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TweetPinShareEvent puts our national bird in the spotlight Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PINETOP – Are you interested in getting up close to one of our great symbols of national pride – …
Learn about Arizona’s bald eagles at Game and Fish 2026 White Mountain Eagle Fest Read More
TweetPinShareContributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX — The deadline is fast approaching to submit applications to hunt pronghorn and elk in 2026. To apply, visit https://draw.azgfd.com/. The deadline for the department to receive …
Applications for 2026 pronghorn, elk hunts due by Tuesday, Feb. 3 Read More
TweetPinShareHunters need to make the most of the remaining opportunities Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX — There’s still time for Arizona hunters to take aim at some of the best wing-shooting …
Arizona’s waterfowl and quail seasons are flying by Read More
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