Bald Biologist head to Lake Apalachia, the westernmost point in North Carolina in search of trophy Brown Trout. Listen in as Corey and Ben discuss this hidden jewel of the Blue Ridge with District 9 Fisheries Biologist Amanda Bushon and longtime area angler David Woody. https://blubrry.com/ncwrc_better_fishing/132842562/westward-bound/
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A great turnout for the yesterday’s Surf Fishing foray. Seven members from the Sea Trail Fishing Club joined three members and a guest from Seacoast Anglers for a “How-To” hosted by Bob White (who is actually a member of both clubs). Bob brought live bait and helped us novices with tips for catching our own
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My conversation with Bob White: Bob suggests having more than one rod and accompanying sand spikes. For bait: something like a small 5 to 6 ft spinning rod with a 1000 series reel can be rigged with two very small hooks in tandem and used to catch bait fish. Bob suggested live shrimp as the
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A Combined Sea Trail Fishing Club / Sea Coast Angler Club Event This is a Learning Opportunity event for those of us with little or no experience to learn from those that do have both experience and local knowledge of the beaches near Ft. Fisher! After the event, there will be ample opportunities to visit
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License-Free Fishing Day is July 4 No fishing license is required for anyone who fishes on July 4, 2024, between the hours of 12 a.m.-11:59 p.m., and applies to residents and visitors. Anglers must follow North Carolina fishing regulations, including length and daily possession limits and bait and tackle restrictions. Need equipment? Find out about
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Ben and Corey are joined by District 1 Fisheries Biologists Chris Smith and Deon Kerr as they try to tackle fishing clear shallow water for quality Largemouth Bass at Lake Phelps in Eastern North Carolina. https://blubrry.com/ncwrc_better_fishing/132810407/fishing-the-pocosin-lakes/
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Dallas Brooks from Siler City, NC caught this 5-pound, 24-inch flounder on cut bait while targeting red drum near Carolina Beach on May 29, 2024.
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While kayak fishing is not for everyone, it is a great way to get on the water and get closer to nature. There are also some tips that can make the adventure more successful and safer. Check out the latest article in the June issue of Carolina Sportsman.