Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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Online registrations are now open for the 2016 Arizona Senior Olympic Games, which will be held from Saturday, February 6th through Sunday, March 13th.. Shooters are urged to sign up early, using the website: www.seniorgames.org. The Games are open to anyone over 50, regardless of residency and are held at venues throughout the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, depending on the sport. Shooting venues consist of the following sports. Times and registration fees vary and may be found online.... Full story
Developed and organized by the newly formed trade association, Asociación Náutica de Colombia (ANC), together with partners National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), Centro de Convenciones de Cartagena de Indias (CCCI) and International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA), the Congress Programme focuses on issues such as ‘Understanding the needs of the Colombian Marine Market, ‘Safety & Security’ and ‘Developing an Action Plan for Colombia’s Nautical Future’. Whilst breakout... Full story
Visitors never tire of visiting the vintage ships at the Maritime Museum that are sailed and maintained by a dedicated group of volunteers. Among the Maritime treasures are ships from four different centuries, which include 19th-century Californian, a tops'l schooner; the 18th-century H.M.S. Surprise, a full-rigged British Frigate; the 19th-century three-masted bark Star of India, the 16th-century Spanish Galleon San Salvador, and the 20th-century steam yacht Medea. In addition to the... Full story
The Arizona Renaissance Festival gives students a chance to do more than just read about history. We let them experience it! The Renaissance ideas that laid foundation for later inventions are still evident and influential today. Today's Thinkers, Dreamers, Inventors are pushing the boundaries of what is known into the unknown; who knows what their discoveries will become? Remember, Da Vinci knew flight was possible when no one else did...There are Da Vincis of today just about to emerge - with... Full story
Margie Anderson has again been honored with the Arizona Game & Fish Commission's "Outdoor Writer of the Year" award. Anderson and her husband John are invaluable parts of our Arizona Boating & Watersports/Western Outdoor Times team. Together, they contribute informative and meaningful articles on a plethora of outdoor topics: hiking, fishing, shooting, outdoors products and news, wildlife (including birding knowledge) and more. This couple knows and relishes the incredible wonders offered in... Full story
PHOENIX, AZ (February 8, 2016) - Record breaking is simply the best way to describe Arizona's unique relationship with Canada as the state celebrates Canada Week. For the first time ever, 2015 brought more than one million recorded Canadian tourists to explore and enjoy communities across all of Arizona. "Arizona enjoys a long standing friendship with our Canadian neighbors who bring an incredible economic impact of more than $1 billion each year in tourism dollars," said Kim Sabow, President...
(Phoenix, AZ - February 10, 2016) - Join us for the annual historic re-enactment of an Arizona Civil War skirmish, Battle of Picacho Pass, and the New Mexico battles of Glorieta and Val Verde at "Civil War in the Southwest" at Picacho Peak State Park. The three re-enactments will take place on Saturday, March 19, 2016 and will be repeated on Sunday, March 20, 2016. Activities will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days but gates will open at 9:30 a.m. and no further entry is allowed after... Full story
Project Description Due to a ruling from the U.S. District Court - District of Arizona issued in March 2015, the BLM will develop new management actions to address recreational target shooting in the Sonoran Desert National Monument (SDNM) Resource Management Plan (RMP). An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) will be written to assess the potential impacts of each alternative. Upon completion of the EIS, an alternative will be selected that best balances the environmental impacts with the... Full story
PHOENIX, AZ (February 18, 2016) - The Arizona Lodging and Tourism Association and Valley Hotel and Resort Association are pleased to announce Laura Cherry as the new Director of Business Development. Laura has an impressive industry background with Arizona-based Best Western Hotels and Resorts where she worked to enhance the company's global brand with member hotels, developers and investors. In her work with Best Western, Laura helped with the development and delivery of a strong sales message... Full story
(Phoenix, AZ - February 18, 2016) - For the entire month of March 2016, the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)/Arizona State Parks (ASP) is coordinating activities throughout the state for the 34th annual celebration of Arizona Archaeology and Heritage Awareness Month (AAHAM). These events will focus on efforts to preserve our past by protecting our cultural resources. AAHAM combines education with entertainment to reach both adults and children in an effort to teach responsible... Full story
Grand Canyon, Ariz. – Grand Canyon National Park invites the public to join Charley Bulletts for a special hour long dark skies presentation at Mather Point Amphitheater on February 26, 2016 at 7:30 pm. Charley Bulletts is an enrolled member of the Kaibab Band of Paiute Indians and Cultural Resource Director of the Southern Paiute Consortium. Located north of Grand Canyon and the Colorado River, the Kaibab Paiute Tribe was recently recognized as the world’s first dark sky nation by the Internati... Full story
This months beautiful cover comes to us from Boat US. The article, 'Backbone' Of America's Boating Safety, Angling Conservation Reauthorized, reminds us that boating season is coming and safety, as always, must be forefront in our minds. As we begin a New Year, we once again want to thank all of our advertisers, readers, contributors, staff, family and friends for their support over the past ten (going on eleven) years. BOATING - Life-Jacket Exchange A Success AZGFD swapped approximately 800... Full story
