Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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Grand Canyon National Park has received confirmation that two bats collected along the Colorado River in the park last month tested positive for rabies. The rabies-positive bats, both Canyon Bats, were deceased at the time of collection and did not come in contact with any visitors or staff. Rabies is preventable if medical treatment called post-exposure prophylaxis, or PEP, is given following an exposure to a rabid animal. It is almost always fatal if PEP is not given prior to the development... Full story
Comment period on revised Draft Environmental Impact Statement for motorized travel ends Tuesday, Oct. 29. The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests (ASNFs) have released a revised Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for ASNFs Public Motorized Travel Management Plan. The purpose of the plan is to comply with the federal Travel Management Rule by providing a system of roads, trails, and areas designated for motor vehicle use while protecting biological, physical, and cultural resources. Alte... Full story
Lake Pleasant Will Again Host Annual Run Pleasant Harbor and Evofit will host the annual Dam Cancer Run/Walk at Lake Pleasant on Oct. 12, featuring a 5K, 10K, Obstacle Run and 5K Walk. All running events traverse the New Waddell Dam. Closed to the public throughout the year, this event provides runners a unique opportunity and vantage point of Lake Pleasant, 440 feet above the New Waddell Dam's foundation. In addition to the various running events, participants will receive swag bags and will... Full story
New video outlines the unique precautions required when heading offshore to a marine sanctuary. The NOAA National Marine Sanctuaries include more than 600,000 square miles of marine protected areas, from the rugged Olympic Peninsula of Washington to the "shipwreck alley" of Michigan's Thunder Bay and the turquoise-hued shallows of the Florida Keys. These national treasures present great opportunities for recreational boaters, anglers, and sailors – but only if they're prepared and have the g... Full story
Trails And Natural Parklands Portion Of Centennial Trail Reopens Contributors: Nancy Nesbit, Chris Hosking Due to new development in the area, about a third of Centennial Trail - an in-town trail that meanders through the boulders and canyons, with panoramic views of the City of Prescott, Rodeo Grounds, Thumb Butte, and Granite Mountain, and petroglyphs - was closed in November 2018. The closure was located in the middle third of the trail near the Kile Street trailhead and was due to blasting... Full story
Off-Road Vehicles, Boats, RVs, Travel Trailers and Special Attractions Set To Kick-Off Fall Outdoor Recreation Season, November 16-17, 2019 in Lake Havasu. With cooler Arizona temperatures on the way in a couple of months, recreation enthusiasts begin the seasonal transitionto fall and winter outdoor activities like camping, fishing, travel and off-roading. This means Southwest residents and vacationing visitors alike are anxiously awaiting the opportunity to enjoy everything that local... Full story
Pleasant Harbor, The City of Peoria, and Dillon's Restaurant will host the 1st Annual Peoria Country Music Fest on Saturday, Oct. 19, featuring live country music from four popular country bands,as well as food trucks, a beer garden serving a variety of "adult beverages," as well as a fan experience, including live bull riding, a cigar lounge and corn hole. The event runs from 2 p.m-11 p.m., with gates opening at 12 p.m. The event site features panoramic views of Lake Pleasant and easy access... 
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The Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (WAFWA) honored conservation professionals from several western states with awards commending their work to conserve fish and wildlife resources at an awards ceremony July 15 at the organization’s annual conference in Manhattan, Kansas. The Arizona Game and Fish Commission was recognized with the WAFWA Commission of the Year Award. Current AZGFD Commission members are: James Zieler; Eric Sparks; Kurt Davis; Leland “Bill” Brake; and James... Full story
Water is the essence of life and it's just as precious for Arizona's wildlife. For that reason, the Arizona Game and Fish Department has trucked or airlifted more than 1.5 million gallons of precious water to catchments throughout the state since January 2018. And trail cameras tell the tale of this important work with footage of elk, deer, bighorn sheep and countless other species leaning over for a refreshing drink at one of 3,000 catchments maintained by the department. "Water catchments are... Full story
Arizona's White Mountains Invite You Just three hours from Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona's White Mountains boasts beautiful fall colors making it the perfect place to spend fall break. Some of our favorite viewing spots are Hawley Lake, Mount Baldy, Sunrise Mountain Resort and Alpine. After you spend the morning hiking, biking, boating or relaxing, be sure to come celebrate with fall festivities in Arizona's White Mountains towns. Come load up on corn, beer and crawfish at the Crawtober Fest in... Full story
"LET THERE BE LIGHT" -- Did you know that Lake Havasu City has more lighthouses than any other city in America? It's strange for a city in a landlocked state to boast such a thing, but it's true! We have 27 replica lighthouses lining our shores.... Full story
At Desert Botanical Garden, summer Saturday nights shine with Flashlight Tours, June 1-August 31. All ages will have a blast getting hands-on during this self-guided nocturnal adventure through the Garden. Check out the night-blooming plants, animals that come out after-dark plus grab some food and drink and chill out. • Dates: Saturdays through August 31 • Time: 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. • Location: Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008 • Phone: (480) 941-1225 • Website:... Full story
