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April 24, 2006	Wild Turkey and Mister Stanman Top Delayed 2005 SKA National Championships From News Reports Fort Pierce, Florida--On April 22, the Wild Turkey and Mister Stanman fishing teams claimed the titles of SKA National Champions at the 2005 Southern Kingfish Association (SKA) Championship Tournament, which was delayed from November 2005 due to a double dose of hurricanes and adverse sea conditions.
April 19, 2006	My Three Sons wins Sarasota Wal-Mart FLW Kingfish Tour Event From News Reports SARASOTA, Fla. – Team My Three Sons captained by Terry Grantham of Florence, S.C., caught a 2-kingfish total weighing 63 pounds, 10 ounces to win the $330,000 Wal-Mart FLW Kingfish Tour event presented by Castrol in Sarasota.
April 17, 2006	Early turkey-season proposal rejected By CRAIG HOLT North Carolina Sportsman Magazine has learned a proposal by a Wildlife Resources commissioner to have a special split-season, early-opening date for 2007 spring wild turkey hunting at six counties in his southeastern district has been rejected by the N.C. Legislative Rules Review Committee -- before it met.
April 9, 2006	N.C. high-power rifle clinics at Butner By DICK JONES The North Carolina Rifle and Pistol Association High-Power Rifle Team will host April 29 rifle clinics sponsored by the Civilian Marksmanship Program at Camp Butner.
April 4, 2006	Clark clobbers Rojas record; wins Santee Cooper Showdown From News Reports MANNING, S.C. — When Preston Clark launched Sunday morning to begin the final day of the Santee Cooper Showdown presented by MotorGuide, his primary goal was to win the tournament.
April 2, 2006	Sportsmen can send split-season turkey proposal to Assembly By CRAIG HOLT The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission approved 54 changes to state hunting, fishing and trapping regulations at its March 1 meeting.
March 30, 2005	Lominac Named Wildlife Enforcement Officer of the Year From News Reports RALEIGH, N.C. - Master Officer Timothy Lominac of Murphy has been named North Carolina's Wildlife Enforcement Officer of the Year.
March 26, 2005	Sportsmen can offer views to FWS about migatory bird hunting News, Staff Reports Do you want to have input regarding U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service management policies as they deal with hunting of migratory birds?
March 22, 2006	Jackson County Stream Produces Record-Breaking Rainbow Trout From News Reports The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has announced that Leah Johnson's 20-pound and 3-ounce rainbow trout has been certified as the new North Carolina State Freshwater Fishing Record.
March 20, 2006	NCS/SCS fishing schools a hit again By CRAIG HOLT North Carolina and South Carolina Sportsman Magazines ended a successful series of fishing schools at Greenville, N.C., March 18, with the final 2006 seminars for Carolinas anglers.
March 15, 2006	More big bucks revealed at Dixie Deer Classic By CRAIG HOLT The 26th Dixie Deer Classic was marked by so many worthy entries in the N.C. Big Buck Contest that officials of the Wake County Wildlife Club added extra awards to honor a pair of tremendous deer.
March 14, 2006	Future Fisherman Foundation Offers Grant Funding for Phys-Ed Fishing Programs From News Reports Alexandria, VA - The Future Fisherman Foundation (FFF) has $200,000 available in grant funding for physical education teachers who incorporate fishing and boating education into their curricula.
March 9, 2006	District Youth Hunter Safety Tournaments Begin From News Reports RALEIGH, N.C. - It's more than hitting a bull's eye. For students participating in the annual Youth Hunter Safety Tournaments, sponsored by the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, competition goes beyond achievements on the firing range.
March 7, 2006	Fisheries Forum Scheduled for March 14 From News Reports MOREHEAD CITY -- Want to learn more about cutting-edge fisheries research or share ideas for improving fisheries management in North Carolina? Well here is your chance.
March 1, 2006	Inaugural NCS/SCS North Myrtle Beach Fishing School is Big Success B y Capt. Jerry Dilsaver The hundred or so fishermen, who spent February 25 at the First Annual N. Myrtle Beach Fishing School hosted by North Carolina and South Carolina Sportsman Magazines, got all they bargained for and more during the busy day.
