On The Cover October 2024

Bison (aka buffalo) have long been an important resource for indigenous people. That truth is recognized in the herd management of the valuable animals that inhabit the Grand Canyon's North Rim. One hundred bison were successfully relocated last month and transferred to the Intertribal Buffalo Council. Since herb reduction began in 2018, 282 buffalo have been transferred to eight different American Indian tribes. The sharing of this resource is as it should be, contributing to both conservation and recognizing the indigenous peoples' heritage.

And, speaking of conservation - among other things relating to wildlife and the outdoors - we congratulate the winners of this year's Arizona Game & Fish Commission awards. Individuals and organizations like these are leaders in protecting the incredibly diverse and precious resources of our state.

Moving on in Arizona, this issue celebrates Halloween at the end of the month with some really scary places to visit. Yes, there are many and the Anderson's are happy to take you on a spooky tour of several of them. Don't shiver too much though chills may run up your spine. Boo! Happy Halloween!

PORTS FOR OCTOBER

DOWNSTREAM - Look Ahead to Autumn

BOATING - How The Arrival Of Fall Can Change Boating

TACKLE & TARGET - Fall Raffle Launches With Bonus Tags

LAND CRUISING - Boo! Let's Visit Some Scary Places

WESTERN WILDLIFE - AZGFD Celebrates Delisting Of Apache Trout

Managing The Bison

Don't Miss These

'Where The Buffalo Roam'

Conservation in the Grand Canyon is the goal of herd reduction.

Congratulations!

Winners of AZGFC announced.

Off The Beaten Track

Arizona State Parks lists great OHV destinations.

Important Dates

Indigenous Peoples' Day: October 14

Halloween: October 31

Daylight Savings Time Ends: November 3

Election Day: November 5

Most Important One Ever - Please Vote

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