Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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Everyone is welcome to join us as the purpose of the flute circle is for like-minded individuals to simply meet and enjoy each other’s company while playing and listening to the Native American Flutes. People of all ages and levels of experience are welcome, ranging from those who have never played a Native American Flute to those who are experienced. The Yavapai Flute Circle has no dues, no officers and no formal organization. People of all ages and from all over are welcome, there are no b... Full story
OLYMPIA — With a record number of ducks counted on the northern breeding grounds, the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission approved migratory waterfowl hunting seasons for this fall and winter during a public meeting in Olympia Aug. 7-8. The commission, a citizen panel appointed by the governor to set policy for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), also discussed the implementation of the Statewide Steelhead Management Plan and a report that outlines management actions d... Full story
Action: Closes the Newaukum River and all tributaries Effective Dates: Aug. 11, 2015, until further notice Species affected: All species Location: Newaukum River (Lewis Co.) and all tributaries Reason for action: Low waters are reducing the available holding habitat for spring chinook and concentrating them into fewer and smaller pools. This in turn makes them more vulnerable to fishing pressure. Increased water temperatures and higher potential encounter rates subject these fish to stress,... Full story
Thomas Orozco, 15, of Union City, CA placed 1st in his age division at the International Game Fish Association Young Anglers Tournament held at Shelter Island Pier in San Diego, CA on August 8, 2015. Thomas caught and released Calico Bass, Sand Bass and Mackerel during the three hour tournament in which 125 kids ages 6-15 participated. This summer Thomas also won the IGFA Marin Rod & Gun Club Pier Tournament in San Rafael, CA on August 1, 2015. Thomas caught this rare 37 inch Guitarfish. Thomas... Full story
We are about to enter the BBQ season. Therefore it is important to refresh your memory on the etiquette of this sublime outdoor cooking activity. When a man volunteers to do the BBQ the following chain of events are put into motion: Routine... (1) The woman buys the food. (2) The woman makes the salad, prepares the vegetables, and makes dessert. (3) The woman prepares the meat for cooking, places it on a tray along with the necessary cooking utensils and sauces, and takes it to the man who is lo... Full story
following is a summary of Mexican Wolf Reintroduction Project (Project) activities in the Mexican Wolf Experimental Population Area (MWEPA) in Arizona, including the Fort Apache Indian Reservation (FAIR), and New Mexico. Additional Project information can be obtained by calling (928) 339-4329 or toll free at (888) 459-9653, or by visiting the Arizona Game and Fish Department website at www.azgfd.gov/wolf or by visiting the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service website at www.fws.gov... Full story
OLYMPIA - A popular fishing pier owned by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) on the Seattle waterfront will be closed during the city's annual Hempfest event this weekend. Pier 86 in Centennial Park will close at 6 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 13, and will reopen to the public Monday, Aug. 17 at 9 a.m. Russell Link, regional WDFW wildlife manager, said the department will temporarily close Pier 86 on the recommendation of the event's producer, who expressed concerns about public safety... Full story
OLYMPIA - State wildlife managers are seeking public comments on updates to the State Wildlife Action Plan, which identifies 268 fish and wildlife species with the greatest conservation needs in Washington state. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) invites comments through Sept. 11 on the plan, which also describes the key risks to those species and conservation measures designed to ensure their long-term survival. The draft plan is available on the department's website at... Full story
Could your favorite spot use a little TLC? Nominate your favorite place by sending the following information to respectedaccess@treadlightly.org Location Name: Nearest City to Location: Description of the Need (litter, illegal dumping, property damage, etc): Land Management Agency (if applicable): Your Name: Contact Info (phone/email): Organization (if applicable): Since 2013, Tread Lightly! and partners have picked up 110 TONS of trash with the help of over 1,200 volunteers. We want to build... Full story
