Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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PHOENIX – The Arizona Game and Fish Department, together with the Wildlife for Tomorrow Foundation, will induct four individuals and one organization into the Arizona Outdoor Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will take place during the 18th annual Arizona Outdoor Hall of Fame Banquet on Saturday, Aug. 22, at the Chaparral Suites Scottsdale, 5001 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85250. The inductees for this year’s event include: Longtime U.S. Senator John McCain has worked arduously for... Full story
Grand Canyon, Ariz. – The National Park Service invites the public to celebrate Western Arts Day 2015, Saturday, July 11, on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Western Arts Day celebrates the unique culture that defines Grand Canyon, Northern Arizona, and Southern Utah. The celebration starts at noon at the Grand Canyon Lodge. Activities will take place at the auditorium and the grassy square east of the lodge. Afternoon presentations include western arts and crafts such as saddle m... Full story
SAN DIEGO―Set sail to the beautiful waters surrounding Catalina Island aboard the schooner, Californian. Sailing aboard the Californian offers an opportunity to step into the past and experience the romance of tall ship sailing. As an active member of the crew you will take your turn standing watch, hauling lines, manning the helm and perhaps going aloft. Trips are designed for those with an adventurous spirit, a robust nature and a passion for the sea. Trip includes a kayaking component. Food,... Full story
6TH ANNUAL Jazz Summit Musicians: Phil Norman Tentet, Carl Saunders, Gary Hobbs, Jennifer Leitham, Kim Richmond, Dennis Rowland, Ralna English, Scott Whit eld, Ginger Berglund, Mike Vax, Tony Vacca, Je Colella, Jack Petersen, Selwyn Reams, Peggy Vax, Larry Kantor. Youth Band: The Prescott High School Jazz Ensemble Jazz Student of the Year: Jonah Howard Festival Information and Ticket Ordering: www.prescottjazz.com Festival Information: 928.830.2462 Tickets on sale at the Prescott Chamber of... Full story
Location: Cave Creek Ranger District of the Tonto National Forest Maricopa County, Arizona North and east of Bronco Trailhead, east of Forest Service Road 24; three miles southwest of Humboldt Mountain Lookout Start Date: July 16, 2015, reported at approximately 12:45 p.m. Size: Approximately 400 Acres Percent contained: 0% Cause: Under investigation Vegetation: Grass, brush, pinyon pine, and juniper Growth Potential: moderate Summary: Fire was reported at approximately 12:45 pm by a member of t... Full story
(Phoenix, AZ - July 17, 2015) - The Arizona State Parks Board is seeking motorized and non-motorized recreation enthusiasts, and scientists from throughout Arizona to serve as volunteer advisors. Currently, there are ten (10) openings for three advisory boards including the Arizona State Committee On Trails (ASCOT) and the Natural Areas Program Advisory Committee (NAPAC). The Parks Board will make appointments in November 2015 for positions beginning January 1, 2016. Applications for all... Full story
PHONIX — Experience the Arizona Game and Fish Department and help support its mission to conserve and protect our state’s wildlife, then watch the Arizona Rattlers take on the L.A. Kiss on Sunday, July 26. The Rattlers arena football team is hosting Arizona Game and Fish Night at US Airways Arena in downtown Phoenix beginning at 1:30 p.m. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. Enjoy the live “rattler” exhibit of rattlesnakes and interact with the department’s new customer portal/website. Visitors can a... Full story
Grand Canyon, Ariz. – “Echoes from the Canyon,” Grand Canyon National Park’s popular living history program, returns for the fourth year in a row. Park rangers, in character as historic Grand Canyon figures, will take the stage for three Saturday performances in place of the evening ranger programs at McKee Amphitheater. Opening night is Saturday, July 25th at 8: 30 pm, with encore presentations Saturday, August 8th and Saturday, August 22nd at 8 pm. All three showings will be held at the out... Full story
(Phoenix, Arizona - July 20, 2014) - "Suvoyuki" translated in the Hopi language means to accomplish work through a "joint effort." "Suvoyuki Day" is a festival celebrated on Saturday, August 1, 2015 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Homolovi State Park that celebrates the partners who have helped to protect and save Homolovi area archaeological and cultural sites from destruction. There will be activities throughout the day including special archaeological site tours. Cultural artists will demonstrate... Full story
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (July 20, 2015) – Boutique Air announced today that it will be initiating service between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) beginning August 1. The airline was recently awarded the Essential Air Service contract to provide service between the two communities after receiving strong support from local leadership and the broader community. "We are excited to bring Boutique Air service to Show Low and Phoenix," said CEO Shawn S... Full story
Grand Canyon, Ariz. – On Tuesday, July 28 at 7 pm, Grand Canyon National Park, in concert with the Alternative Break Citizenship School (ABCS), will host award-winning western singer and songwriter Dave Stamey at Shrine of the Ages in Grand Canyon Village. This concert is free and open to the public. Dave Stamey, a former cowboy, mule packer, and dude wrangler, now delights audiences as one of the most popular western entertainers working today. Grand Canyon National Park will host Stamey for a... Full story
OLYMPIA-Dedicated volunteers carried 35 pound backpacks with gallons of water and thousands of delicate trout fry miles up steep trails to stock mountain lakes year after year. Another group traversed Washington's marine areas and coastlines to provide scientific data and analysis on species ranging from porpoises to puffins. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) recognized the contributions of these organizations and other top volunteers and landowners during its 2015 citizen... Full story
