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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Sep 18, 2025
Get on the Water During a Kayak Class
Courses are offered on numerous dates throughout Arizona.
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Sep 20, 2025
Chronic Wasting Disease Workshops for Deer and Elk Hunters
Hunters can help keep Arizona’s herds healthy.
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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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Sep 28, 2025
19th Annual Fly Fishing Film Tour, Benefitting Wildlife for Tomorrow
The 19th Annual Fly Fishing Film Tour is coming to Phoenix, presented by AZ Fly Shop.
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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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Oct 31, 2025 – Jun 27, 2026
Outdoor Skills Network Hands-On Events
Outdoor Skills Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently.
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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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Hunters: Save tracking collars from big game
AZGFD asks hunters to return tracking collars undamaged to any department office statewide.
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AZGFD begins process to amend Article 8 rules
The department will accept written public comments through Oct. 12, 2025.
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AZGFD hosts FREE Outdoor Skills Camp
Event geared toward people and families new to hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation.