Feb. 26, 2006	Clausen Leads Start to Finish: Claims 2006 Classic Crown From News Reports KISSIMMEE, Fla. — In its first 35 years, the CITGO Bassmaster Classic had six champions who led from start to finish. Luke Clausen is lucky number seven.
Feb. 22, 2006	FLW Outdoors to launch striped bass tournament trail From News Reports BENTON, Ky. – In response to what they termed as overwhelming demand, FLW Outdoors has announced it will launch the largest, most prestigious and highest-paying striped bass tournaments in history beginning this summer.
Feb. 13, 2006	Gagliardi Pockets $200,000 in Chevy Open at Lake Murray From News Reports Columbia, S.C. - Emerging from the Lake Murray parade of bass after bass weighing 7 and 8 pounds was South Carolina’s own Anthony Gagliardi, who tallied a final-round record weight of 47 pounds, 4 ounces to win $200,000 at the 2006 Chevy Open.
Feb. 9, 2006	Elk Importation Under Review From News Reports RALEIGH, N.C. — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is reviewing a request to import more elk into the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Feb. 6, 2006	Sutton Lake Flounder Snared by NCSU Student Fisherman By Capt. Jerry Dilsaver On January 28, Jarrett Thorne, a student at NC State University, was shocked when he pulled a large flounder from the fresh waters of Sutton Lake, near Wilmington.
Feb. 1, 2006	Future Fisherman Foundation Board Appoints New Executive Director From News Reports ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Future Fisherman Foundation, the angler education and recruitment arm of the American Sportfishing Association (ASA), is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Bolinder, Arlington, Va., as the foundation’s new Executive Director.
Jan. 30, 2006	IGFA Restores 50 year-old Smallmouth Bass Record From News Reports DANIA BEACH, Fla., – After an intense investigation of documents, many from 50 years ago, the International Game Fish Association, the organization which among its duties maintains world records for both freshwater and saltwater game fishes, has reinstated a record for the biggest smallmouth bass ever caught.
Jan. 23, 2006	Teamwork Pays Off for Coble; Wins Bassmaster Series Championship and Final Classic Berth From News Reports KISSIMMEE, Fla.— Though Jeff Coble of Manson, N.C. was the clear-cut winner of the inaugural ESPN Outdoors Bassmaster Series Championship on Saturday, he's thanking another competitor for helping him clinch the win.
Jan. 20, 2006	Bluefin Tunas Move South; Strong Showing at Frying Pan Shoals By Capt. Jerry Dilsaver There had been talk, rumors and rumblings of bluefin tuna around Frying Pan Shoals and Cape Fear for a while, but when Capt. John "QB" Quattlebaum and his crew on QB's Sea Witch brought an 84-inch, 308 pounder to the dock on January 16, all the speculation quickly turned to fact.
Jan. 17, 2006	Luxury Cruise, Chevy Avalanche Top Unique Items for IGFA’s 22nd International Auction and Banquet IGFA Press Release A luxurious one week trip for 12 on a private yacht, a Chevrolet Avalanche and a 19.75 kt., diamond necklace are just three of the 250 plus featured items up for bid in the International Game Fish Association’s 22nd Annual International Auction and Banquet.
Jan. 11, 2006	Court Decision Prevents Forest Service from Starting Projects From News Reports Since September, USDA Forest Service employees have been bound by a ruling in Earth Island Institute vs. Ruthenbeck that is delaying 800 projects beneficial to wildlife and people such as prescribed burns, tree thinning and work on wildlife openings.
Jan. 9, 2006	STEP OUTSIDE for Health at America's Hunting Preserves From News Reports If your New Year's resolutions include enjoying a healthier lifestyle, call a friend and STEP OUTSIDE® for an introduction to hunting.
Jan. 5, 2006	New N.C. Record Striper Landed on December 30 By Capt. Jerry Dilsaver When he turned south after passing through Oregon Inlet on December 30, 2005, Capt. David Bronson made a fateful decision he and longtime friend David Hiebert, plus many members of their families, will remember for a long time.
