Press Releases
NOAA Fisheries is recommending nearly $900,000 in funding for projects that will reduce discards and increase fishing opportunities. Fishing is a favorite pastime and an economic driver, especially in the […]
Committee for the N.C. Commercial Fishing Resource Fund are accepting proposals for the 2024 funding cycle. The Commercial Fishing Resources Fund receives proceeds from the sale of Commercial Fishing Licenses […]
The N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission adopted on June 6 temporary rules to implement mandatory harvest reporting required by a new state law. The North Carolina General Assembly passed Session Law […]
The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries recently certified three state record fish – a near world record size Yellowmouth Grouper, a White Grunt, and an Almaco Jack. Yellowmouth Grouper (Mycteroperca […]
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) increased fees for hunting, fishing, trapping, and activity licenses, permits, stamps, and certifications. The change went into effect on July 1, 2024. The fee […]