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TweetPinShareFree, family-friendly event runs from 8 a.m. until noon Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PINETOP — The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is hosting its 23rd annual High Country Hummingbird Festival …
23rd annual High Country Hummingbird Festival set for July 25 Read More
TweetPinShareHunters urged to remove rabbit carcasses from the field to limit the spread of the virus Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX – The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) advises small …
Rabbit virus circulating again across Arizona Read More
TweetPinShareRescue highlights importance of proper fishing line disposal Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD FLAGSTAFF– Expertly rigged a hundred feet high into a towering ponderosa pine, Kyle McCarty, a biologist with the Arizona …
AZGFD biologists rescue bald eagle ahead of Fourth of July Read More
TweetPinShareDeadline to purchase tickets extended to July 14 Contributed Article/Courtersy AZGFD Here’s hoping this email finds you pleased with the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s Fall Draw results. Whether you …
Give yourself another shot at an epic hunt Read More
TweetPinSharePublic forum webcast to discuss proposals from 6-7 p.m. on July 9; written comments can be submitted to fishregscomments@azgfd.gov Rule changes include catch and release only for largemouth bass at Cluff …
AZGFD seeks public input on proposed changes to 2027-28 Arizona fishing regulations Read More
TweetPinShareApplicants should check their AZGFD Portal Account Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX — The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) has released the 2026 Fall Draw results for deer, turkey, javelina, …
2026 Fall Draw results available Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com CENTRAL — A mountain lion sighting in a Central backyard on Sunday morning triggered a multi-agency response, shifting from an initial plan for peaceful coexistence to …
Mountain Lion Removed After Being Spotted in Central Backyard Tree Read More
TweetPinShareJune 22-28 is the time to recognize the wildlife that keeps Arizona blooming Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX — Pollinators are vital to maintaining ecosystems and supporting food production, but their …
AZGFD joins in celebration of Pollinator Week Read More
TweetPinShareMoney available for programs developing new hunters and anglers Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX — The deadline to apply for this year’s Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) Local Sportsmen’s Group …
Apply for Local Sportsmen’s Group Grants by June 14 Read More
TweetPinShareDankworth Pond Fishing Clinic is Saturday, starting at 8 a.m. Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX — Many anglers have friends who have never been fishing but are curious to learn. One of the best …
June 6 is Free Fishing Day: A great time to introduce a novice or youngster to fishing Read More