This pontoon boat at Lake Pleasant displays a great combination: freedom to enjoy the outdoors and our waterways in particular. In the middle of June we celebrated Flag Day (June 14) and the birth of... Full story

A Tribute From Margie and John Anderson We've known Marc for a long time and have done several stories with him. He was the kind of guy who would tell you the straight dope all the time, no matter... Full story

Publishers Note - Unless you were lucky enough to live in the United States during this time period you really can't realize what a wonderful country we are allowing the communists to take over. This... Full story

I am a legal gun owner. I have owned guns for years and have many according to some people's estimates. Being a legal gun owner is a heavy responsibility. It starts with ensuring you know how to... Full story

Go Fish Arizona! With summer temperatures heating up, anglers are starting to head to the cooler climate and great fishing opportunities in Arizona's high country. Below is a listing of five high...  Website

Even dogs that are bred to swim can struggle if tired or the water is cold and rough. Designed especially for canines, Bombora's line of Dog Life Vests is perfect for keeping pets safe whenever... Full story

July 12 is deadline to apply for Local Sportsmen's Group grants. The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is accepting applications for $75,000 in annual grant funding for local sportsmen's... Full story

These are the guardians of our country - on land and sea and in sky and space. Birthdays are all about celebrating the birth of those we love and respect. That is why we take the time out to invite... Full story

Only three days remain to purchase tickets for the 2022 Arizona Big Game Super Raffle. Customers who place online orders today through Sunday will automatically be entered to win daily cash prizes... Full story

Come to the fun side of Lake Pleasant. Pleasant Harbor is located on the southeastern shores of Lake Pleasant and is the lake closest entrance from Phoenix. For those wanting a weekend camping...  Website

John and I and Mochi went to Williams again this past week and I've got to tell you, it's one of our favorite places to get away in the summer. It can be a bit warm during the day, but since we spend... Full story

AZGFD hatchery staff traveled to Colorado in early May to bring back 15,000 Snake River cutthroat trout from the Rifle Falls Fish Hatchery to be stocked in Luna Lake and ......  Website

AZGFD Catutions OHV Riders, Boaters, Anglers, During Monsoon Monsoon weather is right around the corner, and the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) cautions boaters, anglers and off-highway...

The focus is on boating-centric inland lakes with distinction. There are 123,439 freshwater lakes – those water bodies generally larger than 20 acres – in the continental United States. Which... Full story

Find out the one thing that 60 percent of boat owners admit they forgot. You made it through your long to-do list of spring commissioning items and you're ready to go in the water during the summer... Full story

Whether it's a single small outboard on the back of a runabout or quads on an offshore center console, it's important to maintain engines in showroom-like condition. Keeping cowlings clean not only... Full story

From A Note At Soundings Online Gas prices are up, so the Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatU.S.) has collected 21 fuel-saving tips to help boaters save money. Some of these methods... Full story

Don't Miss Your Chance To Enter The Arizona Game and Fish Commission annually awards the organization Special Big Game Tags, for seven of the state's big game species - bighorn sheep, elk, mule deer,... Full story

Don't Miss Your Opportunity! Compiled By Margie Anderson Make sure you don’t miss an opportunity to hunt! Keep an eye on the Arizona Game and Fish website at azgfd.gov so you know when the latest re... Full story

Would You Like To Join Us? Please note update below and stay tuned for new venue. At press time, we did not have the changes, so please check with dburt@azgfd.gov. An Invitation From Doug Burt AZGFD... Full story

The Cultural Demonstrator Series returned to Desert View within Grand Canyon National Park. After an absence of more than two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the series returns in-person every Thu... Full story

Arizona Game and Fish Department biologists and road ecologists have been working with the Arizona Department of Transportation and other agencies across the nation, advising them on how to build... Full story

This was not the act of a hunter. The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is seeking information about the recent shooting of two javelinas in the Cave Creek/Carefree area. Multiple concerned cit... Full story

Submissions accepted through 5 p.m. (Arizona time) Aug. 12. Do you want to see your photo on the cover of Arizona Wildlife Views' annual calendar? Do you have a knack for capturing great photos of... Full story

The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) has partnered with the Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center (SWCC) to host virtual wildlife lectures. In addition to partnering with SWCC, the... Full story