WELDON, N.C. - The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly renovated Weldon Boating Access Area.

When: 10 a.m. Friday, April 1
Where: Weldon Boating Access Area, 1090 Rockfish Lane, Weldon, NC
What: Remarks by Erik Christofferson, Chief of the Division of Engineering Services, N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission; Julia Meacham, Mayor, Town of Weldon; and other officials.

For more information on boating in North Carolina, including an interactive map of more than 200 free, 24-hour boating access areas, visitwww.ncwildlife.org.

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About N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission
Since 1947, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission has been dedicated to the conservation and sustainability of the state's fish and wildlife resources through research, scientific management, wise use, and public input. The Commission is the state regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of fishing, hunting, trapping and boating laws and provides programs and opportunities for wildlife-related educational, recreational and sporting activities. To learn more, visit www.ncwildlife.org.

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