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.
Find Your Adventure
Discover events designed to support and grow your love of the outdoors.
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May 17 – Aug 15, 2025
Get on the Water During a Kayak Class
Courses are offered on numerous dates throughout Arizona.
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May 31 – Jul 30, 2025
Outdoor Skills Network Hands-On Events
Outdoor Skills Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently.
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Jun 7, 2025
Flipping Kayaks for Fun
Get out on the water and learn how to recover from a capsized kayak.
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Jun 15, 2025
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Jun 25-26, 2025
Just for Educators: Digital Maps in the Classroom Two-Day Workshop
Discover free digital resources for engaging student learning with Focus Wild Arizona.
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Jun 28, 2025
Bighorn Sheep Viewing & Photography Tours
Don’t miss the opportunity to view one of Arizona’s most iconic animals during a boat tour.
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Want to Go Hunting or Fishing Around the State?
Plan that hunting trip or find a fishing hole.
buy your hunting license
Arizona residents and non-residents, 10 years and older need a valid hunting license to hunt in Arizona.
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.
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Applications for 2025 fall hunts due soon
The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. (Arizona time) Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
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National Safe Boating Week begins May 17
AZGFD and partner agencies will conduct life jacket exchanges at several locations statewide.
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Local Sportsmen’s Group grants available
Grant dollars are used for public, mentored projects to recruit and develop new hunters and anglers.
