Educational series funded by the Be Outdoors Arizona Foundation
Ah, camping. A classic family tradition that goes back decades. Loading up the car with sleeping bags, a tent, a cooler full of goodies, and your nearest and dearest - it’s a tale as old as time. Say you find yourself daydreaming about taking the kids out on a wild camping adventure that they’ll [...]
Parenting can be hard and full of uncertainties. One thing’s for sure, though: spending time in nature with your kids provides them with all sorts of health benefits that will last across their lifespan. Overwhelmingly, scientific research shows that regular outdoor play leads to happier, less anxious kids. Did you know that having your kids [...]
Arizona —a land of rugged terrain, expansive deserts, and breathtaking canyons. For nature enthusiasts, travelers, adventure seekers, and outdoor lovers, this state offers some of the most diverse and wild national parks in the country. From towering cacti to ancient petrified wood, Arizona's national parks are treasure troves of natural beauty and wonder. In this [...]
The past 5 or 6 years has seen a huge movement to vilify hunters, especially those who pursue big antlers and horns. As we have seen in other aspects of society, words have become weapons, definitions changed to suit the latest outrage or coverup. In this case the term Trophy Hunting has become to mean [...]
“There are so many things that I love about the Arizona Family Campout (AZFCO). We do so many fun things! On the first day they welcome you with a nice smile and greeting, then we build our tent and when you come if you need help setting up your tent they are there to [...]
America’s fish and wildlife belong to all of us. Conserving and preventing the exploitation of these vital resources – on both public and private lands and waters within our borders – is critical to the well being of our nation and beyond. The Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies represents North America’s fish and wildlife [...]
