North Carolina migratory bird seasons released

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Tuesday, 14/05/2024

Officials with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission have announced the approved season dates, bag limits and applicable regulations for the 2024-25 waterfowl, webless migratory game bird (including doves) and extended falconry seasons.

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Public comment period open for migratory bird seasons

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Wednesday, 20/03/2024

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is seeking public comment on the 2024-2025 migratory game bird hunting seasons for waterfowl, webless migratory species and extended falconry. 

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Go birding

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Wednesday, 14/02/2024

Catch a sight of migratory birds at 8 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 17, at Lake Junaluska. 

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Dark skies help migrating birds

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Wednesday, 13/09/2023

Audubon North Carolina is urging residents to help keep the skies dark this fall to help birds as they migrate south.

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