Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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'Snowbirds' Return To Whitewater A Sign Of The Seasons First, the sandhill cranes begin their journey, reminding us by their annual migration that summer is waning. Next, Mother Nature is ready to step in with wonderful weather in the Southwest, weather that welcomes great hunting and fishing opportunities. Then, soon after the autumn activities, thoughts turn to anticipation of holiday events such as the lighted boat parades in Arizona and California and, locally, to families and friends making... Full story
Publishers Note - If you would like to add your upcoming event to this monthly list please click on our Add Your Comments section. There is no charge for listings and links. Links will be reviewed by our Editor and included as time permits. - Jim Allen November 2 - Fly-Day Event For Challenged Kids November 4 - AZGFD Hunt Tags More than 2,200 permit-tags remain for 2025 spring hunts, raptor capture. Applications accepted — by U.S. mail only — beginning Monday. Also — The Arizona Game and Fish... Full story
Christmas Tree Permits The selection and cutting of a special tree from the forest for the holidays has been a treasured tradition for generations of residents. The Tonto National Forest offers personal-use Christmas Tree Permits for the cutting of a tree on National Forest land. Christmas Tree Permits cost $15 per tree, are for personal use only (not for resale). Important Dates Christmas Tree Permit sales start in late November for permits bought through Recreation.gov and at district ranger... Full story
Sandhill cranes by the thousands are once again returning to their wintering grounds at the Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area in southeastern Arizona. For the next several months, more than 20,000 of these fascinating birds, along with waterfowl and other wetland-associated species, will provide an unparalleled wildlife-viewing experience. "In my opinion, there just isn't a better wildlife-viewing opportunity in Arizona" said Jeff Meyers, wildlife viewing program manager for the Arizona Game and... Full story
Executive Order 14067 This is not what you might think. Look Closely Our Justice System Is At Serious Risk Every citizen of every country should be afraid for the future of their country when criminal illegal aliens are allowed, and encouraged, to vote in our elections. The first item listed on state and federal election rules about voting states that you must be a citizen. Pretty clear isn't it. Then why are federal judges interfering and allowing non-citizens to vote? Good question but the... Full story
Lake Havasu on the Colorado River is a fantastic place to visit – it has great fishing, beautiful views, plenty of places to stay and play -- and the London Bridge. The London Bridge In the 1930s, the construction of Parker Cam created Lake Havasu. During World War II an R and R camp for the armed forces was built on a peninsula. A developer named McCulloch bought 26 square miles of desert (the current site of Lake Havasu City), and in 1968 he bought the London Bridge and had it dismantled a... Full story
PAGE, Arizona – Algal blooms have been reported scattered around Glen Canyon National Recreation Area this fall. Certain species of algae and phytoplankton can produce toxins that may cause illness in humans, pets and wildlife. Algal blooms can occur for a variety of reasons. Warm, still water is the perfect breeding ground for cyanobacteria and the addition of nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus that enter the lake from outside sources, encourage the growth of algae and bacteria. Some may b... Full story
Tourism To Grand Canyon National Park Contributed $768 Million To Local Economy Report shows visitor spending supports 10,100 local jobs. A new National Park Service report shows that 4.7 million visitors to Grand Canyon National Park in 2023 spent $768 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 10,100 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $1.0 billion. “I’m so proud that our parks and the stories we tell make a lasting impact on more than 300 million visitors a year,” said Natio... Full story
VERMILLION CLIFFS, Ariz. – Partners in Arizona-Utah California Condor conservation, including the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD), gathered at Vermilion Cliffs National Monument on Sept. 28 for the successful release of four captive-raised and endangered California condors into the wilds of far north Arizona. The Peregrine Fund and the Bureau of Land Management hosted the event in conjunction with National Public Lands Day. Cheers erupted from an enthusiastic crowd at the viewing s... Full story
Bison (aka buffalo) have long been an important resource for indigenous people. That truth is recognized in the herd management of the valuable animals that inhabit the Grand Canyon's North Rim. One hundred bison were successfully relocated last month and transferred to the Intertribal Buffalo Council. Since herb reduction began in 2018, 282 buffalo have been transferred to eight different American Indian tribes. The sharing of this resource is as it should be, contributing to both conservation... Full story
October 7 The Governor’s Office is now accepting applications to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Arizona Game and Fish Commission. Residents knowledgeable and passionate about Arizona wildlife and conservation in eligible counties are welcome to apply by Monday, Oct. 7 Information: bc@az.gov. Indigenous Peoples' Day: October 14 Halloween Events In Northern Arizona Costumes for Kids 5K Fun Run Where: 120 S Cortez St., Prescott What: Join in on a costumed dash in the heart of downtown Prescott. R... Full story
Say a final goodbye to the summer 2024 boating season as Sept. 22 marked the fall equinox. With the change of season, ushered in by cooler air and water temperatures, boating safety also changes. With that in mind, the BoatUS Foundation offers three safety tips tailor-made to help you safely enjoy the wonders of the water during the off season - yes, even in Arizona. • A life jacket for the season: Unexpected falls overboard could be big trouble fast, so wear a life jacket that fits over your c... Full story
Grand Canyon wildlife managers successfully relocated 100 bison from the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park in mid-September. All bison were transferred to the Intertribal Buffalo Council (https://itbcbuffalonation.org/), which transported them to the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe in South Dakota (https://www.cheyenneriversioux.com/). Since reduction efforts began in 2018, park staff have removed 306 bison from the North Rim, with 282 transferred to eight different American Indian tribes throu... Full story
Environmentally conscious individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for national effort to clean our waterways. The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is seeking a diverse panel of volunteers who will serve as peer reviewers to evaluate proposals for Abandoned and Derelict Vessel (ADV) removal grants between December 2024 and July 2025. For more on boating safety visit any of these great articles in Arizona Boating & Watersports. The Foundation has been... Full story
Fall Raffle Launches With Bonus Tags Conservation First USA (https://conservationfirstusa.org/) is excited to announce a unique opportunity for you to win one of eight big game hunt permit-tags in its special fall raffle. The tags (one each for mule deer, whitetail deer, bison, elk, pronghorn, javelina, mountain lion and black bear) grants you the opportunity to hunt almost anywhere in the state for 365 days - a rare and valuable chance for any hunter. Key Details: • Unlimited ticket p... Full story
Applicants also can purchase PointGuard products, add Arizona E-Tag The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) reminds hunters who applied for 2025 spring hunts that 11:59 p.m. (Arizona time) Tuesday, Oct. 15, is the deadline to update credit card or debit card account information. The same deadline applies to purchasing a PointGuard product. Choosing PointGuard Plus, or the standard PointGuard, ensures that applicants can surrender their hunt permit-tag for any reason, and the accumulated...
