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On The Cover October 2023
You - the people, the citizens, the patriots, the Americans - all are the wind beneath our country's wings. With your loyalty and support, our eagle flies free, unencumbered by a divided citizenry,... Full story
Downstream Events Calendar October 2023
October 3: 2024 Spring Hunts The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) urges hunters not to wait until the last minute to apply for 2024 spring hunts.The deadline for the department to receive all... 
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Veterans Of Foreign Wars Buddy Poppy
Before Memorial Day in 1922, VFW conducted our first poppy distribution, becoming the first veterans' organization to organize a nationwide distribution. The poppy soon was adopted as the official... Full story
On The Cover September 2023
Although the heat continues to scorch the Desert Southwest, the good times ahead remind us of all the cool events Arizona has to offer. Soon, Lake Pleasant will revel in the sounds of western music... Full story
Downstream Events Calendar September 2023
Current The Ben Avery Shooting Facility (BASF) has announced new hours of operation, which became effective Aug. 29, for its rifle and pistol ranges, archery ranges, and Clay Target Center. Friday,... Website
Veterans Of Foreign Wars Offers Two Scholarships
The VFW Auxiliary adds three opportunities to win. The VFW is dedicated to promoting patriotism and investing in our future generation. If you are a democracy-loving high school student interested in... Full story
On The Cover August 2023
The hottest low. The hottest high. The warmest summer. The long, hot summer. Needless to say, it's too hot. Period. Records have been broken and, unfortunately, both humans and animals without... Full story
Downstream Events Calendar August 2023
Downstream is a list of upcoming events. Examples of the many outdoor activities available to us in Arizona. Keynote Dinner, with special guest speaker Alvaro Jaramillo Southwest Wings 32nd Summer... Website
Agencies Working Toward Constructing Elevated Wildlife Crossings
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. - The Kaibab and Coconino national forests are seeking public comments about a proposal to install up to three new wildlife highway crossings in northern Arizona, pending funding... Full story
On The Cover July 2023
Years ago, when I was in my home town of Yakima, Wash., my dad gave my husband and me tickets to see Louis Armstrong. He was marvelous, and I still remember his singing "Summer time and the livin' is... Full story
Downstream Events Calendar July 2023
Downstream is a list of upcoming events. Examples of the many outdoor activities available to us in Arizona. NOW — Nature Walk: Daily at 10 a.m., a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk... Website
On The Cover June 2023
Got fish? Gone fishin'. Go fish. All apply to Arizona and the angling opportunities offered in this state. Bass Junkyz, high school and college programs, Arizona Game & Fish Department are among... Full story
Downstream Events Calendar June 2023
Jun 3rd – Bird Walks @ The Arboretum! 4001 S Woody Mountain Rd Flagstaff, Arizona 86005 June 3rd – Bird Talks @ The Arboretum! 4001 S Woody Mountain Rd Flagstaff, Arizona 86005 June 8th ... Website
Downstream Events Calendar May 2023
Many nations around the world observe some kind of Armed Forces Day to honor their military forces. It is celebrated in the United States as a day to appreciate all active duty service members. This... Website
On The Cover April 2023
There's something about this time of year, isn't there? We're suspended between the end of a chilly Arizona-type winter and the blistering heat of an Arizona summer. However, that's not all of the sta... Full story
Downstream Events Calendar April 2023
May 20-26: National Safe Boating Week Downstream Events Calendar April 2023National Safe Boating Week reminds all boaters to brush up on boating-safety skills and prepare for the boating season. This... Website
On The Cover March 2023
Our Desert Blooms However you envision their creator, the desert wildflowers in bloom are a masterpiece. There are so many places to savor this beauty -- from the Bartlett Lake area to Lake Havasu. Ar... Full story
Central Michigan ROTC
From N. Christine Brookes, Ph.D Editor's Note: I am so impressed by this group of young students and their leaders. Each year the Central Michigan (CMU) ROTC unit has a meaningful tour of a famous bat... Full story
On The Cover February 2023
John and Margie Anderson know how to find out-of-the-way points of interest, and it's always a pleasure to ride along with them. This month they started at the Salome interchange on I-10 and visited... Full story
On The Cover December 2022
There really are no words to express all the facets of this season's joy. Of course the birth of Christ is truly the "reason for the season", and many of us treasure that joy above all others.... Full story
On The Cover November 2022
November is also a month to express our gratitude. As John Anderson writes, dogs are a key to both hunting success and rewarding companionship. I second that as I have had the honor of living with... Full story
Downstream Events Calendar November 2022
November 4: Young Hunters Young hunters who want to learn all about waterfowl hunting are invited to attend the annual Pintail Slough Junior Waterfowl Camp, sponsored by the Arizona Game and Fish... Website
On The Cover October 2022
There's no doubt about it: These times are stressful in so many ways, including financially, politically, and emotionally - to name only three. This is one of the reasons we are featuring fishing this... Full story
