2011 Arizona Spring Turkey, Javelina, Buffalo and Bear Brochure

Arizona Game and Fish Department
2011 Spring Turkey, www.azgfd.gov
Javelina, Buffalo and Bear

Hunt Draw Information
To report violators, call the Department’s Operation Game Thief line: (800) 352-0700.
Use this booklet to apply for Arizona’s 2011 Spring Turkey, Javelina, Buffalo and Bear
hunt drawing.
Hunt permit application deadline is Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010 at 7 p.m. (MST).
You may purchase Arizona hunting licenses online.
The online application service is not available. Only use paper applications. Hunt
permit applications can be submitted by mail or at any Department office.
The 2010-11 Arizona Hunting and Trapping Regulations (official rules) can be found
at www.azgfd.gov or at any Department office or license dealer.
Arizona Game & Fish Department
OUTDOOR EXPO
2010
March 26 and 27, 2011

Ben Avery Shooting Facility,
4044 W. Black Canyon Blvd., Phoenix, AZ
F r E E A D M i S S i O n A n D PA r k i n G
Experience the great outdoors at the Arizona Game and Fish Department 2011 Outdoor Expo.
Many vendors, sponsors and exhibitors will demonstrate and sell new products, offer activities and
conduct informative workshops on a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities:
Hunting Camping Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation
Fishing Watercraft Recreation Conservation and Wildlife Education
Archery Shooting Sports Shooting and Archery Competitions
and much, much more!
Visit www.azgfd.gov/expo for updates.

Important Information for 2011
This list is for informational purposes only and lists the recent major changes that have
occurred since publication of the last hunt draw booklet. Individuals should thoroughly
ARIZONA GAME AND
FISH Department MISSION read and understand the appropriate regulations prior to making application or going
To conserve, enhance, and restore Arizona’s diverse afield. The 2010-11 Arizona Hunting and Trapping Regulations can be found at www.
wildlife resources and habitats through aggressive azgfd.gov, or at any Department office or license dealer.
protection and management programs, and to provide
wildlife resources and safe watercraft and off-highway
vehicle recreation for the enjoyment, appreciation, and Spring Turkey Hunts There are three significant changes to the spring turkey seasons.
use by present and future generations. 1. For juniors-only, three units (3C, 6A, and 23) will be offered as permitted hunts rather
than over-the-counter. 2. The juniors-only season structure has been stratified and short-
ARIZONA GAME AND FISH COMMISSION ened to three weeks. 3. An archery-only, over-the-counter turkey season will be offered
Jennifer L. Martin, Chair — Phoenix in select units from May 6-19. See pages 11–13.
Robert R. Woodhouse — Roll
Norman W. Freeman — Chino Valley
Jack F. Husted — Springerville Javelina Hunts Additional units have been included in the over-the-counter opportunity
J.W. Harris — Tucson for archery-only javelina hunters. See page 16 for specific units.
ARIZONA GAME AND FISH Department Hunter Questionnaire Hunter questionnaires help biologists make sound decisions
5000 W. Carefree Highway regarding hunting in Arizona. Your response is key. Please return your Hunter Question-
Phoenix, Arizona 85086
(602) 942-3000
naire. You may respond online or by mail.
www.azgfd.gov
Legalities of Picking Up Wildlife Parts Contact the Arizona Game and Fish Department
Larry D. Voyles, Director prior to picking up wildlife parts found afield (other than shed antlers). Arizona law requires
Gary R. Hovatter, Deputy Director evidence of legality when possessing or transporting wildlife carcasses or their parts.
Bob Broscheid, Deputy Director
Apprentice License Resident licensed hunters are able to obtain a free Apprentice Hunting
REGIONAL OFFICES
License, valid for two days, for use when mentoring a new hunter. This affords new hunters
the opportunity to “try before you buy,” under the supervision of a licensed hunter. The license
REGION I is not valid for big game. For more information, see page 2 or visit www.azgfd.gov.
2878 E. White Mountain Blvd., Pinetop 85935
(928) 367-4281
REGION II
Juniors-Only Hunts Discounted youth hunt permit-tag fees apply only to “Juniors-Only”
3500 S. Lake Mary Road, Flagstaff 86001 Hunts. If you are applying for any general hunts, the higher of the hunt permit-tag fees
(928) 774-5045 must be submitted.
REGION III
5325 N. Stockton Hill Road, Kingman 86409
(928) 692-7700
2011 Licenses Remember you must purchase 2011 licenses to enter in the spring draw.
REGION IV Licenses available online and through the draw include General Hunting, Adult Combina-
9140 E. 28th Street, Yuma 85365 tion Hunting and Fishing, and Youth Combination Hunting and Fishing. License information
(928) 342-0091 can be found on page 4.
REGION V
555 N. Greasewood Road, Tucson 85745
(520) 628-5376 Mailing Address Please be aware that the Department has changed its mailing address
REGION VI for hunt draw applications. The address is: Arizona Game and Fish Department, P.O.
7200 E. University Drive, Mesa 85207 Box 74020, Phoenix AZ, 85087-1052. Envelopes (with the red stripe) will not be forwarded
(480) 981-9400
to the new address for this draw. Please be sure to use the green-striped envelopes with
The Arizona Game and Fish Department prohibits discrimination the updated address.
on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability
in its programs and activities. If anyone believes that they have
been discriminated against in any of the AZGFD’s programs or
activities, including its employment practices, the individual may On the cover: Micah Sons with a javelina she took during a 2009 spring archery-only hunt.
file a complaint alleging discrimination directly with the AZGFD
Director’s Office, 5000 W. Carefree Highway, Phoenix, AZ 85086, Rachel Wipplinger, and her dad Jeff, with a buffalo she took in Unit 12A.
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(602) 942-3000 or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 4040 N. Fairfax
Dr., Suite 130, Arlington, VA 22203.
If you require this document in an alternative

