Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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Grand Canyon, Ariz. - On Friday, September 7 at approximately 11:00 A.M., a Canyoneers commercial river trip was preparing for day hike at Clear Creek (RM 85), when a 65 year old female passenger went into the river while disembarking. The woman's husband Mike Howard, 67, jumped into the river to assist her. They both swam through Clear Creek Rapid, before she was rescued by the river trip. Howard, of Simi Valley, CA, was last seen in Clear Creek Rapid and is described as 6' tall and weighing... Full story
Weather forecasts show that a resurgence of Arizona’s monsoon is on the horizon and while badly needed moisture may be on the increase, so will the possibility of insect-borne diseases that can impact people, pets and wildlife. Earlier this month a dead prairie dog tested positive for plague in Coconino County and Maricopa County Vector Control officials detected West Nile and St. Louis encephalitis viruses in mosquito pools. Another disease not uncommon during summer months is tularemia, a i... Full story
PHOENIX — The Arizona Game and Fish Department will webcast a presentation outlining the need to establish a dedicated funding source for outreach, education and public awareness. The webcast, scheduled for 6 p.m. Aug. 9, will open a 30-day public input period that ends Sept. 8. The webcast will be recorded and made available throughout the public input period. Draft alternatives, based on this public input, vetting and benchmarking, will be presented to the Arizona Game and Fish Commission d... Full story
The Obi Fire on the Grand Canyon National Park North Rim Grows to 1,750 Acres. The Stina Fire on Kaibab National Forest is confined to 28 Acres. Grand Canyon, AZ - The Obi Fire is approximately 1,750 acres. Growth today was primarily in the northern and eastern portions of the fire perimeter. Light southwesterly winds throughout the day allowed fire to grow through pine needles and downed logs. Fire behavior was active with single tree torching and surface fire of one to two foot flames where... Full story
Western Caucus and Chairman Gosar Secure Major Victory for Tourism at the Grand Canyon WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressional Western Caucus Chairman Paul A. Gosar D.D.S. (AZ-04) released the following statement after the National Park Service’s (NPS) decision to cancel solicitation contracts that would have imposed exorbitant fees on guides and outfitters that provide whitewater rafting trips within Grand Canyon National Park and instead decided to extend existing contracts for one year:... Full story
The Obi Fire Grows to 10,067 Acres - Temporary Closures on Grand Canyon National Park's North Rim Remain In Place Grand Canyon, AZ - Growth of the Obi Fire was minimal this morning, but as the sun dried out fine fuels, the fire reanimated and became semi-active. The majority of the fire growth was in the southern section of the Wahalla Plateau. The Fire is now estimated at 10,067 acres. Fire crews continued backburning operations in the afternoon along Cape Royal Road and are close to wrapping u... Full story
To benefit the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Auxiliary, we invite you to our first (and unique) annual yard sale at Post 3513 in Scottsdale, Ariz., 7220 E. Wilshire Drive (just east of Scottsdale Road and south of Thomas). This event has more than just a great selection of items; it is also an indoor yard sale, so you can shop out of the heat. In addition, for $1.00, you can "graze" while you shop with a hot dog and a soft drink - all profits from this, as well as the sale, go to support the... Full story
For the past month, Americans have been subjected to wall-to-wall cable news coverage of a well-orchestrated campaign to dismantle the Second Amendment. This campaign, organized and funded by national gun control groups, has exploited a handful of grieving teens from the Parkland, Florida high school shooting tragedy. As a high school senior........ 
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Grand Canyon, AZ- The National Park Service (NPS) announced today that Grand Canyon National Park will modify its entrance fees beginning June 1, 2018 to provide additional funding for infrastructure and maintenance needs that enhance the visitor experience. Effective June 1, 2018 the park entrance fee will be $35 per vehicle or $30 per motorcycle, for a seven day pass. An annual park pass will cost $70. The NPS last October proposed a plan to adopt seasonal pricing at Grand Canyon and 16 other... Full story
Grand Canyon, AZ- In recognition of Grand Canyon National Park's 99th birthday, the National Park Service and Grand Canyon Association unveiled the logo for the park's upcoming 2019 Centennial. Depicting one of Grand Canyon's most significant elements, the Colorado River, the logo is a visual reminder of the rich natural, cultural, and historical resources found at Grand Canyon National Park. The accompanying tagline, Go Grand, encourages inspiration and grand adventures. The logo was the... Full story
PHOENIX, March 2, 2018-For Immediate Release. Tonto National Forest fire specialists will continue to conduct prescribed fire treatments on approximately 1,566 acres in areas north of Payson, starting on Monday, March 5, and continuing through Friday, March 9, 2018. The treatment areas are located north of Payson, northwest of Whispering Pines, and southwest of Verde Glen. The prescribed fire treatments are designed to maintain the thinning conducted over the last decade to improve the health... Full story
Mr. Beatty has Dementia & was last seen near his home in the 5200 blk of E. 3rd St.(Speedway/Rosemont). Mr. Beatty is 5'7, med build, gray hair & blue eyes. L/s wearing blue jeans & long sleeve yellow plaid shirt. Call 911 w/any info.... Full story
