Record #:

36165

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

The recovery of the wild turkey’s population helped to assure the ongoing need for turkey calls, an important tool in a hunter’s kit. Included was directions for making a scratch box turkey call and images of turkey calls that prove them decorative and utilitarian.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 83 Issue 2, March/April 2019, p32-37 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Turkey calls; Turkey hunting; Turkeys; Hunting

Record #:

34402

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

Henry Snuggs combines his passion for woodworking and fish into a unique artform called Uncle Henry’s Artofishals. Similar to decoy carvings used in duck hunting or ice fishing, Henry carves and paints decorative fish that he calls “realistic folk art.” The carvings are three-dimensional and suspended, making the fish appear to be swimming.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 82 Issue 4, July/Aug 2018, p34-37, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wood-carvers; Woodcarving

Record #:

27392

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

A guide on how to keep one’s hunting dog safe, as well as what to do in emergency situations involving the hunt, explained through some of Marsh’s personal experiences with his hunting dog. He tries to cover most dangers one could face on the hunt with their dog.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 80 Issue 5, Sept/Oct 2016, p30-35, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hunting dogs

Record #:

27395

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

A variety of different types of blinds are used by duck hunters on the Currituck Sound to effectively and comfortably hide from ducks.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 80 Issue 5, Sept/Oct 2016, p24-29, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Duck shooting

Record #:

27667

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

Ladyfish can be elusive on the coast one day and easy to reel in the next. Fisherman, Mike Marsh, discusses the ladyfish species and how to catch one.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 80 Issue 4, July-August 2016, p32-35, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina, Coastal; Fishing

Record #:

22610

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike; McGaw, Melissa [Photographer]

Abstract:

It is time for the annual Sedgefield Hunt and Carolinas Foxhound Performance Trial at Sandhills Gameland in Richmond County, NC, a 9,009 acre area devoted to bird dog field trials. The trials, which began in 1954, include social events, horse and hound beauty treatments, and foxhound competitions.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 79 Issue 2, March/April 2015, p10-15, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fox hunting--Sedgefield

Record #:

22614

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

Brant geese, the most elusive of all of North Carolina's waterfowl species, also provides one of the most unique hunts in the state. As the geese winter in North Carolina, the sport hunting season will be 50 days as the Brant population exceeded 130,000 in the previous season, per the Brant Management Plan Hunting season guidelines.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 79 Issue 1, January/February 2015, p28-33, por, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hunting; Geese

Record #:

17758

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

North Carolina offers world class fishing opportunities off the coast due to the influence of the passing Gulf Stream.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 76 Issue 4, July/Aug 2012, p26-29, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fishing--North Carolina, Coastal

Record #:

13859

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

At one time thirty-six fishing piers jutted out from the state's coastline into the Atlantic Ocean. Now only eighteen remain. Natural disasters claimed some. Others have fallen victim to accelerated development and soaring land costs which have enticed owners to sell their piers for a substantial profit. Fishing piers and the culture they engendered seem to be disappearing forever. Oak Island seeks to keep this tradition alive and provide public access to saltwater fishing through the purchase of the former Yaupon Pier.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 75 Issue 3, Mar 2011, p20-25, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Saltwater fishing; Piers--Oak Island

Record #:

12966

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

Marsh recounts the history of the Mill Pond which is located in Columbus County. Over the years, many festive gatherings took place there; it was home to the Brunswick Walking and Drinking Club; and one of the oldest quail hunting clubs in the South organized there.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 74 Issue 9, Sept 2010, p4-9, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Mill Pond--Columbus County--History

Record #:

12973

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

A slam means taking everything possible, whether it is a card game, sports, such as tennis or baseball, and hunting and fishing. Hunters have slams, such as hunting all turkey species. Three squirrel species live in North Carolina - the red, gray, and fox. Marsh describes a squirrel slam to hunt these three types.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 74 Issue 10, Oct 2010, p26-31, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Squirrel hunting

Record #:

19265

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

An advocacy group of disabled veterans new program puts wounded veterans in the field with North Carolina turkey hunting guides and has proven successful not only in the hunt but in providing a network of aid for disabled veterans.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 74 Issue 5, May 2010, p14-19, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Turkey hunting

Record #:

19276

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

It takes a lot of preparation, effort, and skill to chase and land North Carolina's smallest and fastest billfish.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 74 Issue 7, July 2010, p4-9, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Billfish fishing

Record #:

11036

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

Eagles Island lies on the border of New Hanover and Brunswick between the Cape Fear and Brunswick rivers. Lying adjacent to Wilmington, the island was a prime spot for developers. Marsh discusses the work of a grassroots group - the Coalition for the Preservation of Eagles Island - that took on the task of protecting the island from development.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 73 Issue 4, Apr 2009, p20-27, il, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Environmental protection--Citizen participation--Wilmington; Eagles Island

Record #:

11755

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

Over the past forty years, the North Carolina Wildlife Commission has assembled a set of data on the state's black bear population. This led to the creation of the Black Bear Cooperator Program - a program of management activities that aided in the growth of the bear populations in eastern and western North Carolina.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 73 Issue 11, Nov 2009, p4-9, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Black bear--Research