format, please contact the AZGFD Director’s
Office as listed above or by calling TTY at 1 (800)
367-8939.
2011 Spring Turkey, Javelina, Buffalo and Bear Hunt Draw Information 1
License Information
Who Can Go? application, Family Licenses, Super Conserva- An apprentice hunting license is valid for two
Everyone needs a license to hunt wildlife in tion Licenses, and Child General Hunting and days when the apprentice is accompanied in
Arizona. You need in your possession a valid Combination Licenses may not be obtained the field by a mentor. An apprentice hunting
hunt or combination hunt and fish license, plus through the draw; these licenses must be pur- license is valid for the taking of small game, fur-
any required hunt permit-tags, nonpermit-tags, chased at Department offices. bearing animals, predatory animals, nongame
or stamps. Neither a Class H Three-Day Non- animals, nongame birds and upland game birds.
resident Hunting License nor an Apprentice Lifetime License Holders Any required stamps must be purchased in ad-
Hunting License is valid for big game. If a lifetime license holder changes residency dition to obtaining an Apprentice License. An
status from Arizona, the licensee must then pur- apprentice may be a resident or nonresident
YOUNG HUNTERS – Anyone 14 years of
chase non-resident stamps, tags, and permits. and may only be licensed pursuant to this para-
age or older needs a license to hunt wildlife
A non-resident tag or stamp can accompa- graph once per calendar year. A mentor must
in Arizona. You need in your possession a val-
ny your lifetime resident license. If you are a be a bona fide resident of this state who is at
id hunt or combination hunt and fish license,
lifetime license holder who has moved out of least 18 years of age and must possess a class
plus any required hunt permit-tags, nonper-
state, the 10 percent non-resident cap does not F, G, J, K, M or N license or a complimentary
mit-tags or stamps.
apply to you. The lifetime license will remain or lifetime license. A mentor may apply for no
A person under 14 may hunt wildlife other than legal for the taking of all wildlife as permitted more than two apprentice hunting licenses per
big game without a license only when accom- by law. Residency may be re-established after calendar year. When applying for an appren-
panied by a properly licensed person 18 years moving back to Arizona and meeting the re- tice license, the mentor must name the person
or older. No more than two unlicensed children quired time period as defined below. he or she will be taking afield. Consult A.R.S.
may accompany any license holder. 17-333 for more information.
No one under the age of 14 may take big game
Residency Requirements
without having completed a Hunter Education
A resident is a person who has been a bona fide Lost License or Tag Replacement
resident of the state of Arizona for six months Lost licenses, hunt permit-tags and nonper-
Course. No one under age 10 may hunt big
immediately preceding the date of application mit-tags may be replaced for a $4 fee at any
game in Arizona. To hunt big game, anyone
for a license or a tag, or a member of the armed Arizona Game and Fish Department license
10 to 13 years of age must have in their pos-
forces who has been stationed in Arizona for a dealer. Consult R12-4-103 Duplicate Tags and
session a valid hunt or combination hunt and
period of 30 days immediately preceding the Licenses for additional information. Stamps can-
fish license, a valid Hunter Education Course
date of application for a license or a tag. not be replaced, they must be repurchased.
completion card, plus any required permit-
tags, nonpermit-tags and stamps. Arizona residents may purchase a resident li-
Physically Challenged Hunters
cense. All other individuals must purchase a
Those hunters who are physically challenged
Where to Buy Licenses non-resident license.
may qualify for a Challenged Hunter Access/
Arizona hunting licenses may be purchased
Mobility Permit (CHAMP). Consult R12-4-217
online at www.azgfd.gov. Licenses also can Three-Day Non-Resident License for a description of this permit. Contact any
be obtained from license dealers throughout A Class H, Three-Day Non-resident license, valid
Arizona Game and Fish Department office for
the state or from any Arizona Game and Fish for the taking of small game, fur-bearing an-
additional information and application.
Department office (see locations on page 1 of imals, predatory animals, nongame animals,
this booklet). nongame birds, upland game birds and migra-
tory game birds, except ducks, geese and swans Non-US Citizens Wanting to Hunt
A list of license dealers can be found at www.
is available at all license dealers. This license in Arizona
azgfd.gov by selecting the license box on the
is not valid for hunting big game nor is it val- Pursuant to new regulations by the U.S. Bu-
home page.
id when applying for big game hunts through reau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF),
If you are applying for a big game draw or the draw process. non-immigrant aliens who want to temporari-
bonus points, you may purchase your gener- ly import firearms and/or ammunition into the
al hunt or combination hunt and fish license Apprentice License United States for the allowable purpose of tak-
while you are entering your application for the Resident licensed hunters are able to obtain a ing wildlife will need an ATF import permit and
draw. The license will not be issued and mailed free Apprentice Hunting License valid for two valid hunting license in possession at the time
until refunds and hunt permit-tags are mailed days for use when mentoring a new hunter. of entry/import into the United States. For fur-
per the schedule on page 10. If you wish to use This affords new hunters the opportunity to ther information or to make application for the
your license before the draw is complete, you “try before you buy,” under the supervision import permit, contact ATF’s Firearms and Ex-
must pre-purchase a license before applying. of a licensed hunter. plosives Import Branch at (304) 616-4550, or
Although they are valid for a big game drawing download an application from the ATF website
at www.atf.treas.gov.
2 Arizona Game and Fish Department — www.azgfd.gov

License Information
Tag Transfers Once a tag is transferred at a Department office,
Under Arizona Revised Statutes and Arizo- the original permittee may no longer use it. Thank You Hunters and
na Game and Fish Commission Rules there
are ways people can transfer big game tags
A person may also transfer his or her game tag Recreational Shooters
for use by a child with a life threatening medical
to children. Arizona’s rich outdoor heritage is en-
condition or a qualifying permanent physical
joyed by all — thanks to hunters like you,
A parent, grandparent or legal guardian hold- disability. Consult A.R.S. 17-332 for more infor-
whose purchase of hunting and recre-
ing a big game tag may allow the use of that mation, or visit www.azgfd.gov.
ational shooting equipment supports
tag by their minor child or minor grandchild
Should you be unable to use your big game wildlife management and habitat en-
pursuant to the following requirements:
permit, the Department is unable to reim- hancement in the Grand Canyon State.
• The minor child is 10 to 17 years old on the burse you for your fees or reinstate your When you purchase a rifle, ammunition,
date of transfer; bonus points. However, you may donate your archery equipment, and other sporting
• The minor child has a vaild hunting or com- tag to a nonprofit organization that provides gear, you pay a federal excise tax and
bination license on the date of transfer; hunting opportunities to children with life- import duties.
• A minor child less than 14 years old has satis- threatening medical conditions or qualifying
Since 1937, this money has been col-
factorily completed a Department-approved permanent physical disabilities. You may con-
lected by the federal government and
hunter education course by the beginning tact the following organizations to arrange for
redistributed to the states using a
date of the hunt; a donation.
formula based on hunting license sales
• The parent or guardian must accompany the
• Hunt of a Lifetime at www.hoalarizona.org. and the state’s land area. In 2009, that
child in the field or, if a grandparent allows
• Outdoor Experience 4 All at meant over $8.3 million for game man-
a minor grandchild to use the grandparent’s
www.outdoorexperienceforall.org agement in Arizona. This money paid for
permit or tag, the grandparent, parent or
• Catch-A-Dream at http://catchadream.org. game surveys, hunter education classes,
the child’s guardian must accompany the
• United Special Sportsmen Alliance at wildlife water catchment construction,
child in the field. In either case, the adult
www.childswish.com. wildlife research and shooting range de-
must be within 50 yards of the child when
velopment and operations, among other
the animal is taken.
projects.
Hunters like you are part of the largest and
Be a safe hunter, save time, take the hunter safety course online most successful wildlife conservation pro-
grams in the world…thank you.
Young hunters ages 10-13 looking to take • firearm safety and use
to the field on a big game hunt will need to • wildlife identification
pass an Arizona certified hunter education • wildlife conservation and
course before his or her hunt. management
• survival and first aid
With time constraints and busy schedules,
• make new friends with similar
one of the best ways to get this done is by
interests
going online to www.hunter-ed.com/az.
For more details visit: www.azgfd.gov/
This self-paced online course covers all the education under Hunter Education.
elements of the “Today’s Hunter in Arizo-
As a reminder, all hunters are encouraged
na” booklet, however, to become certified,
to wear “hunter orange” in all hunting situ-
students must also successfully pass a man-
ations — except spring turkey season — and
datory “hands-on field day” within 90 days
to remember Arizona’s safe hunter’s slogan,
of completing the online course work.
tab plus one (T.A.B. +1):
Parents are encouraged to take the class too.
T = Treat every gun as if it were loaded.
In addition to learning how to be a safe and
A = Always point your muzzle in a safe
ethical hunter, there are many other good
direction.
reasons to take the course, including:
B = Be sure of your target and what is
• hunting techniques beyond.
• hunter responsibility and ethics +1 = Keep your finger outside the trigger
• how firearms work guard until ready to shoot.
Hunt Permit-tag and License Fee Information
The fees listed on this page are valid for 2011 hunts. Please refer to Notes below.
LICENSES RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT YOUTH/Child
General Hunting (Class G) $32.25 $151.25 $15.001 (not available through the draw)
Combination Hunt and Fish (Class F) $54.00 $225.75 $20.001 (not available through the draw)
Combination Hunt and Fish (Class F) $26.502
Three-Day Hunting (Class H) – not valid for big game NA $61.25 use resident or non-resident fee
Super Conservation Hunting (Class M) See page 5 NA use resident or non-resident fee
Super Conservation Combination Hunt and Fish (Class N) See page 5 NA use resident or non-resident fee
Family General Hunting (Class J) See page 5 NA See page 5
Family Combination Hunt and Fish (Class K) See page 5 NA See page 5
Trapping $30.00 $275.00 $10.003
Sport Falconry $87.50 NA $87.50
HUNT PERMIT-TAGS Obtained only through application RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT YOUTH
and drawing procedures, price shown includes $7.50 application fee.
Bonus Point $7.50 $7.50 $7.50
Deer Hunt Permit-tag $42.25 $232.75 $32.504 (for Juniors-Only hunts)
Antelope Hunt Permit-tag $85.00 $485.00 use resident or non-resident fee
Elk Hunt Permit-tag $121.50 $595.00 $57.504 (for Juniors-Only hunts)
Turkey Hunt Permit-tag $25.50 $77.75 $17.504 (for Juniors-Only hunts)
Javelina Hunt Permit-tag $28.75 $105.00 $22.504 (for Juniors-Only hunts)
Bighorn Sheep Hunt Permit-tag5 $272.50 $1,407.50 use resident or non-resident fee
Buffalo – Bull or Any Hunt Permit-tag $1,095.00 $5,452.25 use resident or non-resident fee
Buffalo – Cow Hunt Permit-tag $659.50 $3,262.75 use resident or non-resident fee
Buffalo – Cow or Yearling Hunt Permit-tag $659.50 $3,262.75 use resident or non-resident fee
Buffalo – Yearling Hunt Permit-tag $362.75 $1,754.75 use resident or non-resident fee
Bear Hunt Permit-tag5 $29.75 $245.00 use resident or non-resident fee
Sandhill Crane Hunt Permit-tag (3 tags) $22.50 $22.50 $22.50
Special Sandhill Crane Hunt Permit-tag (1 tag) $7.50 $7.50 $7.50
Pheasant Hunt Permit-tag (2 tags) $7.50 $7.50 $7.50
Raptor Hunt Permit-tag $7.50 $7.50 $7.50
NONPERMIT-TAGS These tags may be purchased over- RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT YOUTH
the-counter at Department offices or license dealers.
Archery Deer Nonpermit-tag6 $34.75 $225.25 use resident or non-resident fee
Elk Nonpermit-tag $114.00 $587.50 use resident or non-resident fee
Juniors Only Turkey Nonpermit-tag $10.00
Archery Turkey Nonpermit-tag $18.00 $70.25 use resident or non-resident fee
Archery Javelina Nonpermit-tag $21.25 $97.50 $15.00
Bear Nonpermit-tag5 $22.25 $237.50 use resident or non-resident fee
Mountain Lion Nonpermit-tag5 $14.50 $225.00 use resident or non-resident fee
Bobcat Permit-tag (For sale or export)7 $3.00 $3.00 $3.00
STAMPS RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT YOUTH
Unit 12A (North Kaibab) Habitat Stamp $15.00 $15.00 $15.00
Migratory Bird Stamp $4.50 $4.50 $4.508
State Waterfowl Stamp $8.75 $8.75 $8.758
Federal Waterfowl Stamp $15.00 $15.00 $15.008
Duplicate licenses, tags and stamps: Contact the Arizona Game and Fish Department
Notes:
1. For children at least age 10, but less than age 14 throughout the calendar year of their 20th birthday. 5. Mandatory physical check-in.
during the license year. These licenses may not be The Youth Class F license is valid for both residents 6. Mandatory harvest reporting.
purchased through the big game draw. The Child and non-residents. This license may be purchased
General Hunting (Class G) and Child Combination through a big game draw. 7. Not available at license dealers.
Hunt and Fish (Class F) licenses are valid for both 3. For youth 14-17 years of age. Youth trapping license is 8. Youth, less than 16 years of age, are not required to
residents and non-residents and may only be valid for both residents and non-residents. purchase a state migratory bird stamp, state waterfowl
purchased at Arizona Game and Fish Department stamp, or a federal waterfowl stamp.
offices or online. 4. Permit-Tag fees are for “Juniors-Only” designated
hunts. A youth must pay the higher fee unless
2. For youth less than 21 years of age. Youth Combination applying only for “Juniors-Only” hunts.
Hunt and Fish license fees apply before and

