We are the Arizona Game & Fish Department
Experience new ways to get involved in conserving and protecting Arizona’s amazing wildlife.
Find Your Adventure
Discover events designed to support and grow your love of the outdoors.
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Apr 13, 2023
Wild About Arizona: Incredible Crawling Critters
Learn about scorpions’ natural history and role in the ecosystem.
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Apr 22, 2023
Side-by-Side Driver Training Course
Hands-on course teaches the basic skills to safely and efficiently operate a side-by-side.
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Jun 28, 2023
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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Jul 31, 2023
Outdoor Skills Network Hands-On Events
Learn the basics about hunting, fishing, trapping, safety and other outdoor skills at this ongoing series of events.
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Jul 31, 2023
FishAZ Network Hands-On Fishing Events
Arizona has extensive opportunities and destinations to go fishing. The FishAZ Network will help you get started.
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Sep 15, 2023
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 in the city. Make a memory fishing with the family!
Stay In-the-Know
Find the latest news on all things Arizona Game and Fish.
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Arizona remains free of chronic wasting disease
No cases of fatal wildlife disease that affects deer and elk found in 1,199 samples collected in 2022.
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More big game hunting chances being offered
All hunters can apply for an additional elk, deer or pronghorn permit-tag beginning April 5.
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Review proposed recommendations for 2023-’24 hunts
Commission to consider proposed hunt recommendations at public meeting April 14 in Phoenix.
