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North Carolina Hunting License (2026)

Restricted: Hunting license required; all first-time hunters must complete hunter-education certification.

RestrictedVerified Jun 18, 2026

Hunting license required; all first-time hunters must complete hunter-education certification. Resident & nonresident licenses via NCWRC.

Official source: ncwildlife.gov →

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