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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1971
Page
7
An experienced angler recalls early season bass fishing at Lake Havasu and Martinez Lake. He describes a two pound male guarding a nest, a relentless surface plug attack, and catching the fish after several tries. The piece then shifts to a study noting bass fin and muscle mechanics behind forward motion.
The Boating Industry Association warns lead free fuels with phosphorus can harm inboard and outboard motors, with tests showing premium non lead fuels may still risk valve life. Senator Kennedy reintroduces firearm registration and licensing bills. Arizona reports 472 citations in 1970 for boat regulations, and Earth Action Group led by Ralph Nader forms to fight environmental crime ahead of Earth Day 1970. Weather and fish hatchery notes, gun safety courses urged by the state department.
The third annual Spring Trap and Skeet League starts April 1 and runs Thursdays through June 3 at Phoenix Trap and Skeet Club, 12450 W Indian School Rd, Litchfield Park. Shooters may join as individuals or on teams with a handicap system. Sign-up fees total 2.50, 3.50 or 4.75 depending on target count.
Republican reps Burton Barr of Phoenix and William Buehl of Tucson led opposition to a bill allowing the Game and Fish Dept to raise hunting and fishing permit fees over five to ten years. They argued it would grant excessive power to the department without legislative review and reduce accountability to the people.
The National Wildlife Federation and 50 state affiliates mark National Wildlife Week through Saturday. The 1971 theme asks Who Needs It, with federation director Thomas L. Kirnball noting people share needs with wildlife but pollution and destruction impact wildlife sooner.
The bulletin rates Crescent and Luria in the White Mountains as arid with poor to fair bass prospects while Big Lake shows strong trout potential. Nelson Rainbow and Fools Hollow trout prospects are fair. Northern Pike at Lyman fair. Rim lakes show trout activity. Powell and Lee’s Ferry white river areas mix trout bass and crappie results.
The 10th Free Family Camping Clinic runs four Tuesday evenings from April 13 to May 4 at the Phoenix Adult Center auditorium. Sponsors include Maricopa County Parks and Recreation and Phoenix Parks, with sessions on where to camp in Arizona gear and cooking. A practice campout is planned May 8–9 at Poriderosa Group Campground with Maricopa Family Campers on-site to assist set up.
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