Family and Super Conservation Licenses
The Family and Super Conservation licenses are designed to help you maximize your recreational dollar. See the cost-
saving breakdowns below to determine what license packages are best for you.
FAMILY LICENSES – available online and at Department offices, not through the draw
These are great values for married couples and parents with children un- Eligibility: Residents only. Licenses may be purchased at any Department
der age 18. The first adult pays full license price, a legal spouse receives office. Family licenses may be issued to members of an immediate fam-
a 20-percent discount, and license fees are greatly discounted for every ily residing in the same household. Immediate family means one adult,
child in the immediate family under age 18. These licenses may not be or two adults who are married to each other, and their children under
obtained through the big game draw. age 18, including adoptive children, stepchildren, foster children, and
other children for whom they are legal guardians.
Family License Class3 What It Includes Primary Adult1 Legal Spouse Each Child2 Family of 4 Total Price
Hunting (Class J) General Hunt license $ 32.25 $ 25.80 $ 15.00 $ 88.05 (Save $29)
Combo Hunt and Fish (Class K) Combo Hunt and Fish license $ 54.00 $ 43.20 $ 20.00 $137.20 (Save $24)
SUPER CONSERVATION LICENSES – only available at Department offices, not through the draw
These super package deals combine multiple licenses, stamps and tags Eligibility: Residents only. The Super Conservation Hunt and Super Con-
to create outstanding values for avid anglers and hunters. These licens- servation Combination Hunt and Fish licenses are available to residents
es may not be obtained through the big game draw. only, and may only be purchased at Department offices.
Super Conservation License Class What It Includes Resident Non-resident

General Hunt license, Unit 12A (North Kaibab) Habitat stamp, state waterfowl
$ 118.00
Super Hunting (Class M)3, 4 stamp and state migratory bird stamp privileges. Also includes nonpermit-tags
(Save $37)
not available
for archery deer, archery turkey, bear and mountain lion.
General Fish license (Class A), Urban Fish license (Class U), trout stamp,
Super Combination Hunt and Fish and General Hunt license, Unit 12 A (North Kaibab) Habitat stamp, state $163.00
not available
(Class N)3, 4 waterfowl stamp, state migratory bird stamp, nonpermit-tags for archery (Save $50)
deer, archery turkey, bear and mountain lion.
Notes:
1. A Primary Adult license must be purchased before a spouse or child license Hunt and Fish (Class N) licenses, and Family licenses (Class J and K) can
can be issued. only be purchased at Department offices. They cannot be purchased
through the draw or at license dealers.
2. A Child is defined as at least age 14 during the license year and under age
18 at the time of purchase. EXCEPT: when a license is purchased for the 4. All stamps and tags included in the Super Conservation Licenses are
next calendar year, then the child must be under age 18 on Jan. 1 of the only valid during the appropriate seasons, and in conjunction with the
calendar year the license is being purchased for. appropriate hunt permit-tag issued through the draw process. The North
Kaibab Habitat Stamp is only valid if you are drawn for a Unit 12A deer
3. Super Conservation Hunt (Class M) and Super Conservation Combination hunt.
Other Licenses Only Available at Arizona Game and Fish Offices

