Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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First, we thank Mike Ferring of the Arizona Yacht Club for the cover and other photos, plus his coverage of the AYC Birthday Regatta and Leukemia Cup. It is always a well-deserved source of pride that this Leukemia Cup is the first of the year. Second, as we sail into the holiday season, all of us at Western Outdoor Times/Arizona Boating And Watersports join in wishing you - our readers, advertisers, contributors, staff, family and friends - wonderful, safe, and happy together times ahead. As... Full story
In September 2005, our Publisher Jim Allen and Editor Carol Allen delivered the first copies of issue number one of Arizona Boating & Watersports. Jim drove the papers - in an old 1973 Dodge Balboa motor home - from San Diego, Calif., where the couple lived on their boat at the time, to our Arizona "land home". That was 13 years ago! And now, as we enter our 14th year of publication, we look forward to continuing this journey with you - our supportive advertisers, contributors, readers, and... Full story
I had the privilege this past week of touring Lake Pleasant in the company of Congressman Paul Gosar. Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S., is serving his fourth term in Congress as the Representative from Arizona's Fourth Congressional District. First elected in 2010, he came to Congress with no prior political experience. Gosar believes that the Constitution is the cornerstone of our Republic, and always pursues policies that allow for more individual liberty and less government involvement. -... Full story
Shake, Rattle & Troll Radio Is Nationally Syndicated Via SB Nation Shake, Rattle & Troll Radio is Nationally Syndicated via SB Nation covering 36 states and broadcasting in over 100 markets. Shake, Rattle & Troll (SRT) Radio, hosted by Don McDowell, and co-hosted by John Koleszar (JK), has been broadcasting in the Phoenix, Ariz., area for over 17 years. Local popularity, focus on fishing, hunting and conservation issues are now being offered nationally through SB Nation. SRT Radio is a program t... Full story
Arizona Boating & Watersports - On The Cover, April 2018 Thanks to Bob Brown, Media Direction, for sharing this uplifting reminder that it is boating season again in the Southwest. The lovely boat "captain" pictured welcomes us and suggests we get on board and enjoy all that boating offers - not only to beautiful destinations but also to activities such as fishing, boat camping, various water sports, shows, and/or simply a day away from the stress of city life. Just look at the highlights on... Full story
While many parts of the country are shoveling snow and driving snow mobiles, in the desert areas of the Southwest, others are readying their craft for a new year of boating pleasure. Soon, two popular expos will showcase - among other outdoor activities -boating models and accessories. As the fun on the water begins, it is vitally important to remember "safety first" so that 2018 has zero-to-very few boating accidents. To this end, we highly recommend one of the safety courses listed on page 3... Full story
The 2018 International Sportsmen's Expo and Arizona Boat Show, March 23-26 at WestWorld of Scottsdale, welcomes the return of the wildly popular DockDogs® competition. This international competition offers three disciplines: Big Air®, Extreme Vertical®, and Speed Retrieve®. DockDogs® welcomes any breed, any mix and any size dog to its Dock Diving® family. Rules and entry information will be posted at DockDogs.com by mid-January. The 18th annual International Sportsmen's E... Full story
Jim and Carol L. Allen, Publisher and Editor Carol and I wish you all a great new year. Angela Ogden, Production Manager Arizona Boating & Watersports News Magazine / Western Outdoor Times would like to introduce you to one of the best graphic designers in the business. Angela Ogden has a B.A. in graphic design from Point Loma University, San Diego, CA (1988). She has worked on newspapers and magazines and added her freelance work in 2005. Angela is based in Oklahoma and has clientele all over... Full story
• For the joys of the holiday season, • For the love of family and friends, • For the beauty of our outdoors, • For the chance to boat, hunt, fish, camp, and travel in this incredible Southwest, • For the activities and events that celebrate our past, present, and future, • For our natural resources and those who work to conserve them, and • For the New Year with its possibilities for good health and happiness. We at Arizona Boating & Watersports/Western Outdoor Times add our gratitude for... Full story
For All Your Cleaning And Descaling Needs SEASPOTS GONE keeps boats, jet skis, RVs, and other water sports equipment's shining and calcium free. Boat, RV and water sport lovers love SEASPOTS GONE with its proven ability to remove stubborn water spots, scale build-up and soils from the surfaces of theirwater craft and sports equipment. Its ability to work with both fresh and salt water, without scratching or clouding surfaces has made this product's popularity grow. SEASPOTS GONE is the product... Full story
As the giving season approaches, there is a special program that assures that those who are serving our country are not forgotten: "Packages from Home". Generally, the smaller, travel sizes of hygiene and food supplies are recommended. Some of the items that our service members particularly appreciate receiving are the following: • Hygiene Supplies such as foot or body powder, hand sanitizer, eye drops, lip balm, sunscreen, deodorant (not anti-prespirant), lotions, shampoo and conditioner (... Full story
The 18th annual International Sportsmen's Expo has announced new activities for the March 22-25 event at WestWorld in Scottsdale. Already the state's largest annual show spotlighting fishing, hunting, boating and outdoor gear and destinations, the 2018 Expo will include DockDogs, the most-popular tour of water-jumping dogs. "WestWorld's vast outdoor space makes that possible," said John Kirk, Expo director of communications. "We've also expanded our Wilderness Camp, hosted by Scottsdale-based... Full story
