Articles from the July 15, 2013 edition
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Songs of the Sea
SAN DIEGO―For centuries, sailor’s have honed their shipboard skills to the cadence of songs recounting the adventure, tragedy and romance of life at sea. These “sea chanteys” and the sailor’s life they describe, come to life aboard the Star of I... Full story
Commission To Consider Waterfowl Seasons, Protections For Octopuses
OLYMPIA - The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission will consider adopting 2013-14 hunting seasons for migratory waterfowl and additional protective measures for giant Pacific octopuses in Puget... Full story
Lake Wenatchee Sockeye Fishery To Open
Action: Lake Wenatchee opens for sockeye salmon fishing. Effective date/time: Aug. 3, 2013, (one hour before official sunrise) until further notice. Species affected: Sockeye salmon Daily limit: Two... Full story
Legislature Funds Final Push To Rid Puget Sound Of Derelict Fishing Nets
OLYMPIA - The final push in a decade-long effort to clear Puget Sound of derelict fishing nets within 105 feet of the surface will get under way later this year with funding approved by the... Full story
Close A Portion Of The North Fork Of The Stillaguamish River To All Fishing
Action: Close 4.5 miles of the North Fork of the Stillaguamish River to all fishing, including catch-and-release fishing. Effective date: Aug. 5, 2013, through Sept. 30, 2013. Species affected: All... Full story
WDFW Seeks Applicants For Advisory Board On Emerging Columbia River Commercial Fishery
OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is seeking applicants for a five-member advisory board that will help develop a commercial seine fishery on the lower Columbia River.... Full story
Changes To Ocean Salmon Fishery
Action: The daily limit will change to 2 salmon in Area 2 (Westport) Effective Date: Aug. 4, 2013 Species affected: Chinook salmon Location: Catch Record Card Area 2 (Westport) Reason for action:... Full story
Anglers Allowed Two Chinook Off Westport Beginning Sunday
OLYMPIA - Starting Sunday, Aug. 4, anglers fishing in ocean waters off Westport can keep up to two chinook salmon as part of their two-salmon daily limit. With that change, anglers will be allowed to... Full story
Coast Guard Termination Of Its 2 MHZ Distress Watchkeeping Service
Effective 01 August, 2013, the U. S. Coast Guard will terminate its radio guard of the international voice distress, safety and calling frequency 2182 kHz and the international digital selective... Full story
Commercial Troll Salmon Fishery Closed
8/2/13 ACTION NOTICE: NOAA Fisheries in consultation with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, and the Pacific Fishery Management Council, has... Full story
San Diego Sport Fishing
Overview Windy weather and a morning-only bite foiled many boats going into the weekend, but a few managed to deck one or two tuna per rod out on the bluefin grounds. Some boats opted to fish for... Full story
Lake Pleasant Regional Park Shares Proposed Trails Master Plan
(Maricopa County) Join Maricopa County’s Parks and Recreation Department on Thursday, September 12 at 6 p.m. for an open house at Lake Pleasant Regional Park’s Operations Building as staff share the... Full story
Parasailing Operations
A series of parasail incidents resulting in fatalities and injuries have occurred over the last few years. Since 2006, there have been 11 deaths and 52 injuries as a result of parasailing activities.... Full story
ODFW is Hosting Public Meetings to get Anglers Input on Future Bottomfish and Halibut Fisheries
There are a series of public meetings this week and next to get angler input on the 2014 sport halibut fishery and the 2015 and 2016 sport bottomfish (groundfish) fishery. These meetings are the... Full story
Plotmaster Systems
Plotmaster is offering a Sales Promotion on their popular Plotmaster (Hunter Line) units and Tecomate's New Managers Line of Seed Products. NOW is a GREAT time to consider purchasing a Plotmaster unit and/or some Tecomate Seed for the upcoming fall... Full story
Quimby's Cruising Guide
The 2013 Quimby's Cruising Guide is the Ultimate Inland Boating Resource Cruising the rivers and waterways of mid-America is the inland boater's favorite pastime, and Quimby's covers 9,436 miles of water on 24 rivers and the Gulf Intracoastal... Full story
11th Annual IGFA Young Angler's Tournament 2013 Results
An army of volunteers began arriving at sunup at Shelter Island pier, 1776 Shelter Island Drive, Saturday August 3rd. San Diego Sportfishing Council event coordinator Vic Gamboa led the team of volunteers provided by International Game Fish... Full story
US News Travel ranks Sedona as the #1 Best Weekend Getaway
"Why Go: Sedona's dazzling red rocks are sure to impress even the most jaded traveler. Adventurous visitors savor the 100-plus hiking trails that grant spectacular views. Less active travelers can take in the vistas from the Chapel of the Holy Cross... Full story
Hot Looking Handgun Grips
Brighton, CO, July 2013-- Rio Grande Custom Grips www.riograndecustomgrips.com announces its move into National and International markets. For several years Rio Grande Custom Grips was known to a small and loyal following for their outstanding and... Full story
The Do's of Safe, Pet Friendly Boating
With boating season in high gear it's a good time for a little refresher on pet friendly boating to ensure your little one is safe. Before hitting the high seas with your pet it's important to plan ahead and always keep the best interests of your... Full story
Richmond's Purple Martins Tardy, Festival Rescheduled
Richmond, Virginia's annual homage to purple martins, "Gone to the Birds," has been rescheduled for Aug. 24, simply because the birds, uh, aren't cooperating, organizers say.... Website
Arizona Office of Tourism Recognizes Verde Canyon Railroad Employee as the Spirit of Service for State Tourism
Verde Canyon Railroad is pleased to announce a great honor awarded by the State of Arizona. Train attendant, Fermin Estrada, a fan favorite on the train for more than a decade, has been honored with the Arizona Governor’s 2013 Spirit of Service t... Full story
Business Opportunity Announced for Two Hospitality Contracts on South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park
Grand Canyon, Ariz. – Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Dave Uberuaga has announced the availability of two prospectuses for business opportunities in the park, to provide lodging, food servic... Full story
Lake Havasu Marine Association Receives Federal Grant To Prevent The Spread Of Aquatic Invasive Species
Lake Havasu City, AZ: Preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species throughout freshwater lakes and rivers of the western United States has become a high priority, especially on the lower... Full story
Could You Come To The Rescue Of A Bear Like Doru
For Doru your help can’t come soon enough. He’s trapped in a tiny cage at a rundown zoo in Romania. Each and every day is the same. Sitting listlessly on the bare concrete floor. Staring through the metal bars. The World Society for the Protection of... Full story