Arizona Game and Fish Department - Arizona Game & Fish Department

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.

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Find Your Adventure

Discover events designed to support and grow your love of the outdoors.

Apr 15, 2025

Wildlife Educator Book Club: The Endangereds

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Virtual

Join the Wildlife Educator Book Club for a virtual session exploring The Endangereds.

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Apr 24, 2025

Wild About Arizona: Natural History of Wolves & Coyotes

6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Virtual

Join us for a deep dive into the natural history of wolves and coyotes.

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Apr 30, 2025

Outdoor Skills Network Hands-On Events

All Day

Outdoor Skills Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently.

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Apr 30, 2025

FishAZ Network Hands-On Fishing Events

All Day

FishAZ Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently.

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May 3, 2025

Payson Wildlife Fair

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Green Valley Park, Payson, AZ

The fair will feature live wildlife, fishing, archery and booths from local and state organizations.

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May 17 – Aug 15, 2025

Get on the Water During a Kayak Class

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Courses are offered on numerous dates throughout Arizona.

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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.

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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.

Rabies-related incidents on rise across state

Pets, as well as livestock such as horses, should be vaccinated regularly against rabies.

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AZGFD: Baby wildlife should be left alone

Young animals found are rarely abandoned. In almost all cases, one or both parents are nearby.

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Catfish stockings to begin in most community waters

AZGFD’s Community Fishing Program provides family-friendly opportunities close to home.

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