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4463
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In 2000, the North Carolina Wildlife Federation is fifty-five years old. Nickens discusses the growth of the organization, which was originally founded to lobby for a separate state wildlife agency, to a 22,500-member federation that has interest in and support of numerous environmental concerns. Twice the organization has been named National Wildlife Federation \"Affiliate of the Year.\"
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4680
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Among the winners of the North Carolina Wildlife Federation's Governor's Conservation Achievement Awards for 1999 are the Wildlife Conservationist of the Year, Mark Johns (Cary); Environmental Educator of the Year, Anne Rogerson Weaver (Kenly); Land Conservationist of the Year, John and Georgia Theys (Raleigh); and Conservationist of the Year, Bill Holman (Raleigh).
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4720
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Demand for raw materials for global wood and paper markets, urban sprawl, and need for recreational outlets are changing North Carolina's forests and affecting wildlife populations. Manuel lists three trends in modern forestry and discusses their effect on wildlife: modular chip mills; replacing natural forests with pine plantations; and logging in publicly owned national forests.
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26373
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North Carolina has ten national wildlife refuges that offer a haven for wildlife such as red wolves, migratory birds and waterfowl. The refuges were established primarily for wildlife protection and conservation, but they also provide opportunities for low-impact recreation and nature observation.
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26374
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The North Carolina oyster industry began its ascent in the 1880s, bringing together local laborers and Chesapeake oystermen to develop a thriving economy. With this prosperity, however, came controversy and overharvesting. Now oysters have practically vanished from North Carolina.
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William Bartram, son of the famous royal botanist, John Bartram, left Philadelphia in 1773, on a four-year botanizing expedition across the Southeast. When he returned in 1777, he had categorized over 100 plants and 215 birds and had written an incomparable travel epic. The University of Georgia Press has recently reissued the narrative.
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4141
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One hundred years before Audubon began painting birds, Mark Catesby was painting birds in colonial America. Called the \"Colonial Audubon,\" Catesby published NATURAL HISTORY OF CAROLINA, FLORIDA, and BAHAMAS in England between the years 1731 and 1743. The book contains 109 bird illustrations, 20 color plates, and text. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Press has recently reissued the book in paperback.
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4142
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By making some changes in the backyard, homeowners can create wildlife habitats. Adding water will attract many creatures. A birdbath is the simplest way. Reduce lawn size and add more trees, flowers, and shrubs. Put out bird feeders and boxes. Stack logs and rocks to provide nesting places. Control the cat, so that attracted wildlife will not feed the family pet.
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4143
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The Wildlife and Industry Together (W.A.I.T.) program, run by the N.C. Wildlife Federation Endowment and Education Fund, brings together state and local conservation groups and industry to accomplish two goals: creating wildlife habitats on commercial and industrial lands and educating people about wildlife occupying these habitats. The state's first W.A.I.T. program was started by the Kemet Electronics plant in Shelby in 1997.
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4152
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Among the winners of the N.C. Wildlife Federation's Governor's Conservation Achievement Award for 1998 are the N.C. Conservationist of the Year, Dohn Broadwell (Fayetteville); Environmental Educator of the Year, Celeste Wescott Maus (Raleigh); and Hall of Fame, John Lentz (Ellerbe).
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4239
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Knowing where to go and look gives nature lovers the opportunity to view endangered species in the wild. Weymouth Woods in the Sandhills is a good place to see red-cockaded woodpeckers. Viewing eagles in the Piedmont is best in the upper reaches of Jordan Lake in Chatham County. Red wolves and loggerhead sea turtles are more elusive, but the Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge is best for wolves, while Hammock's Beach State Park is good for loggerheads.
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26375
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Fisheries management in North Carolina passed new regulations for saltwater fishing, and will consider fishery reserves. While the regulations may help stabilize fish populations, there is considerable debate over proposed fishing license and gear requirements. Saltwater fishermen and charter boat operators are concerned how their businesses will be affected.
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26376
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The Carolina northern flying squirrel is a relict animal of the last ice age now living in the Southern Appalachians. Because of its rarity and association with declining high-elevation coniferous trees, this animal is now an endangered species and recovery efforts are being explored.
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3601
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Modular chip mills that can be located anywhere have increased wood chip production. On average, the state's 17 mills clear-cut 127,000 acres yearly. There are questions as to how this will affect soil and water quality and wildlife.
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3776
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The Jocassee Gorges along the North and South Carolina border is a great wilderness area. Duke Energy plans to sell 50,000 acres there and has offered the state first opportunity to purchase, provided a 1999 deadline can be met.
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