LIFETIME LICENSES COMPLIMENTARY LICENSES
Available only to Arizona residents. License valid for Must meet certain criteria to qualify for free licenses. Call (602) 942-3000 for more information or
lifetime. Fee schedule varies by license type and age. For visit www.azgfd.gov.
more information, visit www.azgfd.gov and type “lifetime
license” in the search box. • Apprentice — Resident licensed hunters are able to obtain a free Apprentice Hunting License,
valid for two days, for use when mentoring a new hunter. This affords new hunters the
• General Fishing, Class A – valid all species except trout opportunity to “try before you buy,” under the supervision of a licensed hunter. A mentor must
• General Hunting, Class G be a bona fide resident of this state who is at least 18 years of age and must possess a class F, G,
J, K, M or N license or a complimentary or lifetime license. A mentor may apply for no more than
• Combo Hunt and Fish, Class F – valid all species two apprentice hunting licenses per calendar year. This license is not valid for big game.
• Trout Stamp – validates Class A for taking of trout • Pioneer — Call (602) 942-3000 for more information or visit www.azgfd.gov.
• Wildlife Benefactor – includes Combo Hunt and Fish • Disabled Veteran — Call (602) 942-3000 for more information or visit www.azgfd.gov.
privileges
Draw Information
The Draw No more than four people may apply in one 2. Fee for a hunting license, if a license is re-
When the number of hunt permits for a spe- envelope. All applicants in a group must apply quested. Be sure to enclose license fees on
cies in a particular area must be limited to for the same hunt number(s) and in the same each application, if required, for each per-
prevent over-harvest of wildlife, the Commis- order of preference on the same form. son who is applying on the application for
sion Order governing seasons for that species a hunting license. Only one license will be
No person, including juniors, may submit more
assigns a hunt number to a designated area, issued per person.
than one valid application per genus of wild-
and a hunt permit-tag is required to take that
life in any calendar year, except as specified in 3. Discounted hunt permit-tag fees are for
species in that area. Hunt permit-tags are is-
R12-4-104(L), when genera are drawn in mul- “Juniors-Only” designated hunts. A youth
sued through a computerized random drawing.
tiple drawings; however the annual bag limit must pay the higher fee unless applying
Big game tags not issued through the drawing
still applies. only for “Juniors-Only” hunts.
process are nonpermit-tags. Nonpermit-tags
may be purchased directly from Department Each applicant shall complete only one block Each payment enclosed with a hunt permit-tag
offices or through license dealers. per application. application shall be made by certified check, ca-
shier’s check, money order, or personal check
No more than one genus may be included on
or draft payable to the Arizona Game and Fish
Qualifications each Hunt Permit-Tag Application Form. Use a
Department. Cash will not be accepted and will
separate form, payment and envelope for each
Individuals wishing to participate in a drawing result in rejection.
genus of wildlife you wish to hunt. You can list
or to purchase bonus points must apply in writ-
a general hunt as your first choice and another One personal check or money order can cov-
ing using the Hunt Permit-Tag Application Form,
weapon type hunt for the same genus as an- er all fees for each application.
and submit the form by the deadline specified in
other choice on the same application—just be
the Hunt Permit-tag Application Schedule found The permit and license fees are specified in the
sure they are in the same numerical series. Use
in the current year’s hunt regulations. fee schedule on pages 4–5. The hunt permit-
only one application per genus, even if you are
tag fees on page 4 include the non-refundable
Each applicant must possess a valid license mixing weapon choices.
application fee.
for the year in which the hunt will take place
Only a single application and the correct fees
or possess a lifetime, pioneer or disabled vet-
must be included in one (1) envelope. More
eran’s license. Non-resident Three-Day Class Submitting Applications
than one (1) application in an envelope may
H licenses may not be used in applying for
result in rejection of all applications. Applications (except first-come, sandhill crane,
big game hunt permit-tags. Youth applying
and raptor applications) may be hand-deliv-
for big game hunts must be licensed. Ap-
ered to Department offices in Phoenix, Mesa,
plicants not licensed for the year in which the Hunt Permit, Bonus Points Tucson, Flagstaff, Pinetop, Kingman or Yuma.
hunt will take place must submit the informa- Disclaimer Mailed applications must be sent only to
tion and fees required for a license on each
The issuance of any big game permit has no the Department’s Phoenix Office at P.O. Box
paper application submitted. Only one license
express or implied guarantee or warranty of 74020, Phoenix, AZ 85087-1052. On deadline
will be issued to you and you will receive a re-
hunter success. Any person holding a valid per- days, Department business offices close at
fund for the other license fees submitted. The
mit assumes the risk that circumstances beyond 5:00 p.m. (MST), but applications can be de-
license will not be issued and mailed until re-
the control of the Arizona Game and Fish De- livered to drop boxes until 7:00 p.m., (MST).
funds and hunt permit-tags are mailed per the
partment may prevent the permit holder from Drop boxes are locked promptly at 7:00 p.m.,
schedule on page 10.
using the permit. In such situations, the Arizo- (MST). All applications must be received by
na Game and Fish Department disclaims any the Department before the deadline. Dead-
Applying For A Hunt responsibility to reissue or replace a permit, to lines for submission are specified in the Hunt
reinstate bonus points or to refund any fees, Permit-Tag Application Schedule on page 10.
Paper applications for hunt permit-tags must
except under specific circumstances, such as Postmarks don’t count.
be made on Hunt Permit-Tag Application Forms
activation of military or emergency person-
available at Department offices, website, and Applications will be accepted as soon as the ap-
nel, as stated in R12-4-107(L).
license dealers. Please use the current year’s plicable year’s hunt regulations are available.
application form, that is WHITE in color. Do Please consult the current year’s hunt regu-
not cut or alter application form. Applica- Fees lations as unit areas and season dates may
tions not prepared in a legible manner may change each year.
When submitting paper applications, each ap-
be deemed not valid and shall be rejected as
plicant shall enclose the following fees: Complete and proper preparation of an
specified in R12-4-104(O). Use standard blue
application is the sole responsibility of the
or black ink (no gel ink). 1. The fee for the appropriate hunt permit-tag,
applicant.
which includes the p ermit application fee.

Draw Information
What Happens To My Unsuccessful, valid applications will be award- To purchase a bonus point, you must have
Application? ed bonus points. previously purchased a hunting license or ap-
ply for a hunting license through the draw for
Any application not properly prepared, submit- Big game hunt permit-tags remaining after the
the year in which the hunt will take place. You
ted with insufficient fees or one that is illegible drawing will be issued on a first-come, first-
must also include the application fee per ap-
is not valid and will be rejected. served basis as specified in the hunt permit-tag
plicant. If applying for a bonus point, you will
application schedule on page 10.
If there is an error that will result in the rejection not receive a refund on the license fee or the
of an application and the application is received application fee. Do not include the fee for the
by the Department on or before Thursday, Sept. Purchasing A Bonus Point Only hunt permit-tag for the genus in which you are
23, 2010, we will make three attempts within applying for the bonus point. A bonus point
In the event you do not wish to participate in
a 24-hour period to notify you by telephone purchase costs you only the license fee (if
a big game drawing for deer, javelina, bighorn
if a phone number is provided. If we are able needed) and the $7.50 application fee per
sheep or buffalo, but still wish to accumulate
to contact you by phone and our customer applicant.
bonus points for these genera, you may “pur-
service representatives can correct the appli-
chase a bonus point.” If applying for more than one species for
cation at that time, they will do so and enter
bonus points, you must complete a separate
the application in the Draw. If an error cannot When completing your application, you must
application for each species. Only a single
be corrected by phone, we will still attempt to choose the bonus point hunt number estab-
application and the correct fees may be in-
notify you of the error and advise you to re- lished for that genus as your first choice. A
cluded in one envelope.
submit your application. The applicants may bonus point hunt number is established with-
then prepare a new Hunt Permit-Tag Application in each applicable Commission Order. If you If you apply for a bonus point only using the
Form, include the appropriate fees and re-ap- choose this hunt number, you may not choose established bonus point hunt number, you may
ply by the scheduled deadline date. any other hunt number on your application. If NOT submit another application for the same
the bonus point hunt number is any choice genus. To do so will cause both applications to
If any applicant in a group is rejected for any
other than the first choice or any other hunt be rejected as duplicate applications.
reason, all other applicants in that group will
numbers appear on the application, your ap-
also be rejected and no bonus points will be All applicants in a group must apply for the
plication will be rejected. You may purchase
awarded. same established bonus point hunt number.
only one bonus point per genus per drawing.
The application will not be included in the ran-
No hunt permit-tag will be issued to anyone in
To purchase a bonus point, the individual dom number drawing and the individual(s) on
a group if there are not sufficient hunt permit-
must be 10 years old by the deadline date the application will each receive a bonus point
tags available for all applicants in that group.
as specified in the hunt permit-tag applica- for that genus.
Hunt permit-tags will be mailed to each suc- tion schedule on page 10.
cessful applicant.
What If I’m Not Drawn?

