March 06th, 2025
On Monday, March 3, 2025, it was announced that the latest (end-of-year 2024) population census of Mexican wolves had increased for the ninth straight year, to a record 286 wolves in eastern Arizona and western New Mexico.
To get a glimpse of the numerous activities that take place during the wolf count, including counting techniques, affixing radio collars, processing/health check, and release, see this video by David Majure of the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s video production section:
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To get a glimpse of the numerous activities that take place during the wolf count, including counting techniques, affixing radio collars, processing/health check, and release, see this video by David Majure of the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s video production section:
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February 27th, 2025
If you found yourself tagless after the 2025 pronghorn and elk draw, have we got a deal for you! Conservation First USA is holding its Big Game Super Raffle where tickets to hunt pronghorn and elk for 365 days are only $10 per species. The best part: There is no limit to the number of tickets you can purchase.
Buy tickets today!
Ten lucky individuals will win one of 10 special big-game tags (elk, pronghorn, bighorn sheep, mule deer, white-tailed deer, bison, turkey, javelina, bear and mountain lion) for the 2025–26 hunting season.
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Buy tickets today!
Ten lucky individuals will win one of 10 special big-game tags (elk, pronghorn, bighorn sheep, mule deer, white-tailed deer, bison, turkey, javelina, bear and mountain lion) for the 2025–26 hunting season.
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January 24th, 2025
Deadline is 11:59 p.m. (Arizona time) Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025
The deadline is fast approaching to submit applications to hunt pronghorn and elk in 2025.
To apply, visit https://draw.azgfd.com/. All applications must be received by the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) no later than 11:59 p.m. (Arizona time) Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025.
For an overview of the application service, including license requirements, applying for bonus points and payment information, see Page 6 of the “2025 Pronghorn and Elk Hunt Draw Information” booklet. Printed versions are available at license dealers statewide (call in advance for availability).
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The deadline is fast approaching to submit applications to hunt pronghorn and elk in 2025.
To apply, visit https://draw.azgfd.com/. All applications must be received by the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) no later than 11:59 p.m. (Arizona time) Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025.
For an overview of the application service, including license requirements, applying for bonus points and payment information, see Page 6 of the “2025 Pronghorn and Elk Hunt Draw Information” booklet. Printed versions are available at license dealers statewide (call in advance for availability).
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December 30th, 2024
Arizona’s bald eagles are back, and they will soon be preparing for the next generation of eagles at breeding sites statewide.
To assist with the state’s continued bald eagle population growth, the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) encourages outdoor recreationists (including anglers), aircraft pilots, drone operators and motorized paragliders to do their part by not disturbing the state’s 104 eagle breeding areas.
To protect breeding attempts, some portions of public land and water areas will be temporarily closed to help these majestic animals and ensure even more young eagles take to the skies this spring.
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To assist with the state’s continued bald eagle population growth, the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) encourages outdoor recreationists (including anglers), aircraft pilots, drone operators and motorized paragliders to do their part by not disturbing the state’s 104 eagle breeding areas.
To protect breeding attempts, some portions of public land and water areas will be temporarily closed to help these majestic animals and ensure even more young eagles take to the skies this spring.
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August 31st, 2024
"Where to Hunt" web pages provide invaluable assistance
The first step in planning that next successful hunt might be to check out the trove of detailed information that’s just a few clicks away on the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s (AZGFD) website.
Visit https://www.azgfd.com/hunting/where-to-hunt/. Once there, hunters can select the area they wish to hunt (AZGFD divides the state into six geographical regions), then drill down further by choosing any of several Game Management Units (GMUs) located within that region.
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The first step in planning that next successful hunt might be to check out the trove of detailed information that’s just a few clicks away on the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s (AZGFD) website.
Visit https://www.azgfd.com/hunting/where-to-hunt/. Once there, hunters can select the area they wish to hunt (AZGFD divides the state into six geographical regions), then drill down further by choosing any of several Game Management Units (GMUs) located within that region.
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August 04th, 2023
The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) reminds hunters that the deadline to submit applications for limited-entry permit-tag seasons is right around the corner.
AZGFD will accept applications until 5 p.m. (Arizona time) Tuesday, Aug. 8. To apply, visit https://limitedhuntentry.azgfd.com/.
These big game hunting opportunities give hunters a chance to draw an additional elk, mule deer, white-tailed deer, and Gould’s turkey permit-tag, while generating revenue to support wildlife conservation efforts across the state.
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AZGFD will accept applications until 5 p.m. (Arizona time) Tuesday, Aug. 8. To apply, visit https://limitedhuntentry.azgfd.com/.
These big game hunting opportunities give hunters a chance to draw an additional elk, mule deer, white-tailed deer, and Gould’s turkey permit-tag, while generating revenue to support wildlife conservation efforts across the state.
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