Outdoor PursuitsEnjoying the Natural World Around Us

March is spring cleaning time. That goes for fishing gear, too. Not only is it a good time to muck out the tackle box, but it’s an opportunity to inspect, clean, replace and restock rods, reels and tackle.

• Inspect rods closely. Look for cracks, nicks and loose parts. Pay particular attention to the guides, ferrules and reel seat. These are where problems are most likely to occur. Repair or replace as necessary.

• Get reels in top spinning condition. Perform one or two casts and retrieves to see if they are working properly and smoothly. If necessary, clean parts with Reel Kleen or similar reel cleaner, and apply lubrication as recommended by the manufacturer.

• Off with the old.Fishing line can become brittle and memory coiled in time. Replace with new line. Be sure to dispose of the old line properly.

• Get the point. Keeping

hooks sticky sharp is important. It can mean the difference between success and failure. It’s also one of those things many of us don’t take time to do on a regular basis.

• Use it or lose it. Weed out unnecessary lures and other tackle. If you haven’t used it in a long time, get rid of it to make room for tackle you will use. Put the old stuff in a “loaner” tackle box for kids or fair-weather anglers who come to visit.

• Replace old jar bait and plastics. Jar bait gets old fairly quickly once it’s opened. Toss it when it gets hard. The same

is true of plastic baits, which lose their resilience, stiffen and crack with age.

Outdoors 101:Know Your Wild PlantsOutdoor enthusiasts should have at least a basic knowl-edge of trees and plants they may encounter. A generic field guide is helpful, but may not be enough because iden-tifying features of plants and trees may vary by region.

Whenever possible, acquire plant information locally, whether by consulting a local expert or referencing a state- or region-specific field guide.

Helpful Hints for Hydration Bladders

• Fill the bladder with equal portions of ice and water to keep water cold longer. This works especially well for long, hot day hikes.

• Use a mild flavor

enhancer—such as Nuun tablets—to mask the plastic-like taste of some types of bladders.

• Always carry the bladder in a protected area within the backpack, away from other gear, to guard against punctures and ruptures.

• Invest in a cleaning kit. Most come with a brush, drying hanger, and cleaning tablets or solutions.

• When not in use, detach the hose and mouthpiece, and store them and the open blad-der in a dry, dust-free place.

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Many of Curtis Condon’s fondest memories involve outdoor adventures with friends and family, whether � shing with old school buddies, backpacking in the mountains of the Northwest with his sons or bird watching along the Coast with his wife. He feels fortunate to have had the opportunity to write about the outdoors and other subjects for more than 30 years.

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Take time at least once a year to inspect, clean and organize your fishing gear and tackle box. Consider making a checklist of things to do to keep your gear in good condition and ready for action during future outings.Photo by iStock/Doug4537

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Co-op Leaders Detail Impact of EPA Rules

By Geoff Oldfather Arizona’s G&T Cooperatives

If you have ever lost your voice, you know it is hard to carry on a conversa-tion, which makes it almost impossible to explain com-plex issues to someone.

The analogy applies to rural electric cooperatives when it comes to the Arizona state legislature, where rural Arizonans are in danger of losing their voices—and it is getting more challenging to explain our issues to state lawmakers, who have a real effect on what we do and how we do it.

The math shows why edu-cating state lawmakers about our issues is getting harder. There are 30 legislative dis-tricts with two state represen-tatives and one state senator from each district; 90 legisla-tors in all. Only nine districts and the 27 legislators from those districts—nine senators and 18 representatives—have electric co-op service territory in their districts.

The bottom line: Fewer than a third of state lawmakers

have a direct connection to us, our neighbors, our businesses and the communities that rely on an electric cooperative to deliver safe, reliable and afford-able power.

There was a time when Arizona was more rural, and half the lawmakers at the state capital had a connection to rural districts that included co-op service territory.

Fortunately, we have legis-lators in key leadership posi-tions who are familiar with our issues. State Sen. Gail Griffin (R-LD14) is Senate majority whip, chairwoman of the Water & Energy Committee, vice chair-woman of Rural Affairs & Environment and a member of the Rules Committee. State Rep. David Gowan (R-LD14) is speaker of the House. State Rep. David Stevens (R-LD14) is chairman of the House Rules Committee.

In spite of their leadership positions, they need our help educating other lawmakers about our issues. That is why board members, staff and management from Arizona’s G&T Cooperatives and its

six member cooperatives were at the state capitol in Phoenix for Grand Canyon State Electric Cooperative

Association’s 2015 Annual Meeting and Legislative Conference February 10-12.

Co-op representatives were

Down the LineNews From Arizona’s G&T Cooperatives

Trico Electric Cooperative director Barbara Stockwell, right, discusses regulatory issues affecting the state’s electric cooperatives with state Rep. Andrea Dalessandro (D-LD2) during the annual legislative summit and statewide elec-tric cooperative’s annual meeting in Phoenix.

Annual trek to the state capitol provides valuable face time with state lawmakers

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divided into teams, with each assigned a roster of state repre-sentatives and senators to visit.

The list of issues included proposed legislation to insu-late Arizona from an over-reaching and harmful federal implementation plan on carbon rules by authorizing the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality to propose and carry out a state implementation plan.

