One of the reasons that I was attracted to NC is that there are actual seasons, but it doesn't snow for six solid months. Here in Maine serious winter begins right when deer season ends and lasts until April. Tracking deer in the snow is a real joy that I'll miss, but I'm lucky to get a day or two of that. At least in the southern part of the state.
Plus if I find a good hunting opportunity south or west of NC, or if I just want to travel while armed it won't involve this level of research. The irony is that ME has expanded gun rights to include non-permit concealed carry recently. It's a pretty gun friendly state that (besides NH) is tough to get out of while armed. This has been a real education in gun rights.