Publishers Note - A note from one of our readers. Is this for real? A commercial promoting pork says: "PUT SOME PORK ON YOUR FORK" The MAYOR REFUSES TO REMOVE PORK FROM SCHOOL CAFETERIA MENU AND EXPLAINS WHY: Muslim parents demanded the abolition of pork in all the school canteens of a Montreal suburb. The mayor of the Montreal suburb of Dorval has refused, and the town clerk sent a note to all parents to explain why. "Muslims must understand that they have to adapt to Canada and Quebec, its... Full story
For Immediate Release Date: 1/30/2018 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-04) contacted the U.S. Capitol Police, as well as Attorney General Jeff Sessions, asking they consider checking identification of all attending the State of the Union address and arresting any illegal aliens in attendance. Additionally, Congressman Gosar asked that they arrest those using fraudulent social security numbers and identification to pass through security. "Of all the places... Full story
OLYMPIA – State investigators have determined that an excessive buildup of mussels and other marine organisms on nets – caused by Cooke Aquaculture's failure to properly clean them – led to the August 19 collapse of the company's net pen at Cypress Island. An investigative report – authored by the departments of Natural Resources (DNR), Ecology, and Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) – found that 110 tons of mussels and plants had accumulated on the nets before the incident. The report was released... Full story
This special water has four key benefits… 1. It is a super antioxidant with every single swallow. 2. It is 300% more hydrating at the cellular level. 3. It cleanses the colon and helps create the perfect colon ecology. 4. It is alkaline for maximum health benefits. Alkaline water’s distinguishing element from ordinary water is its pH level. Not all water is created equal in that every single kind (including bottled water) may well possess either helpful traits or non-effective traits. Alk... Full story
I changed my car horn to gunshot sounds. People get out of the way much faster now. Optimism is going after Moby Dick in a rowboat and taking the tartar sauce with you! You know that tingly little feeling you get when you really like someone? That's common sense leaving your body. I didn't make it to the gym today. That makes five years in a row. I decided to change calling the bathroom the John and renamed it the Jim. I feel so much better saying I went to the Jim this morning. Old age is... Full story
Kingman, Arizona - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Kingman Field Office, in cooperation with the Arizona Game and Fish Department, will conduct a prescribed burn in the Hualapai Mountains 16 miles southeast of Kingman, Arizona, in the coming weeks. Weather permitting, burning may begin as early as February 22, 2016, and is expected to be completed within three to five days after ignition. The burn areas are located in the south and east end of the Hualapai Mountains in upper Blue Tank... Full story
The Tonto National Forest are selling Christmas tree permits at Mesa, Payson, and Pleasant Valley Ranger districts and at the Supervisors Office at the hours and locations listed below. Permits will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis until they are gone. In recent years, the Forest has not run out of permits. Permits can be purchased in person with cash, check, or credit card. Customers will be provided a map that shows the designated cutting areas along with additional Christmas tree... Full story
PHOENIX – Preparing for and responding to various emergencies is central to the Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs (DEMA) mission. On Nov. 4, 2015, multiple federal, state, and local agencies, along with representatives from non-governmental, private and voluntary organizations, will conduct a statewide exercise to test their ability to respond to a magnitude 7.0 earthquake. The exercise will allow agencies to evaluate their current plans, procedures and capabilities in r... Full story
"Osiyo, dohijo?" is a Cherokee greeting equivalent to the English, "Hello, how are you?" If you were in good spirits and feeling well, you might respond, "Osdv, senina?" or "Good, and you?" Our Cherokee people are the second largest tribe in the United States, with our Tribal Capitol in Tahlequah, Cherokee County, Oklahoma. Our tribe is not native to Oklahoma, where most of us reside, and we are not even native of the Appalachian Mountainous region where the Europeans first made contact with... Full story
Before you know it, the annual gift-giving season will be upon us. I don't know about you, but I like to start the shopping early to spread the cost over a couple of months. If you've got outdoor types on your list, here are a few ideas that are sure to make them happy. Weego Chargers Weego has a great gift package this season: It's a Weego Jump Starter Battery+ bundled with a Weego smartphone charger. The Weego is pocket sized and capable of starting 12V batteries in cars, boats, trucks, etc,... Full story
Our Aunt Darlene gave so much to her family and friends and will be deeply missed. Darlene taught for many years and was active in Peace Lutheran Church in Columbus, Neb. She and our Uncle Bill were married for 66 years, and especially to him and their children - Michalee, Jennifer, and Rex - we send our sincere sympathy. Jim and Carol Allen... Full story
PAGE, AZ – The National Park Service (NPS) has received numerous inquiries from local residents and park visitors regarding the effects of the Gold King Mine spill on waters within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The incident is being managed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Current information on the spill is available at www.EPA.gov/GoldKingMine. Contaminated wastewater from the Gold King Mine has not reached Lake Powell or the San Juan River within Glen Canyon. “We have not... Full story
Please join us in celebrating the life and legacy of one of Washington State's greatest leaders for higher education and a nationally respected voice for higher education access and affordability, the late Washington State University President Elson S. Floyd.... Full story
