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.

  1. Mar 12, 2026
    Black-footed ferret in grass field

    Wild About Arizona: Black-footed Ferret

    Virtual

    Join us for a virtual talk on the black-footed ferret and efforts to restore it.

  2. Mar 25, 2026
    A ringtail with large dark eyes and a striped tail perched on a green tree branch at night.

    Just for Educators: AZ’s Wildlife Sweet 16 (March Mammal Madness Continued)

    Virtual

    Join our FREE March Mammal Madness extension webinar for educators!

  3. Mar 28-29, 2026

    Outdoor Expo

    Ben Avery Shooting Facility

    Experience wildlife and wild places at Arizona Game and Fish’s Outdoor Expo.

  4. Mar 31, 2026

    Outdoor Skills Network Hands-On Events

    Outdoor Skills Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently. 

  5. Mar 31, 2026

    FishAZ Network Hands-On Fishing Events

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

  6. Apr 2, 2026

    Wild About Arizona: Corvids – A Fascinating and Intelligent Group of Birds

    Virtual

    Learn about ravens, crows and jays 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. AZGFD’s Outdoor Expo returns March 28-29

    Register for a chance to win a special price pack and check out all the Expo has to offer.

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  2. Above average temps could bring out rattlesnakes

    As warm weather brings rattlesnakes out, these tips can keep you safe outdoors.

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    Pilot project to protect fish begins at canyon lake

    AZGFD, Tonto National Forest officials ask the public to avoid equipment in Boulder Cove.

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