The origins of jousting are believed to be in classical Rome, but the "sport" rose to its greatest popularity in Europe by the 1400s. It all evolved from mock battles in which knights on horseback, assisted by foot soldiers, formed into teams and charged at each other in some wide meadow. The result was a "melee" (the word hasn't changed in a millennium) of shattered lances, clanging swords, flailing arms and legs - astride and afoot - that went on all day and into the night. The earliest... Full story
The annual Arizona Game and Fish Commission Awards Banquet will be held on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016, at the Arizona Grand Resort, 8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway, Phoenix, Arizona 85044. The event will honor the recipients of the 2015 Commission Awards that were selected at the Commission’s September 4, 2015 meeting (see below). The purpose of these awards is to recognize Arizonans who have contributed significantly to the conservation of the state's wildlife, its outdoor heritage, and the mission... Full story
Governor Doug Ducey has appointed Eric Slocum Sparks to the Arizona Game and Fish Commission. Sparks is an attorney practicing in Tucson since 1987, specializing in debtor bankruptcy law and business reorganizations. Before opening his own firm in 1990, Mr. Sparks served as general counsel to several corporations, such as the Wilson Companies, GHR Energy Corporation, Bayou Asphalt Corp., and corporate counsel to Tenneco Inc. in Houston. Additionally, Sparks has served as an international... Full story
LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Lake Havasu Field Office has announced the temporary closure of selected public lands in La Paz County, for two days in January and February, in order to support the annual Parker Races. The closures will help ensure public safety and prevent unnecessary environmental degradation during these popular sporting events. The THR Motorsports Parker 250 Desert Race closure is scheduled from 2 p.m. (MST) on Friday, Jan. 8, through 6 p.m. (... Full story
Grand Canyon, Ariz.* – Over the last 24 hours Grand Canyon National Park has received heavy snowfall resulting in significant snow accumulation. The National Weather Service is predicting additional winter storm activity and heavy snow fall across Northern Arizona, including Grand Canyon National Park. The National Weather Service Flagstaff has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for areas including Grand Canyon National Park through Friday, January 8th. A Winter Storm Watch also remains in effect... Full story
PAGE, Ariz. – *The U.S. Department of the Interior today released a proposed framework for adaptively managing Glen Canyon Dam over the next 20 years with the goal of creating certainty and predictability for power and water users while protecting environmental and cultural resources in Grand Canyon National Park and the Colorado River ecosystem. The draft environmental impact statement (EIS) is available to the public for review and comment for 90 days. “This document is the result of inc... Full story
YUMA, ARIZONA – New to Yuma Lettuce Days in 2016, Salúd to the Field Workers presented by Pasquinelli Produce will feature a series of presentations and exhibits recognizing the tireless labor of those in the fields through first-hand storytelling. "We are extremely proud to be partnering with Pasquinelli Produce," said Linda Morgan, Executive Director of Yuma Visitors Bureau. "Having their support in ensuring Salúd is a meaningful and successful part of Yuma Lettuce Days demonstrates the com... Full story
Santa Catalina Mountains is the Backdrop for Viewing the Skies through Telescopes at Catalina State Park on January 30. If you have a sense of curiosity about twinkling lights in the night sky, come to Catalina State Park for the next Star Party on Saturday, January 30, 2016 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Imagine what you can see with the 10 big telescopes that astronomers will have at Catalina State Park! Some amazing solar system and deep-sky objects are expected to be in the sky! These include... Full story
San Diego-The best place to celebrate Valentine's Day with your loved ones is on beautiful San Diego Bay. Bring your Mom, Grandpa, kids, etc and share this day of love with those you care about. Guests will board the tall ship Californian, for a three hour scenic tour of the bay, marine wildlife and local attractions. Ticket prices include keepsake photos, champagne, chocolate covered strawberries and other delicacies. Event takes place on Saturday, February 13 and Sunday February 14 from 12:00... Full story
Celebrating 28 years of cheers, the Arizona Renaissance Festival opens every weekend on Saturday, Feb. 6 through Sunday, March 27 2016 and on Presidents' Day. The Renaissance Festival will be open from 10 a.m to 6 p.m., rain or shine. As always, there is free parking. The AZ Renaissance Festival is a medieval, amusement park attraction with a 13-stage theater, 30-acre circus, arts and crafts fair, and jousting tournament - all rolled into one non-stop, day-long family adventure. The Renaissance... Full story
PHOENIX - Governor Doug Ducey has appointed Eric Slocum Sparks to the Arizona Game and Fish Commission. Mr. Sparks is an attorney practicing in Tucson since 1987, specializing in debtor bankruptcy law and business reorganizations. Before opening his own firm in 1990, Mr. Sparks served as general counsel to several corporations, such as the Wilson Companies, GHR Energy Corporation, Bayou Asphalt Corp., and corporate counsel to Tenneco Inc. in Houston. Additionally, Mr. Sparks has served as an... Full story
Yes, the sparkle of freshly fallen snow and the crispness of the brisk winter air are beautiful. These are elements of the season that we can see and feel and touch. However, there is much more beauty - that of the meaningful celebrations of Christmas, Chanukah, the New Year, and the gatherings of family and friends. This is a refreshing time, a season to be thankful for memorable, treasured moments of the past year and to be hopeful for the new beginnings possible in the future. We at Arizona... Full story
PHOENIX — The Arizona Game and Fish Commission will recognize 16 people during the 2015 Commission Awards event, which will commend national, state and local leaders, wildlife advocates and volunteers for their work to support the state’s wildlife. The event will be held on Saturday, Jan. 16, at the Arizona Grand Resort at 8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway in Phoenix. Reservations are being accepted for $65 per person to attend the event, which begins with a social hour and live music at 5 p.m... Full story
