Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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SAN DIEGO―For centuries, sailor’s have honed their shipboard skills to the cadence of songs recounting the adventure, tragedy and romance of life at sea. These “sea chanteys” and the sailor’s life they describe, come to life aboard the Star of India. The Maritime Museum of San Diego, along with San Diego Folk Heritage, presents the 21st Annual Sea Chantey Fest on Sunday, August 11, 2013. The music begins at 11:00 a.m. and ends at 4:45 p.m. with a group finale. Best of all, the whole event is included with Maritime Museum admission at no extra... Full story
OLYMPIA - The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission will consider adopting 2013-14 hunting seasons for migratory waterfowl and additional protective measures for giant Pacific octopuses in Puget Sound during a public meeting Aug. 2-3 in Olympia. A public hearing is also scheduled to discuss several proposals to amend state wildlife interaction rules to incorporate measures from Washington’s Wolf Conservation and Management Plan and implement 2013 legislation. The commission, a citizen panel a... Full story
Action: Lake Wenatchee opens for sockeye salmon fishing. Effective date/time: Aug. 3, 2013, (one hour before official sunrise) until further notice. Species affected: Sockeye salmon Daily limit: Two sockeye, 12 inches in length or greater. Location: Lake Wenatchee (Chelan Co.) Reason for action: To date, more than 27,000 fish have made passage at Tumwater Dam on the Wenatchee River. About 30,000 total sockeye are projected with 7,000 estimated to be available for harvest above the natural... Full story
OLYMPIA - The final push in a decade-long effort to clear Puget Sound of derelict fishing nets within 105 feet of the surface will get under way later this year with funding approved by the Washington State Legislature. The state budget adopted last month provides $3.5 million for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) to complete the task in partnership with the Northwest Straits Foundation, which has led the net-removal effort since 2002. Since then, divers working for the... Full story
Action: Close 4.5 miles of the North Fork of the Stillaguamish River to all fishing, including catch-and-release fishing. Effective date: Aug. 5, 2013, through Sept. 30, 2013. Species affected: All game fish species. Location: Stillaguamish River from the Highway 530 bridge at Cicero upstream to the bridge at Oso (Oso Loop Road/221st Ave. SE). Reason for action: To protect summer steelhead holding in the North Fork of the Stillaguamish River below the mouth of Deer Creek. The concern is that... Full story
OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is seeking applicants for a five-member advisory board that will help develop a commercial seine fishery on the lower Columbia River. The application deadline is August 22, and the board’s first meeting could take place as early as September, according to Ron Roler, WDFW Columbia River policy coordinator. Roler said the department is creating the board to help implement a portion of the Columbia River Basin Salmon Management P... Full story
Action: The daily limit will change to 2 salmon in Area 2 (Westport) Effective Date: Aug. 4, 2013 Species affected: Chinook salmon Location: Catch Record Card Area 2 (Westport) Reason for action: Enough quota remains in Westport to allow the daily limit to include 2 chinook. Other information: Until August 4 the daily limit in the Westport area is 2 salmon, only one of which may be a chinook. Information Contact: Doug Milward 360-902-2739... Full story
OLYMPIA - Starting Sunday, Aug. 4, anglers fishing in ocean waters off Westport can keep up to two chinook salmon as part of their two-salmon daily limit. With that change, anglers will be allowed to keep two chinook per day in ocean waters off Westport (Marine Area 2), LaPush (Marine Area 3) and Neah Bay (Marine Area 4). Those fishing Marine Area 1 (Ilwaco) will continue to be limited to one chinook as part of their two-salmon daily limit. All ocean areas are open to salmon fishing seven days... Full story
Effective 01 August, 2013, the U. S. Coast Guard will terminate its radio guard of the international voice distress, safety and calling frequency 2182 kHz and the international digital selective calling (DSC) distress and safety frequency 2187.5 kHz. Additionally, marine information and weather broadcasts transmitted on 2670 kHz will terminate concurrently. The Coast Guard will continue to maintain a continuous watch on VHF FM channel 16 (156.8 MHz) and on existing voice and DSC frequencies in... Full story
8/2/13 ACTION NOTICE: NOAA Fisheries in consultation with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, and the Pacific Fishery Management Council, has taken in-season action to close the commercial troll salmon fishery in the area from the Oregon/California Border to Horse Mt., California. ACTION TAKEN: The commercial troll salmon fishery between the Oregon/California Border and Horse Mountain, California will close to all commercial troll salmon... Full story
Overview Windy weather and a morning-only bite foiled many boats going into the weekend, but a few managed to deck one or two tuna per rod out on the bluefin grounds. Some boats opted to fish for yellowtail, white seabass and halibut near islands. Here’s how Randy Toussaint of the Royal Star put it August 2: “We got off to a nice start with a grey bite for 40 bluefin but the rest of the day produced very little aside from a few flats (dorado) and small bluefin tuna. Overall, a down day for the... Full story
(Maricopa County) Join Maricopa County’s Parks and Recreation Department on Thursday, September 12 at 6 p.m. for an open house at Lake Pleasant Regional Park’s Operations Building as staff share the final draft of the parks Trails Master Plan. “As a fourth-generation Arizonan who has lived in the West Valley for many years, I’m really excited about this project! Currently, the park has two trails, Pipeline Canyon and Roadrunner. Combined, these trails are 2.8-miles in length. However, the dep... Full story
