Articles from the August 15, 2013 edition
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Too Many Tortoises, Not Enough Homes
Are you fascinated by reptiles? Do you have a yard big enough for a dog, but no time to take one for daily walks? Is someone in your family allergic to pets with fur or feathers? If so, consider... Full story
Helping Desert Tortoises The Right Way During Monsoon Season
Monsoon season brings one of the southwest desert’s most iconic creatures out of their burrows and out-and-about across the state. Desert tortoises are now in their most active season and more... Full story
BoatUS: Tips On Boating With Dogs
Before You Go • Get a well-fitting life jacket and have the dog wear it a few times around the home before they get on a boat. Any pet life jacket should have a handle to easily lift the animal out... Full story
Stormy Weather
So we all plan to go out to the lake. We have listened to the weather forecast and storms are either not identified or often not discussed because the chance is low. Even so, as you go about your day on the lake, be vigilant of those storm cells... Full story
Red Rock State Park's Activities
The summer season is winding down, but there are still many opportunities for hiking, walking and lectures in August and September at Red Rock State Park. The park offers guided hikes and bird walks a... Full story
Words Of Wisdom: The Value Of A Free Sticker
Many of you in the marine industry and boating world know me; my name is David Esparza, and I have been a member of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary for 19 years and a volunteer with the Arizona Game and Fish Department as boating safety... Full story
Tempe Town Lake
Let us put you on the water at Tempe Town Lake, offering a variety of watercraft and —the perfect escape: tempe@boats4rent.com. To see what’s available on this popular local lake, contact one of... Full story
Yuma River Tours - Cruise The Colorado
Step into the history, beauty and wildlife of the mighty Colorado River. Join Yuma River Tours for an unforgettable journey. Spend the day on the cool waters of one of the world’s greatest rivers... Full story
Another Way
ANOTHER WAY -- to enjoy Arizona's waterways it to rent a boat suited to your style. Invert Sports provides rentals, watersport lessons, and charters at Powell, Mead, Havasu, Mohave, Pleasant, Alamo, Apache, Bartlett, Canyon, Upper Lake Mary, Lyman,... Full story
On The Quieter Side
After "Thunder on the River," perhaps a quieter experience is in order. Located at the London Bridge English Village, Sunset Charter & Tour Company of Lake Havasu City offers the only year-round... Full story
Sailing Is What They Do Best At ASF
One of the best decisions I ever made was to take the US Sailing Instructor class. Now you can make that same decision to improve your sailing and prepare to help teach others about this great sport. Sign up for classes being offered the first two... Full story
Lake Powell
Lake surface temperature and lake level are declining. Cool monsoon weather patterns are adding much-needed rainwater to the lake but not enough to keep the lake from declining one foot per week.... Full story
Urban Fishing Report
Fishing for catfish is slow at all Urban Fishing waters statewide through the summer (no stocking period). For holdover catfish, try the larger lakes of more than 5 acres. Some catfish and bass are be... Full story
Urban Fishing Facts
Did you know that — • There are now a total of 21 lakes in the Program located in 11 cities. More lakes are expected to join the Program over the next few years. • The $18.50 Class U (Urban) fis... Full story
The Best In Years
Wendy Tochihara jumps on the exotic train with an opah. 2013 is delivering some of the best fishing we had from the border to the tip of Baja and all Baja veterans are saying the same thing, "Best... Full story
Additions Made To Aquatic Invasive Species Director's Orders List
The Arizona Game and Fish Department has added largemouth bass virus (LMB virus), whirling disease and all snakehead fish to the Director’s Orders aquatic invasive species (AIS) list. LMB Virus LMB... Full story
Save the Date.... March 5 - 7, 2014
This is a reminder to save the date for the 2014 Inland Waterways Conference (IWC), scheduled March 5-7 (Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday). The conference dates have shifted one day because of the... Full story
Gyros Furnish Sability For Every Sportfisher Pursuit
It's said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. For the many sportfisher owners who are turning to Seakeeper for gyroscopic stabilization, it's also a means for gaining the maximum... Full story
Dock At Tonto National Forest's Saguaro Lake Closed Due To Fire Damage
Mesa, Ariz. (August 23, 2013) – The courtesy dock at Saguaro Del Norte Ramp 1 was damaged by a boat fire August 11, 2013. The dock will remain closed until necessary repairs can be completed. Ramp... Full story
Arizona Dove Season Opens Sunday, September 1st
Arizona is famous for many things, but opening day of dove season is downright legendary. Temperatures here may still be high, but there's nothing cooler for the hunting community than the first day... Full story
Prescott's Great Outdoors
What do you have when you combine a 300-foot zip line, rapelling, a kid’s fishing tank, live creatures, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking, disc golf, camping, live music, food, many... Full story
Become a Wildlife Detective
Put on your thinking caps and bring out your magnifying glasses. It's time to become a wildlife detective! In this family-oriented program, a park naturalist will teach you how to look for signs that... Full story
World Waterski Racing Championships
Waterski Racing is one of the most spectacular extreme sports ever created! For the third time, Spain will host the World Waterski Racing Championships following Spain’s highly successful events in... Full story
Supervisor Johnson Testifies During Federal Hearing on EPA & IRS
Mesa, AZ – Supervisor Buster Johnson took to the podium during the recent Congressional Field Hearing on the overreach of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Environmental Protection Agency... Full story