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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Feb 28 – Mar 1, 2026
Tres Rios Nature Festival
Bring the whole family to the FREE Tres Rios Nature Festival, partnered with the AZGFD.
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Mar 4, 2026
Just for Educations: AZ Resources for March Mammal Madness
Learn about Arizona resources to support March Mammal Madness in your classroom.
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Mar 12, 2026
Wild About Arizona: Black-footed Ferret
Join us for a virtual talk on the black-footed ferret and efforts to restore it.
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Mar 28-29, 2026
Outdoor Expo
Experience wildlife and wild places at Arizona Game and Fish’s Outdoor Expo.
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Mar 31, 2026
Outdoor Skills Network Hands-On Events
Outdoor Skills Network events are ongoing and the list is updated frequently.
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Mar 31, 2026
FishAZ Network Hands-On Fishing Events
FishAZ 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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Hunter Participation Survey
AZGFD conducting survey to gather important data for science-based management.
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elk, pronghorn draw credit card update deadline feb 17
Credit/debit card info needs to be updated by 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 17.
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45th annual “End of Trail” set for Feb. 22 – Mar. 1
Old West returns to Ben Avery Shooting Facility to host a week of throwback shooting competition.
