Founded in 1957, the Ben Avery Shooting Facility (BASF) is one of the largest publicly operated shooting facilities in the country. Our world-class shooting range is a City of Phoenix Point of Pride. It has received a Five Star rating from the National Association of Shooting Ranges. This means that it is the best of the best at providing a quality recreation experience and is the first government facility to receive this designation. Learn more about the facility today in our podcastas we speak with Chris DeChant the Ben Avery Shooting Facility Operations Manager.

Learn more at www.azgfd.gov/basf

The use of OHV's, or off highway vehicles, like ATV's and side by side's, is exploding across the west, including here in Arizona. However, as the number of people out enjoying themselves on the trails increases, safety becomes a bigger and bigger priority. To learn more about what you can do to keep you and your family safe while out riding, Kim Jackson, AZGFD's boating and OHV safety education program manager, joins the show to teach basic safety tips and more.

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On this episode of Wild About Arizona, host Michael Colaianni chats with Game & Fish Commissioner Marsha Petrie Sue about the monumental role the 5-person panel plays in making high-level decisions for the department.

Click HERE to find out more about the Arizona Game and Fish Commission