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Why Wildlife in North Carolina magazine? Easy. Consider it your inspiration to go experience North Carolina’s great outdoors.

Wildlife in North Carolina offers the kind of hunting and fishing insight that you can use to have a better day in the field and on the water, written by the state’s leading wildlife and outdoor experts. We keep you up to date with conservation and the latest news from the field. We highlight public areas and natural wonders for you to explore. Open one of our issues and you’ll see hunting and fishing seasons at a glance, brilliant wildlife photography, fascinating stories, and recipes foodies will want to make!

We publish Wildlife in North Carolina six times a year. That’s an issue every two months packed with captivating articles that will motivate you to get outside!

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Latest Issue

May • June 2024 Contents

A Wild Week at Summer Camp (flipping book)

written by Mike Zlotnicki and Josh Leventhal / photographed by Jonathon Gruenke

For 40 years, the Fur, Fish & Game Rendezvous has provided campers with the ultimate outdoors experience.

Officers in the Making

written by Josh Leventhal / photographed by Jonathon Gruenke

If you have ever wondered what it takes to be a wildlife enforcement officer, here's your chance to find out.

The Delicate Art of Catching Tiny Fish

written by Todd Pusser and Luke Etchison / photographed by Todd Pusser

Two anglers, from different walks of life, discover the wonder and joy of microfishing.

Home on the Range

written by Mike Zlotnicki / photographed by Jonathon Gruenke

These nine shooting ranges operated by the Commission across the state offer residents a fun and safe opportunity to shoot their firearms.

Constant Conservation

written by Kabryn Mattison / photographed by Melissa McGaw

From tracking turtles to searching for snakes, a day in the life of a wildlife diversity technician is never dull—or the same.

Bass Fishing with the Commission's 'Two Bald Biologists'

written by Ben Ricks and Corey Oakley / photographed by Jonathon Gruenke

The podcast hosts share their favorite tips, tricks and spots to catch North Carolina's most popular sport fish.

In the July • August 2024 Issue

Our Best Shots

Always a reader favorite, this year's Wildlife in North Carolina Photo Competition features a talented group of photographers and includes an amazing Grand Prize winner on the cover.

Black Snakes

The rat snake and racer are the most common black snakes in North Carolina, but they are not the only ones. Herpetologist Jeff Beane examines the many black snakes found in our state.