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To take advantage of fishing North Carolina’s inland streams and saltwater shorelines, you will need to buy a NC fishing license. You can buy an inland fishing license or saltwater fishing license as a resident or non-resident and save money over the long-term by selecting an annual or lifetime option.
Each state has specific fishing rules in place to help manage fish populations and natural resources. After you buy an inland or saltwater fishing license, be sure to check the North Carolina regulations so that you understand seasons and limits.
Inland and saltwater fishing license fees help support state conservation efforts. Funds from your North Carolina fishing license purchase go towards activities like habitat research, hatcheries, fish stocking and conservation education.
North Carolina has its own set of fishing laws and regulations that need to be followed in order to protect their fish populations
Learn how you can start protecting our aquatic natural resources.
Additional resources and information can be found directly on the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission site.
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