PHOENIX – Thanks to improved habitat conditions due to
recent rains, Arizona Game and Fish Department Director
Duane Shroufe has lifted fire restrictions at 16 of the
state’s wildlife areas, but restrictions remain in place
on 10 others. Restrictions have been lifted at the
following wildlife areas:
- Allen Severson
- Becker Lake
- Bog Hole
- Chevelon Canyon
- Clarence May and C.M.H. May Memorial
- Cluff Ranch
- Concho Lake
- Jacques Marsh
- Luna Lake
- Sipe White Mountain
- Springerville Marsh
- Tucson Mountain
- Wenima
- Whitewater Draw
- White Mountain Grasslands
- Willcox Playa
- Fire restrictions remain in place at 10 wildlife areas
prohibiting any open fires, including campfires and
barbecue grills. Smoking is not allowed except in a
vehicle. Propane cook stoves, heating devices and
lanterns are allowed for use in designated camping areas
only. The restrictions still apply to the following
wildlife areas:
Alamo Lake
- Arlington
- Base and Meridian
- Colorado River Natural Center
- Mittry Lake
- Powers Butte
- Quigley
- Robbins Butte
- Roosevelt Lake
- Upper Verde River
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July
2006