Arizona Game and Fish Department - Arizona Game & Fish Department

We Conserve and Protect Arizona’s Wildlife

The mission of the Arizona Game and Fish Department is to conserve Arizona’s diverse wildlife resources and manage for safe, compatible outdoor recreation opportunities for current and future generations.

Wildlife photographers: Submit your photos before 5 p.m. on Aug. 8

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Tortoises make great pets, learn about adopting one today

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Find Your Adventure

Discover events designed to support and grow your love of the outdoors.

Jun 21 – Jul 5, 2025

Life Jacket Exchanges

All Day

Join our Arizona life jacket exchanges on various dates statewide.

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Jun 25-26, 2025

Just for Educators: Digital Maps in the Classroom Two-Day Workshop

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Arizona Game and Fish Department Headquarters

Discover free digital resources for engaging student learning with Focus Wild Arizona.

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Jun 28, 2025

Bighorn Sheep Viewing & Photography Tours

7:00 AM – 11:00 AM Canyon Lake Recreation Area

Don’t miss the opportunity to view one of Arizona’s most iconic animals during a boat tour.

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Jun 28, 2025

Stand-up Paddleboard Hands-On Classes

8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Biscuit Tank at Ben Avery Shooting Facility

SUP courses are offered on numerous dates throughout Arizona.

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Jun 28 – Sep 26, 2025

Get on the Water During a Kayak Class

8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Courses are offered on numerous dates throughout Arizona.

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Jul 1, 2025

FishAZ Network Hands-On Fishing Events

All Day

FishAZ Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently.

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Want to Go Hunting or Fishing Around the State?

Plan that hunting trip or find a fishing hole.

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Arizona residents and non-residents, 10 years and older need a valid hunting license to hunt in Arizona.

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find a community lake to fish

There are 50+ community lakes and ponds in Arizona. Make a memory fishing with the family!

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Latest News

Be in the know on all things Arizona Game and Fish.

Arizona outdoor hall of fame banquet is aug. 23

Wildlife for Tomorrow will honor inductees at the Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak.

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AZGF named “Commission of Year” at WAFWA

Recognized for leadership, innovation, & commitment to wildlife conservation.

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June 16: Deadline to update credit card information

2025 fall hunt draw applicants also can buy PointGuard products, add Arizona E-Tag before the deadline.

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