The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD), alongside conservation leaders, Gov. Katie Hobbs, and U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland, recently celebrated the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's (FWS) decision to remove Apache trout from the federal Endangered Species List . The delisting announcement was made by Secretary Haaland at a special event in Mesa in early September. "The recovery of Apache trout is a culmination of more than five decades of hard work and the cooperation of many... Full story
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (GCNRA) is accepting public comments through Nov. 15 on proposed changes to the park’s 2021 off road vehicle (ORV) special regulations. The proposed revisions to the 2021 rule are required under a settlement agreement and would be more protective of resources by limiting the use of off-highway vehicles and street-legal ATVs in certain shoreline access areas and unpaved roads. Diverse Recreation Forms While the proposed rule amendment would prohibit the use o... Full story
If you stop and think about it, the days of the wild west aren’t that far behind us, and Arizona used to be wild as all get-out. Miners, ranchers, and sheep herders didn’t always get along well, and of course there have always been jilted lovers and jealousy, especially back when women were fairly scarce on the ground! So it’s no wonder that Arizona has so many haunted places! And in addition to those ghostly spots, we’ve got a lot of ghost towns in various stages of ruin that can be fun to visi... Full story
PHOENIX - The Arizona Game and Fish Commission announced the recipients of the 2024 Commission Awards at its September meeting in Prescott, Ariz. The awards recognize Arizonans who have contributed significantly to the conservation of the state's wildlife, its outdoor heritage, and the mission of the Arizona Game and Fish Department. This year's recipients are - • Award of Excellence – Kohinoor Kar – ADOT • Youth Conservationist of the Year – Ryder and Cadence Walton • Media of the Year – The Wi... Full story
It's back to school season, which means it's time for one more trip to cap off your summer experience. Load the family up and hit the road aimed at your favorite lake or Arizona high country destination. We've made it easy for you to make even more summer memories. Take a look at these great outdoor options below, then finish summer strong by getting outside and enjoying all that this beautiful state has to offer. Rev Up Your Adventure: Discover Eastern Arizona's Scenic OHV Trails! Get ready... Full story
Wonderful scholarships are available for you. The VFW Auxiliary offers several scholarships, including: • Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest Open to students in grades 9–12, including home-schooled students. The national first-place winner receives a $15,000 scholarship. The submission deadline for 2025 is March 31. • 3-Dimensional Patriotic Art Contest Open to students in grades 9–12, including home-schooled students. The national first-place winner receives a $2,500 scholar... Full story
About Us Military Assistance Mission (MAM) provides financial assistance and morale aid to Arizona military and their families and our wounded heroes. MAM strives to provide financial assistance each year to 120 Arizona active duty, guard & reserve military service members. Each year approximately 2,500 military members and families benefit from MAM's morale/event programs such as Operation Holiday Giving, Seats for Soldiers, and Baby Bundle Bash. Our Mission • Provide financial assistance a... Full story
Whether in a canoe or kayak or on a stand-up paddleboard, all offer a calm, serene way to enjoy boating - unless of course there are many power craft sharing the lake or a sudden storm makes an appearance. Then, the best advice is to hug the shoreline and quieter waters, or if in real danger, the obvious choice is to get out of the threatening weather. (Experts will always advise that you "know before you go"; in other words, check the weather reports before putting in.) September in Arizona is... Full story
Arizona's deer and elk hunters are urged to attend any of the four remaining workshops about Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), a fatal wildlife disease that affects the nervous system of cervid animals. The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) had scheduled a total of eight workshops that began earlier this month at department headquarters and regional offices throughout the state. The remaining workshops will take place at regional offices in Pinetop (Aug. 17), Kingman (Aug. 24), Tucson... Full story
