Articles from the March 15, 2015 edition
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Desert Storm
Yes, you can set official Lake Havasu Speed Records at Desert Storm 2015! For the first time, the top speeds in each class recorded at the Desert Storm Shootout, Saturday, April 25 will become the... Full story
On The Cover
Ed Huntsman is the Recreational Boating Safety Program Manager, United States Coast Guard, Eighth Coast Guard District. As spring approaches, temperatures rise, and ice melts, paddlesports... Full story
Arizona Wildflower Boom Year!
Visitors are flooding the gates at Picacho Peak State Park to get into the park in time to see the mountainside blooms of bright yellow Mexican poppies, purple lupine, pink globemallow and yellow... Full story
Captain's Corner
Established by Congress in 1939, the 30,000 members of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary are Semper Paratus "Always Ready." Vessel safety checks, harbor patrols, safe-boating courses, search... Full story
Does Your Trailer Get Respect?
For the most part, boat trailers are like Rodney Dangerfield - "They don't get no respect." But, they're the only thing between our beautiful boats and trouble. And, the trailer tires are the only... Full story
Get Your Motor Running At The AZGFD Outdoor Expo
Get ready to climb into an OHV and go for a ride at the Arizona Game and Fish Department Outdoor Expo presented by Shikar Safari Club International. A 50- by 100-yard OHV track is the newest addition... Full story
Just Skip It
Since the 1990s the number of students enrolling in sailing schools has more than doubled. The number of schools accredited by the largest certification organization American Sailing Association... Full story
Good News! - ISE Relocates To WestWorld In 2016
Arizona's largest fishing, hunting, boating and travel consumer show, the International Sportsmen's Exposition and Arizona Boat Show®, has announced it will be moving from Glendale to the... Full story
Lost Our Home Pet Rescue
You've probably heard of, and even supported food banks for people, but did you know there are pet food banks as well? In addition to being a no-kill shelter that saves hundreds of pets annually,... Full story
Arizona's Wildlife Can Benefit From Your Donation At Tax Time
Did you know that your state taxes do not support the conservation of Arizona's wildlife, but your donations do? Taxpayers can help the state's wildlife at tax time by "making a mark" on their state... Full story
Havasu Has It!
Arizona's largest boat show is just around the corner: The 24th annual Lake Havasu Boat Show is primed to deliver more exhibitors and attractions than ever before. Join the fun at Lake Havasu State... Full story
Responsible Shooting Practices Emphasized In Initiative
A growing number of outdoor recreationists are getting involved in an effort to ensure continued access to public lands in Arizona by promoting outdoor ethics. The Respected Access is Open Access in... Full story
Pinal Mountain Recreation Site
If you're looking for a great day trip from Phoenix, I've got a great idea for you - the Pinal Mountain Recreation Area. We have driven past the little brown sign for it in Globe dozens of times, and... Full story
7th Annual San Diego Yellowtail Derby 2015 - The Derby Is Ramping Up
The reception at the Fishing Clubs meetings during this month was very enthusiastic. Many new anglers have signed up for the 2015 contest. The excitement is building - just about a month and a half... Full story
Letter To HAHWG Attendees
Doug Burt is the Hunting and Shooting Sports Program Manager at Arizona Game and Fish Department. Hunting And Angling Heritage Work Group, Well you all have done it again - you have all blown me away! The Winter HAHWG meeting had a great turnout and... Full story
AZGFD's Voluntary Non-Lead Ammunition Program
KUDOS – AZGFD's voluntary non-lead ammunition program designed to further California condor conservation reached record participation levels in 2014. For hunters in the condor's core range in... Full story
Mexican Wolf Population Exceeds 100
The following news release was issued jointly by the Arizona Game and Fish Department and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: Population survey shows a 31 percent increase in the population. The Mexican... Full story
March Events Feature Archaelogy/Heritage Awareness
For the entire month of March 2015, the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)/Arizona State Parks (ASP) is coordinating activities throughout the state for the 33rd annual celebration of Arizona... Full story
Grand Canyon Seeking Participants for Open-House Earth Day Celebration
Grand Canyon, Ariz. – Grand Canyon National Park will celebrate the 44th anniversary of Earth Day with a weekend full of activities April 18-19, 2015. The weekend will culminate with an open-house... Full story
Vote Today For Your Favorite Safe Or Clean-Boating Grant Idea
The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water provides local non-profit groups up to $10,000 to help educate boaters on safe and clean boating topics. However, it needs your help to... Full story
Lake Powell Report
The striper hot spot this week at Lake Powell is Good Hope Bay. This will be a recurring theme in 2015. Striper numbers and shad forage are higher in the northern lake. Reports from Good Hope this... Full story
New National Campaign Asks Anglers To Pledge To Pitch It
Americans are more conscious than ever about properly disposing of, or recycling plastic containers and other materials. The recreational fishing industry, through KeepAmericaFishing®, its... Full story
Catfish Return To Phoenix/Tucson March 19
Mark your calendars! The cats are coming/are back. Our first stocking of the season: Thursday, March 19. For delivery: Close to 15,000 pounds of hungry catfish into 21 core waters - Get your family,... Full story
Tonto Creek Hatchery Host Wanted
When: May 2015 to Sept. 2015 Where: Tonto Creek Hatchery is located approximately 17 miles east of Payson, Ariz. Description: The hatchery host is a volunteer who lives onsite and interacts with... Full story
Willow Beach National Fish Hatchery - Agreement Finalized
The Arizona Game and Fish Department, in cooperation with Mohave County and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), succeeded on March 4 in executing agreements to restore rainbow trout stocking... Full story