Don McDowell - "Shake, Rattle & Troll" Radio El Niño is 'significant and strengthening,' could rival strongest on record even the Super El Niño of 1997. Perhaps more and bigger fish and much need precipitation this winter from the west coast. What does this mean to you, the angler? Extreme warm water currents have swung into the California coast bringing an early abundance of the migratory tuna and warm water species not normally found so close to our fishing grounds. Normally, we find Yellow T... Full story
The Arizona Game and Fish Department’s Research Branch will be conducting an elk survey methodology study to investigate ways to evaluate and improve the accuracy and precision of our elk population estimates. The project includes trapping and radio-collaring elk, and short-term intensive helicopter and fixed wing aircraft surveys within specific GMUs to compare various survey methods. Elk trapping will take place throughout 2015 outside of elk hunting seasons. Aerial surveys will be restricted... Full story
Calling all nongame wildlife enthusiasts! The Arizona Game and Fish Department and Audubon Arizona invite you to join a wildlife constituency forum on Saturday, Aug. 22 from 1 to 4 p.m. The forum seeks to connect those who share a passion for Arizona's nongame wildlife (those species that are not traditionally hunted) with organizations that work every day to ensure the future of these species. These forums are ongoing and the public is encouraged to attend, interact and share feedback on their... Full story
The deadline to submit nominations for the 2015 Arizona Game and Fish Commission Awards has been extended to Friday, Aug. 21. The purpose of the Commission Awards is to recognize Arizonans who have contributed significantly to the conservation of the state's wildlife, its outdoor heritage, or the mission of the Arizona Game and Fish Department. Nominating someone is a great opportunity to publicly recognize them in one or more of the categories listed at http://azgfdportal.az... Full story
Next Step - Retention Dove Season is September 1-15 and it is a great “Next Step” opportunity for your past participants, contacts and members of your organizations. The bag limit for mourning dove has been raised to 15 birds per day, with a possession limit of 45 birds, after the 3rd day. White-winged doves are still 10 per day, with 30 total in possession. This makes for lots of shooting opportunities and a larger harvest for the grill. Take this opportunity to send a quick email reminder to... Full story
Action: Lake Wenatchee closes for sockeye salmon fishing. Effective date/time: Aug. 16, 2015, one hour after official sunset. Species affected: Sockeye salmon Location: Lake Wenatchee (Chelan Co.) Reason for action: Spring chinook listed for protection under the federal Endangered Species Act (ESA) and destined for the spawning grounds in the tributaries of the upper Wenatchee River are seeking refuge in the colder waters of Lake Wenatchee. While sufficient numbers of harvestable sockeye remain... Full story
OLYMPIA - Anglers will be allowed to retain two chinook salmon daily beginning Saturday, Aug. 15, in ocean waters off Westport (Marine Area 2), state fishery managers announced today. In addition, anglers can keep one chinook per day while fishing off Marine Area 4 (Neah Bay) for two days, Aug. 14 and 15. Anglers off Westport were previously limited to one chinook as part of a two-salmon daily limit to ensure that the fishery would remain open for the entire season, said Doug Milward, ocean... Full story
OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is extending until Aug. 31 the public comment period for selecting Puget Sound rivers where hatchery steelhead will not be released by the department. The original comment period was scheduled to end today. WDFW will accept comments online at http://wdfw.wa.gov/conservation/fisheries/steelhead/gene_bank/ . Rivers under consideration are listed on that webpage. Wild steelhead management zones or "gene banks" are one of a number of... Full story
An army of volunteers began arriving at sunup at Shelter Island pier in Point Loma on Saturday, August 8th. San Diego Sportfishing Council event coordinator Vic Gamboa led the team of volunteers provided by International Game Fish Association (IGFA), San Diego Rod & Reel Club, San Diego Anglers, UPSAC and San Diego Fly Fishers. Staging for free 13th Annual Young Angler Tournament went quickly as the team performed like a well-oiled machine. Registration of the 150 participating young anglers... Full story
Don McDowell - “Shake, Rattle & Troll” Radio San Diego, CA - H&M Landing - www.hmlanding.com More Monday updates! The Relentless just called in with 50 yellowfin! Monday: Top Gun 80 checked in with Limits of yellowfin tuna and limits of dorado to start their trip. Returns: Constitution 126 Yellowfin. Diawa Pacific 90 Yellowfin The “MAYHEM on THE MALIHINI” continues with a huge score of a of 138 yellowfin tuna. ¾ day trip! Congrats to 12 year old Courtney Quashen who scored an 86lb Yellowfi... Full story
