Articles from the April 1, 2017 edition
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On The Cover - A Big Storm Hits Havasu In May
One of the most popular boating events in Arizona is the annual Desert Storm Poker Run & Shootout http://www.golakehavasu.com/events/details/1786/, held each spring at Lake Havasu. This year,... Full story
Phoenix, AZ - "Shot Heard 'Round the World Day" Is April 19
PHOENIX - The world-class Ben Avery Shooting Facility will be the place to be Wednesday, April 19, a day when recreational shooters can join together to symbolize the first shot fired in 1775 to mark... Full story
John Miller Fitch - Died 12 March 2017, Phoenix Arizona.
John (known as Jack) was born on June 18, 1928 in Wayne, Nebraska, the son of Ethel and Lloyd Fitch. Jack was a gifted student and completed high school in three years before going on to earn his... Full story
San Diego, CA - Day At The Docks 2017
San Diego, April 9, 2017 - The Port of San Diego's 39th Annual Day at The Docks – FREE West Coast public celebration of sportfishing will take place on Sunday April 9, 2017 from 9 AM to 5 PM. The fe... Full story
Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway Association
Hazardous shoaling reduces depth to less than 5 feet in several sections. The Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, the famed 1100-plus mile coastal waterway stretching from Norfolk, Virginia to Miami,... Full story
Ten Tips To Get The Right Boat Loan
How do you get the right boat loan for your new or previously owned dream boat? Here are ten tips from Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS). 1. Check your credit: Before applying for a loan, ensure your credit report is accurate, and... Full story
Grand Canyon National Park To Temporarily Close Colorado River Trail For Maintenance
Grand Canyon AZ - Due to an unanticipated rockslide the National Park Service (NPS) will close the Colorado River Trail between Pipe Creek and the Silver Bridge for trail repair starting Monday,... Full story
Gear Up For Camping Season
The only bad thing about camping is putting all that stuff away when you get home, right? Well, when I was a kid, we camped and hunted all the time, and my dad had a big old Army field desk that we... Full story
Arizona Lakes, Arizona Pros: Gary Senft
Gary Senft is an Arizona icon when it comes to bass fishing. I've been doing stories with him for decades, and he has a wealth of knowledge about techniques and tactics for catching bass in our... Full story
Keep Your Shooting Skills Sharp - With Or Without Going To The Range
There is no denying that the best way to keep your skills sharp is practicing. Shooting is no different. If you want to be good at it, you have to practice. Going to the range is good practice for... Full story
Flagstaff Man Sets 30-Year-Old Catfish State Record
A giant fish tail, dark and maybe two feet in length, curled beneath the surface of the water. Carson Pete, shore-fishing about 50 yards away, hiked to where he spotted the tail Sunday at Upper Lake... Full story
Lake Powell Fish Report
The quality of life is measured by amount of time spent fishing. Lake Powell is rising. Spring runoff has begun a bit early due to warm days in March. That may change as another storm front is now... Full story
Lake Havasu Boat Show Adds New Special Attractions
"So big, you might not be able to see it all in just one-day," commented Lake Havasu Boat Show producer, Bob Brown. "The growth of this boat show has been astounding. We'll be 130 exhibitors and... Full story
Department Receives $46,000 For DUI/OUI Checkpoints
The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AGFD) will enhance its efforts to target removal of impaired watercraft and off-highway vehicle (OHV) operators from Arizona's recreation areas through a... Full story
Boat Trailer Insurance Mysteries Revealed By BoatUS
If you get in an accident while trailering your boat, do you know which insurance policy will pay for repairs to the trailer? If it's a simple accident with damage to the trailer only, it's likely to... Full story
Social Tolerance, Genetic Diversity Equally Important To Mexican Wolf Recovery
The success of Mexican wolf recovery across Arizona and New Mexico hinges more immediately on maintaining social tolerance than on genetic diversity, according to a recently published peer-reviewed st... Full story
Davis Instruments - Convenient LED Light Consumes Only 1/50th Of An Amp
LED lighting has changed how people enjoy the outdoors at night. Davis Instruments takes this innovation to a higher level with its Mega-Light. Two models provide bright, clear light, while only drawi... Full story
Accon Marine - Lifting Eyes Create Boat-Moving Options
Boats can be hoisted out of the water or off a trailer using properly-sized lifting eyes. They provide an owner flexibility in how the boat is stored and moved, and create an additional tie-down... Full story
Fur And Feather Offers Sanctuary To Homeless Animals
The original founders of Fur and Feather Animal Assistance have been helping animals in rural Catron County, N.M., for more than a decade. Despite being the largest county in New Mexico, there is no... Full story
Arizona Road Trip - Get Out To Roosevelt Lake, A Spectacular Desert Oasis
Arizona has some remarkably beautiful destinations for outdoor enthusiasts. And, whether you're looking for a week or a weekend adventure, a trip to Roosevelt Lake is a must-see oasis in the desert.... Full story
Grand Canyon National Park Annual Passes Available
Visitors interested in purchasing the Grand Canyon National Park annual pass can do so at any of Grand Canyon’s entrance stations and park headquarters building. This annual pass costs $60, is... Full story
Lost Our Home Animal Rescue - Kitten Season
It's that time of year again: kitten season! You may be wondering, "Kitten season? What is that? It sounds cute!". As cute as kittens may be, there's nothing cute about the season that lands tons of... Full story
Boulders Cleanup Helps Ensure Future Opportunities
The Boulders OHV Area is very popular with recreational target shooters, off-highway vehicle riders, equestrians, mountain bikers, hikers, and others because of its close proximity to the Phoenix... Full story
Prescott's Outdoor Opportunities Gain More Recognition
From Kelly Tolbert - Recreation Services Coordinator (With Contributor Nancy Nesbit) With the cleanest air in Arizona, a mild four-seasons climate, diverse ecosystem, and vibrant outdoor lifestyle,... Full story
Lake Pleasant, AZ - High Water Levels - Paddlefest Was Great This Year
April 10, 2017 - Want to see all the great happenings at Paddlefest this year. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTgWKOv6GTU As temperatures begin to warm up, locals and tourists alike have begun... Full story