Gone Fishing
Fishing is one of the most popular outdoor activities in Arizona; both tournaments and fun family angling events are available almost every month of the year.
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Topwater Chaos Continues
Thar she blows…Shower Blows. Since famed Japanese bass angler Morizo Shimizu offered input developing Ever Green’s original Shower Blows SB-125, the regal topwater plug has captivated bass anglers worldwide and sent untold gallons of water skyward.
AZGFD Stocks Tiger Bass
Anglers received a treat for the future when the Arizona Game and Fish Department stocked 15,000 tiger bass into Roosevelt Lake on June 14. Tiger bass are from Alabama and are a cross between an aggressive northern largemouth bass and a pure strain Florida largemouth bass that comes from a proven line. These fish are known for being aggressive and fast-growing.
AZGFD Angler Reports
For each edition of the Fishing Report, we’ll select some photos and reports submitted by members of the angling public either through the Fish AZ Facebook Group or through the bfishing@azgfd.gov email address.
AZGFD Discontinues Community Fishing Licenses
The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) has announced it will no longer offer Community Fishing licenses for sale beginning Jan. 1, 2022.
Top Spots To Canoe And Kayak
Blessed with 128 lakes and 5 major rivers, Arizona beckons outdoor enthusiasts to hike, raft, ski and fish year-round. In Arizona, you’ll find ample opportunities to get out on the water—from the lakes of the Mogollon Rim to the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon.
AZGFD Cautions Boaters, OHV Users During Monsoon
Monsoon weather is here, and the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) cautions boaters and off-highway vehicle (OHV) users that weather conditions can quickly change and become dangerous for those who aren’t prepared.
Saguaro Lake Project
Did you know that discarded Christmas trees can be recycled to create fish habitat and provide better angling opportunities?
Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) staff and volunteers gathered at Saguaro Lake in early January to be part of this project.