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.

  1. Oct 31, 2025 – Jun 27, 2026

    Outdoor Skills Network Hands-On Events

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

  2. Nov 1, 2025 – Jan 31, 2026

    FishAZ Network Hands-On Fishing Events

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

  3. Nov 13, 2025

    Wild About Arizona: Natural History of Wolves & Coyotes

    Virtual

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

  4. Dec 18, 2025

    Wild About Arizona: Packrats – The Infamous Animal Hoarders

    Virtual

    Learn about packrats and how their desert smarts help them thrive in Arizona.

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!

lake locations

Latest News

Be in the know on all things Arizona Game and Fish.

  1. Coues' white-tailed deer

    Nonpermit-tags for nonresident archery deer set

    Online-only sales (on a first come, first served basis) will begin at 8 a.m. (Arizona time) Monday, Nov. 3.

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  2. Javelina by cactus

    Leftover permit-tags remain for 2026 spring hunts

    Paper applications will be accepted by mail beginning at 8 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3.

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  3. 2026 spring hunt draw results available

    Applicants should check their free AZGFD portal account for draw results.

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