Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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(Phoenix, AZ - July 1, 2015) - Get away from the sizzling temperatures and make a splash at one your State Parks on the Fourth of July weekend. Cool down and relax by swimming, water-skiing, boating, canoeing, fishing or kayaking. Wherever your adventure takes you, we hope to see you exploring at one of your Arizona State Parks. Although there are many things you can experience at a State Park, here are the top picks of some fun things to do with your family this weekend. The Top 10 things to... Full story
OLYMPIA - The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission approved a new management policy designed to restore depleted runs of wild, natural-origin chinook salmon in Willapa Bay during a public meeting June 12-13 in Olympia. The commission, a citizen panel appointed by the Governor to set policy for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), also approved several land transactions and a proposal to reopen fisheries for some flatfish in portions of two bays in Hood Canal. Developed over... Full story
(Phoenix, AZ - July 9, 2015) - Arizona State Parks is offering Wilderness First Responder (WFR) scholarships for a Wilderness First Responder course taking place in Flagstaff. The funds for the scholarships will be taken from the federal Recreational Trails Program (RTP). Interested participants must complete an application and submit it to Arizona State Parks by the deadline on Thursday, July 30, 2015 at 5 p.m. The WFR is the perfect course for anyone working in a position of leadership in an... Full story
July 8th, 2015 San Diego California-"Shake Rattle and Troll Outdoors" takes possession of a 42' Grand Banks Trawler. The vessel is of mid 1970's vintage and powered by twin 135 HP Lehman diesels. The vessel originally was being retro fitted by Challenged America to cater to physically challenged military veterans for deep sea fishing adventures. Don McDowell host of the 15 year running "Shake, Rattle & Troll" Radio will complete the rehabilitation of the Grand Banks continuing the mission of... Full story
Alexandria, VA – July 8, 2015 - Six members of the American Sportfishing Association (ASA) were elected or re-elected to fill three regional seats and three at-large seats on the board of directors. Their terms begin October 1, 2015, and they will serve two-year terms. ASA’s board members may serve three, consecutive two-year terms. Regional seats went to: South Central Region – Jeff Pontius, president, ZEBCO Brands, Tulsa, Oklahoma (reelected) Southeast Region – Aledia Hunt Tush, preside... Full story
KINGMAN, Ariz. – The message has been clear and concise: stop feeding wildlife. The Arizona Game and Fish Department has been informing people for years about the dangers of feeding wildlife. Last week, Mohave County Parks reported that two youths suffered minor injuries that likely were the result of elk seeking human food. The encounter, which took place in Hualapai Mountain Park, involved a family at a picnic table. A group of elk approached the family and encircled the table. The two y... Full story
PHOENIX - Arizona Game and Fish video producer David Majure recently received five Excellence in Craft Awards from the Outdoor Writers Association of America. Majure was recognized for his work on the department's Arizona Wildlife Views TV show and received the following awards in the TV/Video contest categories: First Place - Hunting/Shooting Sports Category, "Kids and Wild Gobblers" First Place - Conservation Category, "Arizona's Endangered Mexican Wolf" First Place (tie) - Family... Full story
PHOENIX – The Arizona Game and Fish Department, together with the Wildlife for Tomorrow Foundation, will induct four individuals and one organization into the Arizona Outdoor Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will take place during the 18th annual Arizona Outdoor Hall of Fame Banquet on Saturday, Aug. 22, at the Chaparral Suites Scottsdale, 5001 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85250. The inductees for this year’s event include: Longtime U.S. Senator John McCain has worked arduously for... Full story
PHOENIX – How would you like to hunt any of Arizona's 10 big game species for 365 days almost anywhere in the state? Then enter the 10th annual “Arizona Big Game Super Raffle,” where a hunter truly can win the hunt of a lifetime. But hurry! The deadline to order raffle tickets online is 10 p.m. (MST) Sunday, July 12. The Arizona Game and Fish Commission awards the Arizona Big Game Super Raffle a total of 10 Special Big Game Tags, one for each of the state’s big game species -- bighorn sheep,... Full story
PHOENIX — The Arizona Game and Fish Department will hold a life jacket exchange event from 10 a.m. to noon Sunday, July 12 at Canyon Lake. Boaters with tattered and worn ski-vest type III lifejackets can exchange them for new ones at the lake, about 15 miles northeast of Apache Junction, until noon or while supplies last. A similar life jacket exchange event will be held Sunday, July 19 at Saguaro Lake. “This is a great opportunity to keep ourselves and the people we care about safe,” said... Full story
NEWPORT, R.I. (July 5, 2015) – With 2,800 miles to sail and just two boats on the starting line, a conservative start would seem like the smart play. But for the 63-foot trimaran Paradox, owned by Peter Aschenbrenner and skippered by Jeff Mearing, the start of the multihull class in the Transatlantic Race 2015 offered up a wondrous opportunity to throw a little mud in the eye of Lloyd Thornburg’s Phaedo3, the 70-foot MOD 70 trimaran that is the odds-on favorite to take overall line honors in... Full story
Grand Canyon, Ariz. – Last evening, Friday, July 3, a park ranger responded to a report of a hiker in distress on the North Kaibab Trail. When the ranger arrived on scene, bystanders had already attempted resuscitation efforts without success. No additional information is available at this time. An investigation into the incident is being conducted by the National Park Service in coordination with the Coconino County Medical Examiner.... Full story
