Record #:

12098

Author(s):

Wilson, Jim

Abstract:

The rivers and streams in the mountains of North Carolina are well-stocked with trout and attract fishermen from all parts of the state and country. A recent study conducted in 2008 by Responsive Management and Southwick Associates indicates the state derives a significant economic benefit from these angling activities.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 74 Issue 4, Apr 2010, p4-9, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Trout fishing--North Carolina

Record #:

12099

Author(s):

Bolen, Eric G.

Abstract:

In the 19th-century birds colliding with lighthouses died in significant numbers, sometimes as high as three hundred in a single night. Bolen discusses how C.H. Merriam's work on this problem eventually led to the formation of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 74 Issue 4, Apr 2010, p10-15, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Birds, Protection of; Lighthouses; Merriam, Clinton Hart, 1855-1942

Record #:

12100

Author(s):

Ingram, Bruce

Abstract:

Casting for Recovery (CFR) is a program that uses fly-fishing as a tool to help women who have or have had breast cancer to get better physically and mentally. The program began in 1996 and offers forty-four retreats in thirty states.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 74 Issue 4, Apr 2010, p26-31, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fly-fishing; Breast--Cancer

Record #:

12237

Author(s):

Dean, Jim

Abstract:

Dean discusses things to consider when planning to build a new fishing pond or when seeking to improve the fishing in an older one.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 74 Issue 4, Apr 2010, p16-19, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fishing; Pond aquaculture