Jan. 3, 2006	Classic Angler Charity Auction Supports FishAmerica Gulf Fund From News Reports Octagon, eBay and four pro anglers have teamed up to raise money for the FishAmerica Foundation’s Gulf Coast restoration efforts.
Dec. 29, 2005	Navy forced to extend comment period for offshore sonar plan From News Reports The Navy was forced to extend its public comment period to Jan. 30 for a proposed $100 million sonar range off Onslow Beach.
Dec. 27, 2005	U.S. FWS Seeks States Proposals for 2006 Endangered Species Grants From News Reports The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is now seeking proposals from states and U.S. territories interested in acquiring land or planning for endangered species conservation.
Dec. 20, 2005	Dead Pogies Cover Wrightsville Beach From News Reports Surfers and surf fishermen were the first to receive an unwanted and unpleasant surprise on December 18, when hundreds of thousands, maybe even millions, of dead pogies (menhaden) washed up on the shore at Wrightsville Beach.
Dec. 16, 2005	Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from NCS North Carolina Sportsman The staff and families of North Carolina Sportsman Magazine would like to wish a Merry Christmas to all our readers, advertisers, freelance writers, and the many friends we have made over the years.
Dec. 14, 2005	Hunting, Fishing, Trapping Proposals to Get Public Review From News Reports A prohibition on river herring and restrictions on importing parts of deer and related animals are among several proposed changes to the state's fishing and hunting rules.
Dec. 12, 2005	Bird scare disrupts NAVY OLF test flights By CRAIG HOLT The U.S. Navy picked Dec. 7, 1941, the “Day of Infamy,” to make its first demonstration flight of how safely its jets could fly near a federal wildlife refuge in Washington county.
Dec. 7, 2005	Scientists Cite Seafood Consumption as Major Health Benefit From News Reports Citing a growing body of research on the relationship between seafood consumption and human health, scientists and healthcare professionals on Monday said that eating seafood reduces risk for sudden death due to heart disease – the primary killer of Americans – by up to 90 percent.
Dec. 5, 2005	Sen. Dole out of touch with N.C. dog owners? By CRAIG HOLT Members of N.C. pet owners and hunting-dog groups are upset at Sen. Elizabeth Dole (R-N.C) because she is listed as a co-sponsor of Senate Bill 1139 (“Pet Animal Welfare Act of 2005”).
Dec. 4, 2005	Public can speak at SAFMC meetings at Carolina Beach From News Reports This week the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council holds its quarterly meeting Dec. 5-9 at Carolina Beach (the Courtyard Marriott, 100 Charlotte Ave.), and the public will have two chances to comment on plans to set rules for management of overfished reef-fish species.
Dec. 1, 2005	Federal Bill Threatens Sportsmen's Tax Breaks U.S. Sportsmen's Alliance An extensive federal tax reform bill would diminish tax benefits for sportsmen who contribute game mounts to wildlife museums and natural history displays.
Nov. 28, 2005	Five to be Inducted into IGFA Hall of Fame During Rescheduled Ceremony From News Reports The International Game Fish Association (IGFA) will hold their seventh annual IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame induction ceremonies, at the IGFA headquarters in Dania Beach, Fla., on December 11.
Nov. 23, 2005	IGFA to Hold Last Certified Observer Class of 2005 at Dania Beach Headquarters From News Reports The International Game Fish Association (IGFA) will hold their final Certified Observer Program (COP) training class at the IGFA headquarters in Dania Beach, Fla., on December 9, beginning at 9 a.m.
Nov. 21, 2005	SKA National Championship Tournament Postponed: Rescheduled for April 2006 From News Reports The Southern Kingfish Association 2005 National Championship, originally scheduled for Biloxi, Mississippi on November 17 to 19, then relocated to Ft. Pierce, Florida on the same dates, has been postponed and rescheduled for April, 2006, but remains in Ft. Pierce.
Nov. 14, 2005	Photo and Story Contest Solicits Entries Featuring Introductions to Outdoor Sports From News Reports Do you aspire to be an outdoor writer or photographer? The National Shooting Sports Foundation’s STEP OUTSIDE® program is holding a photo and story contest to acknowledge the thrill of introducing someone, or being introduced yourself, to shooting, hunting, fishing or archery.
