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“Open to the Public” Department sponsored fishing programs will have Sport Fishing Instructors available to provide instructions and answer your questions about fishing. The Department will also have available for loan to the public, on a first come first serve basis, 100 rods and reels and a limited supply of bait.

Fishing Programs are free unless otherwise noted. Program dates and times are subject to change. Participants 14 years and older may fish without a State or Urban fishing license between sanctioned fishing clinic hours, as long as they register at the Arizona Game and Fish booth, located at the fishing clinic site. All participants wanting to fish before or after sanctioned fishing clinic hours, must be lawfully licensed, with the exception of blind residents and juveniles under 14 years of age (who do not need a license).

For more information call the Education Branch at:
(623) 236-7235 or (623) 236-7219
 
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Schedule -"OPEN TO THE PUBLIC" FISHING PROGRAMS

                                              Updated: May 13, 2013.   


When: Saturday,June 8, 2013
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Where: Flagstaff
Mormon Lake Lodge
Comments: "Free Fishing Day"
Mormon Lake Lodge Outdoor Festival 2013
The purpose of this event is to highlight the outdoors, outdoor activities, environmental education, and conservation with a special emphasis on providing information and activities for families and youth
Contact: for moe information please contact Doug Thornburg at 623-236-7240
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When: Saturday,June 8, 2013
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Where: Prescott
Goldwater Lake
Comments: "Free Fishing Day"
Fishing event designed for kids. Trout will be stocked that morning and wildlife managers and fishing instructors will be on hand for questions.
Contact: For more information contact Doug Thornburg at 623-236-7240
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When: Saturday,October 4, 2013
5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Where: Peoria
Rio Vista Park Lake
8866-D W. Thunderbird Rd
Comments: "Casting the Night Away"
Rio Vista Parks and Recreation and the Arizona Game and Fish Department are planning an evening of free fishing for the whole family. Arizona Game & Fish Department and Cabela's staff will be on hand to assist anglers. Bait will be provided and loaner rods will be available. We are looking forward to cooler evenings at the Park.
Contact: Limited space will be available. You must register for this event by calling 623-773-8600 and mention course number        Fee is $5.00 per person and includes supper.
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Fishing, Urban & Reptile/ Amphibian Regulations

  • 2013 AZ Fishing Regulations
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  • 2013 Amphibian and Reptile Regulations [PDF]



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