Please use one of the methods (telephone or
Useful Phone Numbers
Internet) listed on this page to access draw re-
sults. These methods of access shall serve as
the official notification of draw results. Want To Know If You Were Drawn? Report a Game or Fish Violation
Call the Arizona Game and Fish Depart- 1 (800) 352-0700
Over-payments and hunt permit-tag fees re- ment’s automated service at (602) 942-
ceived with unsuccessful applications will be 3000. Press 2 and follow voice prompts. General Information
returned to applicant “A,” as shown on the You must provide your Department ID Leftover Permits (623) 236-7702
Hunt Permit-Tag Application Form. Applica- Number and birth date. This service is
tion and license fees will not be refunded. Report Vandalism or Livestock
free of charge (long distance charges may
You will not be issued or charged for more Depredation
apply). Or visit the Arizona Game and Fish
than one license. 1 (800) VANDALS (826-3257)
Department website at: www.azgfd.gov.
If you or a member of your group elected to Main Number: (602) 942-3000 Mandatory Harvest Reporting of:
donate your fees or a portion thereof, the do- Choose 1 for known extension or name Bear 1 (800) 970-BEAR (2327)
nation will not be refunded. A hunting license is Choose 2 for Draw and Bonus Points Lion 1 (877) 438-0447
required to apply in a drawing. If an application Choose 3 for License Purchase Info. Archery Deer 1 (866) 903-DEER (3337)
is rejected and a license has been requested, Choose 4 for a list of services
the license will not be issued.
How to Apply for the Draw
Completing Your Paper Hunt Permit-tag Application Form

In order to participate in the draw you must
correctly fill out and sign a paper hunt permit- First Choice
Hunt Number
Second Choice
Hunt Number
Third Choice
Hunt Number
Fourth Choice
Hunt Number
Fifth Choice
Hunt Number
tag application form and submit it by mail or A
drop it off to any of the seven Arizona Game
and Fish Department offices along with a Date of Birth
APPLICANT A
check or money order for the correct amount. ( m m ) ( d d ) ( y y y y ) Check One
B Federal Requirement: Social Security Number Non-resident
.
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ed, signed and submitted by mail or dropped
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Class F Hunt/Fish Res B Class F Hunt/Fish Non-Res E
or money order for the correct amount. There issued if you
Class F Youth Hunt/Fish Res C Youth Hunt/Fish Non-Res F are not drawn.
is no online draw application process — only
paper application forms mailed or dropped In order to participate in the draw, you must have or apply for a license. If you are not licensed at
off at a Department office are eligible for en- the time you submit your Hunt Permit-tag Application Form, you must apply for a license on each
try into the draw. application you submit by completing the license portion of the application form. The license fee must
be included with each application. See the applicable hunt regulations for license fees.
R12-4-104 and R12-4-114 explain application
and drawing procedures in detail. Complete
and proper preparation of an application is
WEAPON TYPES WITHIN A SERIES. You must ment I.D. Number prior to submitting and enter
the sole responsibility of the applicant. If any
submit a separate application for each genus it on the application. See #6. You may obtain a
applicant in the group fails to complete any
(series). No more than five hunt choices can Department issued ID number by calling (602)
required portion of the application, all appli-
be requested. You may request fewer. You do 942-3000 during business hours.
cants in the group will be rejected.
not have to fill in all the blocks. You may only
D Check the appropriate resident or non-
Numbered paragraphs correspond to num- apply for either a bonus point or a valid hunt
resident box. Resident means a person who
bers circled on the SAMPLE form, use it to number for any genus, NOT both.
has been a bona fide resident of the state of Ar-
assist you in completing your form, which
B Enter your correct date of birth (mm/ izona for six months immediately preceding the
can be found online, at any license dealer
dd/yyyy). date of application, or a member of the Armed
or Department office.
Forces who has been stationed in Arizona for a
C Enter your Social Security Number. In ac-
A Enter the hunt number(s) of the hunt(s) period of 30 days immediately preceding the
cordance with Federal Requirement, 42 U.S.C.
in which you wish to participate. The hunt date of application for a license.
Section 666 (A)(13) and A.R.S. 25-320 (P) and
number will indicate the genus (deer, turkey,
25-502 (K), you must provide your valid Social E Enter your valid Arizona hunting license
etc.) and area you want to hunt. Do not use
Security Number in the space provided. This number for the year in which the hunt for
the Game Management Unit Number. Hunt
is kept on file with the Arizona Department of which you are applying occurs. The hunting
numbers are listed in the far left column of
Economic Security for use in identifying and license number consists of two letters and six
each Commission Order. Deer hunts are in the
tracking child support offenders. Any invalid numbers. You may purchase a license through
1000 series, turkey hunts are in the 4000 se-
SSN will result in rejection of the application. If the draw by completing the License Applica-
ries, etc. All hunt numbers on an application
you are not a U.S. citizen you must write “NOT tion Form at the bottom of the application and
must be in the same series. YOU CANNOT MIX
US CITZ” in the Social Security field. If you are submitting payment with each of your applica-
HUNT SERIES NUMBERS, BUT YOU CAN MIX
not a U.S. citizen, you must obtain a Depart- tions if you are not licensed.

How to Apply for the Draw
F Enter your Department I.D. Number (for- reached. You are not required to enter your cation Form, # 4, to determine if you qualify.)
merly called Sportsman I.D.). This number telephone number. No entry is required here for a nonresident
is for those individuals who choose to use a applicant.
I Each individual applying, or an appointed
Department issued I.D. Number instead of a
individual, must sign the appropriate appli- P Check the box next to the license type that
social security number to track bonus points
cation section. you wish to purchase. If you are requesting a
or for non-U.S. citizens. This is a permanent
license on more than one application, you
number and is to be used on all hunt appli- COMPLETE 10-16 ONLY IF APPLYING FOR
must specify the same class of license on
cations. Your I.D. Number (if different from A LICENSE.
each application and include the license fee
SSN) is vital to track your bonus points and to
J Enter M for Male, F for Female. with each application. You will not be issued
ensure that you receive the proper credits. Us-
or charged for more than one license. If you
ing a different number may result in your not K Enter your weight in pounds.
are not licensed for the year in which the hunt
receiving proper bonus point credits. An I.D.
L Enter your height in feet and inches. will occur, you must complete the License Ap-
Number may be obtained by calling the De-
plication Form for each genus applied for and
partment. You must still provide a valid SSN M Enter the appropriate abbreviation for
include payment for a license with each applica-
even if you provide a valid Department I.D. hair color:
tion. If you are drawn for more than one genus,
Number. See #3. BLD - Bald BLK - Black
only one license will be issued in your name. If
BLN - Blonde BRN - Brown
G Enter your correct full name (last name you are not drawn, you will be refunded only
GRY - Gray RED - Red
first), your P.O. Box or home mailing ad- the hunt permit-tag fee. You must possess or
SDY - Sandy WHT - White
dress, city, state and zip code. purchase a license to participate in a drawing
N Enter the appropriate abbreviation for or to purchase a bonus point. No refunds will
H The Department will make three attempts
eye color: be issued for license or application fees if you
within a 24-hour period to notify you of er-
BLK - Black BLU - Blue BRN - Brown apply in a drawing and are unsuccessful in the
rors that will result in the rejection of your
GRN - Green GRY - Gray HZL - Hazel drawing. If you do not check the box next to
application if the application is received on
the license type you wish to purchase, your
or before Thursday, Sept. 23, 2010. If you O Enter the number of years and/or months
application will be rejected.
wish to participate in this service, please that you have been a resident of Arizona. (See
list a telephone number where you can be page 8, Completing Your Hunt Permit-Tag Appli-
Help Arizona’s Big Game Species: Donate to the Big Game Habitat Fund
Arizona’s array of big game species is one of Funds derived from hunter donations are used You can become part of Arizona’s success sto-
the most diverse in the nation. By contribut- to conduct habitat improvement projects for all ry by donating a portion of your refund to big
ing to the Big Game Habitat Fund, you become of Arizona’s big game species. To view some game habitat projects. Do so by entering the
our partner in conservation, helping the Arizo- of the projects accomplished with these funds amount of your donation in the space provid-
na Game and Fish Department improve wildlife please visit the Department’s website at: www. ed. This is a voluntary donation which will be
habitat across the state. azgfd.gov/landowner. deducted from your refund.
Q Enter the amount you wish to

