If you have an AZ fishing event please post it in the forum or send it to use with the contact form on this site. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:05:53 +0000 Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:05:53 +0000 HookedAZ - Arizona Fishing Community https://www.hookedaz.com/forums/arizona-fishing-news-and-events.33/ Wed, 05 Apr 2017 03:25:07 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/hook-a-kid-on-fishing-event-on-saturday-april-8-at-bonsall-park-in-glendale.542/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/hook-a-kid-on-fishing-event-on-saturday-april-8-at-bonsall-park-in-glendale.542/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ
The giveaway coincides with a free fishing clinic -- loaner rods will be available, no license is required, and bait will be provided. Licenses will go to the first 1,000 youth ages 10-17 during the event at Bonsall Park. Register on-site during clinic hours of 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

“We’re excited to have an...

Hook a Kid on Fishing” event on Saturday, April 8 at Bonsall Park in Glendale]]> Sun, 26 Mar 2017 03:31:53 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/catfish-being-stocked-at-local-ponds.541/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/catfish-being-stocked-at-local-ponds.541/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ Full schedule from azgfd. ]]> Sun, 26 Mar 2017 03:23:44 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/arizona-state-parks-dates-for-its-spring-2017-family-campout-program.540/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/arizona-state-parks-dates-for-its-spring-2017-family-campout-program.540/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ
Arizona State Parks dates for its Spring 2017 Family Campout Program]]> Mon, 20 Mar 2017 14:37:23 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/lake-pleasant-family-fishing-fun-april-02.539/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/lake-pleasant-family-fishing-fun-april-02.539/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ fishing at Lake Pleasant!
Come try some fishing with the ranger. Loaner Fishing equipment, and some bait will be provided. You can also bring your own fishing gear and bait. No fishing license required during the hours of this program (7am to 10am) only at the location of this program. This is a joint program with the Arizona Game & Fish Department. Register at the program that morning. Bring...

Lake Pleasant - Family Fishing Fun April 02]]> Sat, 18 Mar 2017 14:55:49 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/8th-annual-native-and-wild-trout-conference.538/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/8th-annual-native-and-wild-trout-conference.538/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ 5000 W. Carefree Highway, Phoenix, AZ

Sponsored by AZGFD and AZ State Council of Trout Unlimited

The conference is attended by those interested in meeting, networking, and developing future plans to promote restoration and management of native and wild coldwater fish species in Arizona and New Mexico. Over 100 individuals attend the conference and represent more than 35 agencies and organizations involved in water conservation and management,...

8th Annual Native and Wild Trout Conference]]> Thu, 09 Mar 2017 03:35:55 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/reminder-azgfd-outdoor-expo-march-25-and-sunday-march-26.535/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/reminder-azgfd-outdoor-expo-march-25-and-sunday-march-26.535/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ
Admission and parking are free!

Once again, there will be plenty of hands-on fun for all ages. See the video! Check out the huge family fishing tanks. See all sorts of live wildlife. Learn target archery and try other shooting sports in a safe, supervised, controlled environment on the range.

Get a feel for specialty shooting disciplines like clay target, cowboy action, practical pistol, black powder, and air...

Reminder: AZGFD Outdoor Expo March 25, and Sunday, March 26]]> Thu, 09 Mar 2017 03:05:30 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/family-fishing-day-at-roper-lake-azgfd-saturday-march-11th.534/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/family-fishing-day-at-roper-lake-azgfd-saturday-march-11th.534/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ Roper Lake State Park on Saturday, March 11.

The Game and Fish Sport Fishing Education staff, as well as state park staff, will be on hand to help. Loaner rods and bait will be provided, or anglers can bring their own.

The event is open to all ages and is free. No fishing license is required for those who register at the Game and Fish booth....

Family Fishing Day at Roper Lake - AZGFD - Saturday March 11th]]> Thu, 09 Mar 2017 03:01:54 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/the-first-full-moon-will-come-sunday-march-12.533/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/the-first-full-moon-will-come-sunday-march-12.533/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ
According to the Arizona Game and Fish Department, the spring bass-fishing season is off to a record-breaking start. Bigger bass are often caught during the spring months, AZGF says, and Havasu resident Sue...

The first full moon will come Sunday, March 12.]]> Fri, 03 Mar 2017 05:49:51 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/new-state-record-smallmouth-caught-at-lake-havasu.526/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/new-state-record-smallmouth-caught-at-lake-havasu.526/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ View attachment 489 Sue Nowak caught this 6.28 lb, 21 inches long and 17.25 inches wide bronzback fishing at Lake Havasu on Thursday. It's the new AZ state record smallmouth bass. The previous was also caught at Havasu.

It was recorded at Havasu’s Bass Tackle Master Shop, at 260 London Bridge Road. Proof of the catch sent to AZGFD Friday morning.]]> 4 Fri, 03 Mar 2017 05:14:08 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/wildlife-outdoor-recreation-summer-camp-sponsored-by-azgfd-and-wildlife-for-tomorrow.529/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/wildlife-outdoor-recreation-summer-camp-sponsored-by-azgfd-and-wildlife-for-tomorrow.529/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ
Learn about Arizona’s wildlife; experience outdoor recreation activities and all the wonders of the natural environment!
• Hands-on science experiments
• Fishing and kayaking
• Archery and air rifles...

