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Wildlife Feeding: Greensboro vs High Point

How do wildlife feeding rules compare between Greensboro, NC and High Point, NC?

Greensboro has fewer restrictions than High Point.

Greensboro, NC

Guilford County

Few Restrictions

Greensboro has no standalone wildlife feeding ban. Guilford County Sec. 5-10 covers nuisances from feeding that creates safety or sanitation issues. NC wildlife laws apply.

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High Point, NC

Guilford County

Some Restrictions

North Carolina regulates wildlife feeding through Wildlife Resources Commission rules, with statewide bear feeding restrictions and prohibitions on baiting that apply uniformly across all counties.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactGreensboroHigh Point
Feeding BanNo specific city ban-
Nuisance RuleSec. 5-10 applies if hazard created-
Deer FeedingNC Wildlife Commission rules apply-
Bear FeedingStrongly discouraged by NCWRC-
Bear feeding-Prohibited statewide
Authority-Wildlife Resources Commission
Statute-N.C.G.S. 113-291.1
Regulation-15A NCAC 10B

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Greensboro FAQ

High Point FAQ

Is feeding bears illegal in North Carolina?

Yes. The Wildlife Resources Commission prohibits intentional feeding of black bears statewide under regulations adopted pursuant to N.C.G.S. 113-291.1.

Can I feed deer on my own property?

Feeding deer is generally legal, but baiting for hunting purposes is restricted, and feeding that attracts bears or creates public nuisances may violate state regulations and local nuisance ordinances.

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