Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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The Arizona State Senate confirmed law-enforcement veteran James S. Zieler as the newest member to serve on the Arizona Game and Fish Commission. "It is an honor to be selected to serve on the Arizona Game and Fish Commission," said Zieler of St. Johns. "I look forward to serving and will do my best to enhance the Department's mission toward protecting and conserving wildlife within Arizona." Zieler currently works with the Salt River Project as supply chain manager, operations and maintenance... Full story
The Reel Deal Spring fishing is here in all its bedding-bass, crisp-morning glory. Yet the vernal equinox, or the first day of spring when the Earth is neither inclined toward, nor away, from the sun, isn't until Friday, March 20. And the summer trout stocking schedule just came out. Read all about where trout are being stocked in a lake near you. This week's full moon has coincided with consistent, warm weather. The result? Springtime spawning conditions for largemouth bass have graced the... Full story
HANGING OUT – Kelsee Haws, an enthusiastic outdoors woman and firefighter captain at Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology, is shown "hanging out" at Devil's Bridge, Sedona. She recommends a beautiful 1.8-mile hike in the Red Rock country to this beautiful, year-round destination -- just a short drive west of Highway 89A. Her comment: " "Join in the fun up in Sedona and have an adventure of your own"!... Full story
GO WILD FOR FLOWERS – Ahh -- spring is in the air! Along with the warm temperatures comes the chance to view Mother Nature at her finest as she carpets the desert floor with an array of beautiful colors. While some may curse the allergies the wildflowers bring, others are gleefully grabbing their cameras and heading outside to capture photos before they disappear. "We encourage everyone to visit our county parks during this wildflower season," said Maricopa County Supervisor Chairman Steve C... Full story
Arizona State Parks will be on your 2015 Income Tax Return Form 140 for the first time! Taxpayers are able to make a voluntary contribution to Arizona State Parks from their Arizona tax refund. "For the first time you can make a donation on your Arizona State tax form," said Executive Director Sue Black. "Giving a few extra dollars can create a lasting legacy for the State Parks, trails and historic sites." According to the "Arizona We Want 2.0" report, an Arizona 2009 Gallup Poll stated that... Full story
Join us for the annual historic re-enactment of an Arizona Civil War skirmish, Battle of Picacho Pass, and the New Mexico battles of Glorieta and Val Verde at "Civil War in the Southwest" at Picacho Peak State Park. The three re-enactments will take place on Saturday, March 21 and will be repeated on Sunday, March 22 Activities will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days but gates will open at 9:30 a.m. and no further entry is allowed after 3 p.m.... Full story
G'day from Fremantle, Australia! "Shipwrecked on the small Caribbean island of Petite Silhouette after the Great War, Australian sailor Jack McLeod makes a new life as a bootlegger, island trader, ship builder, and family man. But storm clouds are looming on the horizon. WWII sees the West Indies become a battleground between the Allied Forces and the marauding U-boats of Nazi Germany. Embroiled in espionage and intrigue, the crew of the schooner ROULETTE must call upon all of their skill and... Full story
The 68-foot Alen Yacht combines the elegant social spaces of a cruising yacht with the fun of a day boat. Designed for the owner of the 184-foot Panthalassa ketch, designed by Foster + Partners in 2009, it shares a similarly refined palette of materials and features one master suite and generous entertaining space at the prow – this arrangement is highly flexible and subsequent yachts in the series can be specified with up to three cabins. The fast, agile motor yacht can travel at up to 45 k... Full story
The highly anticipated Cabo Marine Show sails back into the Cabo San Lucas Marina for its sixth straight year this May 14, 15, and 16, 2015. The three-day boat show and marine products expo has become a must-attend event for enthusiasts and industry leaders. "Last year, we had great yachts on display with vendors such as United Yacht Sales, Hallmark Yachts and Emerald Pacific Yachts, just to name a few. We also had the pleasure of exhibiting beautiful sport fishing vessels and yachts from local... Full story
YUMA, ARIZONA - Want to add some sizzle to your spring? Head to the world's sunniest city for a festival that celebrates the hot and tasty in both food AND music. Tejano favorites the Kumbia King AllStarz headline the evening concert at the Yuma Tunes & Tacos Festival April 11 on the green grass of Desert Sun Stadium (1280 W. Desert Sun Drive). But as in any authentic taqueria, there are lots of free garnishes to go with the 'carne' of the ticketed concert, so come early and load up: The taco... Full story
OLYMPIA - The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission is scheduled to take action on proposed changes to state hunting rules for deer, elk, upland birds and other game species at a public meeting April 9-10 in Tumwater. Proposals for the 2015 hunting season include adding two days to the modern firearms season for mule deer, shifting to a later start for the archery elk season and doubling the amount of spring bear permits available in northeast Washington. Proposed changes are available for... Full story
OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will reopen two boat launches and nearly 20 miles of the remaining shoreline above the Wanapum reservoir to public use April 1, when water levels will be restored to normal levels. Sunland Estates and Yo Yo Rock boat ramps near Vantage were among dozens of recreational sites closed to public access over the past year after the Grant County Public Utility District lowered water levels 26 feet to repair a fractured spillway at... Full story
Action: Opens Cases Pond to fishing by juvenile anglers (under 15 years of age). Effective dates: April 11 through April 19, 2015. Species affected: All game fish. Location: Cases Pond (Pacific County) Reasons for action: The opener will allow additional fishing opportunity for young anglers on Cases Pond during spring break for local school districts. Cases Pond is an "Opening Day" lake regulated for juvenile anglers only. Cases Pond will re-open Saturday, April 25, 2015. Other information:... Full story
