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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
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com PERIDOT — While anglers throughout the state were enjoying Free Fishing Day on Saturday, there was one popular lake where the fish weren’t biting – …
San Carlos Lake Closed Indefinitely Following Catastrophic “100% Fish Kill” Read More
TweetPinShareContributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD STATEWIDE – Many anglers have friends who have never been fishing but are curious to learn. One of the best ways to introduce them to this long-standing …
Free Fishing Day – June 6, 2026 Read More
TweetPinShareFishing and swimming are prohibited; vandalism of fencing endangers wildlife Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX — The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) and Central Arizona Project (CAP) are providing a …
Anglers, recreationists urged to avoid Central Arizona Project canal Read More
TweetPinShareInconsistent, thin ice is not safe Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PHOENIX — Before taking that first step on an ice-covered lake to do some fishing or to simply enjoy the winter …
AZGFD, national forests urge caution on lake ice Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com CLUFF POND #3 – Rainbow Trout were last stocked in Cluff Pond #3 by the Arizona Game & Fish Department on Jan. 6, and on Friday, …
The fishing is fine at Cluff Pond #3 Read More
TweetPinShareJon Johnson Photo/Gila Herald: A service project involving more than 300 youth from the Gila Valley and several leaders gathered on Saturday to clean up Cluff Pond #3 before its …
Youth service project hastens Cluff Pond reopening Read More
TweetPinShareJon Johnson Gila Herald: Cluff Pond #3 has only a little rain runoff in it and there is no timetable for its reopening. Game & Fish said it is still …
Cluff Pond reopening delayed Read More
TweetPinShareFishing is an exciting hobby that can open the door to a welcoming new community, especially when you have the right gear, like Waders Australia, to keep you comfortable in …
All you need to know about fishing as a hobby Read More