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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Aug 23 – Oct 8, 2025
Chronic Wasting Disease Workshops for Deer and Elk Hunters
Hunters can help keep Arizona’s herds healthy.
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Aug 30, 2025 – Apr 26, 2026
Outdoor Skills Network Hands-On Events
Outdoor Skills Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently.
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Sep 14 – Oct 12, 2025
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Sep 18, 2025
Get on the Water During a Kayak Class
Courses are offered on numerous dates throughout Arizona.
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Sep 27, 2025
FishAZ Network Hands-On Fishing Events
FishAZ Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently.
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Oct 2, 2025
Wild About Arizona: Black Bear Natural History and Biology
Learn about black bears with Arizona Game and Fish biologists.
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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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Planning a hunt should start on AZGFD’s website
Much of the information is updated annually by AZGFD’s wildlife managers.
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Check forest road closures before Kaibab deer hunt
Dragon Bravo, White Sage fires may impact deer hunt plans in Units 12AW and 12AE, and 12B.
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Copper State Draw benefits hunters, wildlife
Additional hunting opportunities help to generate revenue to fund wildlife conservation efforts.