San Diego—The Silver Gate Yacht Club will be hosting the 27th running of America’s Schooner Cup Charity Regatta in San Diego Bay on Saturday, March 28. The Maritime Museum’s tall ship Californian, will be participating in the race. Proceeds from this annual event benefit the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS)which is a civilian organization that provides support to active duty and retired Sailors, Marines and their families in time of need. Over the years American’s Schooner Cup has rai... Full story
Embarcadero- A two day celebration for kids and adults will include kids costume contests, carnival games, cannon firings, weapon demonstrations, sword fights, live parrots and scavenger hunt for pirate treasure. Tickets are $16 for adults and $8 for kids 3-12, kids 2 and under are free which includes admission to the museum and all pirate activities. Kids and adults who wear pirate or mermaid costumes to the event will receive a $2 admission discount. Adults carrying replica weapons must have them peace tied. A 45 minute Historic Bay Cruise... Full story
Dr. Raymond Ashley, President/CEO of the San Diego Maritime Museum, issued the following statement announcing the postponement of the San Salvador launch. Thank you for your support of the Maritime Museum of San Diego and the San Salvador project. More than any other icon, the San Salvador has become the embodiment of California’s origin story. The voyage of 1542, with Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo at the helm, established California as one of the places in America’s landscape where we can say our... Full story
London, England, March 30, 2015 – 179W. One year ago today, those exact coordinates were transmitted from Andrew Taylor's McMurdo automatic identification system man-overboard (AIS MOB) device to crew members aboard the Clipper Round the World Race yacht Derry~Londonderry~Doire. The story behind the Clipper 2013-14 Race and his dramatic rescue from the rough seas of the North Pacific are the subject of a new book by Taylor, 179W – One Seven Nine West, being released today at a book launch eve... Full story
PHOENIX—Arizona is a “wildfire state,” which is another way of saying our state has a history of destructive wildfires. In the past five years alone, large wildfires have burned over 850,000 acres and caused $100s of millions in damages. While there is no way of knowing where or when the next big wildfire will spark, there are scientifically-proven ways to protect lives and property in the whole community. “It’s hard to exaggerate the threat of wildfire in Arizona or the importance of preparing... Full story
The Arizona Game and Fish Department has made the 2015 fall hunt recommendations for deer, turkey, javelina, bighorn sheep, buffalo, bear, mountain lion, and predators and furbearers available for review at www.azgfd.gov/huntguidelines. The department also has scheduled a series of six “open houses” for its constituents to review and ask questions about the proposed recommendations. The open houses will be conducted at the following Game and Fish regional offices: • Tuesday, March 31: 3-5 p.m.,... Full story
When the Ben Avery Shooting Facility's main range opens bright and early June 4, recreational shooters will zero in on several improvements: An earthen berm that serves as a backstop for 67 shooting stations that will be higher, more level and -- most important -- safer. New LED light fixtures that will brightly shine above every shooting station. A 3-inch layer of closed-cell polyurethane foam insulation on the underside of the steel canopy that will provide sound dampening. In order to... Full story
With almost 80 entries, roughly a dozen more than last year, Les Voiles de St. Barth will see a record level of participation this year. The event, scheduled for its sixth edition April 13-18, has become one of the more important events on the Caribbean sailing circuit, mixing good-vibes racing with stylish shore-side pursuits on the delightfully small yet enormously sophisticated French island of Saint-Barthélemy (aka St. Barth). “With lots of cooperation from many, many people we have been ab... Full story
The Arizona Game and Fish Department has completed its 2015 hunt draw for elk and pronghorn antelope. The results are available by visiting https://az.gov/azgfd/draw/home.xhtml and scrolling down to "View results and bonus points," or viewing them on your portal account. You also can call the department at (602) 942-3000 and press "2." By the numbers: 25,932: The total number of permit-tags issued. 150,915: The total number of those who applied for hunts or bonus points. 111,588: The total... Full story
Today, athletes are arriving in New Zealand's Capital City of Wellington for the 19th World Water Ski Racing Championships. The NZWSRA, which runs all races here, is hosting the event which will take place on Wellington's two centrally located harbour courses at Evans Bay and Oriental Bay. For spectators, these provide outstanding views of all the high speed action on the water. A total of nine current and past World Water Ski Racing Champions will compete with athletes from Australia, Austria,... Full story
Rolex’s European yachting season commences in mid-June with the Giraglia Rolex Cup which includes the Mediterranean’s oldest offshore race. The competition is a treasured part of Rolex’s association with sailing, encapsulating the sport’s noble values and the spirit of fair play and bonheur that unites all of Rolex’s yachting events. A winning format The Giraglia Rolex Cup celebrates its 63rd edition in 2015. Following a first leg from Sanremo (starting on Friday, 12 June) the fleet will gath... Full story
It was an extraordinary weekend at the 43rd World Cup Stop of the International Waterski & Wakeboard Federation (IWWF). For the fourth time, the City of Mandurah included Wakeboard and Waterski Jump in their Action Sports Games. With dolphins, pelicans and over 100,000 spectators on site plus athletes from 21 countries, this turned out to be a very different competition. Three World Champions were destined this weekend not to take top honors at the Mandurah World Cup! Only one would succeed.... Full story
