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Plan your Hunt and View your Hunt Account Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know? When you purchase your license from the Arizona Game and Fish Department, you\u2019re contributing directly to our on-the-ground conservation efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n

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apply for the big game draw<\/h3>\n\n \n

Apply for hunts though the draw. The department encourages all applicants to sign up for a free AZGFD portal account.<\/p>\n\n \n

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big game hunt draw information<\/h3>\n\n \n

Draw information booklets for fall pronghorn, elk and spring hunts. Leftover permit-tag applications and the latest information about specific hunts. <\/p>\n\n \n

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view your portal account<\/h3>\n\n \n

A free portal account gives customers the flexibility and security to manage and view their license history, draw applications and bonus points.<\/p>\n\n \n

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hunting licenseS<\/h3>\n\n \n

Whether your pursuits in the field involve any of Arizona\u2019s 10 big-game species, or its abundant small-game choices, hunters will first need a license. Find the one that works for you!<\/p>\n\n \n

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species hunt information<\/h3>\n\n \n

See hunt information specific to black bear, mountain lion, bison, dove and quail.<\/p>\n\n \n

Reporting process for your species.<\/p>\n\n \n

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small <\/a>game in arizona<\/h3>\n\n \n

Arizona’s small game species include cottontail rabbits, tree squirrels, upland game birds (quails, chukar, grouse, and pheasants), and migratory game birds. See information for hunting small game in Arizona.
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special licenses<\/h3>\n\n \n

See a list of the special licenses available, including aquatic stocking, game bird shooting, live bait dealer, scientific activity, wildlife rehabilitation licenses and many more.<\/p>\n\n \n

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Arizona e-tag mobile app<\/h3>\n\n \n

The Department\u2019s official app is available for download in both the Apple and Google Play stores. The app allows you to view your hunting, fishing or combo license, receive electronic tags, tag a harvested animal from the field, and complete the hunter questionnaire.<\/p>\n\n \n

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non-permit tags<\/h3>\n\n \n

There are many opportunities to go hunting that do not require hunters to submit an application for a hunt permit-tag via the Draw. Referred to as over-the-counter tags, these permits are available for purchase from department offices and in many cases from license dealers.<\/p>\n\n \n

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Tag Transfer Program<\/h3>\n\n \n

There are circumstances where a big game hunt permit-tag can be transferred. Should you be unable to use your big game tag, the Department is unable to reimburse you for your fees or reinstate your bonus points.<\/p>\n\n \n

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harvest reporting<\/h3>\n\n \n

Hunter surveys are a critical component of the hunt recommendation process. Your hunter questionnaire is a an important component of the hunt recommendation, and it helps us to accurately estimate species harvest and set permit levels.<\/p>\n\n \n

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Non-resident hunting<\/h3>\n\n \n

Not an Arizona resident? Arizona has an incredible variety of year-round hunting opportunities, for both big game and small game. Use this form to order hunting and fishing licenses, special use stamps, non-permit hunt tags, regulations and books through the mail.<\/p>\n\n \n

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hunting programs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration program<\/a> (WSFR)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Want to Go Hunting in Arizona?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Find ways to experience big game and small game hunting or find a mentored hunt camp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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buy your hunting license<\/h3>\n \n
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Arizona residents and non-residents 10 years and older need a valid hunting license to hunt in Arizona.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n buy now\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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find a mentored hunt camp<\/h3>\n \n
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The award-winning Outdoor Skills Network is your source for hands-on, learn-to-hunt events.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n view the outdoor skills page\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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