A series of parasail incidents resulting in fatalities and injuries have occurred over the last few years. Since 2006, there have been 11 deaths and 52 injuries as a result of parasailing activities. There have been several common factors in all of these incidents that are unique to parasailing. The following mnemonic 'Know Your ROPES' was designed to remind parasail operators of important safety issues that may help prevent future casualties: Remember that most parasail fatalities and injuries... Full story
There are a series of public meetings this week and next to get angler input on the 2014 sport halibut fishery and the 2015 and 2016 sport bottomfish (groundfish) fishery. These meetings are the opportunity for anglers to talk with ODFW about ideas they have for future fisheries. All meetings will start at 7 pm. They will be Tuesday, August 6 at the Tillamook ODFW office conference room, 4907 Third St. Tillamook Wednesday, August 7 at the Newport Holiday Inn Express , 135 SE 32nd St, Newport... Full story
Plotmaster is offering a Sales Promotion on their popular Plotmaster (Hunter Line) units and Tecomate's New Managers Line of Seed Products. NOW is a GREAT time to consider purchasing a Plotmaster unit and/or some Tecomate Seed for the upcoming fall planting season. For those of you who may not be familiar with Plotmaster products, they offer a full line of Food Plot Planting equipment and seed products. Their "all-in-one" planting machines, which can be pulled by ATVs, UTVs, and/or tractors are... Full story
The 2013 Quimby's Cruising Guide is the Ultimate Inland Boating Resource Cruising the rivers and waterways of mid-America is the inland boater's favorite pastime, and Quimby's covers 9,436 miles of water on 24 rivers and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. The 258-page, easy-to-use, spiral-bound book provides such essential information as: Where to get fuel, overnight dockage, supplies and repairs Facts on locks, towns, landmarks, museums, history and miscellany Tips on river boating and where to... Full story
An army of volunteers began arriving at sunup at Shelter Island pier, 1776 Shelter Island Drive, Saturday August 3rd. San Diego Sportfishing Council event coordinator Vic Gamboa led the team of volunteers provided by International Game Fish Association (IGFA), United Pier and Shore Anglers Club, San Diego Rod & Reel Club and San Diego Anglers. Staging for free 11th Annual Young Angler Tournament went quickly as the team performed like a well oiled machine. Registration of the 100 participating young anglers went quickly and each angler was... Full story
"Why Go: Sedona's dazzling red rocks are sure to impress even the most jaded traveler. Adventurous visitors savor the 100-plus hiking trails that grant spectacular views. Less active travelers can take in the vistas from the Chapel of the Holy Cross or go art shopping at Tlaquepaque."... Full story
Brighton, CO, July 2013-- Rio Grande Custom Grips www.riograndecustomgrips.com announces its move into National and International markets. For several years Rio Grande Custom Grips was known to a small and loyal following for their outstanding and beautifully executed illustrated handgun grips. The Company is pleased to announce new increased production capability to handle volume orders. So what is this so wonderful product about? Rio Grande Custom Grips produces a huge series of illustrated... Full story
With boating season in high gear it's a good time for a little refresher on pet friendly boating to ensure your little one is safe. Before hitting the high seas with your pet it's important to plan ahead and always keep the best interests of your four-legged friend in mind. Boating with your pet can be a wonderful and bonding experience or a not so pleasant one. It's all a function of proper planning and preparation. Be sure to take these necessary provisions to ensure that your pet's boat cruise is a happy and safe one. Identification Tag:... Full story
Richmond, Virginia's annual homage to purple martins, "Gone to the Birds," has been rescheduled for Aug. 24, simply because the birds, uh, aren't cooperating, organizers say.... 
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Verde Canyon Railroad is pleased to announce a great honor awarded by the State of Arizona. Train attendant, Fermin Estrada, a fan favorite on the train for more than a decade, has been honored with the Arizona Governor’s 2013 Spirit of Service tourism award in the Individual category. This well-deserved accolade was earned by Mr. Estrada for his many years of outstanding customer service. At the Arizona Governor’s Conference on Tourism in Tucson on July 11, Fermin was respected with a standing ovation as he was presented the Spirit of Ser... Full story
Grand Canyon, Ariz. – Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Dave Uberuaga has announced the availability of two prospectuses for business opportunities in the park, to provide lodging, food services, grocery stores, retail, transportation, mule rides, an RV campground, a service station and other services on the South Rim. The two prospectuses released today outline these business opportunities, describe the existing businesses, and provide details on how to submit responsive proposals for e... Full story
Lake Havasu City, AZ: Preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species throughout freshwater lakes and rivers of the western United States has become a high priority, especially on the lower Colorado River now infested with a growing population of quagga mussels. In response, the Lake Havasu Marine Association (LHMA), in cooperation with Arizona Game and Fish, developed and initiated a grass-roots plan, “Sticker A Mussel,” to raise awareness and educate boaters on how to prevent con... Full story
For Doru your help can’t come soon enough. He’s trapped in a tiny cage at a rundown zoo in Romania. Each and every day is the same. Sitting listlessly on the bare concrete floor. Staring through the metal bars. The World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) needs you to help rescue bears like Doru by entering our Big Bear Raffle today. We must act now. Every raffle ticket you buy could be a ticket to freedom for a bear like Doru who has known nothing but captivity and suffering their entire life. Every raffle ticket you buy today could... Full story
