The majority of funding for state wildlife programs comes from hunting licenses and taxes associated with hunting, fishing and guns. But a generational decline in hunters and a deadly disease are threatening the foundation of that wildlife management system. In North Carolina, a coalition of hunters and conservationists are trying to head off this looming crisis in the great outdoors.

Featuring:

Guy Gardner, Co-manager at the Harnett Area Deer Donation Site
Judy Gardner, Co-manager at the Harnett Area Deer Donation Site
Gabor Szentivanyi, hunter and mentor in training
Deet James, Hunter Engagement Coordinator at North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Kip Adams, Chief Conservation Officer for the National Deer Association

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Check out WUNC contributor Zachary Turner’s reporting on the efforts to recruit the next generation of North Carolina hunters.
You can find a transcript of the episode here.

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