Outdoors
- As season's turn, be wary of poisonous creatures
- BY JEAN WILSON, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN
- A recent report reveals the Arizona Game and Fish Department Commission supports our right to hunt and fish, so If passed by the Arizona Senate, H.C.R. 2008 would let voters decide on a state constitutional amendment to make hunting and fishing a rig... Full story
- Stay informed, aware of potential gun legislation
- BY JEAN WILSON, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN
- One of the measures passed this last week in our state legislature, then sent to the governor for consideration is House Bill 2307, of interest to those of us who hunt game animals in Arizona. Sponsored by Rep. Nancy McLain, R-Bullhead City, this bil... Full story
- Shooting sports opportunities are plentiful, educational
- JEAN WILSON, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN
- For many of us, taking advantage of shooting sports opportunities in Yuma is very important, for recreation as well as practice for hunting in Arizona. It also provides a great opportunity for families to do something fun together while teachin... Full story
- Don't have to look far for outdoors opportunities
- BY JEAN WILSON, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN
- Those of us who enjoy the outdoors don't have to look far to find something fun to do. For those who hunt and fish, there is a world of enjoyment waiting. If you enjoy camping and hiking, Yuma is the place to be. And If you are merely interested in s... Full story
- Time to get your Game and Fish questions answered
- BY JEAN WILSON, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN
- If you've ever wondered why the Arizona Game and Fish Department recommends an increase or decrease in harvest of game in your favorite unit, or have other hunt questions you've been wondering about, get your answers Wednesday between 6-8 p.m. at the... Full story
- West Wetlands fishing day a success
- BY JEAN WILSON, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN
- The latest youth fishing day at Yuma's West Wetlands Pond provided a world of fun for bunches of kids and their parents who came to enjoy the fishing with Arizona Game and Fish Department personnel assisted by the Southwest Habitat Partnership Commit... Full story
- Relax after the holidays with a trip to the outdoors
- BY EDWARD CARIFIO, SUN STAFF WRITER
- Hunting and fishing recreation offers families an outdoor adventure, so states the Arizona Game and Fish Department in its latest Wildlife News, and I wholeheartedly agree.
The stressful activity of the holiday season probably has most of us ready f... Full story
- Plenty of gifts to lovers of outdoors
- BY JEAN WILSON, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN
- If you're in a quandary about what Christmas gift to get for your favorite outdoors guy or gal, think about getting something they can use in the outdoors either for fishing or hunting - or both.
If they like to cook, check with Game and Fish on the... Full story
- Be sure to dress warmly for the start of deer season
- BY JEAN WILSON, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN
- Be prepared with long johns, knit caps and earmuffs when looking forward to the Dec. 11 opener of the archery-only, nonpermit required deer season running through Jan. 31, 2010. Many hunt areas are open along with a few general and muzzleloader (incl... Full story
- Bass heading for shallow water makes for great fishing
- BY JEAN WILSON, SPECIAL TO YUMA SUN
- As warm water rises to the surface of nearby lakes this time of year in the Yuma area, bass are heading for shallower water to feed (to fatten up for winter and colder water temperatures) making this another great time for fishing.
Natural hangouts ... Full story