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. Early Season Open: September 1–15

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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 20, 2025
    Chronic Wasting Disease

    Chronic Wasting Disease Workshops for Deer and Elk Hunters

    Hunters can help keep Arizona’s herds healthy.

  4. Sep 27, 2025

    FishAZ Network Hands-On Fishing Events

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

  5. Sep 28, 2025
    Brown trout White Mts

    19th Annual Fly Fishing Film Tour, Benefitting Wildlife for Tomorrow

    Moon Valley Country Club

    The 19th Annual Fly Fishing Film Tour is coming to Phoenix, presented by AZ Fly Shop.

  6. 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!

lake locations

Latest News

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

  1. AZGFD begins process to amend Article 8 rules

    The department will accept written public comments through Oct. 12, 2025.

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  2. AZGFD hosts FREE Outdoor Skills Camp

    Event geared toward people and families new to hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation.

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  3. Sun sets on “early” dove season Sept. 15

    Hunters can buy a valid Arizona hunting license and Arizona migratory bird stamp online.

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