03-18-2011, 05:10 PM
RALEIGH, N.C.- The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has completed construction on the Astoria Landing Boating Access Area on the Roanoke River in Jamesville, which opens to the public today, March 18.
The access area has two launch ramps with handicapped accessible docks, gravel parking and stormwater treatment facilities. The site, which was paid for through funds from the Sport Fish Restoration Program and motorboat registration receipts, also has a handicapped accessible fishing pier.
"The Roanoke River is popular for both boaters and anglers, and we are excited to provide this increased access to this treasured resource," said Erik Christofferson, chief of the Commission's Division of Engineering Services. "We expect this site to draw sportsmen and women from across North Carolina to Jamesville to launch boats and cast lines."
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.
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.
Get N.C. Wildlife Update - news including season dates, bag limits, legislative updates and more - delivered to your Inbox from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission. Go to www.ncwildlife.org/enews.
Media Contact<br />
Carolyn Rickard,<br />
Public Information Officer<br />
(919) 707-0124<br />
carolyn.rickard@ncwildlife.org
The access area has two launch ramps with handicapped accessible docks, gravel parking and stormwater treatment facilities. The site, which was paid for through funds from the Sport Fish Restoration Program and motorboat registration receipts, also has a handicapped accessible fishing pier.
"The Roanoke River is popular for both boaters and anglers, and we are excited to provide this increased access to this treasured resource," said Erik Christofferson, chief of the Commission's Division of Engineering Services. "We expect this site to draw sportsmen and women from across North Carolina to Jamesville to launch boats and cast lines."
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.
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.
Get N.C. Wildlife Update - news including season dates, bag limits, legislative updates and more - delivered to your Inbox from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission. Go to www.ncwildlife.org/enews.
Media Contact<br />
Carolyn Rickard,<br />
Public Information Officer<br />
(919) 707-0124<br />
carolyn.rickard@ncwildlife.org