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  • AZ State Parks Offers Job Opportunities For Homeless Veterans

    ASP|Dec 15, 2013

    The Arizona State Parks department, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, is launching a new program to offer opportunities for homeless Veterans to apply for jobs as temporary park specialists in rural Arizona. "The Arizona State Parks department is highlighting these opportunities for Veterans in an effort to help them transition back into the workforce because they possess many of the skill sets we require for those jobs," said State Parks Director Bryan Martyn. "We're... Full story

  • Yuma Kicks Off 2014 With Full Calendar

    Yuma Visitors Bureau

    YUMA, ARIZONA - Post-holiday blues are not on the calendar in the nation's sunniest city - but January's lineup of events does offer something for everyone, from those who want to learn how their food gets from field to fork, to a fast marathon that's a great qualifier for the big-time races in Boston and New York. So hang up the 2014 calendar - and start marking these dates! YVB offers Field to Feast agriculture tours Jan. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 25, 29, 30 (other dates this winter include... Full story

  • Game And Fish Commission, Department Of Emergency And Military Affairs Agree On Camp Navajo Hunt Rules

    AZGFD|Dec 15, 2013

    Parties agree on rules for 2014 elk and pronghorn hunts on Arizona National Guard facility PHOENIX -- After working together for more than a year, the Arizona Game and Fish Commission and Department and the Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs (DEMA) have agreed on rules for the 2014 elk and pronghorn hunting seasons at Camp Navajo, a secure military installation west of Flagstaff operated by the Arizona Army National Guard. The agreement meets the security and operational... Full story

  • A Veteran's Remembrance

    Donald L. Lemon

    Do you know that at military funerals, the 21-gun salute stands for the sum of the numbers in the year 1776? Have you ever noticed the honor guard pays meticulous attention to correctly folding the United States of America Flag 13 times? Many people think that it was only to symbolize the original 13 colonies, but here are the 13 points of significance: • The 1st fold of the flag is a symbol of life. • The 2nd fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life. • The 3rd fold is made in honor and r... Full story

  • How To Drive In Phoenix

    AZBW, Arizona Boating And Watersports News|Nov 15, 2013

    1. You must first learn to pronounce the city name, it is: FEE-NICKS'. There are other names to learn such as Awatukee (Ah-wa-Too-Kee) but that will be included in the advanced course. 2. The morning rush hour is from 5:00 am to noon. The evening rush hour is from noon to 7:00 pm. Friday's rush hour starts on Thursday morning. 3. The minimum acceptable speed on most freeways is 85 mph. On Loop 101, your speed is expected to at least match the highway number. Anything less is considered 'Wussy'.... Full story

  • Arizona State Parks Offers Job Opportunities For Homeless Veterans

    ASP, Arizona State Parks|Nov 15, 2013

    (November 14, 2013 - Phoenix, AZ ) - The Arizona State Parks department, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, is launching a new program to offer opportunities for homeless Veterans to apply for jobs as temporary park specialists in rural Arizona. "The Arizona State Parks department is highlighting these opportunities for Veterans in an effort to help them transition back into the workforce because they possess many of the skill sets we require for those jobs," said State... Full story

  • BLM Announces "Fee-Free" Weekend At Recreation Sites

    Bureau Of Land Managemnt|Oct 15, 2013

    Lake Havasu City, Ariz. – To celebrate Veterans Day, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Colorado River District will be waiving entrance fees to local recreation sites. The fee-free designation applies to Veterans Day holiday weekend, November 9 - 11, 2013. "These fee-free days will provide a great opportunity to visit a new area and explore the wonder of your public lands," stated District Manager Roxie Trost. "This is also a great way to help some folks, who might otherwise not have the o... Full story

  • Plan A Yuma Trip Around A Fun Event

    Yuma Visitors Bureau

    YUMA, Arizona - It's that time of year! As the chill creeps in up north, Yumans are enjoying spectacular sunsets and fresh mornings in the world's sunniest destination. So what are you waiting for? Make your travel plans now around one of our favorite annual events: Yuma Medjool Date Festival, Nov. 16 (Historic Downtown) - Yuma is one of the world's leading producers of this gourmet date - Medjools grown here are shipped worldwide, even to the Middle East! Enjoy a full day of fun, with food,... Full story

