For you AZ-locals, how much of this is legit? Was sent to me by a friend, but only Fox has picked up on it.
AZ south of I-8, between Gila Bend and Casa Grande, closed to Americans
Parts of AZ closed?
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- M Wolverton
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Re: Parts of AZ closed?
I've seen photos of warning signs in that area and had read the quotes from the Pinal Co. Sheriff, but the headline and a lot of that sounds
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Re: Parts of AZ closed?
That just sounds crazy!
Re: Parts of AZ closed?
They have been warning folks for several years now about camping in areas immediately adjacent to the border. Sycamore canyon/ruby roads are good examples. This is a pretty good example though of just how bad things are getting down there and I truly suspect that the story is fairly accurate. Very depressing as the southern part of the state is one of my favorite places to visit.
Re: Parts of AZ closed?
Yep! It's all true...every word of it! The "Fox Nation" reports only the gospel! Should you have any concerns for your safety...STAY THE HELL AWAY from southern AZ. This place is the cartels' playground now!!!
And it only gets worse during the monsoons!!!!
LOL!
And it only gets worse during the monsoons!!!!
LOL!
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Re: Parts of AZ closed?
I hear drug smugglers like to hide in talus slopes, waiting to ambush unsuspecting passersby.Rob wrote: And it only gets worse during the monsoons!!!!
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I hope so!Yep! It's all true...every word of it! The "Fox Nation" reports only the gospel! Should you have any concerns for your safety...STAY THE HELL AWAY from southern AZ. This place is the cartels' playground now!!!
And it only gets worse during the monsoons!!!!
LOL!
Re: Parts of AZ closed?
Just found this on Buenos Aires NWR's webpage:
http://www.fws.gov/southwest/refuges/ar ... 202010.pdf
probably media hype after all, but I'm still interested in whatever opinions people have.
http://www.fws.gov/southwest/refuges/ar ... 202010.pdf
probably media hype after all, but I'm still interested in whatever opinions people have.
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Re: Parts of AZ closed?
I'm sure out of state hunting license is available. That should allow you to carry on any land that allows hunting.
Re: Parts of AZ closed?
I spend a lot of time in these areas and no its not true, but. But at times sheriffs will tell you to stay away from this area or that area. I respond by saying, its YOUR job to protect the public and tell them where NOT to go.
As far as actual danger, I have seen lots and lots of illegals and drug smugglers and not one has done anything aggressive. But then, I do not confront them or carry a gun(become a threat).
There is no question, my life and limbs have been in danger from BORDER PATROL. They go crashing around our back roads, with lots of testosterone, a gun and a big truck. AND NO TRAINING. This is what the veteran BP tell me. The young guys quit before they can be fully trained.
On any given night, Border Patrol kills more wildlife (reptiles in particular) then all the poachers take.
And please this is not a statement in support of illegals or drug smugglers. Its a simple statement of whats going on here.
As far as actual danger, I have seen lots and lots of illegals and drug smugglers and not one has done anything aggressive. But then, I do not confront them or carry a gun(become a threat).
There is no question, my life and limbs have been in danger from BORDER PATROL. They go crashing around our back roads, with lots of testosterone, a gun and a big truck. AND NO TRAINING. This is what the veteran BP tell me. The young guys quit before they can be fully trained.
On any given night, Border Patrol kills more wildlife (reptiles in particular) then all the poachers take.
And please this is not a statement in support of illegals or drug smugglers. Its a simple statement of whats going on here.
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Re: Parts of AZ closed?
No date on the release itself, but judging from the file name it came out yesterday.VanAR wrote:Just found this on Buenos Aires NWR's webpage:
http://www.fws.gov/southwest/refuges/ar ... 202010.pdf
From Organ Pipe Cactus NM's web site:
It's been like that at least since I visited last fall.Due to our proximity to the International Boundary with Mexico, some areas near the border are closed for construction and visitor safety concerns.
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All backcountry areas are closed to overnight use.