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Powell discusses myths people have about prescribed burning, or the controlled burning of woodlands. One is that fire sterilizes the land; another is that animals do not know what to do in a fire. Actually fires help restore the ecosystem. Fire burning resources available to landowners include the Forest Resources Commission and private foresters.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 65 Issue 2, Feb 2001,
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4987
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Over-hunting and habitat destruction eliminated the Eastern elk from the Smoky Mountains by the mid-1800s. Now the National Park Service seeks to introduce the Manitoban elk, a close relative of the extinct Eastern elk, to the Smoky Mountains National Park. In February 2001, twenty-five elk were released. Another twenty-five will be released in 2002 and 2003. If the species can sustain itself over a five-year period, it will be allowed to remain.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 65 Issue 3, Mar 2001,
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Good nesting conditions over several years and the opening of five new hunting areas create the possibility for another record wild turkey harvest in 2001. In 2000, hunters killed 6,827 wild turkeys, which was a new North Carolina state record. So well has the turkey population increased that in fifteen of the last seventeen years, a state hunting record has been set.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 65 Issue 4, Apr 2001,
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The following individuals received the North Carolina Wildlife Federation's Governor's Awards for 2000: John Pechmann, Conservationist of the Year; Jonathan Lucas, North Carolina Wildlife Federation 2000 Officer of the Year; Pete Bromley, North Carolina State University, Wildlife Conservationist of the Year.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 65 Issue 5, May 2001,
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The floodplain of the Roanoke River has one of the mid-Atlantic states' most diverse eco-systems. Protecting the quality of the river is an on-going concern. In 1999, plans to build a paper plant near Weldon and more recently a company's plan to turn eighteen miles of the river into a barge canal were both canceled through citizens' protests. Still, concern exists as to whether that support will continue into the future, especially in an area where industry is needed and jobs are scarce.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 65 Issue 6, June 2001,
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5078
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Sid Baynes has retired from the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission after 31 years of service. Baynes, a North Carolina State University graduate, began his career as a wildlife biologist. In 1976, he was named chief of the Division of Conservation Education.
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North Carolina's quail population is declining. A study conducted at North Carolina State University put to rest some long-held assumptions and pinpointed a main cause. Pesticides and predators were proven to be less of a direct cause than had been thought, with loss of habitat being the chief reason for the decline.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 65 Issue 9, Sept 2001,
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5174
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The North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission's program to promote black bear, turkey, and deer populations has been phenomenally successful. Now the agency is starting a five-year program called Cooperative Upland-Habitat Restoration and Enhancement, or CURE. Powell describes the program which will promote small-game populations like quail.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 65 Issue 9, Sept 2001,
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5208
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The North Carolina Wildlife Commission uses old Christmas trees to create fish habitats in lakes; however, the trees soon decay. In the summer of 2000, the agency began a study to determine whether manmade structures or woody vegetation are better fish attractors. Sutton Lake in New Hanover County is the site of the study.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 66 Issue 12, Dec 2002,
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5474
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The Clean Water Management Trust Fund was established by the 1996 North Carolina General Assembly. The fund monies can be used to \"acquire land or easements for riparian buffers to restore wetlands, repair failing wastewater treatment systems, and improve stormwater controls.\" Powell discusses how funds were used in the Dupont State Forest, Mitchell River, and the Edenton Bay Watershed Restoration Plan.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 66 Issue 3, Mar 2002,
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5475
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North Carolina State Senator Marc Basnight talks about his brainchild, the Clean Water Management Trust Fund, and its impact on the state's environment in this WILDLIFE IN NORTH CAROLINA interview.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 66 Issue 3, Mar 2002,
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5723
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The wild turkey has made a remarkable recovery in North Carolina. From a low of 2,000 in 1970, wild turkeys now number 130,000 and are found in all one hundred of the state's counties. To better manage restoration, the state dropped the fall hunting season in 1972, and instituted a spring one. Powell discusses the possible return of the fall season.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 67 Issue 1, Jan 2003,
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Purple martins begin arriving in North Carolina in March, and they are a welcome insect controller. Not everyone has success in attracting these birds to backyard houses, which can range from gourds to several-storied birdhouses. Powell discusses seven steps to avoid in order to become a welcome \"landlord.\"
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 67 Issue 3, Mar 2003,
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5899
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A powerful hurricane created Oregon Inlet in 1846. Throughout its existence the inlet has been known as the East Coast's most dangerous maritime passageway. Just keeping it open today for charter, commercial, and recreational boats is a challenge for local, state, and federal officials. Powell discusses what is being done to keep this doorway to the Atlantic open.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 67 Issue 7, July 2003,
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The Caswell Game Land is located near Yanceyville in Caswell County and covers 16,704 acres. The land was acquired by the federal government from farmers during the Great Depression and later sold to the North Carolina Wildlife Commission. Powell describes the land and the diversity of plant and animal life.
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Wildlife in North Carolina
(NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 67 Issue 8, Aug 2003,
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