Record #:

13796

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

In Mount Airy, they discovered that fishing is a way to rehabilitate juvenile delinquents.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 19 Issue 49, May 1952, p3-4, f

Subject(s):

Juvenile delinquents--Rehabilitation--Mount Airy

Record #:

13831

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

A new fence has been built to keep saltwater out of the Currituck Sound. The saltwater has been negatively affecting bass.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 20 Issue 32, Jan 1953, p5-6, il

Subject(s):

Saltwater encroachment--Currituck Sound

Record #:

37794

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

Although the crow is one of the smartest birds in the world, the crow is often the source of much hatred and is persecuted. The crows’ characteristics, habits, feeding, migration, control, and more are discussed.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 14 Issue 7, July 1950, p4-7, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Crows; Wildlife

Record #:

37818

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

The Carolina otter is described including its history, characteristics, breeding and eating habits, behavior, and more.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 14 Issue 8, Aug 1950, p4-7, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Otters; Wildlife; Animals

Record #:

37831

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

Although scarce in number, weasels are widely known, once for their fur, and then for their oftentimes vicious natures. This article outlines their common characteristics, feeding and breeding habits, enemies, and economic value.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 14 Issue 9, Sept 1950, p4-6 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Weasels; Wildlife

Record #:

37880

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

When hunting on private property, permission from the land owner is extremely important.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 14 Issue 10, Oct 1950, p20-21, 23 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hunting

Record #:

37882

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

Trout fishing in North Carolina has always been popular, and demand has only increased. The description, food habits, management, reproduction, and distribution are described for each type of trout found in North Carolina waters.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 14 Issue 11, Nov 1950, p4-7, 23 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Trout; Trout fishing

Record #:

37890

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

Although many animals are endangered or have gone extinct, there are other animals, such as quail and deer that are more plentiful than ever before.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 14 Issue 11, Nov 1950, p14-15, 20 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife; Population growth; Deer populations; Quail

Record #:

37895

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

According to the author, coon hunting is a combination of an endurance test, a marathon, a wrestling match, and self-inflicted mayhem. It would not be possible without the use of hunting dogs, of which there are several pictures that feature them working.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 15 Issue 1, Jan 1951, p10-13, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Raccoon hunting

Record #:

38225

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

Missing all but the first page, this article describes Lake Chatuge, which crosses the North Carolina and Georgia border.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 16 Issue 1, January 1952, p8 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lake Chatuge; Lakes--Clay County; Clay County--Description and travel

Record #:

38530

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

New technologies have aided trout hatcheries by enabling long distance travel and reducing infections in the hatcheries.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 16 Issue 5, May 1952, p11-15 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Photojournalism; Trout; Fish hatcheries; Fish stocking

Record #:

38703

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

With ever changing sands and various storms, the geography of the Outer Banks is always in a state of flux. In an attempt to stave off the change from land to sea, a wooden fence was erected along the Currituck Sound to help build up sand dunes and keep back the sea.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 16 Issue 8, August 1952, p4-6 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Currituck County--Coastal Management; Currituck Sound; Fishing; Beaches; Sand dune conservation--Outer Banks

Record #:

38752

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

The future of hunting and fishing lies with young people, so it is important to properly stress wildlife and conservation education in the classroom and extracurricular activities.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 16 Issue 9, September 1952, p4-7 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife; Conservation education

Record #:

24714

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod; Dermid, Jack

Abstract:

In Mount Airy, juvenile delinquency was a budding problem. A group of law enforcement officers took it upon themselves to round up juveniles who had been in trouble and take them fishing. The rate of juvenile delinquency has decreased as a result.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 19 Issue 50, May 1952, p3-4, il

Subject(s):

Mount Airy--Civic improvement; Mount Airy--Economic conditions; Juvenile delinquency; Juvenile delinquency--Prevention; Juvenile delinquents--Rehabilitation--Mount Airy

Record #:

38671

Author(s):

Hines, Martin P.; Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

Rabies can wreak havoc on animals and humans alike; this article explains the causes, effects, and preventative measures that can be associated with the rabies virus.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 16 Issue 7, July 1952, p4-7, 18 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Rabies; Rabies in animals; Pets