This is an incredibly beautiful and cool spot to visit in the summer. Havasu Falls is located 1½ miles (2.4 km) from Supai. (Havasupai Trail is the main trail to Supai, Ariz. and to Havasu Falls.) It is the more famous and most visited of the various falls along Havasu Creek. It consists of one main chute that drops over a 90-foot (27 m) to 100-foot (30 m) vertical cliff into a large pool. Due to the high mineral content of the water, the configuration of the falls is ever-changing and sometimes... Full story
EMBARCADERO—The best place to celebrate the Fourth of July will be at the Maritime Museum of San Diego again this year. The observation deck of the museum’s historic 1898 steam ferry Berkeley provides a spectacular view of the fireworks show over San Diego Bay. A delicious BBQ dinner will be provided at two seatings. One from 5pm-6:30pm and the other from 7pm to 8:30pm. Fireworks viewing are included with museum admission and guests are welcome to watch fireworks from several ships as well as... Full story
The Maritime Museum of San Diego announced today a donation of five million dollars from Mr. Dan McKinney, a long-time Museum supporter. Mr. McKinney’s gift will initiate a planning process that will transform the Museum. Elements of this transformation will include a physical reorganization of the Museum layout providing visitors a more immersive and historically ordered experience, and the development of a floating gateway structure that will welcome and orient visitors to the maritime e... Full story
Y'ALL COME – to beautiful, bountiful San Diego to join in celebrating Southern California's spectacular sportfishing. Two great events are on the calendar just ahead: Day At The Docks on Sunday, April 19 (http://www.sportfishing.org/) and the Yellowtail Derby, Saturday, May 2 to Sunday, June 7 (johncinsd@gmail.com). A special thank you goes to Jeff Stress, San Diego photographer, for this remarkable shot of the San Diego skyline.... Full story
Thanks again go to Bob Brown of Media Directions for another striking photo of a bathing beauty gracing a boat. Even though we know she should be wearing a pfd (and no doubt she donned one just after the photo shoot), this blonde bather is here to remind us that spring is the start of the boating and watersports season in the Southwest. All of us hope you will enjoy the water safely this year and urge others to do the same. Lakes - Bartlett Lake Store Is Open! A fully stocked convenience store... Full story
Newport, R.I. – Newport Exhibition Group announced today that its 45th Annual Newport International Boat Show will take place September 17th through 20th, 2015 on the Newport waterfront along America’s Cup Avenue in Newport, Rhode Island. One of the largest in-water boat shows in the country and the premier show in New England, the Newport International Boat Show encompasses 13 acres and will host hundreds of exhibitors from around the world with new powerboats and sailboats ranging from 16 to... Full story
Despite record temperatures, the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s 2015 Outdoor Expo presented by Shikar Safari Club International, held March 28-29 at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix, was visited by 33,100 people. This does not include the Friday Youth Day, geared toward school children, teachers and chaperones, which was attended by 5,900. The Youth Day also was held at the Ben Avery facility. The annual Expo showcases activities such as fishing, hunting, shooting sports, a... Full story
NOW OPEN! – Barlett Lake Marina's new boat store is open and stocked with almost everything one could ever need for boating, fishing, and camping nearby. This handy boat store (above the lake and marina) supplements the large stock of inventory that is carried in the marina's dock store. Coming soon and adding to the convenience and enjoyment of visitors will br a full restaurant that adjoins the store. Visitors will then be able to relax and dine while enjoying a spectacular view of Bartlett L... Full story
Grand Canyon, Ariz. – National Park Service (NPS) fire managers anticipate initiating prescribed fire treatment for the Shoshone Rx during the week of April 27 as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow. The Shoshone Point Rx is within the developed area on the South Rim, is 1,035 acres in size and comprised primarily of pinon juniper and ponderosa pine. Objectives specific to the Shoshone Rx include improving the defensible space in the Wildland/Urban Interface (WUI) within the South Rim developed area. Prescribed fires play an important r...
SONORAN DESERT NATIONAL MONUMENT – Almost two dozen volunteers spent Saturday morning bagging, bucketing or dragging more than four tons of trash – enough to fill a 20-yard dumpster – from along the northern boundary of the Sonoran Desert National Monument near Gila Bend. The cleanup project capped a sixth-month effort of the “Respected Access is Open Access in Arizona” campaign, created in 2009 by Tread Lightly!, a national organization that promotes responsible outdoor recreation. Partner orga... Full story
Grand Canyon, Ariz. – National Park Service (NPS) fire managers have postponed ignition of the Shoshone Prescribed Fire Unit due to precipitation over the project area. Plans for each burn unit contain a set of parameters which define the desired weather and fuel conditions under which a prescribed fire can be initiated. As the recent rainfall has moved the unit out of prescription for implementation, the project has been postponed until it is back in prescription. The Shoshone Rx is within the developed area on the South Rim, is 1,035 acres i... Full story
April 30, 2015 "I Support Wildlife™" program gives public the opportunity to contribute to wildlife conservation The Arizona Game and Fish Department today announced the official launch of its new Customer Portal and redesigned website. The portal allows customers to create a secure account where they can manage and view their contact information, as well as their license and draw results information and bonus points, in their personal "My AZ Outdoors" section. "Best of all, it's mobile f... Full story
