Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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Stripers are still running along the canyon walls in the southern lake. They spilled into the main channel 3 weeks ago and have been eager to hit bait offered by anglers ever since. I have heard they are chasing boats, begging for anchovies. Well, that may be a bit much, but if you pass over some hungry stripers please stop and feed them! Glen Canyon dam still holds the majority of the fish, but many are behind the barricade out of casting range. The Chains parking area offers good shore... Full story
You've probably seen it before: Every stretch is different. The way the banks wind and present a new portrait of our meadows and trees and mountains changes with each jaunt to another fishing hole. Spring surely is here. As we hit another stretch of above-average seasonal spring temperatures, the opportunity to hit the White Mountain and Mogollon Rim streams and lakes will broaden. Unfortunately, many lakes and streams remain inaccessible, but any day now — Rarin’ To Go One lake is raring to... 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 State Parks Board approved 15 trails to the Arizona State Trails System at the March 20, 2013 Parks Board meeting. Arizona State Parks manages the Arizona State Trails System that has been established to recognize and promote non-motorized trails that are of special interest or significance to both Arizona's residents and visitors alike. Recreational trails in Arizona offer a wide variety of recreational opportunities. To provide for recognition of various types of trails, State... Full story
The Arizona State Parks Board authorized eight Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreation Fund projects totaling $778,563 at a recent 2013 Parks Board meeting. The statewide OHV Program uses funds from the state Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Fund and the federal Recreational Trails Program (motorized portion) to fund projects that meet the high priority needs identified in the 2010 State Trails Plan. The Arizona State Parks Board's volunteer advisory committees (Off-Highway Vehicle Advisory Group (OH... Full story
Following a $2.1 million investment from Coconino County voters, Cataract Lake County Park reopened to the public in Williams April 13. “Renovating Cataract Lake County Park is a project and investment that was a long-time coming,” said County District 3 Supervisor Matt Ryan, who represents Williams on the County Board of Supervisors. “This truly is an investment not only in our county parks system, but in the Williams community as well. Visitors can now enjoy amenities, while taking in breathtaking lake views.” Renovations to Cataract Lake Co... Full story
Coming soon: The 15th Annual Bill Luke Bass Days are set for March 15 through 17 at Lake Pleasant, Ariz. This year promises to be the best version ever with — • Six weigh-ins daily, plus • Seven pay-outs per hour, plus • Military displays, plus • Cornhole tournament, plus • Carp bow fishing, plus • Kids’ events daily, plus • Wildlife exhibits, plus, plus, plus! Amazing Prizes The biggest overall bass wins $7,000; the daily biggest bass wins $3,000, and the second biggest overall bass wins... Full story
Early in the year, a lucky 13-year-old from Denver, Colo., was trolling with leaded line near Forgotten Canyon just upstream from Bullfrog Marina. As Wayne Gustaveson reported, "We are still trying to talk with Jessie Pond to find out exactly what lure he was using and how he was holding his mouth, what he had for breakfast and other important details." Jessie and his dad brought the big fish to Bullfrog Marina after hours and were able to get it weighed at the Bullfrog Post Office. The length... Full story
Declining lake level will have a huge impact on spring fishing. Current lake level is now at the projected low of 3600 and it will likely decline another foot before spring runoff reverses the lake level. That is great news for boaters using the southern lake as it will allow the construction crew currently deepening the Castle Rock Cut to remove one more foot of soil and make the pass last a bit longer in future low-water situations. But, fish care more about the water level as it relates to... Full story
(Phoenix, Arizona - March 13, 2013) - Lyman Lake State Park in northeastern Arizona is a stunning 1,500-acre lake at an elevation of 6,000 feet with no size restrictions on boats, making it a popular water-skiing destination. The park will re-open on May 3, 2013 for the summer and fall season. The park will be open for day-use only from May 3 through May 23. Starting on May 24 the park will be open for day-use and camping until November 4. However, you can make your camping reservations now for... Full story
March offers the best time of the year to fish your nearby park lakes for trout, sunfish, bass and catfish. Good fishing for trout will continue through March as all lakes receive their final winter stockings. Most trout are biting on Power Bait fished on the bottom, but worms and small jigs have worked well at times. The cool morning hours are the best times to target the trout. As waters warm up, try fishing for largemouth bass that are now moving closer to shore as they prepare to spawn and... 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
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
It’s been a cold winter at Lake Powell. Water surface temperature bottomed out at 44 F and presently fluctuates between 45 at night and 47 during the “heat” of the day. Water level continues to decrease resulting in the closure of the Castle Rock Cut and the primitive launch ramps at Hite. Luckily, the last cold spell featured an increase in the snow pack in Colorado, which means there will be some runoff this spring. On the bright side, those anglers who continue to bundle up and venture out h... Full story
Coming soon: The 15th Annual Bill Luke Bass Days are set for March 15 through 17 at Lake Pleasant, Ariz. This year promises to be the best version ever with — • Six weigh-ins daily, plus • Seven pay-outs per hour, plus • Military displays, plus • Cornhole tournament, plus • Carp bow fishing, plus • Kids’ events daily, plus • Wildlife exhibits, plus, plus, plus! Amazing Prizes Cash prizes total over $50,000. Among them are the biggest overall bass, $10,000; the second biggest bass overall, $3,... 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
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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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
It just keeps getting better — the 2013 Lake Havasu Boat Show is pleased to announce that it will host the inaugural Havasu Chili Cook-Off and Salsa Challenge at the boat show on Saturday and Sunday, April 20-21. This will be an International Chili Society-sanctioned event, attracting some of the best chili and salsa chefs in the Southwest. Everyone is invited to bring their appetites and sample some of the finest homemade chili and salsa in Arizona. And don't forget, the Lake Havasu Boat S... Full story
The 53rd Arizona Yacht Club Birthday Regatta and their 14th Annual Leukemia Cup Regatta is here: Jan.18-19-20. Help fight blood cancers! Race one, two, or three days. Cruise! Party! AYC has some great improvements in store for you and your “shore party.” 1) Lower Costs: Two-day race registration last year was $80. It’s reduced to $50 this year! 2) Moving indoors: The dusty tent is gone and the Saturday night event will move indoors to the Lake Pleasant Waterfront Grille. Enjoy inside and outside waterfront seating for cocktails, dinner, and d... Full story
Learn to live and play in our unique Sonoran desert. Classes will be offered in fishing, hunting, tracking and desert survival. There are also sessions in hiking, paddling, geocaching, birding, outdoor photography and edible and medicinal plants of the Superstitions. A trial ride through the Saguaro forest is also available. The Dutch oven class will prepare the evening meals. Night-time presentations include Wildman Phil with his cast of desert critters and a stargazing event by the East Valley... Full story
