Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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November is also a month to express our gratitude. As John Anderson writes, dogs are a key to both hunting success and rewarding companionship. I second that as I have had the honor of living with dogs many years of my life and will always remember my first dog a little black English cocker spaniel - Sammy - who was an excellent hunter and my best friend growing up. This article is featured because it is bird-hunting season, and the best luck for a hunter will be to go into the field with a... Full story
November 4: Young Hunters Young hunters who want to learn all about waterfowl hunting are invited to attend the annual Pintail Slough Junior Waterfowl Camp, sponsored by the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) and Havasu National Wildlife Refuge. The camp will take place Jan. 6-8 (hunters check in Jan. 6) at Havasu National Wildlife Refuge. The deadline to register is Nov. 4. The event is limited to 18 hunters between ages 12 and 17 (each must be accompanied by an adult). No prior... Website
In Scottsdale,Ariz., just south of Thomas Road, there resides a community of cats tucked away in the back parking lot and alleyway of the VFW Post 3513. These cats live and lounge on three different three-and four-tiered cat houses brought in by caring members of the community. But when spooked, they disappear into their hiding places. It was just two years ago when VFW Post Auxiliary members, spearheaded by Senior Vice President Jim Allen, made it their mission to care for the growing cat... Full story
"Socialism only works in two places: Heaven, where they don't need it, and hell where they already have it." - Ronald Reagan "Here's my strategy on the Cold War: We win, they lose.' - Ronald Reagan "The most terrifying words in the English language are: I'm from the government and I'm here to help." - Ronald Reagan "The trouble with our liberal friends is not that they're ignorant; it's just that they know so much that isn't so." - Ronald Reagan "Of the four wars in my lifetime, none came about... Full story
Forestville, WI (November 2, 2022) – Women now account for 37 percent of anglers in the U.S., the highest level on record according to the Special Report on Fishing announced at ICAST 2022 by the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF) in collaboration with the Outdoor Foundation. 19.4 million women went fishing in 2021, an 8% increase in fishing outings since 2019. 1.6 million female participants were first timers. The total number of fishing outings for females in 2021 was 288 m... Full story
Capt. Ed Huntsman US Coast Guard Licensed Captain Member, US Sailing Safety at Sea Committee Why is safety such a hard sell? Why should water and boating safety officials across the country even have to try? Its always interesting that those most interested in the topic are rarely, if ever, those that would most benefit from learning about it and adopting the culture. As I sit here writing this article, I just finished reading a Coast Guard notification regarding a 65-year-old fisherman who... Full story
Significant discounts are available for Purple Heart recipients and disabled veterans. The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is proud to announce a special benefit for Arizona veterans who have received the Purple Heart medal. A Purple Heart recipient who has been an Arizona resident for at least one full year is eligible to purchase a state combination hunt and fish license for 50 percent off the standard price. This went into effect in late September. A Purple Heart recipient will be... Full story
Here are answers to frequent questions to help you plan your "Trip Back in Time". Open Rain Or Shine The Festival is open Saturdays and Sundays including Presidents' Day Monday 10 a.m-6 p.m. every event day, rain or shine. Mark your calendars for February 4-5, 11-12, 18-19-20, 25-26; March 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26, and April 1-2. What is the Renaissance Festival? The Renaissance Festival is a medieval outdoor amusement park, a 16-stage theatre, a 50-acre circus, an arts and crafts fair, a Jousti... Full story
It was cold, but the fishing was hot. By Margie Anderson We went out with Dave Prothe under the worst conditions. Roosevelt was the lowest I've ever seen it, and it was cold out. The water was dirty and there was a tournament going on. Prothe, however, seemed cheerful and optimistic. And with good reason, too -- the first fish he caught (before the sun was even over the horizon) was a largemouth that weighed at least four and a half pounds. This Is The Time "This is the time of year that the wat... Full story
PROGRAM PROJECT SPECIALIST 2 “Angler R3 Program Coordinator” INFORMATION, EDUCATION & RECREATION DIVISION / R3 BRANCH / PHOENIX, AZ BASED FLSA – Non-Exempt / SALARY GRADE 19 (hiring range $43,000 - $52,000) REQUISITION #511056 / CLOSING DATE: 12/05/2022 The Arizona Game and Fish Department is looking for a motivated, community minded, Program Coordinator capable of building collaboration and delivering successful results. The mission of the Arizona Game & Fish Department is to conserve Arizo... Full story