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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Jun 21, 2026
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Jun 25, 2026
Get on the Water During a Kayak Class
Courses are offered on numerous dates throughout Arizona.
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Jun 26, 2026
Just for Educators: Sonoran Desert Adaptations
Teachers, join AZGFD hands-on desert ecology workshop at Boyce Thompson Arboretum this June.
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Jun 27, 2026
Stand-up Paddleboard Hands-On Classes
SUP courses are offered on numerous dates throughout Arizona.
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Jun 30, 2026 – Apr 1, 2027
Outdoor Skills Network Hands-On Events
Outdoor Skills Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently.Â
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Jun 30, 2026 – Mar 31, 2028
FishAZ Network Hands-On Fishing Events
FishAZ Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently.Â
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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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AZGFD Celebrates Pollinator Week
June 22-28 is time to recognize the wildlife that keeps Arizona blooming.
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Arizona Wildlife photo contest is now open
Submissions accepted through 5 p.m. on Aug. 14, 2026.
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2026 Arizona Outdoor Hall of Fame inductees announced
Induction banquet is Aug. 22 at The Wigwam Resort in Litchfield Park.