AZLance Report post Posted January 21, 2005 Hey guys, It is that time again. Time to mark Saturday March 5th on your calendar. That is when the 9th anual Arizona Hunters Who Care Trash Pickup Day will be held. In case you dont know what this about, Arizona Hunters Who Care is the fastest growing grass roots hunting orginization in the state. We strive to give back to the sport that has given us so much. Our Trash Pickup Day will be held on March 5th, at the intersection of Hwy 286 and Arivaca Road (unit 36). Everything will be provided, gloves, trash bags, and lunch. All you need to do is show up and work for however long you can. The event will kick off at 8:00am and lunch will be from 12:00 to 1:00. If any of you are wondering, will cleaning up units 36a 36b and 36c. All of these units and the wildlife that use them have been devistated by the illegal allien traffic. Areas that used to be prime Mule deer, whitetail, Javalina and quail habitat, now have trash that sometimes is 2 feet deep. And hunters are the only one willing to make a difference. Last year our spring cleanup day had 128 people and our fall cleanup day had 180 people. We have made a big difference. Many of the ranchers whose property is trashed, have promised to keep their land open for hunting access, because of the good work hunters have done for them. This will be a great event to meet other hunters, G&F unit managers, Border patrol officers, and officials from the Buenos Aires Wildlife Refuge. Come on down and bring the whole family. Teach you kids about giving back to the wildlife that has giving us so much. If any of you are willing or able to help in set up or donations, please call my self at 955-4090 or Gabe Paz in the Tucson G&F office. thanks for your help, Lance Altherr Arizona Hunter Who Care azhunterswhocare@hotmail.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BASS Report post Posted January 21, 2005 Sounds great! I'll have to check my calendar for the fifth, but as far as I know it's as free as a whale named Willy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stanley Report post Posted January 21, 2005 For anyone who hasn't done this, you should SERIOUSLY consider showing-up! I took my two boys down last year, and we had a great time. What a great way to give back to the ranchers & help to keep the public land clean as well! I'll plan on being there for sure, and I'll try to get as many friends as possible to show up also! S. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHT_MTNMAN Report post Posted January 21, 2005 I think that is the beginning of my spring break, if it is I'll be there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZLance Report post Posted January 25, 2005 so, whose coming?? Who is going to show up for the sport they love so much?? anyone got a 1/2 a day for wildlife?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZLance Report post Posted February 2, 2005 Just wanna say THANKS to the ADA for stepping up to the plate again and donating to the cause. The ADA will be bringing their kitchen trailer, as well as helping out with the food. Thanks ADA Lance Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peckl1 Report post Posted February 3, 2005 As of today I will be off. Therefore, I'll be there. It's a little bit of work for a good cause. If you have the time it's a good way to spend it. Lee Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZLance Report post Posted February 10, 2005 getting close..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stanley Report post Posted February 16, 2005 Bumping this thread to the top again! All who can show-up should definitely make it a point to do so! This is an awesome event to participate in! I know that many of you coues hunters are always looking for an excuse to get out into coues country!!! The Arizona Deer Association has joined SCI Tucson in helping to sponsor this thing, and we're going to make it quite a big show! We will be raffling-off 2 (yes two!!!) .22 rifles to youth's ONLY, and a .223 in a general raffle. No raffle tickets to purchase, just show-up and pick-up trash. The more trash you pick-up, the better your chances of winning a rifle! As the Youth Chairman for the Arizona Deer Association, I would encourage anyone who has kids to bring them on down for a family day! Maybe win a rifle, and meet some great people. We'll be camping-out all weekend long, and would welcome all to join us in camp for some fun!! S. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZLance Report post Posted February 24, 2005 Ok, guys, just one week left before the biggest hunter volunteer event of its kind. We will be raffling off more hunting gear and guns for free than any other hunting banquet in the state, Any of you guys coming down for the camp out friday night?? Get there early if you want a spot.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CouesWhitetail Report post Posted February 24, 2005 I will be there on Friday and camp out. And Sat to pick trash. I hope to wrap up by early afternoon on Sat. Amanda Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stanley Report post Posted February 24, 2005 I'm hoping to roll-in by late afternoon on Friday, and staying for two nights. I figured that me and the boys might as well stick around for the entire weekend and enjoy some time in the desert. The little ones LOVE a good camping trip! We plan on doing a little scouting & shooting with the .22's after the trash duties die down as well.... Hopefully we can find some room to set-up the JADA trailer for the food. It sounds like there could be quite a crowd! S. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CouesWhitetail Report post Posted February 24, 2005 If anyone wants to see what kind of trash we pick up, check out what we got last year....I took lots of photos and posted them on the ADA site. 2004 Trash pickup article Amanda Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dodger2 Report post Posted February 25, 2005 I wish I could go, but I have to work. Every year that this is put on I have to work that day. I'd like to say thank you to everyone that participates in the event! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZLance Report post Posted March 1, 2005 HELP!!!!! Any of you who have contacts in the media, please inforn them of this event. We would love to have them there. Please pu them in touch with me ASAP. Lance Altherr azhunterswhocare@hotmail.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
