Chad Mendes had mixed up the dates of his elk season. The 37-year-old was hunting in Oregon last month when he realized the Arizona elk hunt that would be the highlight of his fall opened not on Sept.

What are hunting guidelines? Hunting guidelines are used by Arizona Game and Fish Department biologists to create recommendations for species such as elk, deer, javelina, turkey and many more ...

As Arizona approaches new hunting seasons, it's time to get the new licenses, tags, and permits required to hunt and fish. Arizona Game and Fish Department has released its 2025-2026 guidelines and ...

For many Western states, September 1st marks the beginning of archery elk season. This time of year also coincides with the rut, when bulls bugle their heads off, roll around in the mud, and chase ...

Hunting licenses can be purchased online at any time through the Arizona Game and Fish Department website. Permits are required for big game, while a license allows for hunting small game. As Arizona ...