Bowhunters may get Sunday hunting

Archers may soon be allowed to hunt on Sundays.

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is considering a rule change that would allow archers to practice their hobby during the traditional Christian Sabbath.

Currently, hunting with guns is prohibited by state law, but archery is handled at the regulatory level, so the change would not require the legislature to pass a bill.

Three rule changes are under consideration. One would allow bow hunting on private lands; a second, on public lands where hunting is allowed. A third would allow hunters who use falcons.

"Bow hunting on Sundays would increase opportunities, particularly for hunters who can only hunt on the weekends because of work obligations," the rules change reads.

The commission will vote on the change at its March 4 meeting.

Previously: Bill would end ban on Sunday hunting.