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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Jul 18 – Aug 8, 2025
Life Jacket Exchanges
Join our Arizona life jacket exchanges on various dates statewide.
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Aug 9, 2025
Elk Viewing Workshop
Want to learn about and see hundreds of elk in one place at one time?
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Aug 30, 2025 – Apr 26, 2026
Outdoor Skills Network Hands-On Events
Outdoor Skills Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently.
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Sep 14, 2025
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Sep 27, 2025
FishAZ Network Hands-On Fishing Events
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.
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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OHV users: Put safety first over holiday weekend
AZGFD urges operators to ensure the safety of their passengers and avoid unnecessary risks.
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AZGFD investigates fish mortalities at Becker, Luna lakes
Anglers advised to avoid fishing Becker, Luna lakes at this time after dead fish reports on 6/27.
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Muzzleloaders: 28 white-tailed deer permit-tags left
Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis — by mail only — beginning July 7.
