Nov. 20—WHITLEY COUNTY — On December 14, Whitley East Elementary School in Siler will host "Coon Hunting for a Cause," a community-driven event organized by Matt Rose and Debra Elliott. This ...

No one can really say when it all began in earnest, but coon hunting has been a staple of families since the pioneer days. Raccoons have long been hunted for their valuable fur and tasty meet. A ...

The Grand American Coon Hunt in Orangeburg County brings people by the thousands to enjoy the sport. One coon hunter reflects on how the sport has changed.

Racoon hunting has been around for ages and it’s certainly a huge draw for locals. Because the animal is nocturnal, coon hunting takes place during the night. A typical hunt includes a guide and ...

Coonhounds compete in casts of four dogs to simulate a coon hunt. The Orangeburg County tradition was founded in the 1960s and draws crowds by the thousands every year.