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Off-roaders, anglers, ranchers — they all showed up to scratch their heads and mutter as the Tonto National Forest un… Read more
This is the fourth in a series about my fishing mentor, Uncle Bud, and how lessons I learned from him as a child cont… Read more
Another big fish record came to my attention that will probably stand for quite some time. Read more
Harry Shill has hunted most of his life. Read more
Dang, I hate holidays in the middle of the week. Read more
We tromp through the Christmas snow, me and Loki — still working out the relationship. Read more
This is the third in a series about my fishing mentor, Uncle Bud, and how lessons I learned from him as a child conti… Read more
In my last article, I noted that when I was a kid common carp was considered a trash fish since they have a tendency … Read more
Some hunters wait their whole life and never get a chance to hunt bighorn sheep. Read more
This is the second in a series about my fishing mentor, Uncle Bud, and how lessons I learned from him as a child cont… Read more
If you have lived long enough one can remember when $10 could buy something special especially when there is a tight … Read more
Arizona’s bald eagles are back and they will soon work on the next generation of eagles at breeding sites statewide. Read more
Passions ran high during an Arizona Game and Fish Department Open House Dec. 4 at Chasin’ A Dream Outfitters in Payson. Read more
The completion of the pipeline and water treatment plant on the Houston Mesa Road will definitely have a positive eff… Read more
I have referenced my Uncle Bud in several articles. I became a fly fisherman because of him. Read more
A wildlife biologist from the Arizona Game and Fish Department will answer questions about local game management from… Read more
My oldest grandson, Owen, is 12 and already out-fishes me, as does his younger brother Ayden. They are both more skil… Read more
The Thanksgiving weekend is upon us, which ushers in the holiday season. Family gatherings, with an abundance of grea… Read more
The week-long youth deer hunt recently came to a close in the Arizona high country. Read more
There have been several stories in the Roundup recently on the extreme danger that our communities face because of un… Read more
When we go fishing, we all want to catch a big fish, a lot of fish, or even better, both. I’ve spoken with anglers wh… Read more
Every fall I count down the days until the end of October; not for Halloween, but in anticipation of when I can expec… Read more
The Arizona Game and Fish Department sponsored the 10th Annual Outdoors Skills Camp on October 4-6 at the Colcord Roa… Read more
When I was a kid, I knew there were other fish in the creek, but they only became of interest to me when the trout fi… Read more
Some of the finest restaurants in the Valley and other metropolitan areas offer fresh trout dinners that seem to attr… Read more
There is still time to catch a glimpse of fall color in Rim Country. Read more
I used to dread the fall. Growing up in Southern California, all it promised was a return to school, less sunlight an… Read more
Every fishing season is identified by memorable catches and the thrill of being with friends and family when the trop… Read more
Having a trout fishing destination within 10 minutes of home is one advantage of living in Payson. Assuming the water… Read more
I’ve got the feeders full. Read more
You know that fall is in the air when the bull elk sound off in the Rim Country. The sound of bugling is also a sign … Read more
Gorgeous canyon vistas, a beautiful river, and a lot of trout. Lees Ferry is one of the prettiest places to fish. Alt… Read more
September is the transition month where you put the fishing equipment in the corner and pull the hunting equipment ou… Read more
Trevor Nelson, the Canyon Creek Hatchery manager, lifted a cover off the indoor raceway filled with thousands of youn… Read more
Hoping to promote responsible off-road use, a volunteer group is installing information kiosks with trail information… Read more
Labor Day weekend is the last major migration to the Rim Country by thousands of Valley residents. Read more
The Verde River embraced my inflatable kayak, gentle as a mother. The leafy arms of the cottonwoods shaded me as I pa… Read more
The USDA Forest Service, Tonto National Forest will increase campground fees beginning Oct. 1. Read more
We all know to call 911 if there is an emergency. There is another emergency number that I’d suggest adding to your p… Read more
I did my fair share of bobber fishing as a kid, but I often found myself really bored in the boat, or ready to wander… Read more
Along the Mogollon Rim with its many drainages, some of the best berry patches exist for those who enjoy picking wild… Read more
The brook’s a babbling — burbling even. I’m scouting the hole, planning my attack. Read more
The Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (WAFWA) honored conservation professionals from several western… Read more
I’ve been fishing a long time. One of the continuing joys of fishing for me is remembering events from my childhood o… Read more
Luna and I stood on the deck surveying the backyard and I glanced at the thermometer hanging in the shade — 100 degrees. Read more
Aren’t all rods and reels just about the same when it comes to catching a trout or bass? We know the answer to that, … Read more
Small creeks are where I learned how to consistently catch trout with a fly as a kid back in Pennsylvania. Read more
For most, the Pine Creek Trail is a short, beautiful and albeit not very difficult hike at the Tonto Natural Bridge S… Read more
The Arizona Game and Fish Department is investigating the recent death of an elk in the gated community of Chaparral Pines. Read more
Late spring and early summer in the Rim Country means that the cow elk that were bred during the rut are now having c… Read more
Late spring and early summer in the Rim Country means that the cow elk that were bred during the rut are now having calves. Read more
