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August 2022 Arizona Hunting Calendar Compiled By Margie Anderson Make sure you don't miss an opportunity to hunt! Keep an eye on the Arizona Game and Fish website at azgfd.gov so you know when the... Full story

The Arizona Game and Fish Commission is soliciting nominations for the 2022 Commission Awards. Nominations can be submitted online; the submission deadline is Aug. 24, 2022. The purpose of these award... Full story

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Wild Arizona: 200 Captive Desert Tortoises Need Forever Homes For some, a dog or cat will do just fine. But for others who are considering adopting something truly unique to Arizona, say hello to... Full story

Waterfowl and snipe, trapping rules are also on AZGFD's website. The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) has posted the "2022-2023 Arizona Dove and Band-tailed Pigeon Regulations" at... Full story

The Wildlife for Tomorrow Foundation will honor the 2022 class of inductees into the Arizona Outdoor Hall of Fame at the annual Hall of Fame banquet on Saturday, Aug. 20. The event will be held at... Full story

Opening day is Thursday, Sept. 1 Arizona’s dove hunters should have no complaints when the 2022 season opens Sept. 1. All signs indicate that there will be birds aplenty, particularly for those... Full story

July 12 is deadline to apply for Local Sportsmen's Group grants. The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is accepting applications for $75,000 in annual grant funding for local sportsmen's... Full story

Only three days remain to purchase tickets for the 2022 Arizona Big Game Super Raffle. Customers who place online orders today through Sunday will automatically be entered to win daily cash prizes... Full story

AZGFD Catutions OHV Riders, Boaters, Anglers, During Monsoon Monsoon weather is right around the corner, and the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) cautions boaters, anglers and off-highway...

Don't Miss Your Chance To Enter The Arizona Game and Fish Commission annually awards the organization Special Big Game Tags, for seven of the state's big game species - bighorn sheep, elk, mule deer,... Full story

Don't Miss Your Opportunity! Compiled By Margie Anderson Make sure you don’t miss an opportunity to hunt! Keep an eye on the Arizona Game and Fish website at azgfd.gov so you know when the latest re... Full story

Arizona Game and Fish Department biologists and road ecologists have been working with the Arizona Department of Transportation and other agencies across the nation, advising them on how to build... Full story

This was not the act of a hunter. The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is seeking information about the recent shooting of two javelinas in the Cave Creek/Carefree area. Multiple concerned cit... Full story

The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) has partnered with the Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center (SWCC) to host virtual wildlife lectures. In addition to partnering with SWCC, the... Full story

The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) has introduced a new option that allows fishing and hunting license holders to have their licenses automatically renewed upon expiration. The feature is... Full story

Deadline To Enter Is July 10 Raffle benefits wildlife and wildlife management in Arizona. The Arizona Game and Fish Commission annually awards the organization Special Big Game Tags, for seven of the... Full story

Here are some suggestions for kayak and canoe safety and equipment. AZGFD Paddlesports Training Course Is First The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) was recognized by the American National... Full story

The 2022 Arizona Big Game Super Raffle is underway with more prizes and more chances to win! The Arizona Game and Fish Commission annually awards the organization Special Big Game Tags, for seven of... Full story

Thank You AZGFD For Sharing Here is a look at just a few of the wide variety in our state. How Did The Bighorn Sheep Cross The Road? The bighorn sheep population in northwest Arizona is important to o... Full story

Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) officers conducted off-highway vehicle (OHV) safety-enforcement patrols throughout the East Valley last month The focus was on ensuring public safety and... Full story

It has been decided that we will be hosting an Outdoor Expo April 2-3, 2022. Event times have changed to 9am - 4pm on Saturday and 9am - 3pm on Sunday.Due to some scheduling conflicts along with... Full story

Nominations Sought For Arizona Outdoor Hall Of Fame Inductees are recognized for their contributions to the state's outdoor heritage. The Wildlife for Tomorrow Foundation (WFT) is soliciting... Full story

Renew OHV decals, remember helmets for youths, stay on trails. Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) officers conducted off-highway vehicle (OHV) safety-enforcement patrols throughout the East Vall... Full story

In A Word: Huzzah! Once again (and after a covid interruption in 2021) the Arizona Renaissance Festival and Artisan Marketplace is back. It features a 16-stage theater, an outdoor whimsical village,... Full story