Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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America's Boating Course Presented by Phoenix Sail and Power Squadron Start Date: April 24, 2013 Schedule: 6:30 - 8:30 (Wednesday evenings for four weeks) Location: Sprortsman's Warehouse 19205 N 27th Ave., Phoenix, Ariz. Contact: Ron McNeil, (602) 361 3932 Status: Registration Open Cost: $40 Description: www.usps.org/e_stuff/ABC.html Click the site to inquire about or pre-register for this boating course... Full story
Editor, I went to a training session in Lake Mead in October and the alarm bells went off. With no real plan being developed by the agencies, other than "its the law," I was fearful California, Arizona, and Nevada could kill our weekend boater traffic. So, we called a meeting and proposed the sticker program. We branded it — "Sticker a Mussel" and were able to get full support, especially from the California border stations, which hold our future in their hands. The program has been rolled o... Full story
Editor, It's not just for boat owners, but for crew as well and right now you can join for the initiation fee ($150) and half the annual dues ($62.50), because the AYC year is half over. (You'll need to renew your membership for $125 next summer.) To support this great sport, to make sure we have the boats, marks, events for you to enjoy, don't leave it to others — join in. Peter Lehrach crews for me (Commodore Mike Ferring) on our J/80 and he's not only become a member, but also he's been a... Full story
Why own a boat when you can use the entire fleet for less than half the cost? “Your” boat is always serviced and ready to go. It is maintained by the pros at Bartlett Lake Marina. You do nothing except enjoy. Barlett Lake Marina’s Boat Club offers “boating without the extra expenses and hassles” and has everything from pontoon to runabouts — something for every person who enjoys being out on the water, whether fishing or boat camping or water skiing, wakeboarding, or just cruisin’. In addition,... Full story
The Arizona Game and Fish Department's 2013 Outdoor Expo drew 35,000 people over the March 23-24 weekend at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix. Sunday's attendance of 17,000 was a record for an Expo Sunday. "High mid-morning winds on Saturday temporarily closed a couple of attractions and may have affected that day's attendance, but we still drew a good crowd of 18,000 on Saturday," said Game and Fish Assistant Director Ty Gray. "Sunday's weather was almost perfect, and overall, this... Full story
Outdoor enthusiasts won’t want to miss the Arizona Game and Fish Department Outdoor Expo on Saturday, March 23, and Sunday, March 24, at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix. The family friendly Expo offers loads of activities, presentations and exhibits for everyone ranging from novices to seasoned outdoor recreationists. Best of all, admission and parking are free. Activities and attractions include educational live wildlife exhibits (raptors, reptiles, small mammals, more), the huge c... Full story
The 2013 Yellowtail Derby will begin on, Sunday, May 5. The winners of the largest yellowtail, white seabass and albacore will be crowned on June 9. The Derby can be fished on private, open party boats and kayaks. It will run for 35 days: May 5 to June 9. The Awards Party on June 9 at the Bali Hai Restaurant, 2 to 4 p.m., will have exciting prizes and fun. The Ballast Point weigh-in of the winning angler will win cash and prizes and their weight in Pale Ale, which has become highly anticipated... Full story
I went to a training session in Lake Mead in October and the alarm bells went off. With no real plan being developed by the agencies, other than "its the law", I was fearful CA,AZ and Nevada could kill our weekend boater traffic. So we called a meeting and proposed the sticker program. We branded it -"Sticker a Mussel" and were able to get full support, especially from the CA border stations, which hold our future in their hands. The program has been rolled out and you can see the start in our newsletter and our web site, redone by Bob Brown.... Full story
Desert Storm has over 50 boats signed up as of press time. I have uploaded the list of participants to the LakeRacer Web site; you can click there to see who is coming. It really will be a great event and I know you’ll be bummed if you miss it. My special thanks to each of the sponsors who have made this event possible, especially Teague Custom Marine! Please check out the event poster to see all of the sponsors! Many people have been calling to make their Nautical Resort reservations for t... Full story
The 22nd Annual Lake Havasu Boat Show is just ahead. This is one of the premier boat shows in the entire Southwest with over 50 different brands including family runabouts, pontoons, fishing boats, wakeboard/ski boats, deckboats, cruisers, PWCs and featuring the cream of the custom high performance sportboat market. At the Lake Havasu State Park special-event area, there will be food, beverages and a beer garden on-site (no off-site alcoholic beverages or glass containers allowed). Dogs on a... Full story
Outdoor enthusiasts won’t want to miss the Arizona Game and Fish Department Outdoor Expo on Saturday, March 23, and Sunday, March 24, at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix. The family friendly Expo offers loads of activities, presentations and exhibits for everyone ranging from novices to seasoned outdoor recreationists. Best of all, admission and parking are free. Activities and attractions include educational live wildlife exhibits (raptors, reptiles, small mammals, more), the huge c... Full story
The Boy Scouts of America’s (BSA) Grand Canyon Council has partnered with the acclaimed International Sportsmen’s Exposition (ISE), co-locating its Scout-O-Rama with the state’s largest annual outdoorsmen event for the entire family. The Sportsmen's Expo will make its 13th appearance in Arizona during the week of Feb. 21- 24 at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale. BSA’s outdoor Scout-O-Rama, on UoP grounds, will attract 15,000-20,000 youth and family members on Saturday, Feb. 23. Some... Full story
