Field reports: Record pronghorn from New Mexico
HUNTING – A pronghorn killed by a New Mexico hunter was certified this month by the Boone & Crockett Club as the world record.
Mike Gallo shot the pronghorn in Socorro County, New Mexico, in September 2013. Its official score is 96 4/8 points.
The buck surpassed the existing record – a tie of 95 points set a decade ago by two pronghorns taken in Arizona – by 1 1/2 inches. That’s the widest margin between any of B&C’s 3,400 entries for trophy pronghorn.
The left horn of the record antelope measures 18 4/8 inches, and the right horn measures 18 3/8 inches. The prongs measure 7 inches on the right and 6 5/8 inches on the left.
Gallo has killed the top three pronghorns in New Mexico. The state ranks second in pronghorn entries in Boone & Crockett records with 627. Wyoming is first with 1,154.
Rose Lake launch closed for repairs
WATERSPORTS – The Rose Lake boat launch and picnic area was closed Thursday for reconstruction work that will continue into November, Idaho Fish and Game officials said.
The old Watson Road fishing access with a gravel ramp will be open while the main ramp is closed.
The project will convert the Rose Lake boat access from a primitive site to a modern facility with expanded and closer parking, a new access road to the ramp and a larger boat loading area.
Orienteering event geared to all abilities
NAVIGATION – The E astern Washington Orienteering Club will be celebrating National Orienteering Week on Saturday at Mirabeau Point in Spokane Valley.
In addition to the noon outdoor fun competition, there will be two classes on orienteering, an introductory class and an advanced skills class, offered through the City of Spokane Valley Parks & Recreation Department.
Info: ewoc.org
Equestrians celebrate at Riverside Park
PARKS –The new equestrian area at Riverside State Park will be dedicated Saturday with programs, country poetry, a spaghetti feed and more from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Saturday is a FREE day at Washington State Parks; the Discover Pass is not required.
Groups and individuals will perform in the 140- by 240-foot arena and the 60-foot round pen. Drill teams, mounted shooters, jousters, trainers and others will perform and many demonstrations are planned, including knot tying, shoeing and therapeutic riding.
The equestrian area is off Government Way between Old Trails Road and Fort George Wright. From Government Way turn north on Equestrian Lane (the new name for the old Aubrey White Parkway); go 0.2 mile and turn right into the equestrian area.
Info: (509) 466-2225.