Wildlife & Outdoor Recreation Summer Camp Sponsored by AZGFD and Wildlife for Tomorrow]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2017 03:22:26 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/arizona-fishing-guides-free-seminar-at-bass-pro-shops-feb-14th.520/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/arizona-fishing-guides-free-seminar-at-bass-pro-shops-feb-14th.520/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ
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Contact info for...

Arizona Fishing Guides free seminar at Bass Pro Shops Feb 14th]]> Thu, 09 Feb 2017 05:34:07 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/trout-unlimited-native-wild-trout-conference-and-regional-rendezvous.514/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/trout-unlimited-native-wild-trout-conference-and-regional-rendezvous.514/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ April 27, 2017

Western Regional Rendezvous
April 28 - 29, 2017

Saguaro Hotel, Scottsdale
Meeting follows the 8th Annual Native and Wild Trout Conference
Native and Wild Trout Conference (April 27, 2017)
Hosted Fishing Day featuring native and wild trout and a Southwest Bone Fish Experience (aka Grass Carp)
Companion / Spouse activities offered
Unique landscape, attractions and unlimited retail therapy
Visit Experience Scottsdale
Variety of travel options...

Trout Unlimited Native & Wild Trout Conference and Regional Rendezvous]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2017 13:35:33 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/take-a-kid-fishing-day-at-la-paz-county-park-feb-11.513/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/take-a-kid-fishing-day-at-la-paz-county-park-feb-11.513/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ
Fishing itself will start at 10:30 and run through 2:30 p.m. There will be drawings for prizes at the end of the program. Fishing rods will be available for those youngsters who wish to fish but who don’t have a rod of their own....

Take a kid fishing day at La Paz County Park Feb 11]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2017 13:03:59 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/azgfd-outdoor-expo-2017-march-25-26.512/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/azgfd-outdoor-expo-2017-march-25-26.512/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ 4044 W. Black Canyon Blvd., Phoenix
Exit I-17 at Carefree Highway
Saturday, March 25, 2017
9 am - 5 pm
&
Sunday, March 26, 2017
9 am - 4 pm



The Arizona Game and Fish Department Outdoor Expo dates are set for Saturday, March 25 and Sunday, March 26, at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility in Phoenix.

Admission and parking are free!

Once again, there will be plenty of hands-on fun for all ages. See the video! Check out the huge...

AZGFD Outdoor expo 2017 - March 25-26]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2017 03:55:38 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/lower-salt-river-cleanup-kayaks-provided-feb-18th.511/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/lower-salt-river-cleanup-kayaks-provided-feb-18th.511/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ
Phon D Recreation Site
Saturday, February 18th at 8AM

more details: keepitwildco.com/blogs/cleanups/cleanup-salt-river]]> Sat, 04 Feb 2017 05:06:35 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/trout-to-be-stocked-at-lake-mead-rec-every-friday-starting-february-3.507/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/trout-to-be-stocked-at-lake-mead-rec-every-friday-starting-february-3.507/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ
A new pump and conveyance system were installed to deliver cold water to the federal fisheries facility, providing for proper trout growth. The stocked fish will be around 12 inches long. This weekly stocking schedule will continue year-round.

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Trout to be stocked at Lake Mead rec every Friday starting February 3]]> Sat, 28 Jan 2017 08:23:35 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/possible-new-fishing-program-at-palo-duro-nogales.498/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/possible-new-fishing-program-at-palo-duro-nogales.498/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ
“We’re just in the very preliminary stages right now, exploring the options,” said Tim Wade of the AZGFD. “We’re just looking at options of how we can create an area there that might have some possibility for fishing, wetlands...

Possible new fishing program at Palo Duro, Nogales]]> Sat, 28 Jan 2017 08:14:22 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/don-mcdowell-awarded-advocate-of-the-year-by-arizona-game-and-fish-department.497/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/don-mcdowell-awarded-advocate-of-the-year-by-arizona-game-and-fish-department.497/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ
Don regularly promotes the efforts of the Arizona Game & Fish Department on his radio show, website and newsletter promoting conservation topics that includes Operation Game Thief, AZGFD Tournament Assessment, Operation Reef Ball, AZGFD Urban Fishing and stocking programs, Sport Fishing...

Don McDowell Awarded Advocate Of The Year By Arizona Game And Fish Department]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2017 17:58:16 +0000 https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/beuatiful-arial-footage-of-horseshoe-dam-with-the-floods.496/ https://www.hookedaz.com/threads/beuatiful-arial-footage-of-horseshoe-dam-with-the-floods.496/ invalid@example.com (HookedAZ) HookedAZ

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Charlie Ester, the manager of surface water collections for SRP, said the storms that dropped feet of snow in Flagstaff increased the snowpack in the Verde River system to 200 percent above normal, while the Salt River system is 120 percent above normal.

The reservoirs connected to each system were about 45 percent full last month. After...

We're getting a lot of water and lake levels are rising]]>