Nov. 10, 2005	DMF Urges North Carolinians to Recycle Oyster Shells From News Reports MOREHEAD CITY - You’ve just had your entire family over for an oyster roast and now you need to get rid of the shells. Instead of using them to fill in that hole in your driveway, consider recycling.
Nov. 7, 2005	Wildlife Enforcement Pilot Hailed as Hero From News Reports During October of 2004, Bruce Roberts, an enforcement pilot with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, spotted a dim light and led searchers to a lost hunter in the N.C. mountains.
Nov. 2, 2005	Landmark Decision Reached; No to White Marlin ESA From News Reports An agreement has been reached between the organizations who sued the US Government to list the White Marlin as an Endangered Species and those who sought to protect the rights of fishermen to catch the trophy fish.
Oct. 31, 2005	Angler’s second drum wins Frank&Fran’s tourney By CRAIG HOLT AVON — Barry Robbins of Millsboro, Del., caught the first red drum of his fishing career the day before the start of Frank&Fran’s Red Drum Tournament at Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
Oct. 26, 2005	Wildlife Commission Joins Forces With Hunters for the Hungry From News Reports The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is helping hunters to put food on tables other than their own.
Oct. 24, 2005	Wildlife Commission Plans Hunts For Disabled Sportsmen From News Reports The N.C. Wildlife Commission has scheduled a series of hunting opportunities for disabled sportsmen this fall.
Oct. 20, 2005	‘Flat-bottom Girls’ tourney to aid flounder hatchery By CRAIG HOLT WILMINGTON — Flounder anglers will get a chance to contribute to a hatchery’s efforts by fishing in the Nov. 12 “Flatbottom Girls” Tournament at Wrightsville Beach.
Oct. 17, 2005	Tar Heel Anglers Dominate FLW Kingfish Championship By Capt. Jerry Dilsaver North Carolina Anglers can be proud of their showing in this inaugural year for the Wal-Mart FLW Kingfish Tour. Tar Heel anglers accounted for 23 of the 50 places allocated for the FLW Championship Tournament and then showed their mettle in the championship.
Oct. 9, 2005	N.C. farmers can help quail, themselves News Report North Carolina farmers still may sign up for a federal program that pays for bobwhite quail habitat at field borders.
Oct. 7, 2005	Gray trout creel may be cut to one fish Associated Press Saltwater anglers would be limited to one gray trout per day from N.C. waters under a proposal being considered by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission.
Oct. 5, 2005	Cape Fear QDMA aims to save hunting tradition By CRAIG HOLT RALEIGH — Eighty sportsmen, their wives and friends attended the Cape Fear Chapter of Quality Deer Management Association’s first fund-raiser banquet at the Radisson Hotel in the Research Triangle Park.
Oct. 2, 2005	Halifax bow hunter bags record deer By CRAIG HOLT North Carolina has a new non-typical state-record archery buck. Brent Mabrey of Roanoke Rapids, a former Halifax County deputy and currently a Tyco Plastics of Battleboro machine technician, shot the buck Sept. 27 at 6:45 a.m. in Halifax County.
Sept. 27, 2005	Potential World Record Sand Tile Fish Caught off Southport By Capt. Jerry Dilsaver While fishing out of Southport on September 24, Charlie Fields, of Middlesex, landed a potential new world record sand tile fish. Weighing in at 3.04 pounds, it eclipsed the existing record of 2.40 pounds by over a half pound.
Sept. 26, 2005	Hunters Helping Kids sets first auction banquet By CRAIG HOLT A newly-formed N.C. non-profit organization that promotes youth hunting, Hunters Helping Kids, will hold its first fund-raiser banquet Oct. 1 at Edenton.
Sept. 25, 2005	Wildlife Commission Opens Delayed-Harvest Waters on Oct. 1 From News Reports On Oct. 1, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will implement annual delayed-harvest regulations for 18 designated trout waters in 14 counties of western North Carolina.
Sept. 21, 2005	Ophelia's damage total continues to rise From News Reports While it may have only been a minor storm, many residents and businesses along the N.C. coast are reeling from the damage caused by Hurricane Ophelia last week.
