Off-road vehicles, RVs, kayaks, motorcycles, lanterns, trucks: What do these all have in common? They are all coming to the Southwest in awesome expos and events ahead this spring. It's the time of year when the Southwest really comes alive -- on water and on land.

Anderson Mill - An Arizona Adventure

Thank you, Bob Brown of Media Direction for the cover photo that represents the power and energy of the outdoor activities that begin at this time of the year. We recommend that you attend as many of these awesome events as you can and celebrate the outdoors near you.

PORTS

2 DOWNSTREAM - Cruise through some of the upcoming events in the Southwest.

5 BOATING - Do your winter checkup safely.

9 TACKLE & TARGET - This month's Arizona angling pro is Dylan Maxon.

10 LAND CRUISING - Anderson Mill is a fascinating place to visit.

15 WESTERN WILDLIFE - Did you know that AZGFD protects Arizona's over 800 wildlife species?