The co-ops also sup-ported a companion piece of

legislation to send a message to Congress expressing the legislature’s opposition to the 111(d) rules, as proposed, and urging recognition of the state’s primary role in estab-lishing and implementing rules under this section of the Clean Air Act.

The teams also met with lawmakers and com-missioners at the Arizona

Corporation Commission about the potential negative effects of the proposed car-bon rule, energy-efficiency standards and overall opera-tions of electric co-ops, among other topics.

“Electric cooperatives pro-vide a unique perspective on the issues impacting an affordable and reliable elec-tricity supply to rural areas,”

said Phil Bashaw, director of Government Relations and Grassroots Advocacy at Grand Canyon State Electric Cooperative Association. “It is important that we take every opportunity to commu-nicate that perspective to our elected officials so they are prepared to make informed decisions that will impact our communities.” n

State Rep. David Stevens (R-LD14) meets with leaders from Arizona’s electric cooperatives during Grand Canyon State Electric Cooperative Association’s 2015 Annual Meeting and Legislative Conference, held at the start of the legislative session to give co-op directors and managers a chance to educate lawmakers about issues that could impact members.Photos by Geoff Oldfather

Proposed Carbon Rule Goals Disproportionately Impact ArizonaThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed carbon rule for existing generation was the overriding issue for Arizona’s electric cooperatives during Grand Canyon State Electric Cooperative Association’s annual meeting.

The EPA’s proposed rule for Arizona calls for a 52 percent reduction in carbon emissions from existing coal-fired power plants. If that stands, it means every coal-fired plant in the state will have to shut down by 2020—the year the EPA’s interim rule goes into effect.

In setting the goal for Arizona, the EPA is pointing to unused natural gas capacity with plants built more than a decade ago to sell power into the California market. However, these merchant generator plants are privately owned. Even if Arizona’s electric co-ops could buy the unused capacity—which they cannot—the infrastructure does not exist to get the power to where it is needed. Forget the hundreds of millions—if not billions—it would take to build new transmission infrastructure. It is simply impossible to plan for, design and buy pathways, and obtain the hundreds of local, state and federal permits needed in only six years. It probably could not be done by the year 2030, when the EPA’s final rule goes into effect.

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Left, another unusal sign regarding free-roaming animals. Scott Napoli encountered it while on a hunting trip in New Zealand. It alerts motorists about the cattle guard across the roadway ahead. Photo submitted by Scott Napoli of Eagle Creek, Oregon

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Board of DirectorsBilly Adams, PresidentRyall Stewart, Vice PresidentJoel Carlisle, SecretaryHarold Burdick, TreasurerPaul ElmoreBelinda HeplerMichael Machado

General ManaGerKevin Short

ANZA ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC.P.O. Box 391909 • Anza, CA 92539

Phone: (951) 763-4333 • Fax: (951) 763-5297 • aec@anzaelectric.org • www.anzaelectric.orgOur crew is on standby 24 hours a day. To report an outage or other service problem, please call (951) 763-4333.

I often write here about the challenges of operating an electric utility—most notably about the unique and sometimes confusing issues we face as a cooperative. Occasionally, the message can get lost in detail, but one thing remains crystal clear: We care about what you care about.

Inside this issue of Currents, on pages 4 and 5, we have included a survey for your consideration. Please take a few moments to respond; it is important we hear from our members.

Cooperatives are independent, autonomous organizations that work toward common goals and for the common good. But the only way to know which of our strategies are working well is to have feedback from those who benefit from membership.

We can follow best industry practices. And we do. We can make informed, thoughtful business decisions. We do this, too. However, the best analysis tool in our possession is direct and honest member participation.

Our strategic planning efforts are based on member needs. We all need access to safe, reliable and affordable electric energy, but how we get to that goal is the big question. What works for the individual member—and the cooperative as a whole—is the key to our most complex issues.

Do you like our magazine? How do you prefer to pay your monthly bill? Are we communicating well enough with you? What do we do best? How can we improve?

These are some of the questions you can help us to answer.We function as an important and integral part of life in our com-

munity. We are engaged and involved in every aspect of everything that makes up our little corner of paradise. Member participation in the process of keeping the lights on is mission critical. Our doors are open. Our lines of communication to our members are working.

Please let us know what you think.

What Do You Think?EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES

February, March and AprilCongratulations!

XSandy King .......................... 1 year XJennifer Miller ......................1 year XTami Slusher .................... 24 years

IMPORTANT DATES XDaylight saving time begins ..................... March 8

XPublic safety presentation, 11 a.m., Anza Library, Hamilton School .......... March 14

XDirector candidate petitions due .................... May 19

XAnnual membership meeting .............................. July 18

Kevin Short

A Message from the Manager

Need Help With Your Utility Bills?CAP Riverside/HEAP Program Anza Community HallWednesday, March 189 to 11 a.m.

BRING COPIES OF:XX Proof of household incomeXX Current electric and propane

billsXX Proof of U.S. citizenshipXX Picture ID for applicantXX Any disconnect/urgent

notices (if applicable)XX Food stamps notice of action

(current)

For application information, visit www.capriverside.org or www.anzaelectric.org.

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