Sept. 18, 2005	SKA Championship Relocated to Ft. Pierce, Fla. From News Reports The Southern Kingfish Association (SKA) announced they have relocated their 2005 National Championship Tournament to Ft. Pierce, Florida. The dates will remain the same.
Sept. 15, 2005	Cape Carteret teen lands record tarpon By Capt. Jerry Dilsaver When 16-year old Jesse Lockowitz of Cape Carteret headed to Bogue Inlet Pier after school Sept. 7, he was happy. The junior at Croatan High School spends a lot of time fishing from the pier but, since school began, his time had been reduced to weekends and a couple of afternoons each week.
Sept. 12, 2005	Cape Fear QDMA sets first banquet Staff Report The newly-formed Cape Fear River Branch of Quality Deer Management Association will hold its first fund-raising banquet Sept. 29 at 6 p.m. at the Radisson Hotel in the Research Triangle Park.
Sept. 7, 2005	NRA to Sponsor 18th Youth Wildlife Art Contest From News Reports The NRA is now accepting entries for its 2005 Youth Wildlife Art Contest. The contest, the 18th in the annual series, is open to students in grades 1 through 12 (including home-schooled children).
Sept. 6, 2005	N.C. Groups Respond to Katrina Disaster: Donations Solicited and Collected By Capt. Jerry Dilsaver The spirit and compassion of the American people is once again evident as volunteers respond to those needing assistance in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and those who can't respond dig deep for donations to help their countrymen get through the disaster.
Sept. 2, 2005	Kingfish Championships, Redfish Tournament Are Relocated By Capt. Jerry Dilsaver Among the many events that must be either cancelled or rescheduled due to the catastrophic impact and aftermath of Hurricane Katrina along the Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama coasts are the Wal-Mart FLW Kingfish Tour Championships, the SKA National Championship Tournament, a Wal-Mart FLW Redfish Series Western Division Qualifying Tournament and the Wal-Mart FLW Redfish Series Championship.
Aug. 29, 2005	Wildlife Commission Sets Waterfowl Seasons From News Reports The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has established season dates, bag limits and other waterfowl hunting regulations for 2005-2006.
Aug. 25, 2005	Rec striper anglers must report catches From News Reports Beginning Sept. 1, 2005, recreational anglers from Ocracoke Inlet north to the Virginia line must report catches of striped bass taken from the Atlantic Ocean.
Aug. 24, 2005	N.C. Legislature approves compromise on fishing license bill The Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. -- The General Assembly gave final approval Monday night to an overhaul of the coastal recreational fishing license law that was approved last year but had not taken effect.
Aug. 23, 2005	15 Year Old Girl Catches Potential Three World Record Wahoo From News Reports When 15-year old Sara Hayward of Nacodoches, Texas went fishing with her dad on July 29, she was looking forward to a fun day on the water, but probably not imaging landing the potential three world record 184 pound wahoo she brought in that day.
Aug. 18, 2005	Senate Finds Compromise on Saltwater Fishing License Legislation From News Reports A conference comittee has worked out a compromise on the recreational saltwater fishing license passed last year that has been passed by the Seanate 49-0.
Aug. 15, 2005	New Fishing Regulations Proposed for Atlantic Tunas, Sharks, Swordfish and Billfish From News Reports The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is proposing new fishing regulations for Atlantic highly migratory species of tunas, sharks, swordfish, and billfish. The public has until October 18 to comment on the proposed measures.
Aug 11, 2005	Blue Catfish Receives Double World Record Status From IGFA From News Reports DANIA BEACH, Fla. --- The International Game Fish Association (IGFA), the organization which among its many duties maintains world records for both freshwater and saltwater game fishes, has approved a 124 pound blue catfish caught in mid May by Tim Pruitt of Alton, Ill.
Aug. 8, 2005	WRC sets 2005-06 waterfowl hearings From News Reports The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has scheduled a series of public meetings statewide to discuss the upcoming waterfowl hunting seasons.
Aug. 3, 2005	Alabama archer earns Buckmasters title From News Report GREENSBORO — Joseph Goza shot an unprecedented five consecutive perfect rounds out of seven the last weekend in July to retain his title as the Buckmasters Top Bow Indoor champion.
