257wby Report post Posted July 1, 2009 I was just curious if any members have adopted a water catchment. Wondering what kind of schedule they require or if it is up to the ward. Thanks. Mike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TLH Report post Posted July 1, 2009 Mike, That program was developed and started by the group from the AWF and the game and fish really took a liking to it. I can tell you that the WM of the unit would want you to go look at the catchment and report back to him anytime that you can. They would rather you not fix any problems with the tank but they would like for you to let them know what the problem is. They do like the idea that we clean out the catchment if it is getting a lot of debris in it or dead animals--but over all once you adopt a tank you can check it anytime you want--they need the greatest help during the summer months obviously. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
257wby Report post Posted July 1, 2009 Has anyone subscribed to this activity? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TLH Report post Posted July 2, 2009 There are a few folks who have signed on but the game and fish really hasn't pushed the idea to hard. I think it is a great way for a person to contribute with out being with a group and i can't think of a better way to spend a day out in my favorite area scouting and cleaning up a tank that i have adopted. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GameHauler Report post Posted July 2, 2009 There are a few folks who have signed on but the game and fish really hasn't pushed the idea to hard. I think it is a great way for a person to contribute with out being with a group and i can't think of a better way to spend a day out in my favorite area scouting and cleaning up a tank that i have adopted. Terry and Mike, I have to agree with the concept as a good idea for a sportsman to feel they are giving back and helping wild life. They could go in and set up a camera to get some results of what they have done helping or just set a treestand or blind and enjoy it in person. (Please do not expect results overnite) You would have to maintain the source as reliable for years I would think to really see it helping the wildlife Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GameHauler Report post Posted July 2, 2009 A very dear friend helping me We had not turned the pump on yet. Should have seen what happened when we did A bit hard on the truck but we got her done What a good feeling Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NRS Report post Posted July 2, 2009 I was checking one last week and found a small muley buck that looked like a lion had killed it. The water had a ton of fresh tracks from all sort of critters. You will never know until you check them what you will find. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lucky2hunt Report post Posted July 7, 2009 TLH, do you have contact info for the Adopt a Tank program? We called the G&F office here in Flag a year or so ago and the girl we spoke to had no clue about it. Thanks, Ilene Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest RutNHard Report post Posted July 7, 2009 I am very interested in helping. What a great idea!!! I usually fix allot of them already so I can put my cams on them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TLH Report post Posted July 7, 2009 I do but i am at work right now. i will post the contact info up for all of you once i get back to the house today. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CouesWhitetail Report post Posted July 7, 2009 here is the info from AGFD website. They suggest contacting the WM in the unit you want to do the work in. http://www.azgfd.gov/w_c/AdoptCatchment.shtml Amanda Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lucky2hunt Report post Posted July 7, 2009 Thanks Amanda, I'll go down and talk to them again. Ilene Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
