Collaboration results in enhancements to Yuma fishing area

The Arizona Game and Fish Department’s Region IV (Yuma) and the Bureau of Land Management’s Yuma Sector celebrated the opening of the Redondo Pond Fishing Pier on August 4. The completion of this enhanced access project now provides enhanced access to stocked fishing opportunities at three locations around Yuma, at Redondo, Fortuna Pond, and at the West Wetlands Park pond.

Formed in an old gravel pit, the pond itself has existed for several years with limited access for fishing and recreation. The project, which took about a year-and-a-half to complete, included creating a parking area, providing disability access, and construction of the fishing pier.

Both agencies are excited to be able to contribute to the quality of life for Yuma residents and to help provide inexpensive and easily accessible opportunities to enjoy nature.

“It’s a reflection of our commitment to promoting family-oriented outdoor activities and recreational opportunities in Yuma County,” said Pat Barber, Game and Fish Region IV supervisor.

J. Todd Shoaff, field office manager for BLM, envisions this project as just the beginning. “Children today spend half as much time outdoors as their parents did as children,” he said. “The Redondo Pond is a perfect way for parents and children to connect to the outdoors together.”

For more information on Redondo pond or fishing opportunities in the Yuma area, please contact the Arizona Game and Fish Region IV office at (928) 342-0091.

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