UPDATE! 2013 AZ Game and Fish Outdoor Expo

[motoman]

Every year the AZ Game and Fish puts on an Outdoor Expo with all kinds of fun for adults and kids. The event is free and parking is free. I work with the OHV Coalition to put on a show for the crowds. We set up rocks, boulders, ramp and dirt hill to show the people responsible offroading. We have John Hunter in his Sheriff's buggy MC'n while we wheel. We give away prizes to the kids. Our show goes every 60 mins.

I was tasked with getting some Broncos to come out and represent. All my usual brethren ended up with other commitments and can not attend. I need 2-3 more Broncos. Anyone interested? It's going to be March 23-24th, 2013. Our group normally comes out Friday night and sets up camp (tent or trailer) and we have a bonfire and some beverages. Wake up Saturday morning and put on the show from 9-5. Then enjoying the bonfire again and do it all over again on Sunday. You do not have to camp and could just come out every morning.

If you are interested please PM me and we can chat about the details. I would recommend at least 35" tires and at least 1 locker. I am trying to get last years videos staged and will post so you get an idea of the fun.

Pictures from last year

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EDIT: Got the videos posted!

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Information courtesy of AZ Game and Fish

Come out on Saturday, March 23 and Sunday, March 24, for the FREE Arizona Game and Fish Department Outdoor Expo, held on the 1,600-acre grounds of the world-renowned Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix.

Arizona’s largest hands-on outdoor expo offers fun activities, exhibits and educational presentations for the entire family

See live wildlife - hawks, owls, reptiles

Learn target archery

Take the kids to the huge catch-and-release fish tanks

Hike a nature/hunter education field course

Try out shooting sports in a safe environment on the shooting range

See camping demos and get tips on the best ways to set up a camp

View off-highway vehicle displays and pick up tips on responsible riding

Arizona Boat Show - boating displays and tips on watercraft recreation and safety

Try out specialty shooting sports – cowboy action, black powder, rifle and pistol silhouette, trap/skeet, more

Get hunting and fishing tips from local experts

Watch cowboy action shooters and mounted cowboy shooters in thrilling displays and competition

Attend wildlife presentations

Visit with more than 150 exhibitors and vendors

The Ben Avery Shooting Facility is located at 4044 W. Black Canyon Blvd. in Phoenix, Located on Carefree Highway, about 1/2 mile west of I-17 – just follow the signs

 

[Wyld3]

I may be able to make it. Let me get back to you. Sounds fun!

 

[motoman]

BUMP!!! Where's my AZ peeps?

 

[Mr Rags]

Man! I wish I didn't have to cancel on you. I would much rather hang with you than go to a wedding. The wife gave me a "pass", but you know how those go. "Go ahead Honey, I will just go to the wedding by myself". I'd be paying for that one for a while.

Have fun, I hope some brothers can help you out.

 

[motoman]

Man! I wish I didn't have to cancel on you. I would much rather hang with you than go to a wedding. The wife gave me a "pass", but you know how those go. "Go ahead Honey, I will just go to the wedding by myself". I'd be paying for that one for a while.

Have fun, I hope some brothers can help you out.

Well the good news is the event is Saturday and Sunday. So what ever day the wedding doesn't fall on come awn out. You can still do a one day'r if I know you're coming and can get you on the roster. Let me know! Would love to have ya!

 

[70_Steve]

I'll probably be there to help out. But it's still questionable as to whether the Bronco will make it. Still waiting to hear from the machine shop...

 

[bohntr28]

Sorry Motoman,
That is the opening weekend for spring bear and my dad and I are doing a backpack hunt for the weekend. It's great that you help out with the expo! I will have to plan for this next year for sure.

 

[motoman]

Come awn!!! I need a couple of Bronco for fun, show'n off, educational, camping and camaraderie!

Anyone???

 

[sprdv1]

bump for a good cause...


Wish I were closer brother.. good luck

 

[xcntrk]

Oh man that looks awesome. Wish I lived 2k miles closer

 

[admin]

Sorry Greg, but I'm out of town. Sounds like a cool event though.

 

[motoman]

Thanks guys.....just can't believe not one showoff in the bunch....(from AZ). We need your help!

BUMPITY BUMP!

It's a fun group. One day or two... camp or don't camp....!!! And guns, archery, petting zoos, birds of prey,fishing pond! Even a chain gun they shoot every hour!

If you can't assist come awn out and say hi to us!

 

[motoman]

Thanks guys.....just can't believe not one showoff in the bunch....(from AZ). We need your help!

BUMPITY BUMP!

It's a fun group. One day or two... camp or don't camp....!!! And guns, archery, petting zoos, birds of prey,fishing pond! Even a chain gun they shoot every hour!

If you can't assist come awn out and say hi to us!

Trying to bring it to the top again....... I have one range rover now.... still no Broncos

 

[motoman]

We are heading up tonight to get set up! We will be doing demonstrations from 9-5 both Saturday and Sunday. Stop by and say hey!

 

[motoman]

2013 AZ Game and Fish Outdoor Expo OHV

The event went very well! I want to thank Don and Anita Martin, Mitch and Jeanette Ragsdale, Todd and Michelle Defrane, Johnny and Greyson Brink and my son Shelby and his girlfriend Danni for all their support, photos, videos and participation. Chris really appreciated our support and professionalism this year!

THANK YOU THANK YOU!

Pictures and video soon!!!

Broncos got represented!!!

 

[motoman]

Here is a note that came from AZ Game and Fish:

Dear Outdoor Expo Exhibitors and Vendors,

On behalf of everyone at the Arizona Game and Fish Department, I want to express my sincerest thanks and deepest appreciation for your participation in the department’s Outdoor Expo, March 23-24, at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix. We have always believed that a large number and variety of exhibitors from the outdoor community, along with high-quality vendors, are key to the event’s success. Because of you, this year was no exception. All told, the Expo attracted 38,500 visitors (35,000 Sat & Sun) — including 3,500 schoolchildren, teachers and chaperones on Expo Youth Day, March 22.

This annual event is a terrific opportunity for the public to learn about wildlife, sportsmen’s and conservation groups, and all kinds of outdoor recreational activities, often through hands-on experiences that many of you made possible. We hope you had as great a time as we and our visitors did, and we look forward to seeing you at next year’s Outdoor Expo. So, please mark your calendars and save the dates of March 29-30, 2014.

Again, thank you.

Ty Gray
Assistant Director for Information and Education
Arizona Game and Fish Department

 

[sprdv1]

Great stuff Greg!!! as always

 

[motoman]

Thought I already posted up photos and videos.... guess not! ;D

Here you all go!

http://www.emotoman.com/indextrail4x4.html

AZ Game and Fish Outdoor Expo OHV Exhibition
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Day 2