Record #:

6273

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

The Howell Woods Environmental Learning Center covers 2,800 acres of Neuse River bottomland in Johnston County. The property is managed by the Johnston County Community College with \"the goal of maintaining it in a natural state while providing educational and recreational opportunities.\" Howell Woods has several different types of habitats, including freshwater wetlands and hardwood forests.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 68 Issue 1, Jan 2004, p18-21, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Howell Woods Environmental Learning Center (Four Oaks); Environmental education--Johnston County

Record #:

10059

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

One of the most-highly prized fishes in the state's coastal waters that attracts a devoted following is the grouper species, including the gag, misty, red, scamp, and snowy groupers. Marsh discusses fishing for grouper and some of the difficulties involved.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 72 Issue 5, May 2008, p26-31, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fishing; Grouper fisheries

Record #:

9698

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

With the assistance of experienced bowyer, Basil Watts, Marsh describes how to make a wooden longbow.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 72 Issue 2, Feb 2008, p8-13, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Bow and arrow making

Record #:

12966

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

Marsh recounts the history of the Mill Pond which is located in Columbus County. Over the years, many festive gatherings took place there; it was home to the Brunswick Walking and Drinking Club; and one of the oldest quail hunting clubs in the South organized there.

Source:

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

Subject(s):

Mill Pond--Columbus County--History

Record #:

22614

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

Brant geese, the most elusive of all of North Carolina's waterfowl species, also provides one of the most unique hunts in the state. As the geese winter in North Carolina, the sport hunting season will be 50 days as the Brant population exceeded 130,000 in the previous season, per the Brant Management Plan Hunting season guidelines.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 79 Issue 1, January/February 2015, p28-33, por, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hunting; Geese

Record #:

6842

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

Before pollution and overharvesting all but wiped out the state's oysters, commercial oyster harvesters brought in almost one million bushels a year. Now the harvest is less than 50,000 bushels. Loss of oysters is not only a problem for seafood lovers. It also means a loss of cleaner waters, for oysters filter water for their food. New legislation passed in 2004 now allows dock owners to cultivate their own oysters for consumption. The Under the Dock Oyster Bill states that \"shellfish cultivation provides increased ecological benefits to the estuarine environment by promoting natural water filtration and increased fishery habitats.\"

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 68 Issue 9, Sept 2004, p10-13, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Oyster fisheries; Oyster culture

Record #:

13859

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

At one time thirty-six fishing piers jutted out from the state's coastline into the Atlantic Ocean. Now only eighteen remain. Natural disasters claimed some. Others have fallen victim to accelerated development and soaring land costs which have enticed owners to sell their piers for a substantial profit. Fishing piers and the culture they engendered seem to be disappearing forever. Oak Island seeks to keep this tradition alive and provide public access to saltwater fishing through the purchase of the former Yaupon Pier.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 75 Issue 3, Mar 2011, p20-25, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Saltwater fishing; Piers--Oak Island

Record #:

36165

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

The recovery of the wild turkey’s population helped to assure the ongoing need for turkey calls, an important tool in a hunter’s kit. Included was directions for making a scratch box turkey call and images of turkey calls that prove them decorative and utilitarian.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 83 Issue 2, March/April 2019, p32-37 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Turkey calls; Turkey hunting; Turkeys; Hunting

Record #:

27667

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

Ladyfish can be elusive on the coast one day and easy to reel in the next. Fisherman, Mike Marsh, discusses the ladyfish species and how to catch one.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 80 Issue 4, July-August 2016, p32-35, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina, Coastal; Fishing

Record #:

10305

Author(s):

Marsh, Mike

Abstract:

Marsh observes and describes an intriguing inhabitant in his back yard--a golden orb spider.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 72 Issue 9, Sept 2008, p26-31, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Spiders; Nephila maculate