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TweetPinShareA portal account is needed to access the draw results For hunters planning to apply for hunt permit-tags issued through the upcoming 2026 pronghorn and elk draw, the Arizona Game …
Prepare now for the upcoming 2026 pronghorn, elk draw Read More
TweetPinShareAZGFD offers ideas for a better 2026 PHOENIX — It’s almost time to say goodbye to 2025, and as we reflect on the changes that we want — or need …
How about making an outdoor New Year’s resolution? Read More
TweetPinShareContributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD ARIZONA – The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is seeking public input on two proposed changes to the 2025-26 Arizona fishing regulations. The proposed changes are: …
Public comment sought on two proposed changes to Arizona fishing regulations Read More
TweetPinShareAll 12 winning images appear in Arizona Wildlife Views’ 2026 calendar Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX – The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is excited to announce the winners of …
Wildlife photo contest winners announced, showcase the diversity of Arizona’s wildlife Read More
TweetPinShareArizona’s original “snowbirds” are now arriving daily Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD McNEAL, Ariz. — Sandhill cranes by the thousands are once again returning to their wintering grounds at the Whitewater Draw …
Sandhill cranes winging their way to Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area Read More
TweetPinShareAZGFD and Freeport McMoRan team up to reduce hazards, help herds Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD MORENCI — One of the world’s most productive copper mines is also one of Arizona’s most …
Bighorn sheep translocations reduce collision risk, strengthen wild populations Read More
TweetPinShareUnits where harvest thresholds have been met will not open on Oct. 31 Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX – The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) advises bear hunters to confirm …
Hunters: Check harvest thresholds before bear hunts Read More
TweetPinShareApplications will be accepted by mail beginning at 8 a.m. on Nov. 3 Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX — Arizona hunters who were unsuccessful in the recent 2026 spring draw still have …
Leftover permit-tags remain for 2026 spring hunts Read More
TweetPinShareAZGFD celebrates nature’s nocturnal all-stars Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX – Happy Bat Week! Each year from October 24–31, the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) joins other conservation organizations and …
Bat week takes flight Read More
TweetPinShareHunters asked to continue voluntary lead-reduction efforts Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD Arizona hunters have demonstrated their long-standing commitment to wildlife conservation by voluntarily working to reduce lead exposure to endangered California …
Gearing up for a fall hunt? Don’t forget the lead-free ammo Read More