As the giving season and the special time we honor our veterans approaches, there is a special program that assures that those who are serving our country are not forgotten: "Packages from Home". Generally, the smaller, travel sizes of hygiene and food supplies are recommended. Some of the items that our service members particularly appreciate receiving are the following: • Hygiene Supplies such as foot or body powder, hand sanitizer, eye drops, lip balm, sunscreen, deodorant (not a... Full story
As autumn arrives, followed by the holidays, and spring is not far behind, the outdoors events are already filling our calendars. Just ahead is “Monster Storm” in October, then the November “Sixth Annual Sand/Water/RV Expo (cover photo), and before we know it, the beautiful lighted boats will be plying the waters in Christmas parades. And, as 2018 gets underway, one of the Southwest favorites, the International Sportsmen’s Exposition and Arizona Boat Show®, will highlight March. We at Arizona... Full story
The Southwest's largest fishing, hunting, boating and travel consumer show, the International Sportsmen's Exposition and Arizona Boat Show® (ISE), will fill WestWorld's North Hall, giant Multi-Use Tent and the 10 acres of outside space. Show dates are March 22-25, 2018. All the Valley's top marine dealers have signed on to present more than 100 sport, pleasure and fishing boats, plus a houseboat at the Valley's only boat show. Marinas and marine-accessory exhibitors will expand the products... Full story
'Working on guns is a very interesting skill to learn, and a very satisfying process to become involved in.' Following is their chapter of completion, the conclusion of this fascinating project. Editor's Note: We at Arizona Boating & Watersports sincerely appreciate these two gunsmiths' sharing their story of and passion for rebuilding vintage guns. (Personally, I also appreciate the guidance given by retired Chief Mike Berger to our granddaughter Kelsee Haws while she was a student at Central... Full story
Johnny Johnson is one of the best-known and best-loved fishermen in Arizona. With his popular television show Fishing With Johnny Johnson http://fishingwithjohnnyjohnson.com/ and his trademark hee-hee-hee laugh, he has made thousands of fans. At the recent Wild West Bass Team Championship, crowds of people jumped up and ran over to take photos the minute his truck and boat came into view. He has a way with kids and never turns them down when they ask for a photo with him. We once fished with him... Full story
There's no better way to beat the Arizona summer heat than spending time on or in the cool waters of Roosevelt Lake. Cruising on a pontoon or house boar, jet skiing, speed boating, kayaking, sailing, fishing, swimming – it's all great lake fun. What makes the fun even better? Knowing everyone is being safe while on the water. Knowledge of boating safety is essential for any boat owner or water sports enthusiast. Luckily, the information isn't hard to find. The Arizona Game and Fish Department (A... Full story
JANUARY: AYC Birthday Regatta and Leukemia Cup AZGFD Awards Banquet Great Canadian Picnic LA Boat Show San Diego Sunroad Boat Show FEBRUARY: Arizona Game & Fish Expo Bass Master Cruising Season Groundhog Day Mardi Gras Presidents’ Day Valentine’s Day MARCH: Ash Wednesday Dana Point Festival of Whales Daylight Savings Time Dragon Boat Festival Fred Hall Fishing Tackle and Boat Show - Long Beach - San Diego International Sportsmen’s Expo and Arizona Boat Show Lucas Oil Drag Boat Racing Saint... Full story
If one were to fill a "bucket list" with all the Watersports he or she would like to try, it would no doubt overflow. Have you ever stopped to consider how many ways - besides traditional boating, waterskiing, wakeboarding, fishing, and swimming - there are to enjoy the water. Starting just with categories, we have "in the water (e.g., snorkeling and water polo), "on the water (e.g., cable skiing, body boarding)", "under water (e.g., diving and spear fishing)", to name just a few. That list... Full story
The Memorial Day Weekend is just around the corner, which means it's time to kick-off Arizona's Boating Season! So, break out your boat and plan for a packed summer of lake fun at Roosevelt Lake Marina with your family and friends! One-Of-A-Kind Fun The desert oasis at Roosevelt Lake is less than two-hours from Phoenix, but when you arrive, you feel like you are worlds away. In fact, Roosevelt Lake is known as Arizona's Boating Paradise, and with water levels higher than they've been in years,... Full story
San Diego, April 9, 2017 - The Port of San Diego's 39th Annual Day at The Docks – FREE West Coast public celebration of sportfishing will take place on Sunday April 9, 2017 from 9 AM to 5 PM. The festival marks the official start of San Diego's Spring Saltwater Fishing Season and there is no other event quite like San Diego's Day At The Docks! Arizona Boating & Watersports https://www.azbw.com/ and Western Outdoor Times https://www.azbw.com/ will be at Day At The Docks https:... Full story
Arizona's largest sportsmen, outdoor and boat show will again be at WestWorld of Scottsdale. ISE's Arizona show had great success at WestWorld of Scottsdale in 2016. The venue provides easy freeway access to the more populous eastern corridor and surrounding cities. The show was able to expand its outdoor exhibits to include more recreational vehicles, a wakeboarding feature and more. The inaugural year for ISE Scottsdale and Arizona Boat Show were a rousing success and we expect even more... Full story
Arizona Boating & Watersports / Western Outdoor Times is proud to be the sponsor for the Aquarium Demonstration Tank. You will find all these great presentations at this years event. • Arizona Bass Tips - Gary Senft • Bass Throughout the West - Matt Shura • Bass with AZ Bass Guides - Scooter Griffith • Catch More Bass in Arizona - Tai Au • Crappie Time! - Art Chamberlin • Fishin' with Johnny Johnson - Johnny Johnson • Kayak Fishing Local Waters for Big Bass - Brian... Full story
The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD), in partnership with the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA), is encouraging the state's boating and watercraft users to Spring Aboard and prepare for the boating season by enrolling in a safety education course. Spring Aboard is a national campaign that runs from March 19 to 25 and encourages boaters to protect themselves and their passengers by taking a safety course before stepping onto a boat or watercraft. This... Full story
