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.
-
Jan 17, 2026
2026 Commission Awards Banquet
The 2026 Commission Awards Banquet will honor Arizonans for their wildlife conservation efforts.
Learn More >
-
Jan 31, 2026
Outdoor Skills Network Hands-On Events
Outdoor Skills Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently.
Learn More >
-
Jan 31, 2026
FishAZ Network Hands-On Fishing Events
FishAZ Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently.
Learn More >
-
Feb 12, 2026
Wild About Arizona: Meet Arizona’s Owls
Learn about owls at this virtual event. Register today!
Learn More >
-
Mar 28-29, 2026
Outdoor Expo
Experience wildlife and wild places at Arizona Game and Fish’s Outdoor Expo.
Learn More >
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!
Advertisement
Latest News
Be in the know on all things Arizona Game and Fish.
-
2026 pronghorn, elk draw now open
Deadline is 11:59 p.m. (Arizona time) Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026.
-
Arizona’s waterfowl, quail seasons flying by
There’s still time for hunters to take aim at some of the best wing-shooting opportunities in Arizona.
-
Prepare now for 2026 pronghorn/ elk draw
AZGFD offers tips to make the process go smoothly – application period ends Feb. 3.
