Record #:

6654

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

In the state's coastal waters, the red drum has been under a recovery plan conducted by the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries since 1997, when the stock was declared overfished. By 2003, the red drum stock was recovering. Information from anglers indicated more fish caught in the 32- to 40-inch range and record sizes in the state Salt Water Fishing Tournament for release of trophy-sized fish. The red drum is important in North Carolina tournament fishing. In 2003, the state held sixteen out of a possible twenty International Game Fish Association line-test marks.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 68 Issue 5, May 2004, p4-7, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Channel bass--Outer Banks; Channel bass fisheries--Outer Banks; Channel bass fishing--Outer Banks

Record #:

427

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

Arrington provides helpful hints on bass fishing.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 56 Issue 6, June 1992, p20-23, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Bass fishing

Record #:

5900

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

Artificial reefs are used to increase fish habitats and areas for sports fishing. Arrington discusses how the reefs are built and how they work.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 67 Issue 7, July 2003, p24-27, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Artificial reefs

Record #:

9843

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

Many people associate rabbit hunting with fields and forests, but the unsettled portions of the state's coastal islands are prime hunting spots for marsh rabbits.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 51 Issue 11, Nov 1987, p16-19, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Rabbit hunting--North Carolina, Coastal

Record #:

8103

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

Arrington discusses the history of falconry, one of the oldest sports which employs animals for sporting purposes. While falconry is still practiced in many places, its popularity has diminished. Few people have the time it takes to capture, tame, train, and hunt falcons. North Carolina games laws do not permit the taking of game birds or protected birds by means other than those listed in the hunting regulations. While falcons can be used within the state, they can be legally used only on unprotected species.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 30 Issue 7, July 1966, p4-6, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Falconry; Falconers

Record #:

9779

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

For the past thirty-five years, fishing records for saltwater and freshwater fish have been kept. Arrington provides information on the latest records and how to apply for a record. The species, weight, location of the catch, date of the catch, and the name of the angler are included in the records.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 49 Issue 3, Mar 1985, p8-10, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fishing--Records

Record #:

107

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

For every type of mountain lake fish there is a time of season best suited for the angler to make the catch.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 56 Issue 3, Mar 1992, p18-21, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fishing

Record #:

704

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

White marlin catches continue to decline, and the future of all billfishing is uncertain. Part of the problem is inadequate oceanic fishery management.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 51 Issue 7, July 1987, p4-7, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

White marlin; Billfish fishing

Record #:

9792

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

Arrington discusses finding and photographing frogs in a marsh at night and the type of photographic equipment to use.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 49 Issue 7, July 1985, p22-25, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Frogs

Record #:

6684

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

A recently completed boating survey shows that although the total number of boating accidents in the state was up slightly in 1961, the number of accidents occurring while the operators were fishing was reduced from 21 percent to 2 percent. This marked reduction may reflect a growing awareness that as the waterways become more crowded, more attention must be given to water safety. Arrington discusses when and where boating accidents happened in 1961; what the boat operators were doing and their age and experience; causes of the accidents; and what can be done to improve safety.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 26 Issue 8, Aug 1962, p4-5, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Boating accidents

Record #:

9681

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

Arrington discusses natural threats to two of the state's lighthouses--Hatteras and Cape Lookout--and what can be done to save them.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 45 Issue 7, July 1981, p10-13, il, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lighthouses

Record #:

25965

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

Studies are showing that there is massive increase in outdoor recreation throughout the United States, which benefits areas economically. This trend is also occurring in North Carolina, where recreational activities like fishing bring is over $36 million to the state’s economy.

Source:

Friend O’ Wildlife (NoCar Oversize SK 431 F74x), Vol. 18 Issue 5, Nov-Dec 1974, p10

Subject(s):

North Carolina--Recreational activities

Record #:

9751

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

The village of Portsmouth, located on North Core Banks, was founded in 1753 and was once a bustling fishing village. Today it is empty - a village of deserted buildings and no residents, except for a few visiting fishermen and beachcombers.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 48 Issue 3, Mar 1984, p7-13, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Portsmouth Island--History; Portsmouth Island--Description and travel

Record #:

4626

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

The red drum is North Carolina's state fish. Once a highly prized game fish, overfishing and pollution have reduced its numbers. To restore them, the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries set strict new regulations, including reducing the daily catch from five to one. Arrington compares the red drum's situation now to the way it used to be earlier in the 20th-century.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 63 Issue 8, Aug 1999, p8-11, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Channel bass--Outer Banks; Channel bass fisheries--Outer Banks; Channel bass fishing--Outer Banks

Record #:

9703

Author(s):

Arrington, Joel

Abstract:

The red drum, or channel bass, is North Carolina's state fish and can be caught in surf or sound waters. In 1981, two world record channel bass were caught in one day in the state's waters. Arrington discusses channel bass fishing and tackle to use.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 46 Issue 5, May 1982, p8-14, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Channel bass fishing