Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!

Articles from the October 1, 2024 edition


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  • On The Cover October 2024

    Carol L Allen, Editor

    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

  • Downstream Events Calendar October 2024

    Carol L Allen, Editor

    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

  • How The Arrival Of Autumn Changes Boating

    Oct 1, 2024

    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

  • 100 Bison Successfully Relocated From Grand Canyon's North Rim

    GCNP|Oct 1, 2024

    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

  • BoatUS Foundation

    Boat US|Oct 1, 2024

    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

  • BoatUS Magazine Wins 8 Awards

    Boat US|Oct 1, 2024

    Boating Writers International, the professional association for writers, editors, publishers, bloggers, photographers and videographers in the recreational boating and fishing industries, bestowed eight awards on BoatUS Magazine staff and contributors earlier this year. The award recognized the best marine writing and content to winners across 16 categories. Recipients were awarded a plaque noting their "excellence in creating compelling stories about boating through entertaining, educational an... Full story

  • AZGFD Fall Raffle Launches With Bonus Tags

    AZGFD|Oct 1, 2024

    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

  • Shaping Up For The Great Outdoors

    Margie Anderson, Outdoors Editor|Oct 1, 2024

    Does trudging up the ramp to fetch your truck and trailer leave you huffing and puffing? What about throwing a jerkbait all day long – can your arm take it? How about your last pre-fish? Did you find yourself missing out on some opportunities because you just didn't have it in you to stand on the trolling motor for another hour? To get into better shape for your next fishing trip, start now. If you want to maximize your enjoyment of the outdoors, getting and staying fit should be a priority. T... Full story

  • AZGFD Credit Card Deadline Update

    AZGFD|Oct 1, 2024

    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...

  • "Red Dawn"

    Tom Cole Marine Retired, Special Features Writer|Oct 1, 2024

    In this time of political upheaval, global unrest and uncertainty many people today speculate that we may be heading towards WW III or a civil war. In many ways it seems like we're headed that way, but could we already be readying this conflict or prep'ing for it? Could be! Let's take a look. Weapons Of Today The weapons of today are very technical; however, many are overlooked. Everything is weaponized. . Communications companies are being bought up by billionaires on both sides of the politica... Full story

  • AZGFD Celebrates Delisting Of Apache Trout

    AZGFD|Oct 1, 2024

    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

  • GCNRA Accepting Public Comment

    NPS|Oct 1, 2024

    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

  • District 4 2024 Boxes for Troops Event

    Carol L Allen

    Donate Needed Items Please send address' for Soldiers serving overseas to actad2@hotmail.com... Full story

  • Boo!

    Margie Anderson, Outdoors Editor|Oct 1, 2024

    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

  • AZGFC Announces Recipients Of This Year's Awards

    AZGFD

    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

  • Arizona State Parks One More For The Road

    Arizona State Parks|Oct 1, 2024

    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

  • Are You A Winner?

    Carol L Allen

    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

  • MAM Is For Veterans And Their Families

    WOT

    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

  • Freedom Ride

    Chelsi Reynolds

    STARTING STAGING AREA HAS CHANGES PLEASE READ AND SHARE!!! MAIN Staging area has changed to Dillons Western Trails ranch. We had to per Peoria PD! It was not our choice:( 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 This will be the staging area to start and ending rally party! Remember you can join the Train at any point and and come to the ending rally! THE MAP WILL BE POSTED MONDAY AM, when ADOT POSTS CLOSURES. Staging and line up starts at 9:00am, we will get in our cars for line up around 10:45am, and start the train drive around 11am! Always join u... Full story