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PHOENIX, Ariz. – The Arizona State Forester today released the Yarnell Hill Fire Serious Accident Investigation Report, which analyzes the circumstances leading to the June 30 entrapment and deaths of 19 firefighters of the Granite Mountain Interagency Hotshot Crew. The report and accompanying documents are available at https://sites.google.com/site/yarnellreport/. The State of Arizona convened an accident investigation team July 3 to review the conditions and events leading to the tragedy. T... Full story
Thank you to all who came to the summer Hunting & Angling Heritage Workgroup (HAHWG) meeting. We had 45-50 attendees at the meeting, representing 22 unique organizations. Included in that count were 19 new faces to HAHWG, bringing seven (7) new organizations under the tent. Way to recruit, everyone! You all are a bunch of dedicated outdoor heritage leaders. I also want to thank Commissioner Pat Madden, of Flagstaff, for attending Sunday’s meeting. For those who didn’t make it, I am loading all... Full story
Preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species throughout freshwater lakes and rivers of the western United States has become a high priority, especially on the lower Colorado River — now infested with a growing population of quagga mussels. In response, the Lake Havasu Marine Association (LHMA), in cooperation with Arizona Game and Fish, developed and initiated a grass-roots plan, “Sticker A Mussel,” to raise awareness and educate boaters on how to prevent contaminating other invasive speci... Full story
Fur and Feather Animal Assistance in Pie Town, N.M., is a 90-acre sanctuary for dogs and cats. We are at 8,000 feet in the western mountains, but the climate is reasonably mild. Our facility specializes in lifetime care for animals that, for many reasons, have nowhere else to go. We are currently searching for a person who shares our vision to stay here at our facility and help us move forward with our continued work to save animals and provide high-quality care. We do have a modest living area... Full story
Due to thunderstorm activity across the forest over the last 24 hours, there have been nine fire starts being managed by assigned resources and three smoke checks are being conducted. One of the nine fire starts, the Reno Fire, reported earlier today, is contained. Thunderstorm activity is predicted for this weekend, bringing moisture and lightning to some of these areas on the forest. 1. Cain Fire on Tonto National Forest in Four Peaks Wilderness Area 28 miles northeast of Mesa, Ariz.,1.5 miles west of Four Peaks Fire Facts Location:... Full story
Mesa, AZ – Supervisor Buster Johnson took to the podium during the recent Congressional Field Hearing on the overreach of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in Mesa, Arizona. During Supervisor Johnson’s allotted time, he gave examples of overreach with the EPA and various Mohave County issues ranges from the closure of the Mohave County Generating Station to the money it cost tax payers for the overreach of the waste tire program. “The EPA has a job... Full story
OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is easing fire restrictions on all agency-managed lands in eastern Washington, where recent rains have reduced the risk of wildfires. Restrictions on the following activities - enacted Aug. 8 in response to extreme fire danger - are no longer in effect: Smoking outside an enclosed vehicle. Target shooting outside designated shooting ranges, except on the Wenas Wildlife Area, where a temporary rule prohibits the activity through... Full story
Beginning Jan. 1, 2013, barbless hooks will be required from the mouth to the 99E Bridge when fishing for salmon, steelhead and trout. SANDY RIVER Effective February 28, 2013 angling for sturgeon, including catch and release, is prohibited in the Sandy River. WILLAMETTE RIVER, Mouth to Willamette Falls, including Multnomah Channel Beginning Jan. 1, 2013, barbless hooks will be required from the mouth to Willamette Falls, including the Multnomah Channel and Gilbert River, when fishing for... Full story
Grand Canyon, AZ – Recent heavy monsoonal rainfall caused damage to portions of the South Kaibab Trail approximately one-half mile below Cedar Ridge closing the trail to livestock use. Trail crews have completed work to remove debris from the trail. The trail is now open to livestock as well as foot traffic. Monsoonal rainfall also caused damage to a section of the North Kaibab Trail below Supai Tunnel. Although currently open to hikers, cross canyon stock use and pack mules will be prohibited o... Full story
Grand Canyon, Ariz. – The National Park Service will begin eliminating turfgrass (lawns) around the historic El Tovar Hotel and adjacent rim lodges as part of a long-term plan to re-landscape the area with native vegetation consistent with the historic Grand Canyon Village rim landscape. Weather permitting; the two-day project will begin on Tuesday, September 17. The lawns, made up of Kentucky bluegrass, were planted in the late 1960’s and early 1970’s when the Kachina and Thunderbird Lodge... Full story
The final month of the last quarter of the Federal Fiscal Year is when Uncle Sam has the spending spigot wide open. Only 19 days are left to spend 2013 expiring funds. In the final quarter of 2012 close to $10 Billion was spent on General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule Contracts.GSA Schedule contractors, as a part of the process of being awarded and by holding a GSA Schedule contract, have submitted to GSA an "Authorized Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) Price List" for all of their... Full story
Tucson, Ariz. Vi Hillman has been selected as the new BLM Tucson field manager within the Gila District. She is currently serving as the associate district manager for Arizona’s Colorado River District in Lake Havasu City, where she has worked since December 2009. “Vi’s background in education and expertise in employee development, training, mentoring, and human resources will be a great asset to the Tucson Field Office,” said Gila District manager Tim Shannon. She will start her new job in... Full story
WASHINGTON, DC (9-12-2013) – A bipartisan coalition led by Rep. Jeff Miller (R-Fla.) and Rep. Cedric Richmond (D-La.) introduced legislation today that charts a new course for management of Gulf red snapper, an important commercial and recreational fishery that has been plagued by controversy Joining Miller and Richmond as original co-sponsors of the Gulf of Mexico Red Snapper Conservation Act were Reps. Charles Boustany (R-La.); Jeff Duncan (R-S.C.); Blake Farenthold (R-Texas); Bob Latta (... Full story
