Fishing

Annual flounder removals have consistently exceeded state quotas. During the first two flounder seasons, recreational anglers removed more than double the quota; in 2021, removals were four times the quota.

North Carolina bans recreational flounder fishing for the 2024 season

For the first time, there will be no recreational fishing season in North Carolina for the southern flounder this year. Conservationists warn that this could be the new normal if tighter commercial restrictions aren鈥檛 implemented to protect habitat and reduce incidental juvenile fish mortality.

A barge carries 100 reef cubes that will be deployed in the Pamlico River on May 26, 2022. The cubes are made from 3-D printing, the first of its kind in North Carolina. The purpose of the artificial reef is to provide habitat for fish and increase fish population.

Environment

New 3D printed artificial reef offers flexible design, more benefits for fish

Celeste Gracia

A new artificial reef made from 3D printing is the first of its kind in North Carolina. Using this technology allows state officials to tailor the reef specific to the habitat, creating more benefits for fish.

Army veteran Luke Cureton catches a fish as Jacquie Nelson, a guide with Warriors and Quiet Waters, looks on. Warriors and Quiet Waters brings post 9/11 combat veterans to Montana for a therapeutic fly-fishing experience.

Military

Fly-fishing programs catch on as therapy for troops and veterans recovering from trauma

Andrew Schwartz

Around the country, groups are teaching wounded troops and veterans to fly fish. While there's not much research on the therapeutic benefits, some say the experience helps them heal.

Race, Class & Communities

Capturing The Oral Histories Of NC鈥檚 Black Farmers And Fishermen

Frank Stasio

The number of black farmers in the United States has dropped exponentially since the beginning of the 20th century. 2017 data from the Department of鈥�

Race, Class & Communities

Capturing The Oral Histories Of NC鈥檚 Black Farmers And Fishermen

Frank Stasio

The number of black farmers in the United States has dropped exponentially since the beginning of the 20th century. 2017 data from the Department of鈥�

Race, Class & Communities

'The Last Whalers' Documents A Disappearing Way Of Life

Laura Pellicer

On a remote, volcanic island in Indonesia, the Lamalaran Tribe is fighting to preserve its ancient language and traditions. The community is thought to be鈥�

Race, Class & Communities

'The Last Whalers' Documents A Disappearing Way Of Life

Laura Pellicer

On a remote, volcanic island in Indonesia, the Lamalaran Tribe is fighting to preserve its ancient language and traditions. The community is thought to be鈥�

Environment

Climate Change Creates Underwater Drama Off NC Coast

Laura Pellicer

Intertwining ocean currents off the coast of North Carolina form a unique environment for marine species. Both tropically-inclined and colder water鈥�

Environment

Climate Change Creates Underwater Drama Off NC Coast

Laura Pellicer

Intertwining ocean currents off the coast of North Carolina form a unique environment for marine species. Both tropically-inclined and colder water鈥�

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Legislators Call For Constitutional Amendment To Protect Hunting And Fishing Rights

Will Michaels

Three Republicans in the state Senate have filed a bill that calls for a constitutional amendment to protect hunting and fishing rights. The amendment鈥