  • The Best In Years

    WOT|Aug 15, 2013

    Wendy Tochihara jumps on the exotic train with an opah. 2013 is delivering some of the best fishing we had from the border to the tip of Baja and all Baja veterans are saying the same thing, "Best fishing in years!" Visit the Baja-on-the-Fly report at http://www.bajafly.com/report/Bajafly.report.htm (If asked for -- user name: bajainfo and password: rancho.)... Full story

  • Hell's Bay names Capt. Blair Wiggins to pro staff

    Pete Johnson, Johnson Communications|Jul 15, 2013

    TITUSVILLE, Fla. -- If there was ever a perfect match of a popular TV fishing celebrity to a local boat company it’s Capt. Blair Wiggins and Hell’s Bay Boatworks. Raised in nearby Cocoa Beach, the 47-yr.-old Wiggins who hosts Addictive Fishing, has joined Hell’s Bay’s pro staff. Beginning its 15th year Addictive Fishing’s wild fishing adventures and “rod bendin’ drag screamin' action,” is seen three times weekly on Fox Sun Sports and The Sportsman Channel. In making the announcement He... Full story

  • 2013 New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup Presented By Rolex

    Jul 15, 2013

    Newport, R.I., USA (August 7, 2013) – The American Revolution may have effected a political separation from the United Kingdom almost 250 years ago, however, the physical distance “across the pond” is trivial when it comes to shared common interests, especially sports such as sailing in which the Brits and Americans have a long tradition of friendly but determined competition. Later this summer, three British yacht club teams will travel to Newport, R.I., to compete in the 2013 New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup presented by Rolex. Repre... Full story

  • Lake Havasu Boat Show Coming Soon

    Mar 15, 2013

    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

  • Lake Havasu Boat Show Coming Soon

    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

  • Tonto National Forest Arizona

    Feb 15, 2013

    Tonto National Forest joins other federal agencies in offering fee-free days on public lands in 2013. The upcoming fee-free days honored by the forest are — • June 8, National Get Outdoors Day • Sept. 28, National Public Lands Day • Nov. 9-11, Veterans Day Weekend “Your national forests and grasslands are a bargain any day of the year, but even more so on fee-free days,” said U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell. “Whether you stay for a few hours or a few days, your public lands are some of the best travel bargains in the nation.” Trad... Full story

  • Lake Havasu - Something New Is ‘Cooking’ At The Boat Show

    Lake Havasu Marine Association|Jan 15, 2013

    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

  • On The Cover

    Arizona State Parks|Dec 15, 2012

    Fort Verde State Historic Park will be decorated for the Christmas holiday through Jan. 4, 2013. Visitors can glance into the past and see how those who once resided at Fort Verde celebrated Christmas on the Frontier. Christmas trees and fireplace mantels will be adorned with unique Victorian decorations, while wreaths and garlands help spread the holiday cheer. Fort Verde State Historic Park is the best-preserved example of an Indian Wars period fort in Arizona. Spanning from 1865 through 1890 Camp Lincoln, Camp Verde and finally Fort Verde... Full story

  • The Big One Is Here!

    Don McDowell|Mar 15, 2012

    One of the biggest and best fishing and family events of Arizona’s Centennial year is coming soon to Pleasant Harbor, Lake Pleasant, Ariz. Save March 16 through 18 for three fun-packed days of fishing, outdoor competitions, and activities for everyone, young and old (and in between). The list for this event (no, make it these events) just keeps growing and growing, thanks to Kim Carter, general manager of Bill Luke Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM; Don McDowell, event director of Bill Luke Bass Days a... Full story

  • Explore Arizona On Fee-Free Days For BLM-Managed Lands

    Feb 15, 2012

    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), in conjunction with other agencies within the Department of the Interior, will waive recreation-related day-use fees for visitors to the National System of Public Lands for Get Outdoors Day (June 9); National Public Lands Day (September 29); and Veterans Day weekend (November 10-12). “While the BLM serves as the steward of America’s public lands, we can’t do our job alone,” said BLM Director Bob Abbey. “Waiving fees a few days out of the year may help some... Full story

  • This Is Big! Really Big!!

    Don McDowell, Shake Rattle & Troll Radio|Jan 15, 2012

    Bill Luke Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM One of the biggest and best fishing and family events of Arizona’s Centennial year is coming soon to Pleasant Harbor, Lake Pleasant, Ariz. Save March 16 through 18 for three fun-packed days of fishing, outdoor competitions, and activities for everyone, young and old (and in between). The list for this event (no, make it these events) just keeps growing and growing, thanks to Kim Carter, general manager of Bill Luke Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM; Don McDowell, event d... Full story