Category: Hunting
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Navigating the 2026 Spring Turkey Season: FLOC Program Outlook
As we look toward the 2026 spring season, the challenge of hunting the Eastern Wild Turkey in North Carolina remains significant. While the state’s deer population thrives at an estimated 1 to 1.1 million, the Eastern Wild Turkey population is much more specialized, hovering around 270,000 birds. This disparity makes access to quality land and… Read more
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Gearing Up for Mourning Dove Season in North Carolina
As summer fades and September approaches, North Carolina hunters eagerly anticipate the start of mourning dove season. These fast-flying birds offer one of the most exciting and challenging hunts of the year. Whether you’re a seasoned wing-shooter or a newcomer to the sport, preparation is key to a successful and enjoyable season. Know the Dates… Read more
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Fall Line Outdoors Chapter (FLOC) 2026 Turkey Hunting Program: A Scouting Report and Strategy
As we approach the 2026 spring turkey season, the landscape for hunting in North Carolina presents a unique blend of abundant opportunities and significant challenges. While our deer herds are thriving—estimated at over 1 to 1.1 million animals statewide—the elusive Eastern Wild Turkey population sits at around 270,000. With a solid, yet challenging population, finding… Read more
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Discovering the Eastern Wild Turkey: A Comprehensive Introduction Through Fall Line Outdoors
For many adults, stepping into the world of hunting, fishing, and conservation can feel both exciting and overwhelming — especially for those who are brand‑new to these traditions. The Fall Line Outdoors Chapter exists to bridge that gap, offering adults 18 and older with little to no hunting, fishing, or conservation experience a supportive pathway… Read more
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Empowering Hunters Through Education at FLOC’s Deer Processing Workshop
🦌 On a crisp Saturday in Lillington, NC, Fall Line Outdoors Chapter – NC Wildlife Federation (FLOC) launched its first Deer Processing Workshop of 2025, welcoming over 20 eager participants into the world of sustainable hunting and self-sufficiency. This hands-on event was designed not just to teach technical skills, but to foster a deeper understanding… Read more
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Fall Line Outdoors Expands Deer Processing Program After Record Demand
Fall Line Outdoors faced what every conservation‑minded education program hopes for this year—a good problem. Far more people applied for the Chapter’s hands‑on deer processing classes than there were available seats. Rather than turn eager learners away, the Chapter stepped up and added two additional classes to meet the demand. The result was a powerful… Read more
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Fall Line Outdoors Celebrates a Landmark Year of Education, Mentorship, and Conservation Success
The Fall Line Outdoors Chapter of the North Carolina Wildlife Federation closed out 2025 with a celebration that perfectly reflected its mission: community, conservation, mentorship, and a deep respect for North Carolina’s outdoor heritage. After a year filled with hands‑on education, new adult hunter engagement, and meaningful mentorship in the field, the chapter gathered supporters,… Read more
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From Field to Table: Empowering New Hunters with Deer Processing Skills
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Get out in the woods and LEARN!
To those who are reading, I am Kyle Comp, one of the mentors for the Fall Line Outdoors Chapter for NCWF. Just wanted to give you all a word of encouragement. I just had one of my most exciting hunts I’ve had in a long time. I have now hunted maybe 7 hunts so far… Read more
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North Carolina’s September Canada Goose Season: What Hunters Need to Know
North Carolina’s early Canada goose season is a favorite among waterfowl hunters, and 2025 is no exception. Running from September 1 through September 30, this season offers a unique opportunity for hunters in the area west of U.S. Highway 17 to target resident geese under more liberal regulations than later in the year. 📍 Location… Read more