Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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Wayne Gustaveson http://www.wayneswords.com Good fishing success we have enjoyed for a while continues and is perhaps even better than last week. The main factor is falling lake level. Shad have been hiding in the brush line surrounding the lake all summer long. Now water level is declining, leaving the brush high and dry and shad without a good hiding spot. Shad are exposed and all game fish are taking a swipe at them every chance they get. Scattered splashes mark the action punctuated by... Full story
As we make plans to go out to the lake, we have listened to the weather forecast and storms are either not identified or most often not talked about because the chance is slight. As you go about your day on the lake, be vigilant of those storm cells that are small and fast moving. Most often, you will have a great amount of wind blowing through the area prior to the rain. If you were paying attention to the weather (and it gets stormy) then the best thing to do is to move to a sheltered cove... Full story
Contractor Ken Cirks spends a few days each fall fishing up in the Northeast. This year he was fishing out of North Lake, Prince Edward Island. I talked with Basil Pappas via telephone a few days ago, on September 7. Pappas remarked that Cirks was tucked into the corner of the boat at that very moment, working on a tuna of over 800 pounds. I’m assuming that the fish you see here is the same one. Here’s what Cirks sent along to me: “Hey guys, I’m just got back from another unbelievable trip to... Full story
Recently, “about a quarter of the boats showing up at Lake Powell with quagga mussels have been in violation due to mussels’ being attached to the anchor,” Tom McMahon, invasive species coordinator for the Arizona Game and Fish Department, said. McMahon added that boaters coming from lakes such as Pleasant, Mead, Mohave, and Havasu that are infested with quagga mussels need to be conscientious about taking legally required proper precautions so they don’t move these invasive mollusks to an unaf... Full story
On Nov. 3-4, the exciting 5k obstacle course event DOUBLE DOG DARE – Playground Challenge kicks off its national tour right here in Phoenix at Lake Pleasant. With a portion of the proceeds going to benefit Banner Health Cardon Children’s Medical Center, the event features playground-inspired obstacles of varying difficulties and is meant for adults and for kids over 10 years of age. Registration costs are $55 per person and groups are encouraged to apply together to participate in the same hea... Full story
The Arizona Game and Fish Department has a bargain offer for anyone interested in learning more about Arizona’s wildlife, in fishing, and eating wild-caught foods. From Sept. 17–21, the department will be selling four of its most popular books (that normally retail from $5 to $8) for just $1 each (while supplies last) at the Game and Fish offices in Phoenix, Mesa, Tucson, Flagstaff, Pinetop, Kingman and Yuma; available are the following: • Arizona Wildlife Views Special Edition — This 155-pag... Full story
It's official — the Lake Havasu Boat Show is the largest consumer boat show in Arizona in terms of attendance, physical size, and number of exhibitors. But, this is just the beginning. For our 22nd consecutive year, our advertising and promotion out-reach is stepping up to another level, focusing not just on local markets but also effectively tapping the Southern California, Las Vegas, and Phoenix areas as well. Combine this with the synergy of Desert Storm week, and you have a boat show capable... Full story
High School Sailing Arizona Yacht Club Announces Fall Classes Sailing will be on Tuesdays starting Sept. 11. From George Tingom AYC The fall semester for double-handed sailboat racing class will offer 13 sailing days and as many of just plain fun on the water. Some common questions and answers follow to get potential sailors in the mindset for the upcoming classes. What is it all about? : Young sailors can sail and race in Capri 14.2s and 420s and come up to speed on boat handling, safety,... Full story
‘Happy Trails’ To Sail Major Sailing Magazine Salutes Lake Havasu “Trailer Sailers,” or “Pocket Cruisers” — known by both names — are one of the features in the online August issue of Sail magazine. The article is “Destination Hunters: 10 Great Trailer Sailing Destinations” by Hilary Sharp and can be found at the following Web address: http://sailmagazine.com/cruising/destination-hunters-10-great-trailer-sailing-destinations According to Sailhavasu, Sail magazine — one of the largest sailing m... Full story
NAPA Auto Parts World Finals Boat Race The world’s fastest boats and most daring drivers offer thrills on the water. On Nov. 2-4, the world’s fastest boats and most daring drivers take to the waters of Firebird Lake for the final event in the Lucas Oil Drag Boat Racing season. Speeds will approach nearly 250 mph as Top Fuel Hydros, Top Alcohol Hydros, Pro Modified, Pro Gas Flats and more battle it out during this critical end-of-season showdown. Here’s the schedule for the “hot” event: ... Full story
News From Lake Pleasant Sailing Club LPSC Celebrates 35 Years Of Safe Sailing Fun Members plan for “Ladies Day At The Lake” and say farewell to their friend. Happy Birthday Cruise Set For Sept. 8-9 We [Lake Pleasant Sailing Club] are celebrating our 35-year anniversary so join your fellow sailors for a blow-out weekend to say Happy Birthday to LPSC! This cruise will focus on members who have yet to join a club cruise. If you are an old-timer please volunteer to show the newbies the ropes and... Full story
News From The Arizona Yacht Club AYC Activities Sail Ahead To End Summer, Start Fall By Mike Ferring Commodore Note: Our favorite Olympian, Anna Tunnicliffe did not medal in the 2012 Olympics. Sadly, her team was eliminated in the quarter finals of the medal round by the Finns, a surprising outcome given the high expectations for her heading into the competition and with all of us AYC members cheering her on. Here's what's upcoming for your Arizona Yacht Club: • The Heat Stroke series at Tempe Town Lake is nearly complete. A small but hearty b... Full story
