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“Open to the Public” Department sponsored fishing programs will have Sport Fishing Instructors available to provide instructions and answer your questions about fishing. The Department will also have available for loan to the public, on a first come first serve basis, 100 rods and reels and a limited supply of bait.

Fishing Programs are free unless otherwise noted. Program dates and times are subject to change. Participants 14 years and older may fish without a State or Urban fishing license between sanctioned fishing clinic hours, as long as they register at the Arizona Game and Fish booth, located at the fishing clinic site. All participants wanting to fish before or after sanctioned fishing clinic hours, must be lawfully licensed, with the exception of blind residents and juveniles under 14 years of age (who do not need a license).

For more information call the Education Branch at:
(623) 236-7235 or (623) 236-7219
 
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Schedule -"OPEN TO THE PUBLIC" FISHING PROGRAMS

                                              Updated: July 21, 2010   


When: Friday, September 10, 2010
5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Where: Peoria
Rio Vista Park Lake
Comments: "Family Fishing Evening"
Rio Vista Parks and Recreation and the Arizona Game and Fish Department are planning an evening of free fishing for the whole family. Arizona Game and Fish Department and Cabela's staff will be on hand to assist anglers. Bait will be provided and loaner rods will be available. We are looking forward to cooler evenings at the park.
Contact: Limited space will be available. You must register for this event by calling 623-773-8600
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When: Saturday, September 18, 2010
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Where: Payson
Green Valley Lakes
on Main Street and Green Valley Road
Comments: Payson Parks, Recreation and Tourism and the Arizona Game and Fish Department are Planning a day of fun fishing with Fishing Education instructors to answer all those questions you have about fishing. Bait and loaner rods will be available Vendors will be on hand with refreshments. National Guard Fishing Pros will be signing autographs and Ranger Boats will be on display. Stick around for an evening of music.
Contact: For more information please call the Payson Parks & Recreation And Tourism office at 928-474-5242
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When: Saturday,September 25, 2010

Where: Cottonwood
The Dead Horse State Park
2011 Kestrel Road Cottonwood, AZ 86326 
Comments: "Verde River Days"
Many of the scheduled activities for Verde River Days are sure to delight people of all ages. from canoe rides on the lagoon (with or without assistance) to nature hikes and fishing. The lagoon is stocked with hundreds of pounds of catfish, and the Arizona Game & Fish Department is on hand to help with poles, bait and tackle. In addition, there are dozens of environmental exhibits, some with hands-on activities and programs for children.   Food vendors offer refreshments.
Contact: For More information please contact the Dead Horse Ranch State park at 928-634-5283
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- New! 2010 Urban Fishing Guidebook and Regulations
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- New! 2009-2010 Fishing Regulations [PDF, 8.5mb]
- New! 2009 & 2010 Amphibian and Reptile Regulations [PDF, 316kb]
- Arizona Residency Requirements
[PDF, 202kb]
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