Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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Tim decided to tie the knot with his long time girlfriend. One evening, after the honeymoon, he was assembling some loads for an upcoming hunt. His wife was standing there at the bench watching him. After along period of silence she finally speaks. Honey, I've been thinking, now that we are married I think it's time you quit hunting, shooting, hand loading, and fishing. Maybe you should sell your guns and boat. Tim gets this horrified look on his face. She says, "Darling, what's wrong?" "There for a minute you were sounding like my ex-wife."... Full story
DENVER - The Klinglesmith family of Meeker has been named the 2012 Wildlife Landowners of the Year by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Lowell and LoAnn Klinglesmith, together with their youngest son Lenny and his wife Jackie, run the LK Ranch south of Meeker, with 13,000 contiguous deeded acres in the middle of some of the most important big-game habitat in the state. Over the past 10 years, the family has greatly expanded the ranch, placed most of it under conservation easement and implemented an... Full story
Grand Canyon, Ariz. – On Friday, February 1, 2013 the National Park Service will begin accepting applications for noncommercial river trip permits to raft the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park. The permits will be for specific launch dates within calendar year 2014. A total of 450 permits will be available for 12- to 25-day river trips. Eligible individuals may apply online at the weighted lottery web site. To access the web site, start from the park’s main web page at www.nps.gov/grca and select “River Trips/Permits” then “Weig... Full story
The Becoming an Outdoors Woman Deluxe (13) retreat will make an ideal gift for the discriminating woman in your life. Lots of outdoor fun without the inconveniences of camping! The Arizona Wildlife Federation will be sponsoring a winter Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) workshop. The dates are Jan. 25-27. It will be in the Goldfield Mountain Range. This retreat will showcase the beauty and wonder of our desert. The place is Saguaro Lake Ranch, which is a historical resort-style retreat located... Full story
INSIDE THE RED ZONE -- of the Universtiy of Phoenix Stadium, the Boy Scouts of America’s (BSA) Grand Canyon Council will "troop up" with the International Sportsmen’s Exposition (ISE) Feb. 21-24.... Full story
San TanYouth Participate In Chuckwalla Junior Golf Academy The Golf Club at Johnson Ranch, San Tan Valley/Queen Creek, has honored a Poston Butte High School student, and we congratulate Kelsee Haws on being invited to join the Chuckwalla Junior Golf Academy. The Chuckwalla Junior Golf Academy is an elite junior golf program tailored to provide advanced, comprehensive training for the junior golfers in our community. The supportive, team-based environment gives competitive junior golfers a fun a... Full story
Earlier this fall, the Arizona State Parks Board awarded $24,646,380 in Growing Smarter State Trust Land Acquisition Fund grants from the Land Conservation Fund. "The State Parks Board feels these six open space projects will ensure protection of Arizona's scenic deserts around urban areas that are experiencing high growth," said State Parks Director Bryan Martyn. The following six grants were awarded: 1. City of Scottsdale — McDowell Sonoran Preserve/Cholla Mountain-Rawhide Wash towards the purchase of 2,045 acres for up to $4,824,330 2. C... Full story
Every Saturday — Wildlife Exhibit The Reptile/Wildlife Exhibit runs every Saturday from 9am - Noon, weather permitting. Volunteer Jim "the Snake Man" Cloer and his crew of volunteer assistants enchant visitors at the park trail head with a menagerie of reptiles, arachnids and animals who inhabit the Sonoran Desert. Meet at Main Trailhead parking area at Catalina State Park. Contact the Park for more information at (520) 628-5798. Sunday Hikes Register with Volunteer Gaston Meloche at (520) 6... Full story
The last of Mata Ortiz Pottery demonstrations will be held at Kartchner Caverns State Park on Jan. 28. Demonstrations will take place at 11am and 1p.m. in the park theater on the event days. Learn more about Mata Ortiz pottery and see examples during the demonstrations. In a remote river valley on the plains of Northern Mexico, a remarkable ceramic arts revival is taking place. In the village of Mata Ortiz, master potter Juan Quezada, inspired by ancient potsherds, is leading a renaissance of... Full story
The Arizona Game and Fish Department has been receiving inquiries from outdoor enthusiasts who are uncertain about new Forest Service Travel Management Rules and whether the rules apply to them and their favorite recreational areas. Many hunters, anglers, campers and wildlife watchers are especially concerned about how the new travel management rules are being enforced, especially in national forests located in Arizona. In response to these questions and concerns, Arizona Game and Fish has... Full story
The Arizona Game and Fish Department wants to continue to improve and expand public shooting ranges across the state by providing grant funding to qualified applicants involved in the development, improvement or maintenance of public shooting and archery ranges. The department is accepting grant applications now through Jan. 15, 2013. Shooting clubs, sportsmen’s groups and government agencies operating public shooting ranges are encouraged to apply. Privately owned for-profit ranges are not e... Full story
Sedona, AZ- Every year Lonely Planet’s US-based editors team up with Lonely Planet’s expert authors to compile a list of US destinations that are prime for the next year. Lonely Planet’s Top US Destinations 2013 digs deeper and shines a light on 10 places in the US that travelers should add to their wish lists for the coming year. Their 2013 picks are literally all over the map: once-in-a-lifetime northern lights, new top-tier museums, moose trails, Polynesian paradise, barrels of bourbon and a newly discovered wine destination in the high... Full story
