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North Carolina's Passion for Fishing Feed


FRIDAY, 27 JULY 2007

North Carolina residents overwhelmingly support hunting, with 84% approving. Fishing received even higher approval rating, with 95%. Furthermore, 83% agree that hunting and fishing are part of the scientific management of fish and wildlife populations.

A new report, released by the National Assembly of Sportsmen's Caucuses and the North Carolina State Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation, is aimed at providing valuable insight for state legislators by highlighting key public opinion data, as well as how the economics of hunting and fishing impact the state.

When it comes to fishing, North Carolina ranks 13th in the nation for the number of paid fishing license holders, with more than 700,000 fishing licenses sold. The gross revenue from the sale of resident, non-resident, tags, permits and stamp associated with fishing totals more than $13 million. This funding provides a large portion of the revenue for the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.

The report, North Carolina Sportsmen - The Broader Picture, was released at the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission Headquarters to a gathering of state legislators.

"It is our hope that this report will serve as a valuable source for our legislators and we look forward to working with the North Carolina legislature to promote a healthier, stronger, hunting and fishing tradition in North Carolina," commented Dick Hamilton, Executive Director of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commissions.

"Facts and figures presented in The Broader Picture show that the sportsmen of North Carolina through continued support of our hunting and fishing resources have an overall effect on both the economy and more opportunities to enjoy recreational activities within the state," remarked Carl Dixon, President of the North Carolina State Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation.

Read more about this news at www.prnewswire.com.
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