donate in this block. This donation
will be subtracted from your refund
if you are eligible for a refund.
Q If unsuccessful, I wish to donate $_______.___ from my refund to the Big Game Habitat Fund.
Hunt Permit-tag Application Schedule – Spring 2011
Hunt permit-tag applications will be accepted and processed in accordance with R12-4-104 and R12-4-114 and this schedule.
Drawing
Acceptance Correction Deadline Dates3
Dates1 Period2
Hunt Applications accepted Deadline 5 p.m. (MST) Deadline 7 p.m. (MST) in Hunt permit-tags Refund warrants
on or after: in Department offices Department offices on: mailed out by: mailed out by:
Spring Turkey (See note 1) Sept. 23, 2010 Oct. 12, 2010 Dec. 3, 2010 Nov. 26, 2010
Spring Javelina (See note 1) Sept. 23, 2010 Oct. 12, 2010 Dec. 3, 2010 Nov. 26, 2010
Spring Buffalo (See note 1) Sept. 23, 2010 Oct. 12, 2010 Dec. 3, 2010 Nov. 26, 2010
Spring Bear (See note 1) Sept. 23, 2010 Oct. 12, 2010 Dec. 3, 2010 Nov. 26, 2010
First Come 4
Applications accepted by mail Permits available for purchase
on or after 8:00 a.m. (MST): at all Department offices after
8:00 a.m. (MST):
Hunt Acceptance Dates Acceptance Dates
Spring Turkey Nov. 29, 2010 Dec. 6, 2010
Spring Javelina Nov. 29, 2010 Dec. 6, 2010
Spring Buffalo Nov. 29, 2010 Dec. 6, 2010
Spring Bear Nov. 29, 2010 Dec. 6, 2010
Notes:
1. The Department will accept Hunt Permit-tag Applications for big pleted applications will be accepted at these locations until 7:00 p.m.
game listed above as soon as the applicable year’s hunt information (MST) on deadline days. No applications will be accepted after this
is available on the Department’s Web site (www.azgfd.gov), or from time regardless of the postmark. Deadline dates may be extended
any Game and Fish Department office or license dealer, unless oth- in the event of a Department-related system failure.
erwise noted in the Hunt Permit-tag Application schedule.
4. First come permits are issued if available and will sell very quickly.
2. If a paper Hunt Permit-tag Application that is submitted contains an Applicants are advised to check with the Department before submit-
error and is received by Sept. 23, 2010, the Department will make ting an application for leftover permits. A listing of leftover permits
three attempts within a 24-hour period to notify the applicant by tele- is available online at www.azgfd.gov or at any Department office. To
phone (if a phone number is provided). submit applications by mail, please send to: P.O. Box 74020, Phoe-
nix, AZ 85087-1052, or to 5000 W. Carefree Highway, Phoenix, AZ
3. Department offices at Flagstaff, Kingman, Mesa, Phoenix, Pinetop,
85086, ATTN: Draw.
Tucson and Yuma will close for business at 5:00 p.m. (MST); com-

Turkey Hunts
n Distribution
For further information on turkeys, their habitat,

range, natural history, or where you can hunt them
in Arizona, please visit www.azgfd.gov.
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
License Required Any valid hunting or combination license except a Three-Day Hunting (Class H) (See tables on pages 4-5 for Resident and
Non-resident license fees).
Tag Required Hunt Permit-tag obtained only through application and draw process as prescribed in R12-4-104 and R12-4-114. EXCEPT
for Archery-Only Nonpermit-tag and Juniors-Only Nonpermit-tag turkey hunts, where nonpermit-tag must be obtained
from a license dealer as prescribed in R12-4-114.
Hunt Numbers Required When applying for big game hunt permit-tags, you must use hunt numbers.
Legal Methods of Take Limited Weapon–Shotgun Shooting Shot Hunt: Any shotgun shooting shot as prescribed in R12-4-318, or crossbow or
bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304. Archery-Only Hunt: Bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304 and R12-4-
318 and/or crossbow as allowed under R12-4-216. Centerfire rifles, muzzleloading rifles and handguns are no longer legal
methods of take.
Legal Animal Definition Bearded turkey means a turkey with a beard that extends beyond the contour feathers of the breast.
Bag Limit One (1) turkey per calendar year, except as prescribed in R12-4-120.
To hunt turkey in Arizona, you need a valid hunting or combination license and a turkey tag. To hunt turkey during a Limited Weapon–Shotgun Shooting
Shot season with an assigned hunt number, you must apply through a draw for a hunt permit-tag. To hunt turkey during Archery-Only or Limited Weapon–
Shotgun Shooting Shot Juniors-Only season without assigned hunt numbers, you may purchase a nonpermit-tag from a Department office or license dealer.
The Department offers “Juniors-Only” designated hunts. Persons are eligible to participate up to and throughout the calendar year of their 17th birthday,
provided that persons between the ages of 10 and 13 have satisfactorily completed a Hunter Education Course that is approved by the Director as per ARS
17-335 (C). Youth hunt permit-tag fees are NOT valid when applying for the standard Limited Weapon-Shotgun Shooting Shot Spring Turkey
hunts. Youth applying for these hunts must pay the resident or non-resident fees.
Turkey: Commission Order 5

Limited Weapon-Shotgun Shooting Shot Spring Turkey
Open Areas do not include any area closed to hunting under A.R.S. sections 17-303 and 17-304 or Commission Rules R12-4-301, R12-4-801, R12-4-802 and R12-4-803.
Hunt No. Season Dates Notes Open Areas Legal Wildlife Permits
4000 BONUS POINT ONLY – See page 7 (No other hunt number may be chosen in conjunction with this one).
MERRIAM’S
4001 Apr 22 - Apr 28, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 1 Bearded turkey 575
4002 Apr 29 - May 19, 2011 1 Bearded turkey 600
4003 Apr 22 - Apr 28, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 3B Bearded turkey 125
4004 Apr 29 - May 19, 2011 3B Bearded turkey 125
4005 Apr 22 - Apr 28, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 3C Bearded turkey 175
4006 Apr 29 - May 19, 2011 3C Bearded turkey 175
4007 Apr 22 - Apr 28, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 4A and 4B Bearded turkey 250
4008 Apr 29 - May 19, 2011 4A and 4B Bearded turkey 250
4009 Apr 22 - Apr 28, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 5A Bearded turkey 150
4010 Apr 29 - May 19, 2011 5A Bearded turkey 200
4011 Apr 22 - Apr 28, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 5B Bearded turkey 100
Turkey Hunts
Turkey: Commission Order 5