Former WACVB Board President-elect Jennifer Wesselhoff, President & CEO, Sedona (AZ) Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau, has assumed the duties as President of the WACVB Board of Directors, replacing Lorene Palmer. Ralph Woellmer, Chairman of the Sedona Chamber of Commerce Board of Director says “the fact that Jennifer Wesselhoff has been positioned as President is a testament to her hard work and to the highest quality of professionalism of the Sedona Chamber of Commerce. This is one more example of the forward thinking used by the Sedona C... Full story
Temporary Bureau of Land Management (BLM) public land closures are scheduled for January 11-12, and February 1-2, 2013, for the annual running of the Parker 250 and Parker 425 Desert Races. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Lake Havasu Field Office has announced the temporary closure of selected public lands under its administration in La Paz County, Arizona. The Parker 250 Desert Race closure is in effect from 2p.m. (MST) on Friday, January 11, 2013, through 6 p.m. (MST) on Saturday, January 12, 2013. The Parker 425 Desert Race closure is... Full story
Tempe, AZ October 17, 2012 – Did you know that a great catch might be related to the moon’s cycle? Or that size does matters when it comes to pitching a tent? Black Dog Promotions provides helpful hints like these and more on its new website http://www.FishCampHuntHike.com. Launched in October of 2012, the site shares an array of fishing, camping, hunting and hiking stories for, and written by, avid outdoors people—many with a sense of humor as grand as their love of nature and outdoor sport. Learn how to troll for trout or net the best fishi... Full story
The Arizona Game and Fish Department has hosted a series of public meetings statewide to discuss proposed legislation to allow the Arizona Game and Fish Commission to establish hunting and fishing license structure directly through a streamlined, customer-focused process. At press time there remains one meeting: Monday, Nov. 19, 6-8 p.m.: Phoenix, Arizona Game and Fish Department headquarters, 5000 W. Carefree Highway (also webcast at www.azgfd.gov/webcast). The proposal being considered would... Full story
Back by popular demand, Maricopa County’s Parks and Recreation Department rolled out the 2012 Fall Challenge at the start of November. “Last year’s 100-Miles of Hiking challenge was centered around Arizona’s Centennial celebration and we had close to 200 people complete the challenge,” stated R.J. Cardin, Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department director. “To mix things up this year, we’re rolling out a new program which will not only test their physical skills but also their knowled... Full story
Page, AZ – National Park Service Rangers are searching for two missing persons in two separate incidences that occurred over the last several days. A swimmer was reported missing in Gunsight Bay on Friday, September 21 at approximately 11:00 am. The 35 year-old male from Salt Lake City jumped off a wakeboat and was swimming to the houseboat when he began to call for help. Members of the group attempted to assist, but were unable to find him after he slipped beneath the surface. On Monday, S... Full story
Sedona Hike Challenge The Sedona Hike Challenge is a nature/adventure inspired event that people from all walks of life may participate in. Regardless of your age, strength or physical stamina, there is a challenge in this for you. The Sedona Hike Challenge is set in Sedona Red Rocks with more than 100 trails. Choose your difficulty level, hike two trails and be entered to win some great prizes. Winter Hike Challenge: Nov. 15- March 15. For more details visit SedonaHikeChallenge.com. Sedona Ranks #19 Best US Destination Sedona is ranked as #19... Full story
For the entire month of March 2013, the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)/Arizona State Parks (ASP) is coordinating activities throughout the state for the 30th annual celebration of Arizona Archaeology and Heritage Awareness Month (AAHAM). These events will focus on current efforts to preserve our past by protecting our fragile and non-renewable cultural resources. AAHAM combines education with entertainment to reach both adults and children in an effort to teach responsible stewardship... Full story
Holiday Issue November/December 2012 Greetings! Supporters and Friends, This year has been a very busy year for FFAA. We have added new dog pastures,pens,new heated bunk houses and a new cat trailer, there has been a lot of painting going on including a wonderful mural painted by one of our treasured worker/volunteers Sarah. Also,we have had a lot of new dogs and cats and a whole bunch of adoptions. We are able to continue our life-saving work because of the wonderful donations ranging from... Full story
DOOR BORED? -- Are you fed up with looking daily at your boring garage door? Just stick a new decal on your door and wait for the neighborhood reaction. Make an impression on your neighbors.The German company " Style Your Garage " makes posters for your garage door. Prices vary from $199 to $399 for a double door. Everything included, and choices range from luxury cars to large animals to airplanes and trains -- you name it! We especially liked the boat!... Full story
Photo courtesy of Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce CONGRATULATIONS -- to the recipients of the ATHENA awards: from left, Athena Public Sector winner Deborah Ostreicher, Young Professional winner Jamie Lyons and Private Sector winner Dr. Anne McNamara... Full story
As always, we are planning a multitude of activities for the holidays at State Parks. "First Day" hikes on January 1, 2013 are always popular and you can start booking them now so you can be out walking on New Year's Day. We know taking your family for a holiday excursion can be daunting when you add up all the costs for meals and hotels. But did you ever think it was odd you were traveling somewhere else when your family from cold states always wants to come to warm Arizona for the holidays?... Full story
Outdoor enthusiasts have been familiar with Arizona Boating & Watersports news magazine. However, as the publication expanded its coverage to include camping, fishing, hunting, RVing, safety and wildlife, it was felt the name needed to reflect growth into new and varied content. Therefore, Western Outdoor Times now appears above the parent name Arizona Boating & Watersports, the original branding of the paper. Along with the expansion of areas covered, we are also expanding our geographic reach.... Full story
