Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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Viet Nam veteran Darrel Jacobs was a good friend, taken far too early by Huntington's Disease. Darrel is shown with his beloved family: Sue, his life partner, and Lisa, Jessica, and Dara, their daughters. He was also an angler (hence, a fan of this publication), and as Sue commented, "This is the image that I want to stay in my mind. Darrel was happiest when fishing." Even just five days after his death, Darrel's family participated in and were instrumental in making sure the Huntington's... Full story
DeFir had a shop in Phoenix on Cave Creek Road back in the '80s. Our thanks to Bill Wier, of Marine Wholesale, for reminding us of the passing of Ray DeFir several years ago. Wier also reminds us that DeFir had a shop in Phoenix on Cave Creek Road back in the '80s and that he was well known for his New Years Day skiing exploits. "How many people do you know who can ski 100 mph on the Columbia River in the winter time? Or want to for that matter," said Wier. Many of you may know Ray from his... Full story
WOODWORKER EXTRAORDINAIRE – We had the honor of knowing the late Peter Schleck in San Diego at Driscoll's Wharf when we lived on our boat and he had a shop just up the pier. He loved wood and was an artist and expert with all things wooden, from cabinets to useful items to decorative pieces and, of course, he was a lover (and caregiver) of wooden boats. He will be missed, not only for his excellence in his craft, but also as a friend. –Jim and Carol Allen... Full story
A Novel By Carol L. Allen Dedication Icy Cold Was the Summer I dedicate to my husband Jim who traveled with me during the summer of 1995, who shares my love of the United Kingdom and her people and who has patiently encouraged me with my writing. Chapters Two, Three and Four--"Travel Log Trilogy"-- I dedicate to my own personal trilogy, my three daughters: Lisa, Christi and Chelle. Introduction I had no idea, when I began my travel log of our summer in the United Kingdom, how much of the beauty... Full story
Our next issue (August/September) of Western Outdoor Times/Arizona Boating & Watersports promises to have something for everyone. Guest editors will be the ever-popular columnists and outdoors enthusiasts Margie and John Anderson. We welcome their contributions and thank them for sharing their editing skills. Other than some editorial specials, this late summer issue will feature New Products - everything from floodlights to macerating pumps to barrel bolts to technology innovations, and more;... Full story
This story is an introduction to a future feature about the restoration of historic mining equipment and more in Arizona; stay tuned for the July/Aug. issue. Publishers Note – We at Arizona Boating & Watersports/Western Outdoor Times had the pleasure of meeting Morris Jackson in 2006. He came on board as an advertiser and quickly turned into a friend. I have learned much from Morris and from his experiences over the years. It is because of Morris and his interest in rebuilding old mine e... Full story
At an inspiring ceremony in Casa Grande, Ariz., on May 9, Chief Berger of Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology (CAVIT), presided over promotions given to young firefighter cadets. Promotions included those to Firefighter, Engineer, Captain, and Battalion Chief. Proud father Paul Haws, grandparents Pert Fuller and Jim and Carol Allen, aunt Chelle Brookes, and friends Haylie and Janean Jesch celebrated Kelsee Pearl Haws' achievement of Captain. Her late mother (Lisa Brookes-Haws, Oct.... Full story
Lisa, we'll forever rreasure the years we shared. Her Mother, Carol L. Allen Beloved daughter, mother, wife, sister, and friend: Lisa was a loving, giving, kind, bright, funny, beautiful young woman, and oh, so much more. Born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Lisa graduated from Central Memorial High School, excelled in swimming, and began her service to others as a young member of St. John's Ambulance (a first-aid service organization). The Life She Loved She moved with her family to Arizona in 198... Full story
Bartlett Lake is located in the northeast valley only 48 miles from downtown Phoenix and 17 miles northeast of Carefree and is within one hour from most Valley locations. Access is easy from all parts of the Valley and the scenic Bartlett Lake Road that takes you from Carefree to Bartlett lake is beautiful year around. Bartlett Lake Marina is a family owned marina. If you are a boating novice, one of the family will give you the necessary safety gear and instructions for your day on the lake.... Full story
Dan Turner came from the Arkansas/Missouri area in 1987. He had started there in fiberglass manufacturing, which he did for about 10 years. Turner made just about everything, including waterslides, and was one of a few not employed in a farm-related business. That was Act 1. Setting the stage for Act 2 for Turner was a request for him to do some repair work back home. His normal fee for manufacturing fiberglass items in 1985 was $12/hour, but he found that doing repairs was bringing some... Full story
This photo from the late '90s was taken at the Bali Hai Restaurant, Point Loma, of former staff of The Log newspaper. Three of them are now with Western Outdoor Times/Arizona Boating & Watersports: Jim Allen, publisher, Carol Allen, editor, and Leslie Manes, San Diego distribution manager. Two other former Log staff are John Campbell, director of the International Yellowtail Derby and contributor to WOT/AZBW and Angie Roddy Ogden, our production manager.... Full story
We have had the pleasure of dealing with Ed Hale of Hales Marine Service since the early beginnings of Arizona Boating & Watersports. Hales has always been there when we needed them. We are proud to consider Ed Hale a friend. – Jim & Carol Allen Hales Marine Service offers a full-service boat yard and boat transportation around the country for all sizes and types of boats. Services include: Fiberglass/Aluminum Hull Repair; Transport (local and nationally); Custom gel-coat and Metalflake m... Full story
We at Arizona Boating & Watersports/Western Outdoor Times send our deepest sympathy on the passing of Cathy Driscoll, our friend for many years when our publisher Jim and our editor Carol Allen had their boat at Driscoll’s Wharf and Marina in San Diego. Our thoughts are with Cathy’s many friends and family.... Full story
Dear Editor, The Coyotes Curling Club has been in business for over eight years and has been built on a solid foundation of membership enthusiasm, dedication, and spirit of volunteerism. Our club’s mission is to Promote access to and participation in the sport of curling, and commit to its international traditions of fellowship, sportsmanship, and team competition. The club is experiencing record interest and is generating year-after- year membership growth. We are happy to report that the o... Full story
