The Wildlife Resources Commission proposes lowering the daily creel limit for striped and white mullet from 200 to 100 fish in aggregate and establish a limit of no more than 400 fish total per boat to align with Marine Fisheries rules.
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New guide helps tackle ID’ing state’s freshwater fishes
Check out the recently published “A Guide to North Carolina’s Freshwater Fishes” to find out which of the 40 families of freshwater fish are on the coast and where.
DMF asks anglers to donate red snapper carcasses
The Division of Marine Fisheries has set up three temporary drop-off spots, in addition to the 12 carcass collection locations throughout the year, where recreational fishermen can take their red snapper carcasses.
Committee to review proposed oyster, clam rule changes
Division of Marine Fisheries staff and Oyster/Hard Clam Fishery Management Plan Advisory Committee members are scheduled to meet July 15-17 to review draft amendments to eastern oyster and hard clam fishery management plans.
Cooper declines to sign bill delaying catch-reporting rule
The controversial measure that requires recreational anglers and commercial fishermen to report their catch of five named species takes effect late next year.
State to review NOAA’s proposed ‘speed rule’ changes
The state is accepting comments for its review on proposed vessel speed limit changes that federal officials say would further reduce North Atlantic right whale mortalities.
Eleven students attend Marine Patrol’s first summer camp
Young cadets recently completed the inaugural North Carolina Marine Patrol Junior Academy, an immersive educational experience geared to provide a glimpse into the officers’ daily routine.
Public hearing on Adams Creek shellfish leases set for July
The public hearing on the two proposed leases for Adams Creek is set for 6 p.m. July 24 in Havelock.
New striped mullet management rules to begin Monday
New commercial weekend closures and recreational possession limits for striped mullet will take effect Monday, fisheries officials said.
No recreational flounder season likely this year; here’s why
The agency that manages inland waters is looking for public input on a proposed temporary rule to close recreational flounder season in inland waters for 2024.
Three anglers each land state-certified record fish
The North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries announced Friday that it had recently certified three state record fish.
Hearing set on 2 proposed shellfish leases in Carteret
The hearing July 17 is on applications by Cedar Island Oyster Co. LLC for water column leases in Cedar Island Bay and east North Bay.
Governor appoints coastal residents to state boards
Several coastal residents have been appointed to state boards and commissions, and one government official to the North Carolina State Ports Authority, Gov. Roy Cooper’s office announced Monday.
State commissions adopt fisheries catch-reporting rules
The Marine Fisheries Commission and the Wildlife Resources Commission in separate meetings Thursday approved rules that take effect Dec. 1 and that critics call unenforceable government overreach.
Opinion: Catch reports will improve fisheries management
Guest commentary: The state needs time to build out its new catch-reporting system, and while it may annoy some, the improved data will mean more fish, longer seasons.
Commission to vote on mandatory harvest reporting rules
The Marine Fisheries Commission will meet by web conference June 6 to vote on the final adoption of temporary rules to implement mandatory harvest reporting requirements.
