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.

  • More white-winged doves can be part of limits. Season opens Sept. 1

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  • Arizona E-Tag: Your App to the Outdoors

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  • AZ Wildlife Views returns for another exciting season

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  • Tortoises make great pets, learn about adopting one today

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  • Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles

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Find Your Adventure

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

  1. Sep 14 – Oct 12, 2025

    Arizona Boater Education Course

    View the list of upcoming course dates.

  2. Sep 18, 2025

    Get on the Water During a Kayak Class

    Courses are offered on numerous dates throughout Arizona.

  3. Sep 27, 2025

    FishAZ Network Hands-On Fishing Events

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

  4. Oct 2, 2025

    Wild About Arizona: Black Bear Natural History and Biology

    Virtual

    Learn about black bears with Arizona Game and Fish biologists.

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.

  1. No need to travel far for excellent dove hunting

    City of Buckeye hosting several events surrounding season opener.

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  2. Holiday weekend plans up north? be bear aware

    AZGFD shares essential tips for staying safe while recreating in bear country.

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  3. Think safety first if operating OHVs over holiday

    AZGFD urges all OHV operators and passengers to wear a helmet and buckle up.

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