The first swordfish caught off the coast if North Carolina was taken in 1959. Since then, a swordfishing boom has taken place in many coastal towns, helping to boost the local economies.
Fishing for bass is a way of life for some North Carolinians. A favorite of both the expert and the novice, bass are plentiful and found in all 100 counties of North Carolina. Bass fisherman Wayne Harrell shares his expertise on favorite lines and fishing spots.
David Nash recounts the history of the town Gull Rock. Everything from the first settlers to World War II is covered and even pone bread gets a mention.
Several topics will be discussed at the Marine Fisheries Commission hearings. Topics will include trawling in inshore waters, larger mesh size in tailbags on crab trawls and area closure to water trawling.
The Red Drum is a saltwater fish found in various places of the Atlantic, but North Carolina boasts the biggest ones. There are several ways to prepare for a fishing trip aimed at catching them so fishermen throughout the state should be ready should they feel the urge to catch them.
Flounder are prized as both a food and as a catch for fishermen. Flounder can be very tricky to catch as they are typically very cautious and timid when it comes to taking bait.
Finger mullet refers to young mullets of any species that are around or under 6 inches. These mullet make excellent cut bait for catching speckled trout, red drum, and southern flounder.
Peter Boettger presents the first installment of the tale of a father and son fishing trip. Father and son wake early in the morning to travel to Nag’s Head to fish for trout.
The second installment of Peter Boettger’s tale of a father and son fishing trip to Nag’s Head. They select a fishing spot, and catch several trout while wading into the water.
The White Perch is a fish that is not hard to catch and will take a variety of baits. It is found in estuaries, rivers, creeks, or marshes and does not require expensive equipment to catch.
The Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge will again open to sport fishing in March 1976. The refuge has been closed to activity since November 1975 to minimize waterfowl disturbance but will now open to sport and bow fishing during daylight only and within only certain areas.