Aug. 1, 2005	VanDam takes tough Classic From News Report PITTSBURGH — When the 35th edition of the CITGO Bassmaster Classic ended July 31, a pair of highly accomplished pros found themselves in familiar positions.
July 27, 2005	New Bern Youngster Places Sixth at Third Annual Mercury/IGFA Junior Angler World Championship From News Report KEY WEST, Fla. Two boys and two girls from Florida, South Carolina and Massachusetts, were the top divisional winners in the third annual Mercury/IGFA (International Game Fish Association) Junior Angler World Championship, an all release tournament held in the fishing waters surrounding the lower Florida Keys.
July 24, 2005	Public gets chance to comment on trawl FMP at Goldsboro From News Reports Recreational saltwater anglers interested in by-catch issues caused by shrimp trawling have a chance to speak out and support proposals for the Shrimp Trawl Fisheries Management Plan at a N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries public hearing Aug. 15 in Goldsboro.
July 20, 2005	Wildlife Commission Sets Early Migratory Bird Hunting Seasons From News Reports The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has set hunting seasons for dove and other webless migratory birds, as well as early goose and teal seasons.
July 17, 2005	Cochran takes $500,000 FLW championship From News Reports HOT SPRINGS, Ark. — George Cochran of Hot Springs brought in a winning catch of five bass weighing 10 pounds, 3 ounces July 16 to pocket $500,000 in the Forrest L. Wood Championship at Lake Hamilton. The half-million dollar check is the largest first-place award in professional bass fishing.
July 12, 2005	Talkin’ Trash Wins Mayport Wal-Mart FLW Kingfish Tournament From News Reports MAYPORT, Fla. – Team Talkin' Trash headed by Captain Mike Edwards of Wilmington, N.C., caught a kingfish Friday weighing 40 pounds, 10 ounces to win the Wal-Mart FLW Kingfish Tour event in Mayport presented by Castrol and collect a $70,000 first-place check.
July 10, 2005	House tentatively approves retooled saltwater license RALEIGH (AP) — The state House gave the initial OK June 6 to a massive rewrite of a fishing license law passed last year that would require coastal saltwater anglers to get permits for the first time.
July 6, 2005	Stone threatened while practicing at Classic rivers From News Reports PITTSBURGH — A North Carolina angler preparing for a bass fishing tournament said he twice has been threatened while fishing near private marinas in western Pennsylvania.
July 4, 2005	Young Anglers Win Lifetime Fishing Licenses From News Reports Thanks to the cooperative efforts of Progress Energy, the Tarboro Association of Saltwater Sportsman and the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, seven young anglers will be able to fish for free in North Carolina — for the rest of their lives.
June 29, 2005	12-Year-Old Benson Angler Reels in State Record Green Sunfish From News Reports On his last cast of the day, 12-year-old angler Robert Womack reeled in the best catch of his life, landing a new green sunfish state record.
June 27, 2005	GWKMT rescheduled to July 29 and 30 By Capt. Jerry Dilsaver The Greater Wilmington King Mackerel Tournament, originally scheduled for June 24 to 26, has been postponed until July 29 and 30, due to weather concerns from a building low pressure cell off the North Carolina coast.
June 23, 2005	Wildlife Commission Announces July 4 as Free Fishing Day From News Reports Fishing for a fun and inexpensive way to celebrate Independence Day? The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission invites anglers and would-be anglers of all ages to go fishing — for free.
June 20, 2005	Size Matters wins 47th Big Rock From News Reports MOREHEAD CITY — Some people say size doesn’t matter, but it did for a Maryland-based sportsfisherman after the 47th Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament.
June 16, 2005	Slip N Slide takes storm-shortened FLW Kingfish Tournament BY JOHN MCQUEEN Team Slip N Slide was one of the first teams in the Venice FLW Kingfish Tournament to weigh in when the scales opened at 3:00 PM. Their fish, which weighed in at 56 pounds, nine ounces and was the only king they landed that day, took the early lead and endured nearly ninety other boats' best efforts in taking the $40,000 first prize.
