Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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(Phoenix, AZ - June 23, 2014) - Awards for historic preservation achievements were recently presented at the 2014 Arizona Governor's Awards in Historic Preservation Ceremony on June 13, 2014 as part of the 12th Annual Arizona Historic Preservation Conference. Nearly 300 attended the awards luncheon held in Rio Rico, Ariz. and hosted by the Arizona Preservation Foundation and the Arizona State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), which is part of Arizona State Parks. At the Governor's Awards in... Full story
(Phoenix Arizona - June 23, 2014) - Kartchner Caverns State Park will host a Star Party on Saturday, September 20, 2014. Come and spend an evening with your family and friends and observe the wonders of the night sky through astronomers' telescopes. The event is supported by Huachuca Astronomy Club and Astronomers of Verde Valley. Activities for the Star Party will start at 2 p.m. and run through the evening. From 2 to 5 p.m., the park will hold the "Afternoon Solar Viewing" where visitors can... Full story
(Phoenix, AZ - June 26, 2014) - In July 2014, Red Rock State Park will host the monthly Moonlight Hike, the Star Party and Wayne Ranney will speak about "Sedona through Time." Visitors can also enjoy a hike or walk amid the beautiful landscape of the Sedona red rocks. The park offers guided hikes and bird walks as well as the opportunity to explore on your own. Moonlight Hike: On Saturday, July 12 at 6:30 p.m., join us for our most popular interpretive hike. Led by a naturalist, it gives hikers... Full story
Grand Canyon, Ariz. –The National Park Service (NPS) today announced plans to dedicate one of the nation’s newest National Historic Landmarks, the 1956 Grand Canyon TWA-United Airlines Aviation Accident Site in Grand Canyon National Park. This site commemorates a horrific airline collision over the Grand Canyon in 1956. On Tuesday, July 8 at 10 a.m. a public dedication ceremony of the National Historic Landmark designation will take place at the Desert View Amphitheater looking out toward the...
PRESCOTT, AZ (June 26, 2014) – June 30th will be the one-year anniversary of the tragic loss of the nineteen Granite Mountain Hotshots. Our community will observe the anniversary honoring the memory of these men, who had such a profound impact on all of us, in various ways. Further information available at www.CityofPrescott.net or Remembering our Fallen, One-Year Memorial Proclamation – The City issued an anniversary proclamation on June 24, 2014, designating June 30th in memory of the nin... Full story
PRESCOTT, AZ – The 6th annual Wander The Wild, the Highlands Center for Natural History's (HCNH) (http://highlandscenter.org/) biggest yearly fundraiser, will be held Sunday, September 28 at Talking Rock Ranch (http://talkingrockranch.com) from 2:30 to 7:00 PM.. "This exciting outdoor and adventure-themed fundraiser showcases all there is to discover about our Central Arizona Highlands environment," stated Dave Irvine, HCNH Executive Director. The nature and adventure-themed event features live... Full story
If you’re heading to Arizona’s high country this holiday weekend, chances are good that you may be taking an Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) with you. Thousands of Arizonans will enjoy off-roading with an OHV this weekend, and the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) wants everyone thinking about safety. “OHVs are an excellent way to enjoy the trails and back roads of Arizona, provided OHV riders use courtesy, common sense and follow a few simple rules,” said OHV Law Enforcement Program Coordin... Full story
Grand Canyon, Ariz. – The National Park Service invites the public to celebrate Western Arts Day 2014, Saturday, July 12, 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 12 noon at the Grand Canyon Lodge and will conclude with an 8 p.m. evening program. Event activities will take place at the auditorium and the grassy square east of the lodge. Regularly s... Full story
Phoenix, AZ - Ben Avery Clay Busters (BACB) will begin its fall league on Wednesday, September 10th, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the Ben Avery Clay Target Center, located at 5060 W. Skeet Street, Phoenix, AZ 85086. Registrations are now open for the organization's 8-week competitions in Trap, Double Trap, International Bunker Trap, Skeet, and Sporting Clays. Pre-registration will take place on September 3rd from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the Ben Avery Clay Target Center, and team assignments can be obt... Full story
Hosted by Division 10 1800-2300 Oakwood Country Club 24218 S. Oakwood Blvd Sun Lakes, Arizona Join us for fellowship, dinner, dancing and a formal celebration For more information and registration visit the Division 10 Web site at - http://wow.uscgaux.info/content.php?unit=114-10 Or call Dave Esparza at 602-550-5530 Dinner Dress White Jacket, Dinner Dress Blue Jacket, Service Dress Blue, or Appropriate Civilian Attire... 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
The 20th Annual Communicator Awards honored the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s Arizona Wildlife Views TV and Arizona Wildlife Views Magazine staff with 11 awards when winners were announced on April 29. The Gold Communicator Awards of Excellence went to Arizona Wildlife Views Magazine, earning the top honor in the magazine/government category, and to David Majure’s “Glen Canyon Dam High-Flow Release,” the top award in the online documentary category. Each of the following entries by Arizona... Full story
May 26 Monday 7:30 am Take Your Walk to the Desert (moderate) Join park docent Coni for a moderate 3 to 5 mile hike (ability of hikers and weather will determine the length of hike). We might hike through riparian areas with seasonal water in Cave Creek or hike across the mesa tops in the upland Sonoran Desert vegetation. We may see wildlife, petroglyphs, and colorful wildflowers. You may learn about cochineal (wow, whats that?), agave, mesquite, prickly pear, and maybe even taste some... Full story
Action: Close Lake Sylvia to fishing by the public 12 hours prior to the kids-only fishing event. Effective dates: 6:00 p.m. Friday, June 6, through 5:59 a.m. Saturday, June 7, 2014. Location: Lake Sylvia (Grays Harbor Co.). Reason for action: This closure is necessary to ensure a safe and successful kids fish-in event. The fish will be planted the evening prior to the event to better acclimate them to the lake. Other Information: Organizers of this event donate time, effort, and money to raise...