Lake Powell Report Fishing Success Continues With Attention To Details By Wayne Gustaveson Fishing success in the main lake, particularly for stripers, requires attention to a few small details. Timing Is Critical Visible action from surface feeding fish consistently occurs at morning and evening twilight. Finding surface feeding fish provides the first opportunity to catch fish. Juvenile stripers that break the surface in groups of three or more are extremely aggressive and will hit most lures... Full story
Urban Fishing Report Best Hope In Summer Are Larger Lakes Monsoon storms trigger some good fishing periods. From AZGFD Fishing for catfish is slow at all Urban Fishing Program waters statewide through the summer (no stocking period). For holdover catfish, try the larger lakes over five acres in size. Some catfish and bass are being caught, but it takes persistence and some good timing in the early morning and evening hours. Fishing has been good all summer for the plentiful bluegills that... Full story
Bring Your Rods To The Rim Arizona’s High Country Offers Excellent Angling Now By Rory Aikens AZGFD Monsoon rains have helped our high mountain lakes. For many getting ready to head back to school, it's time for one last summer fishing fling. So, here are some tips for a summer fling. Tough to beat the Mogollon Rim Country. You can fish Woods Canyon, Willow Springs Lake, Christopher Creek, Tonto Creek, Canyon Creek, Haigler Creek, and Bear Canyon all on the same trip — if you so desire. Tak... Full story
Bartlett Lake Jet Skis Fun On The Water: Why Go Anywhere Else? Bartlett Lake Jet Skis offers the largest personal watercraft rental fleet in the area. Just like our boat fleet, you can be assured that all our units are professionally maintained to ensure reliability and performance. And we’re the only rental operation that offers current, state-of-the-art four-stroke performance models up to 1500 cc’s and 160 hp. Whatever your speed or need, we’ve got you covered. All units are launched direc... Full story
PARTY TIME! -- Boating season is in full swing. As are parties. If you want a fantastic day on the water with a group of family, friends, or co-workers, there is no better way than to rent this party boat and spend the day on beautiful Bartlett Lake. All the amenities you'll ever need are already on board. Just bring your group, some food and drink, and be ready to enjoy! To ensure the dates you wish are available, call early to make your reservations: (602) 316-3378, info@bartlettlake.com.... Full story
Lake Pleasant Receives Funding for Interpretive Displays Recently, members of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a Collection Agreement between the Arizona Game and Fish Commission and Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department. “Through the agreement, Lake Pleasant Regional Park will receive $10,000 to construct interpretive exhibits that focus on boating safety, aquatic recreation opportunities and educational matters,” said Maricopa County Supervisors’ Chair... Full story
Arizona Sailing Foundation Sets Fall Classes SET SAIL! -- Junior and senior high-school students can look forward to the fun of learning to sail by joining the ASF (of Arizona Yacht Club) classes this fall. Thirteen sailing days between Tuesday, Sept. 11 and Tuesday, Dec. 4 will be held at Tempe Town Lake. Boat handling, safety, docking, and racing procedures and tactics will be taught by highly qualified and US Sailing-certified instructors.... Full story
Game And Fish To Host Annual Elk-Viewing Workshop FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Would you like to experience the sound of a bull elk bugling or see a cow elk keeping a watchful eye on her calf? The Arizona Game and Fish Department and Mormon Lake Lodge invite you to attend an elk-viewing workshop on Aug. 18. The workshop includes a presentation and a field trip to watch elk in their natural habitat near Mormon Lake. Mormon Lake is unique as it is one of only two natural lakes found in Arizona. During t... Full story
Arizona’s Schools, Universities Win Big From Lottery-Ticket Sales Application period for 2013 Arizona Game and Fish Heritage Fund grants now open. Whether you won or lost when you bought a lottery ticket last year, some of your money is going to benefit something you would approve of — helping Arizona’s schools and universities. That’s because the bulk of this year’s grants from the Arizona Game and Fish Department Heritage Fund are going to education and research. Heritage Fund money comes fro... Full story
LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz. — Boating officials from three states are teaming up once again to stress the importance of wearing a life jacket; they will be at the ninth annual Tri-State Boating Safety Fair at the Colorado River. The event will take place May 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at London Bridge Beach Park, 1340 McCulloch Blvd., Lake Havasu City. The event coincides with the kickoff of National Boating Safety Week (May 19-25) and the “Ready, Set, Wear It” life jacket campaign sponsored by th... Full story
Kevin Bergersen, boating-law administrator at the Arizona Game and Fish Department, is surrounded by the pile of life jackets that people turned in so they could get new, updated ones — for free — at last year’s Tri-State Boating Safety Fair. Again this year, boating officials from three states (Arizona, California, and Nevada) are teaming up to highlight the importance of wearing PFDs. The ninth annual event is set for May 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at London Bridge Beach Park, Lake Havas... Full story
The Arizona Game and Fish Department is offering $660,000 in federal grant money to enhance and improve public boating facilities at Arizona lakes and waterways. “If you enjoy boating on Arizona waters, this money is specifically for improving that kind of recreation,” said Ron Christofferson, Game and Fish’s boating facilities program manager. “Every year, the department makes grant funds available to applicants who wish to complete boating-facility projects that otherwise might not receive funding. This is the opportunity to apply for the... Full story
In many parts of the country, people are asking when did winter end and spring begin? Anglers and boaters are taking advantage of the unusually warm weather, but some may be forgetting that cold waters still lurk beneath the keel. Here are three easy safety tips from BoatUS.com/foundation that will help you get safely through the spring fishing and boating season. • Don't allow the warm weather to let your guard down: The air temperatures may be downright balmy, but deceptively cold waters i... Full story
