Articles from the August 1, 2023 edition
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On The Cover August 2023
The hottest low. The hottest high. The warmest summer. The long, hot summer. Needless to say, it's too hot. Period. Records have been broken and, unfortunately, both humans and animals without... Full story
So, What's a Boater To Do?!
Protect yourself and your guests - It's still hot! And September doesn't look like it's going to be much cooler. As a matter of fact, many areas in the Southwest – especially the Phoenix area of... Full story
Downstream Events Calendar August 2023
Downstream is a list of upcoming events. Examples of the many outdoor activities available to us in Arizona. Keynote Dinner, with special guest speaker Alvaro Jaramillo Southwest Wings 32nd Summer... Website
Summer Fun In The Pinaleno Mountains
If you're looking for a cool getaway in Arizona that is a bit off the beaten path (and therefore not quite so packed with human beings), you should give the Pinaleno Mountains a try. There are lots... Full story
Spooning A Mixed Bag
The legend is that an angler eating lunch on the lake accidently dropped a spoon overboard. As he watched the silver spoon drift downward, sun glinting off the handle and bowl, he saw a fish dart out... Full story
Summer Boating Season Is in Full Swing
Summer boating season is in full swing and you've been enjoying your time on the water. Has it all been good so far? Maybe you've found yourself in a situation where, perhaps, you felt less-than-confi... Full story
AZGFD Accepting Entries For The Arizona Wildlife Photo Contest
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 wildlife? Then you won't want to miss the Arizona Game and... Full story
Send Water To Wildlife
Editor's Note: This issue addresses the subject of survival, of keeping cool during our long, hot summer. Although we concentrate on the elderly and the little people, wildlife, as well as humans,... Full story
Wild Life Over Passes
IN CANADA --Today there are six overpasses and 38 underpasses between east gate of Banff National Park and British Columbia (B.C.)-Alberta border - the highest concentration of wildlife crossing... Full story
OSN / FAN Meeting Report
Wow, where do I start? You all are amazing. Thank you for an incredible, productive, informative, collaborative and engaging experience - again! By the Numbers: 35 Total Attendees (including AZGFD... Full story
Collection Of Boat Tools In Time For The Season
To own a boat is to accumulate marine-related tchotchke in the form of gifts. But there's an alternative just in time for the summer boating season: the Basic Boater Kit from Shurhold. Not just for... Full story
Strong Country, Weak Leadership
The United States of America is without a doubt the strongest and most powerful nation in the world. No nation has the financial power, the military power, or the nuclear power of this nation. BUT,... Full story
Arizona Game And Fish Seeks Nominations For 2023 Commission Awards
The Arizona Game and Fish Commission is soliciting nominations for its 2023 Commission Awards. The awards recognize Arizonans who have contributed significantly to the conservation of the state's wild... Full story
New Zealand Mudsnails Confirmed In Tonto Creek
Director's Orders (list of waters with aquatic invasive species) updated to include Tonto Creek; Tonto Creek Hatchery closed to public. PAYSON, Ariz. - The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) has... Full story
Recreational Fishing and Boating Community
Recreational Fishing and Boating Community Opposes Vessel Speed Restrictions In The Gulf of Mexico, Calls for Collaboration in Conserving Rice's Whales The leading organizations representing... Full story
The Coup We Never Knew
By: Victor Davis Hanson (published January 2023). What happened to the U.S. border? Where did it go? Who erased it? Why and how did 5 million people enter our country illegally? Did Congress secretly... Full story
Fire Restrictions Increased In Maricopa County's Regional Parks
Recently, small brush fires have started popping up around the valley. In late June, a five-acre brush fire exploded into a 2,500-acre wildfire in a matter of hours. This wildfire, now known as the... Full story
Arizona Anglers Have A New Store
NEW FOR FISHING - Visit pheasanttailflyfishing.com to welcome this new business at 4041 E Thomas Rd. Suite 117 Phoenix, AZ 85018 , open Tuesday - Sunday 10 a.m. - 6.p.m. At Pheasant Tail Fly Fishing,... Full story
2023 Fall Hunt Draw Results Available
PHOENIX — The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) has released the draw results for 2023 fall hunts. A customer’s AZGFD portal account is the only source for finding out draw results and... Full story
There Are Many Ways To Help Our Veterans
Editor's Note: Although there are many ways to help and honor our veterans, here is a summary (in no particular order) of some. Even though there are some ratings -- by letter -- below, this... Full story
Agencies Working Toward Constructing Elevated Wildlife Crossings
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. - The Kaibab and Coconino national forests are seeking public comments about a proposal to install up to three new wildlife highway crossings in northern Arizona, pending funding... Full story
Can't Stand The Heat? Neither Can Trout
The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) reminds anglers that the record-setting heat has raised water temperatures in many trout lakes and streams. Trout thrive in cool (below 68 degrees), clean,... Full story
Mexican Wolf Recovery Program Update
The following is a summary of Mexican Wolf Recovery Program activities in the Mexican Wolf Experimental Population Area (MWEPA) in Arizona, including the Fort Apache Indian Reservation (FAIR), San... Full story
Khrushchev's Prediction in 1959!!!
In case you forgot or didn't know.....Khrushchev's Prediction in 1959!!! A sobering reminder. It's been almost 64 years (next month) since Russia's Khrushchev delivered this. Many of us Sr. Citizens... Full story