Scottsdale, AZ - The Central Arizona Friends of NRA will host a fundraising banquet on June 28th at Pinnacle Peak Patio Steakhouse, located at 10426 E. Jomax Road, in Scottsdale, AZ 85262. Early bird dinner tickets are $40, but specially priced packages are also available that include raffle tickets. Ticket prices will be $50 after June 21st. Doors open at 4 PM, and this fundraiser Banquet features cowboy steak dinners with all the trimmings, live and silent auctions, games, raffles, and a... Full story
The annual grant program for Local Sportsmen’s Groups is now open. Deadline: Applications must be received no later than 5 p.m. (MST) on Monday, July 7, 2014; postmarks do not count. As we discussed, we have opened the application process earlier to help get the funding in your hands sooner for those August and September events, either beforehand or as a reimbursement. Also, from last year, you do NOT need to be a federal 501c3 designation, just a not-for-profit entity. For application and infor... Full story
*Live music on the lawn with the talented Mogollon, Groove Merchants (who entertained at AZ Best Fest Centennial Celebration), Ashley Wineland, and Big Daddy D and the Dynamites * The 300-foot fly-wire (zip-line) + climbing wall *Many great displays and exhibits by Arizona Game & Fish Department, to include creatures from the Adobe Mtn. Wildlife Rehabilitation Center * Food vendors + many organization and business booths * An expanded two-day fishing component * Prescott Astronomy Club and... Full story
Don't miss the fun and adventure of the Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) workshop April 25-27 at Friendly Pines Camp in Prescott. Space is limited for this popular all-inclusive women's' weekend in the pines, so reserve a spot now. BOW is sponsored by The Arizona Wildlife Federation in partnership with the Arizona Game and Fish Department. Horsemanship, outdoor photography, birding and hiking are just a few of the classes offered. Learn and practice archery, fly-fishing, Dutch oven cooking,...
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to be a part of the 2nd Annual Go Outdoors Event, taking place Saturday and Sunday, June 7 and 8 in Prescott, Ariz. The Go Outdoors! Event and the Yavapai Mile High Classic Archery Shoot have quickly become one of the most exciting interactive and educational events in Arizona. We are excited to partner with the Granite Mountain Archers again this year to host the "Yavapai Mile High Classic" 3d Archery Championship Tournament. In addition to the... Full story
The Arizona Game and Fish Department's 2014 Outdoor Expo and Friday Youth Day drew a combined 48,000 attendees, the highest three-day total in the event's history. The weekend Outdoor Expo, held March 29-30 at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix, was visited by 41,000 people. Sunday's attendance of 20,700 was a record for an Expo Sunday. The Friday Youth Day, geared toward school children, teachers and chaperones who preregistered, was attended by 7,000, another record. The Youth Day was... Full story
This popular and valuable program will be at Bartlett Lake in May, June, and September. The Day on the Lake program is the only adapted watersports program for those with physical and neurological disabilities offered in Arizona. Summer 2012 marked our 16th year of helping people who suffer from a neurological disability ride the waves at one of the most accessible waterside facilities in Arizona - Bartlett Lake Marina. Day on the Lake 2014 will be held on the following dates: • Thursday, May 1... Full story
The National Rifle Association (NRA) Women's Wilderness Escape provides women 18 and older with an eight-day getaway opportunity to experience the softer side of firearm education with exposure to a wide variety of shooting sports activities and an array of enticing hunting and outdoor related activities. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned outdoor enthusiast, it's an experience that will prepare you for your next adventure. No experience is necessary, and all firearms and ammunition are... Full story
Experienced mountain bikers will teach workshops Saturdays at Dead Horse Ranch State Park. At press time, the remaining Better Mountain Biking sessions are scheduled for April 19 and 26 and May 3. Better Mountain Biking sessions start at 12 p.m. on Saturdays and go until approximately 4 p.m., according to Ranger Randy Victory. For more information, call Ranger Victory at (928) 301-1190 or email rvictory(at)azstateparks.gov.... Full story
Phoenix, Arizona, 23 April 2014 – The Arizona State Forester Scott Hunt and Arizona State Forestry Division (ASFD) will celebrate the 142nd National Arbor Day on Friday, April 25, 2014. They will host a statewide Arbor Day event in collaboration with the Arizona Community Tree Council, Arizona Nursery Association, University of Arizona Cooperative Extension – Maricopa Master Gardeners, USDA Forest Service, and the Buckeye School District. The celebration is scheduled to occur at the Wesley Bol... Full story
(Phoenix, Arizona - April 8, 2014) - Catalina State Park (Tucson) will hold a Star Party on Saturday, April 19, 2014 and Lost Dutchman State Park (Apache Junction) will hold a Star Party on Saturday, April 26, 2014. Families are welcome to come spend an evening and observe the wonders of the night sky through astronomers' telescopes. For either Star Party, participants should bring water, snacks, a red light (to protect everyone's night vision), sweater or jacket. Catalina State Park's Star... Full story