A boating accident, often resulting in property damage, personal injury, or more tragically a death, is a terrible way to introduce anyone to the world of boating and water-related recreational activity. 2011, the most current year for which we have Coast Guard annual statistics, was the most catastrophic year since 1998 in the United States for boating-related deaths, injuries and property damage. We now have an opportunity to change our behavior and avoid becoming a similar statistic for last... Full story
With over 600 tow boats spread across North America, the law of averages dictates that, eventually, BoatUS towing captains will be thrust into the middle of life-threatening emergencies. BoatUS Towing Services recently honored five of its captains — four with Meritorious Service Awards and one with the BoatUS "Woody Pollack Lifesaving Award" — at a ceremony that recently capped off the group's annual conference held in Clearwater Beach, Fla. The Woody Pollack award is named after the well-respec... Full story
Year: 2003, Current Price: US$35,000 (12/07), Located in San Diego, CO, Hull Material: Fiberglass, Engine/Fuel Type: Single Diesel, YW#1456-1814669. Once again,Com-Pac Yachts introduces a truly classic boat for the diehard traditional sailor. The Horizon Cat is a real Cape Cod cat with a shallow fin keel for added stability and windward performance. Com-Pac incorporated their high-aspect kick-up rudder for convenience and extremely light helm.The Horizon Cat is quick,nimble, and extremely comfortable with its enormous cockpit and extensive... Full story
Join the campaign. Help fight the spread of invasive species. ”Stickers” are now available for your boat trailer at these local Lake Havasu City businesses: ADVANTAGE BOATS, ANDERSON AUTOMOTIVE, ARIZONA REFLECTIONS, BARRETT MARINE, BASS TACKLE MASTERS, BEACHCOMBER RV, CAT TAIL COVE, CHEETAH BOATS, COAST GUARD AUXILIARY, CONQUEST BOATS, CRAZYHORSE CAMPGROUNDS, E-TICKET BOATS, GOT WATER RENTALS, HAVASU [...]... 
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It's not just for boat owners, but for crew as well and right now you can join for the initiation fee ($150) and half the annual dues ($62.50), because the AYC year is half over. (You'll need to renew your membership for $125 next summer.) www.arizonayachtclub.org/ Why join? To support this great sport, to make sure we have the boats, marks, events for you to enjoy! Don't leave it to others—join in. Peter Lehrach crews for me (Commodore Mike Ferring) on our J/80 and he's not only become a member, but he's been active on the AYC board of d... Full story
First of all, who has to have a Captain’s License? Captain’s licenses are first and foremost required in order to legally carry passengers for hire. They are also a requirement in many commercial, law enforcement, transportation, charter; fishing; sailing instruction; merchant marine, and large yacht vessel operations. All kinds of new and used boats, yachts and vessels frequently have to be moved around for many reasons, and insurance companies frequently require a licensed Captain to make off... Full story
The Boy Scouts of America’s (BSA) Grand Canyon Council has partnered with the acclaimed International Sportsmen’s Exposition (ISE), co-locating its Scout-O-Rama with the state’s largest annual outdoorsmen event for the entire family. The Sportsmen's Expo will make its 13th appearance in Arizona during the week of Feb. 21- 24 at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale. BSA’s outdoor Scout-O-Rama, on UoP grounds, will attract 15,000-20,000 youth and family members on Saturday, Feb. 23. Some... Full story
TORONTO – January 14, 2013 – The Canadian recreational boating industry began to see the tide turn for new boat and outboard engine sales with an estimated thirteen percent increase from October 2011 through September 2012 compared to the same period the previous year, according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) second annual 2012 Canadian Statistical Abstract. The Abstract reveals statistics on Canada’s recreational boating retail sales, participation and boater demographics, the overall retail market, impor... Full story
Come out on Saturday, March 23 and Sunday, March 24, for the free Arizona Game and Fish Department Outdoor Expo, held on the 1,600-acre grounds of the world-renowned Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix. Arizona’s largest hands-on outdoor expo offers fun activities, exhibits and educational presentations for the entire family. Two Days’ Of Fun, Information For All • See live wildlife — hawks, owls, reptiles, • Learn target archery, • Take the kids to the huge catch-and-release fish tanks,... Full story
CORONA DEL MAR, Calif. — The West Coast's premier sailing convention for women is set to launch on Saturday, Feb. 2, at the Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club in Corona del Mar, Calif. Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) is primary sponsor of the 24th Annual Women's Sailing Convention, presented by the Southern California Yachting Association (SCYA). The event is open to all women from novices to experts and the 2013 program is packed with workshops to choose from — both on and off... Full story
PORTSMOUTH, R.I. (January 14, 2013) – Johnny Heineken (Larkspur, Calif.), the 2012 Kiteboarding Course Racing World Champion, and Jennifer French (St. Petersburg, Fla.), the 2012 Paralympic Silver Medalist in the SKUD-18 class, today were named US Sailing’s 2012 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year. A shortlist of eight male and six female sailors – determined from nominations submitted by members of US Sailing – was evaluated by a panel of sailing journalists who selected these two sailors for the noteworthy distinction. The winners... Full story
As part of the 2013 North American Safe Boating Campaign ("Wear It!"), the National Safe Boating Council is offering resources and funding to state agencies, organizations and other groups throughout the United States and Canada to help promote the campaign in their communities. There is a total of up to $35,000 to be awarded to approximately 8 - 10 applicants for an average of $3,500 each. The North American Safe Boating Campaign and this project are produced and supported under a grant from the Sports Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund,... Full story