June 14, 2005	ASA Honors Sportfishing Champions At Capitol Hill Reception From News Reports On June 7, 2005, the American Sportfishing Association presented its most prestigious honors to two life-long sportfishing advocates during an evening reception at the Dirksen Senate office building on Capitol Hill, as part of the association’s National Fishing and Boating Week celebrations.
June 8, 2005	N.C. WRC Leads U.S. in Conservation Planning From News Reports First in flight. First in wildlife conservation. The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is the first agency in the nation to complete and submit to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service its Comprehensive Wildlife Conservation Strategy.
June 5, 2005	Sea Striker, Hooligan Take Swansboro Titles By CRAIG HOLT Two old favorites played familiar Swansboro songs at the local Rotary Club’s 25th Memorial Bluewater Tournament. And both had to credit luck — good for one winner and bad for one’s unfortunate opponent — for their victories.
June 1, 2005	N.C. Channel Catfish Record Is Up for Grabs From News Reports If you’ve ever dreamed of reeling in a state record fish, it’s time to quit dreaming and start fishing. Now that the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has vacated the long-held channel catfish state record, the new state record is up for grabs — with a catch: this fish must weigh at least 20 pounds.
May 30, 2005	Miami Team Wins Sixth Rolex/IGFA Offshore Championship: N.C. Team Falls From Second to Eighth on Final Day By Capt. Jerry Dilsaver Four anglers from Miami, Fla. and the suburbs of Chicago, Ill., caught eight billfish and one tuna, to erase what was considered an insurmountable lead and slip past a team of former champions from Bermuda to win the Rolex/IGFA Offshore Championship Tournament (OCT).
May 25, 2005	BoatU.S. Offers Online Boating Course From News Reports A lot of boaters have years of practical experience spent on the water. But are you sure you know everything there is about staying safe while boating?
May 22, 2005	Appeals Court Upholds Boyle's OLF Injunction By CRAIG HOLT A three-judge panel of the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond, Va., denied on May 19 the Navy’s motion for a stay or modification of U.S. District Court Judge Terrence Boyle’s permanent injunction.
May 18, 2005	IGFA Offers June Certified Observer Training Class From News Reports The International Game Fish Association (IGFA) will hold its next IGFA Certified Observer Program at the IGFA headquarters in Dania Beach, Fla., to train and certify experienced anglers, boat captains and crew members as observers for fishing tournaments held around the world. The training class will be Saturday, June 25, 2005.
May 16, 2005	House Committee Quashes Rep. Stiller's Menhaden Bill By CRAIG HOLT The N.C. House Environment and Natural Resources Committee quashed Rep. Bonner Stiller’s bill to restrict menhaden factory boats from hauling purse-seine nets near his district’s beaches from May 1-Oct. 1. The committee voted 15-8 on May 10 to reject sending the bill to the House floor for debate.
May 8, 2005	Five N. C. Anglers to Compete in Sixth Annual Rolex/IGFA Offshore Championship Tournament By Capt. Jerry Dilsaver Five North Carolina anglers are among a record 70 teams from 31 countries registered to compete in the Sixth Annual Rolex/International Game Fish Association (IGFA) Offshore Championship Tournament (OCT), to be held May 15-21at Los Cabos, Mexico.
May 6, 2005	NPS Reclaims South Core Ferry Contract From Willis From News Release Cape Lookout National Seashore Superintendent Bob Vogel announced April 15 the National Park Service had completed arrangements with the Great Island Cabin and Ferry Service, operated by the Morris Marina and Kabin Kamps, Inc., to provide cabin rentals and vehicle ferry service from Davis to the Great Island Cabin area of the seashore.
May 3, 2005	Committee Meeting Scheduled on Menhaden Issue By Capt. Jerry Dilsaver House of Representatives Bill #955, which was introduced by Representative Bonner Stiller (R-Brunswick, New Hanover), will be heard by the Envirnomental and Natural Resources Committtee May 10, 12:00 noon, Room 643 Legislative Office Building.
May 1, 2005	Striped Bass Season in Upper Roanoke River Extended Through May 4 From News Reports The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission announced today it will extend the striped bass harvest season through May 4 in the upper Roanoke River.