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26816
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Hunters in North Carolina and across the nation are facing criticism from the public. To counter anti-hunting attitudes, hunters need to be trained and well-versed in game management concepts and needs, and reflect a positive image to the non-hunting public.
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26817
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The U.S. Forest Service will be developing management plans for each National Forest in the next few years. These plans will address issues such as stream protection, clearcutting, soil erosion, and wildlife management. Public comment is welcome and the National Wildlife Federation has published a free guidebook to obtaining, reading and critiquing the plans.
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26818
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Construction of artificial fish shelters for installation in the Falls of Neuse reservoir is moving ahead. The North Carolina B.A.S.S. Federation and the Wake County Wildlife Club are assisting the Corps of Engineers in constructing habitats from old tires.
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26819
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The odds of catching a limit of trout have improved because of a new fisheries program conducted by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. Selected waters throughout the mountains are now being super-stocked with trout this year.
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26820
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Four conservation summits will be held by the National Wildlife Federation this summer, each featuring a week of outdoor adventure, environmental awareness activities, and a chance to learn new recreational skills. The summits will be held in parks in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Rockies, Adirondacks, and near Lake Michigan.
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26821
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Largemouth bass in Kerr Scott Reservoir in Wilkes County are frantically searching for a place to spawn. A joint project conducted by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will improve bass health and bass fishing by building artificial spawning sites for bass in several locations.
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26822
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Within the next decade, massive synthetic fuel plants will be constructed throughout the country. They will be designed to convert one type of fuel into another. The construction of these plants will present environmental problems, such as the release of toxic substances that can threaten human health.
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26823
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Many of man’s special mental and physical attributes were developed during those long eons when our predecessors hunted out of necessity. Since hunting was a way of life for so many centuries, it is no surprise that people still feel the urge to pursue game.
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26824
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Barrier islands, such as the Outer Banks of North Carolina, have aesthetic and recreational value, which also make them prime targets for development. A new bill would prohibit the federal government from providing financial assistance for commercial and residential development of barrier beaches.
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26825
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Fishermen have long argued over how much effect, if any, the position of the sun and moon have when fish feed. Based on the author Charles Dickey’s experience, fish and other animals feed on a natural time table that is not necessarily dictated by solar-lunar effects.
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26826
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There are alligators in North Carolina but we don’t yet know just how numerous they are. Biologists at North Carolina State University are conducting several studies to learn more about the alligator population and their feeding habits. Field studies will conclude with management recommendations.
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26827
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The nation’s drinking water supply is threatened by chemical contamination from industrial wastes that seep into the waterways. At certain concentrations, contaminants can cause nausea, dizziness, tremors, blindness, and potentially cancer. The Mississippi and Ohio Rivers are among the most polluted waterways.
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26828
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Channel catfish may live on the bottom, but they rank at the top when it comes to North Carolina dining. They have an unusual appearance and can be difficult for fishermen to unhook. The catch is worth it for the tender fish meat that can be cooked in a variety of recipes such as beer batter catfish, tater-fried fillets, and catfish au gratin.
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26829
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There are several reasons why hunters and fishermen need game lands licenses, whereas other recreationists do not. According to the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, funds collected from game lands licenses are used only for projects which primarily benefit sportsmen. Also, the Commission has no statutory authority to regulate outdoor sports not related to wildlife with the exception of boating.
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26830
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The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is trying to resolve problems of outdoor abuse. Problems with littering and conflicts with fishermen are examples of common issues faced on rivers. A strict code of ethics is needed to prevent these problems for all outdoor sports.
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