Hunting
A Heritage Woven Into Family and Community Hunting in the Carolinas is more than just chasing deer; it’s a cultural cornerstone. Thanksgiving hunts, passed-down stands on family farms, and annual trips to deer camp tie generations together. For many families, the opening day of rifle season is as much a holiday as Christmas or the Fourth of July. In the lowcountry of South Carolina, dog hunts are celebrated with cookouts, stories, and traditions that have lasted centuries. In the mountains of North Carolina, hunting clubs have carried on practices that date back to the 1800s. Opportunities for Every Hunter Not everyone has access to private farmland or leases, but that doesn’t mean opportunity is limited. Millions of acres of public land are open to hunters. In North Carolina, Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests provide rugged mountain hunting, while Uwharrie offers more accessible terrain in the Piedmont. In South Carolina, Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests stretch across the state and are open to all licensed hunters. Game lands managed by both state wildlife agencies further expand access, giving hunters affordable options without the need for expensive leases.
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