Dock boxes are wonderfully practical, but hefting tall or heavy equipment in and out can be a struggle. With Better Way Products' TR2, it's as easy as raising the lid and swinging open the hinged front door. It's ideal for everything from a 40-gallon trash bin to a standard scuba tank. Like all Better Way Products dock boxes, the TR2 is built in the USA with marine-grade fiberglass with an average thickness of 3/16". Sandwich core construction and protruded walls provide unsurpassed strength.... Full story
You Can Rent A Ramada For Small Or Large Groups Ramadas in city parks can be reserved for small or large groups, for an entire day or less. A reservation ensures your group of exclusive use of the ramada, and allows staff advance notice so that we can prepare for your group’s arrival. (We offer a 25 percent discount to City of Prescott residents.) • Ceremonial Pad Large Ramadas: Half Day (four hours or less) $150 Full Day (open to close) $300 • Medium Ramadas: Half Day (four hours or less)... Full story
CONGRATULATIONS! -- Jim Salscheider, former Lake Havasu Marine Association (LHMA) CEO and president (still chairman) was recently honored as Lake Havasu's Citizen of the Year. In addition to the award, a first-ever for the LHMA, Salscheider received a special commendation from Arizona Congressman Hon.Paul Gosar... Full story
Young anglers ages 6 through 15 are invited to compete in the 17th Annual Young Anglers' Tournament Saturday, August 10th at the Shelter Island Pier, located at 1776 Shelter Island Drive. Anglers of all levels of experience (or no experience) are welcome. The tournament is free to all participants. No fishing licenses are required. The tournament will feature a points system to allow for catch and release. Winners - one in each age category between six and 15 - will be determined by adding up... Full story
Anyone who's ever used a touchscreen knows how dirty it can get, even without fingers covered in hand cream or sunblock. A late night bucket of chicken brings smudging to a whole new level. Shurhold Industries offers Clean-N-Simple Tips for keeping valuable electronics-and almost anything else on the RV-looking their best. It's an aerosol spray that cleans, polishes and protects in one step, without any greasy residue. To avoid headaches later, lock the electronics screen being cleaned. This... Full story
JBL's new Apex Powersports Amplifiers from Prospec Electronics pack a high-performance punch, yet are small enough to fit into the palm of a hand. Easily hidden on a golf cart, motorcycle, ATV/UTV or boat, they're engineered and built to withstand outdoor extremes. The Class D Apex Series of amplifiers feature easy to use controls for fast and simple wiring. The lineup has small heat sinks so they're ideal for installation locations with size restrictions. They also substantially reduce weight c... Full story
Trailers Can Make Moving Your Vehicle Easy For many RV, UTV, and boat owners, summer means getting the toys out for the season. the season. But backing and steering them can be difficult to do without damaging something. With Parkit360's line of rechargeable electric trailer dollies, a single person can move up to 15,000 lbs. with absolute ease, maneuvering around obstacles and tight corners. And, because it can be parked tongue-end in, it's an incredible theft deterrent. Parkit360 makes three...
Publisher's Note - We first published this in 2016. Since then their products have only gotten better. Give them a try and tell them Jim & Carol sent you. Thank you. It is our pleasure to turn the spotlight on DeScale-It products in this issue. Not only does the company have many happy and satisfied customers, but also this is a local Arizona company, located in Tucson. The Descale-It ® Products Company is committed to producing effective, Earth-friendly products. For example, Descale-It... Full story
With a waterproof action camera, there's seemingly no limit to the incredible videos that can be recorded. The only limitation has been the length of an arm or flimsy selfie stick. With Shurhold Industries' Camera Adapter, a GoPro or Garmin VIRB quickly and securely attaches to any of the company's 11 different handles. Extending up to 9', it's easy to capture stunning new perspectives. Made from a high-performance polymer, the Camera Adapter is completely rustproof. Part of Shurhold's One Handl... Full story
Whether its home is on water, pavement, snow or a dirt trail, one of the first signs recreational equipment is aging is that its vinyl, leather, plastic or rubber is looking old and tired. Sun, heat, ozone, grime, suntan lotion and other contaminates all contribute to leaving them dirty, dry, brittle and faded. Vinyl and Leather Cleaner & Conditioner from Iosso Products is uniquely formulated to clean and refresh these surfaces. It leaves them looking and feeling like new and protected for... Full story
Bill Moos, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Director of Athletics, is making history with the likes of Pulitzer Prize writer Willa Cather, aviator Charles Lindbergh and former Nebraska Football Coach Tom Osborne. Moos, a descendant of Cherry County, Nebraska, homesteaders, is now featured on a Homestead Legacy Banner at Homestead National Monument of America's Education Center, along with such notables as Cather, Lindbergh, Osborne, singer Jewel Kilcher and scientist and inventor George Washington... Full story
Bull Riding - Roundup, Keith Morris, Saddle Bronc Spring Rodeo Is Set To Go In Payson, Ariz., In May The 33rd Annual Gary Hardt Memorial Rodeo takes place on Friday and Saturday, May 17 and 18 at the Payson Multi-Event Center on Highway 87 across from the Mazatzal Casino. Over 200 professional rodeo contestants are expected to compete for this year's event. Performances start at 7 p.m. each evening and the gates open at 5 p.m. for some pre-rodeo entertainment! Pre-Sale tickets for adults 12 to... Full story
Due to the difficulty of carrying large amounts of cooking fuel, campers often require their meals to cook in a short amount of time (5–20 minutes). Many campers prefer a 'just add boiling water' method of cooking, while others enjoy a more involved, and therefore, often higher quality meal. The amount of cooking time can be disregarded if campers are able to cook over a campfire; however, due to the possibility of a burn-ban being in place, campers do not often rely on this option. Here Are Som... Full story