Limited Weapon-Shotgun Shooting Shot Spring Turkey
MERRIAM’S
4012 Apr 29 - May 19, 2011 5B Bearded turkey 100
4015 Apr 22 - Apr 28, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 (1) 6B (except Camp Navajo) Bearded turkey 60
4016 Apr 29 - May 19, 2011 (1) 6B (except Camp Navajo) Bearded turkey 90
4019 Apr 22 - Apr 28, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 8 and 10 Bearded turkey 250
4020 Apr 29 - May 19, 2011 8 and 10 Bearded turkey 150
4025 Apr 22 - Apr 28, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 (2) 13A Bearded turkey 25
4026 Apr 29 - May 19, 2011 (2) 13A Bearded turkey 15
4027 Apr 22 - Apr 28, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 (2) 13B (South of Wolfhole - Jacobs Well Road) Bearded turkey 20
4028 Apr 29 - May 19, 2011 (2) 13B (South of Wolfhole - Jacobs Well Road) Bearded turkey 15
4029 Apr 22 - Apr 28, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 17A, 17B, and 18B Bearded turkey 10
4030 Apr 29 - May 19, 2011 17A, 17B, and 18B Bearded turkey 10
---- Apr 22 - May 19, 2011 (1) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B Bearded turkey ----
GOULD’S
4041 Apr 22 - Apr 28, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 (3) 29 Bearded turkey 5
4042 Apr 29 - May 19, 2011 (3) 29 Bearded turkey 5
4047 Apr 22 - Apr 28, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 (3) 34A Bearded turkey 1
4048 Apr 29 - May 19, 2011 (3) 34A Bearded turkey 1
4049 Apr 22 - Apr 28, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 (3) 35A (except Fort Huachuca) Bearded turkey 4
4050 Apr 29 - May 19, 2011 (3) 35A (except Fort Huachuca) Bearded turkey 4
---- Apr 22 - May 19, 2011 (3,4) Fort Huachuca in Unit 35A Bearded turkey ----
Total 7249
Juniors-Only Limited Weapon Shotgun Shooting Shot Spring Turkey

4051 Apr 15 - Apr 21, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 3C Bearded turkey 125
Total 425
Juniors-Only Nonpermit-Tag Required (Limited Weapon-Shotgun Shooting Shot) Turkey

Season Dates Notes Open Areas Legal Wildlife
1, 4A, 4B, 5A, 5B, 6B (except Camp Navajo),
Apr 15 - Apr 21, and May 6 - May 19, 2011 (1) Bearded turkey
7, 8, 10, 12A, and 27
Archery-Only Nonpermit-Tag Required Spring Turkey

May 6 - May 19, 2011 1, 4A, 4B, 12A, and 27 Bearded turkey

Turkey Hunts
Turkey Notes:
1. Camp Navajo in Unit 6B is open to turkey industrial operations may result in partial or from Fort Huachuca. Increases in Force
hunting only to properly licensed hunters complete hunt cancellation at any time with little Protection may result in hunt cancellations at
who meet the qualifications as “Authorized or no prior notification. In the event a hunt is any time with little or no prior notification. In
Participants” according to the installation cancelled, hunters drawn for these permits will the event a hunt is cancelled due to an increase
hunting policies outlined on the Camp Navajo not be reimbursed or otherwise compensated in security, hunters drawn for these permits will
website. Applications for these hunts must be by the Arizona Game and Fish Department. not be reimbursed or otherwise compensated
submitted to Arizona Game and Fish Department 2. The Grand Canyon-Parashant, Vermilion Cliffs, by the Arizona Game and Fish Department.
by the published deadline. Hunters must agree Sonoran Desert, Ironwood Forest, and Agua Fria Applications for these hunts must be submitted
to the Camp Navajo hunting policies during the National Monuments are open to hunting. to the Arizona Game and Fish Department
required registration at http://www.campnavajo. by the published deadline. Fort Huachuca
com/index.php?which_page=recreation. 3. Turkeys in Units 29, 31, 33, 34A, and 35A are contact information: Commander, U.S. Army
After registering, hunters will gain access to Gould’s turkeys. Garrison, ATTN: IMWE-HUA-PWB (Hunting),
the hunt numbers required when submitting 4. The Fort Huachuca Military Reservation in Unit Fort Huachuca, AZ 85613-7010, www.huachuca.
the application. All hunters are required to 35A is open to turkey hunting only to properly army.mil/usag/dpw/hunting.html, (520) 533-
show proof of attendance to a hunter safety licensed Fort Huachuca military and civilian 7083, (520) 533-8763, (520) 533-1867 or dis-
education course during paperwork submission personnel holding a valid Fort Huachuca post enrd@conus.army.mil.
for the Camp Navajo permit. Increases in Force hunting permit. Hunt numbers, season dates
Protection Conditions, training missions and and/or special regulations must be obtained
Attention Hunters Operating Off-Highway Vehicles
OHV rules and laws: • As of July 1, 2009, all OHVs are re-
quired to have a certificate of title.
• No one may use a motor vehicle to assist in
You can obtain a title from the Ari-
the taking of wildlife (except as permitted
zona Department of Transportation
under the Challenged Hunter Access Mobil-
Motor Vehicle Division (MVD).
ity Permit, R12-4-217).
• Anyone 18 and under riding on an
• An off-highway vehicle may only be used
OHV or ATV is required by law to
as a means of travel. It is unlawful to shoot
wear a properly fitted and fastened
from any OHV, to shoot across, near or from
U.S. Department of Transportation
any railroad or roadway.
approved helmet.
• It is illegal to chase or harrass any wildlife
• All OHVs are required to have a
with a motorized vehicle.
USDA approved spark arrestor
• Cross-country travel is illegal in most areas, un- and either a muffler or noise dis-
• It is unlawful to drive an OHV on roads,
less you are picking up legally taken big game sipative device that prevents sound above
trails, routes or areas marked closed by any
(some areas do not allow even that). Always 96 decibels.
land management agency or private land
check with the land management agency.
• A person from out-of-state may operate an owner.
• As of Jan. 1, 2009, you are required to dis- OHV in Arizona if all of the following apply:
• When carrying a rifle or shotgun on an ATV,
play the OHV Decal on your vehicle if it meets The person is not a resident of this state and
it should be unloaded and put in a case that
the two following requirements: the person owns the vehicle and the vehi-
is firmly attached to the vehicle. It is unsafe
cle displays a current title/registration/decal
1. It is made by the manufacturer primarily to carry a rifle or shotgun mounted on the
from the person’s state of residence and the
for travel over unimproved terrain and handlebars of an ATV.
vehicle is not in this state for more than 30
2. Has an unladen weight of 1,800 pounds consecutive days. If you witness habitat damage or vandalism, re-
or less port it at 1-800-VANDALS (826-3257).
Javelina Hunts
n Distribution
For further information on

javelina, their habitat, range,
natural history, or where you can
hunt them in Arizona, please visit
www.azgfd.gov.
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
for Archery-Only Javelina (Units 11M, 25M, 26M, 38M, and 47M) where a hunt nonpermit-tag must be obtained from a
license dealer as prescribed in R12-4-114.
Legal Methods of Take General Hunt and Juniors-Only Hunt: Any firearm, crossbow or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304. HAM:
Handguns, muzzleloading rifles, muzzleloading handguns, crossbow, or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-318.
Archery-Only Hunt: Bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304 and R12-4-318, and crossbow as allowed under R12-4-216.
Bag Limit One (1) javelina per calendar year, except as prescribed in R12-4-120.
To hunt javelina in Arizona, you need a valid hunting or combination license and a javelina tag. To hunt javelina in General, Juniors-Only, HAM and
Archery-Only seasons, you must apply for and obtain a hunt permit-tag through the draw. To hunt javelina in an Archery-Only Nonpermit Tag season, you
may purchase a nonpermit-tag from a license dealer as prescribed in R12-4-114.
The Department offers “Juniors-Only” designated hunts. If applying for a Juniors-Only Hunt, do not reapply for the same species with other applicants on a
separate application. Persons are eligible to participate up to and throughout the calendar year of their 17th birthday, provided that persons between the
ages of 10 and 13 have satisfactorily completed a Hunter Education Course that is approved by the Director as per ARS 17-335 (C). A youth must pay the
higher fee unless applying only for “Juniors-Only” hunts.
Javelina: Commission Order 6