With the recent discovery of quagga mussels in Lake Powell, boaters leaving the northeastern Arizona lake will be required by law to pull their boat plug and decontaminate and dry their watercraft before leaving the vicinity of the lake to help prevent the spread of these invasive mussels. The requirements, which took effect July 1, are now the same as for other Arizona waters known to contain quagga mussels. These waters are listed in the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s Aquatic Invasive S... Full story
Star brite's solution to mold odors and any foul smells is their all-new EPA-approved, patented, super-effective MDG Mold/Mildew Odor Control Systems. For more than 30 years Star brite’s MDG bags have been the top choice for preventing mildew smells or other foul odors in boats. Now Star brite has introduced an even better way to eliminate and prevent mildew odor or any other foul smells — the all-new MDG Mold/Mildew Odor Control Systems. It is the ideal way to prevent foul odors from for... Full story
RAFFLE DRAWING We drew the raffle tickets on Saturday July 20 at the Pie O Neer here in Pie Town. Brad and Clay conducted the selection. Kathy Knapp drew the winning tickets. We are pleased to announce the winners. I am attaching a couple of pictures. In one, Brad is wearing the jacket and holding the gun. The Dulcimer is on the chair. The last picture is of the poster for the raffle. We especially want to thank Clay Schumacher for donating the rifle, Kathy and Stanley from the Pie O Neer for... Full story
Local sportsmen's groups can apply now for grant funding for programs that promote activities and events for hunter, angler, shooter and trapper recruitment and retention. The Arizona Game and Fish Department is offering $75,000 in grant funding this year. Applications must be received by the department by 5 p.m. (MST) on Monday, Aug. 12, 2013. Examples of projects eligible for the Arizona Game and Fish Department grants include — Hands-on mentored hunting events: • Small game hunting camps - qu... Full story
Escape The Heat! On-Site Volunteers Needed At Kartchner Caverns State Park On-site park volunteer opportunities are available at Kartchner Caverns State Park. Bring your RV and live at the park while volunteering this summer, 2013. The weather at Kartchner Caverns State Park is 15 to 20 degrees cooler than Phoenix and 5 to 10 degrees cooler than Tucson because of the 4,600 foot elevation. Volunteers are a vital and integral part of the programs at Kartchner Caverns State Park. Volunteering at... Full story
The ‘Last Alarm’ sounded for 19 fallen Granite Mountain Hotshots on June 30, 2013. Most of us have followed the recent news from Prescott/Yarnell, Ariz., and have undoubtedly heard about the Yarnell fire and the tragic loss of the group of 19 elite firefighters. Flags have been flying at half-staff to honor these selfless, model citizens. We also remember the lone survivor of the Granite Mountain Hotshot Crew: Brendan McDonough, 21. At the time of the tragedy, he was acting as a lookout at a hig... Full story
(Phoenix, Arizona - July 24, 2013) - Arizona State Parks is seeking input from the public on proposed fee changes. The public comment period will be from July 24, 2013 through August 23, 2013. The public is asked to give comments about the fee changes on the Arizona State Parks website at AZStateParks.com. Comments will also be accepted by mail written comments to Arizona State Parks, Attn: Proposed Fee Changes, 1300 W. Washington St., Phoenix, Arizona 85007. The proposed changes would set a standardized range for per person cave tours at... Full story
San Tan Mountain Regional Park Has some exciting news as well as fun events for August. We are getting a new Ranger at San Tan as I have accepted a once in a lifetime opportunity to research sea turtles in Costa Rica. Over the last three years I have greatly enjoyed becoming part of this amazing community and I am extremely appreciative for the opportunities to connect with you. For those of you who have questions, comments or would like to stay in touch, please join me for Ranger Adam’s Sunset Celebration on Thursday, August 1st from 6... Full story
The Governor's Office is currently accepting applications for the Arizona Game and Fish Commission. Applications must be received or postmarked no later than 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20, 2013. Applications received or postmarked after the deadline will not be considered. Governor Jan Brewer is seeking members who are well-informed and passionate about Arizona wildlife and its long-term conservation. In accordance with Arizona law, the Game and Fish Commission is required to be politically-balanced a... Full story
Kingman, Ariz. - On Friday, August 2, 2013, fire restrictions will be lifted for Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands administered by the Kingman Field Office. The Lake Havasu and Yuma Field Offices continue to be in fire restrictions. Due to weather conditions in northwestern Arizona, fire restrictions are no longer necessary. “Even though restrictions are no longer needed in the Kingman Field Office area, we’re asking the public to be very careful when using fire,” said Michael Trent, BLM C... Full story
(Phoenix, AZ - July 29, 2013) - The Arizona State Parks Board members unanimously approved Larry Landry as the next Chairman of their 7-person volunteer Board. Director Bryan Martyn said, "Larry brings a wealth of expertise from the private and public sectors and we are fortunate to have him guide us throughout this year." Mr. Landry said, "Arizona State Parks is the most entrepreneurial, dynamic agency in State Government. Arizona State Parks is the leading cultural resource agency in Arizona... Full story
Phoenix, AZ - August 1, 2013) - The summer season is winding down but there are still many opportunities for hiking, walking and lectures in August and September 2013 at Red Rock State Park. The park offers guided hikes and bird walks as well as the opportunity to explore on your own. Moonlight Hike: On Tuesday, August 20 and Thursday, September 19, join us for a Moonlight Hike. This is among the most popular interpretive hikes at the Park. Led by a naturalist, it gives hikers the rare... Full story
