Events

2026 Mountain Trout Trip May 15-17, 2026 Cherokee KOA Campground 92 KOA Campground Road Cherokee, NC 28719 Come join us for a weekend of relaxation and tranquility while trout fishing on stocked streams and ponds in beautiful Cherokee, North Carolina.  The event will be hosted by the Cherokee/Great Smokies KOA Campground.  Attendees can anticipate good camaraderie, relaxation, and fun times.  Accommodations will consist of overnight camping in our 10×12 Canvas Wall Tent from The Wall Tent Shop and a Davis Canvas Tent.

2026 Kerr Lake Striper & Catfish Weekend May 29-31, 2026 Henderson Point Campground Come join Drew Blake for a weekend of fishing on Kerr Lake/Buggs Island Reservoir. Buggs Island consists of nearly 50,000 acres of surface water and 800 miles of shoreline. Join us as we target two of the lakes well known fisheries (Striped Bass and Catfish). Buggs Island is known to have two “schools” of stripers which is based on their original stocking locations. One school ranges from Clarksville to the Ivy Hill area and “migrates” up the Dan River. During spring, these stripers can be found in the upper end of the lake and in the river above Clarksville as fish travel upstream to spawn. The second school ranges from Eastland Creek back toward the dam and “migrates” up to Nutbush Creek. As the summer progresses the upper school migrates down the lake and joins the lower…

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COME SEE US Carolina Sportsman Outfitters and Carolina Bait & Tackle are bringing the community together for a full day of outdoor fun, shopping, and family-friendly activities. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter, an avid angler, or just looking for something fun to do with the family, there’s something here for everyone. • Local vendors•  Food trucks serving great eats•  Fun activities for kids•  Storewide sales & special deals **HUGE Store-Wide Sale**

August 14-16, 2026 Guiding Eyes Outdoors President Drew Blake and two Marine veterans spent an unforgettable weekend fishing the waters of Eastern North Carolina. The trip began Thursday evening with fellowship and preparation for the weekend ahead. The crew spent the night putting fresh line on rods and reels, sharing stories, and getting everything ready for the days ahead. Friday morning, the crew headed through Bogue Inlet in search of Spanish mackerel, king mackerel, mahi, and other nearshore species. Temperatures climbed into the 90s with a heat index near 110°F. Southwest winds of 10–15 knots and 2–3 foot seas provided fishable conditions early, although the wind and chop increased as the day progressed. Saturday morning, the crew was back at it, once again heading out of Bogue Inlet to pursue Spanish mackerel, king mackerel, mahi, and other nearshore species. Conditions had changed following the passage of a front, with northeast…

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Central NC Dog Deer Hunt November 14, 2026 Location provided to those accepted

2026 Deer Camp December 11-13, 2026 Franklin County, North Carolina This will be a three day event featuring one full day of hunting. Please complete the application below to be considered eligible for attending the event. The 2026 Deer Camp will be located in Franklin County, North Carolina.  Franklin County was founded in 1779 and is located in the heart of the North Carolina Piedmont approximately 45 minutes northeast of the state capital, Raleigh.  Franklin County is a historically rural area known for its agricultural, lumber, and textiles industries.  This hunt will feature several properties made up of mature hardwood bottomlands and ridges, and active agricultural fields.     All hunting will be conducted within temporary ground blind locations that will be setup several weeks.  Transportation to and from the hunt locations will be provided by properly licensed staff and volunteers. When not in the field, our participants will enjoy time…

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