Grand Canyon, Ariz. – The National Park Service invites the public to celebrate Western Arts Day 2015, Saturday, July 11, on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Western Arts Day celebrates the unique culture that defines Grand Canyon, Northern Arizona, and Southern Utah. The celebration starts at noon at the Grand Canyon Lodge. Activities will take place at the auditorium and the grassy square east of the lodge. Afternoon presentations include western arts and crafts such as saddle m... Full story
The Maritime Museum of San Diego has received a $5 million donation from Dan McKinney, a long-time Museum supporter. The gift will fund new improvements at the Museum to make it more immersive for visitors, including a floating gateway structure that will welcome people and showcase the natural beauty of the Bayfront. In appreciation for the major donation, County Supervisor Greg Cox will present a proclamation to Mr. McKinney’s family members proclaiming Dan McKinney Day July 15, 2015. This c... Full story
SAN DIEGO―Set sail to the beautiful waters surrounding Catalina Island aboard the schooner, Californian. Sailing aboard the Californian offers an opportunity to step into the past and experience the romance of tall ship sailing. As an active member of the crew you will take your turn standing watch, hauling lines, manning the helm and perhaps going aloft. Trips are designed for those with an adventurous spirit, a robust nature and a passion for the sea. Trip includes a kayaking component. Food,... Full story
OLYMPIA—While major hunting seasons are closed in summer, hunter education courses continue to run throughout the state. Now is the time to enroll in hunter education and avoid the autumn rush, said David Whipple, hunter education division manager for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW). “As fall hunting seasons draw near, seats in these courses fill quickly,” Whipple said. “Hunters who complete the course this summer will be ready to take to the field in the fall.” All hunte... Full story
OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is seeking public input on the selection of at least three Puget Sound rivers where hatchery steelhead would not be released by the department in an additional effort to conserve wild fish. WDFW will designate at least one wild steelhead management zone or "gene bank" in each of three Puget Sound regions: Hood Canal and Strait of Juan de Fuca; Central and South Puget Sound; North Puget Sound (North Cascades rivers). Studies have... Full story
OLYMPIA - State fishery managers are taking steps to protect fish that are affected by drought conditions, and are asking anglers to do their part as well. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has restricted some fishing opportunities and will need to restrict others. In addition, the department will likely release some hatchery fish early and transport salmon and steelhead that are unable to make it upstream to spawning grounds. This year's low snowpack and warm weather have... Full story
OLYMPIA - Eighteen lucky hunters will have an opportunity to hunt for deer this fall on the 6,000-acre Charles and Mary Eder unit of the Scotch Creek Wildlife Area in northeastern Okanogan County. Hunters can submit an application for the "limited-entry" deer hunt on the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife's (WDFW) website at http://wdfw.wa.gov/hunting/permits/scotchcreek/ or by contacting the WDFW northcentral region office at (509) 754-4624 or headquarters at (360) 902-2515. The... Full story
OLYMPIA – State fishery managers have stocked King County’s Morton Lake with trout months ahead of schedule due to drought conditions. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) recently released the 1,500 rainbow trout, averaging one pound each, into Morton Lake near Kent. Typically, WDFW stocks the lake in October. This year’s drought, however, has reduced water flows at the department’s Soos Creek Hatchery, to levels that won’t support holding these trout until October. “While th... Full story
OLYMPIA – For the past year, wildlife biologists at the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) have been preparing for the summer grazing season when wolves are most likely to encounter livestock in eastern Washington. Stationed from Okanogan to the Blue Mountains, a team of “wildlife conflict” specialists has been working with ranchers to help them protect their livestock, while field biologists capture and fit wolves with radio-collars to improve state monitoring efforts. That... Full story
6TH ANNUAL Jazz Summit Musicians: Phil Norman Tentet, Carl Saunders, Gary Hobbs, Jennifer Leitham, Kim Richmond, Dennis Rowland, Ralna English, Scott Whit eld, Ginger Berglund, Mike Vax, Tony Vacca, Je Colella, Jack Petersen, Selwyn Reams, Peggy Vax, Larry Kantor. Youth Band: The Prescott High School Jazz Ensemble Jazz Student of the Year: Jonah Howard Festival Information and Ticket Ordering: www.prescottjazz.com Festival Information: 928.830.2462 Tickets on sale at the Prescott Chamber of... Full story
Richmond, VA, July 14, 2015 - Colonial Shooting Academy, the largest indoor shooting range in the country, and Gunsite Academy, the developer of the modern technique of the pistol and the world's oldest & largest firearms training organization, have announced an exclusive partnership that will bring Gunsite's classes to Colonial Shooting Academy in Richmond, VA. "We are proud to add Gunsite's world-class firearms training course to what we believe is the best indoor range in the country," said... Full story
Location: Cave Creek Ranger District of the Tonto National Forest Maricopa County, Arizona North and east of Bronco Trailhead, east of Forest Service Road 24; three miles southwest of Humboldt Mountain Lookout Start Date: July 16, 2015, reported at approximately 12:45 p.m. Size: Approximately 400 Acres Percent contained: 0% Cause: Under investigation Vegetation: Grass, brush, pinyon pine, and juniper Growth Potential: moderate Summary: Fire was reported at approximately 12:45 pm by a member of t... Full story
(Phoenix, AZ - July 17, 2015) - The Arizona State Parks Board is seeking motorized and non-motorized recreation enthusiasts, and scientists from throughout Arizona to serve as volunteer advisors. Currently, there are ten (10) openings for three advisory boards including the Arizona State Committee On Trails (ASCOT) and the Natural Areas Program Advisory Committee (NAPAC). The Parks Board will make appointments in November 2015 for positions beginning January 1, 2016. Applications for all... Full story