General Spring Javelina
5001 Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 6A, 6B (except Camp Navajo), and 8 Any javelina 150
5002 Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 10 and 18A Any javelina 250
5003 Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 16A Any javelina 350

Javelina Hunts

General Spring Javelina
5004 Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 17A and 17B Any javelina 450
5005 Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 18B Any javelina 450
5010 Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 20C Any javelina 250
5011 Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 (1,4) 21 Any javelina 550
5012 Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 22 Any javelina 600
5020 Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 (3) 30B Any javelina 125
5021 Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 (9) 31 Any javelina 175
5026 Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 (2) 35A (except Fort Huachuca) Any javelina 75
5028 Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 (3) 36A Any javelina 375
5030 Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 (3) 36C Any javelina 275
42 and 44A (except National Wildlife
5033 Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 Any javelina 100
Refuges)
---- Feb 18 - Feb 24, 2011 (2) Fort Huachuca in Unit 35A Any javelina ---
Total 11480
Juniors-Only Spring Javelina

5034 Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2011 6A, 6B (except Camp Navajo), and 8 Any javelina 75
5035 Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2011 10, 17A, 17B, 18A, 19A, 19B, and 20A Any javelina 100
5036 Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2011 16A (except National Wildlife Refuges) Any javelina 50
5037 Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2011 18B Any javelina 100
5038 Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2011 20B and 21 Any javelina 115
5039 Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2011 20C Any javelina 100
5040 Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2011 22 and 23 Any javelina 75
5041 Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2011 24A and 24B Any javelina 50
5042 Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2011 27 Any javelina 25
5043 Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2011 (3,9) 28, 29, 30A, 30B, 31, and 32 Any javelina 75
5044 Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2011 (8) 33, 37A, and 37B Any javelina 150
5045 Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2011 34A and 34B Any javelina 40
5046 Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2011 35A (except Fort Huachuca) and 35B Any javelina 20
5047 Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2011 (3) 36A, 36B, and 36C Any javelina 50
Total 1025
HAM Spring Javelina

5048 Feb 4 - Feb 13, 2011 6A, 6B (except Camp Navajo), and 8 Any javelina 50
5049 Feb 4 - Feb 13, 2011 10 and 18A Any javelina 100
5050 Feb 4 - Feb 13, 2011 16A (except National Wildlife Refuges) Any javelina 100
5051 Feb 4 - Feb 13, 2011 17A and 17B Any javelina 100
Javelina Hunts

General Spring
HAM Spring Javelina
Javelina
5057 Feb 4 - Feb 13, 2011 20C Any javelina 325
5058 Feb 4 - Feb 13, 2011 (1,4) 21 Any javelina 225
5073 Feb 4 - Feb 13, 2011 (2) 35A (except Fort Huachuca) Any javelina 80
5077 Feb 4 - Feb 13, 2011 (3) 36C Any javelina 115
Total 5545
Archery-Only Spring Javelina

5080 Jan 1 - Jan 20, 2011 6A and 6B (except Camp Navajo) Any javelina 500
10, 15A, 15B, 15C, 15D, 16A, 18A, 39, 40A,
5081 Jan 1 - Jan 20, 2011 (4,7) 40B, 41, 42, 43A, 43B, 44A, and 44B (except Any javelina 1000
National Wildlife Refuges)
5082 Jan 1 - Jan 20, 2011 17A, 17B, 18B, 19A, 19B, and 20A Any javelina 1500
5084 Jan 1 - Jan 20, 2011 20C Any javelina 275
5085 Jan 1 - Jan 20, 2011 (1,4) 21 Any javelina 400
5088 Jan 1 - Jan 20, 2011 24A Any javelina 125
5091 Jan 1 - Jan 20, 2011 (3,9) 28, 29, 30A, 30B, 31, and 32 Any javelina 1200
5092 Jan 1 - Jan 20, 2011 (8) 33 and 37B Any javelina 1200
5093 Jan 1 - Jan 20, 2011 (4) 34A and 37A Any javelina 700
5094 Jan 1 - Jan 20, 2011 (2) 34B, 35A (except Fort Huachuca), and 35B Any javelina 300
5095 Jan 1 - Jan 20, 2011 (3) 36A, 36B, and 36C Any javelina 800
---- Jan 1 - Jan 31, 2011 (2) Fort Huachuca in Unit 35A Any javelina ---
Total 9375
Archery-Only Nonpermit-Tag Required Spring Javelina

1, 2A, 2B, 2C, 3A, 3B, 3C, 4A, 4B, 5A, 5B, 7,
Jan 1 - Jan 20, 2011 (4,5,6) Any javelina
8, 9, 11M, 25M, 26M, 38M, and 47M

Javelina Hunts
Javelina Notes:
1. Cave Creek Recreational Area is closed to 5. Hunting is not permitted in Unit 26M in the that can be obtained by calling: the Marine
javelina hunting. following described area: Those private lands Corps Air Station in Yuma at (928) 269-7150;
2. The Fort Huachuca Military Reservation in Unit lying just north of the Town of Cave Creek in the Bureau of Land Management, Phoenix Field
35A is open to javelina hunting only to properly Sections 10, 11, 12, 14 and 15 of Township 6 Office at (623) 580-5500; the Cabeza Prieta
licensed Fort Huachuca military and civilian North, Range 3 East. National Wildlife Refuge at (520) 387-6483 ; the
personnel holding a valid Fort Huachuca post 6. Hunting is not permitted in Unit 47M in the Public Lands Information Center at (602) 417-
hunting permit. Hunt numbers, season dates following described area: an unincorporated 9300; or the Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field
and/or special regulations must be obtained portion of land within the City of Mesa known at (928) 683-6200.
from Fort Huachuca. Increases in Force as the Elliott and Hawes County Island in Section 8. The Florence Military Reservation (training
Protection may result in hunt cancellations at 16, Township 1 South, Range 7 East. areas B and D: the areas north and south
any time with little or no prior notification. In 7. Entry into portions of units 40A, 40B, 46A, and of Cottonwood Canyon Road) in Unit 37B is
the event a hunt is cancelled due to an increase 46B is subject to military closure and requires subject to short term closures due to military
in security, hunters drawn for these permits will coordination with the Barry M. Goldwater operations, including live fire operations, and
not be reimbursed or otherwise compensated Range (BMGR) for hunting access. A) Weapons requires coordination with the Florence Military
by the Arizona Game and Fish Department. impact areas on the Air Force side of the BMGR, Reservation for hunting access. For specific
Applications for these hunts must be submitted to include the East Tactical Range (including closure dates or any other access concerns,
to the Arizona Game and Fish Department the Paradise Well area), are closed to entry at contact the Florence Military Reservation at
by the published deadline. Fort Huachuca all times. All persons desiring to hunt outside (602) 267-2062. A map of the Florence Military
contact information: Commander, U.S. Army weapons impact areas but within the boundaries Reservation is located on the Arizona Game
Garrison, ATTN: IMWE-HUA-PWB (Hunting), of the BMGR located in Units 40A and 40B or to and Fish Department’s website, azgfd.gov (type
Fort Huachuca, AZ 85613-7010, www.huachuca. cross the BMGR to access Units 46A and 46B are Florence Military Reservation in the search
army.mil/usag/dpw/hunting.html, (520) 533- required to sign a Hold Harmless Agreement box).
7083, (520) 533-8763, (520) 533-1867 or dis- and obtain a Special Use Range Permit. More 9. Unit 31 and 32 hunts -- Access to Aravaipa
enrd@conus.army.mil. information about the Special Use Range Permit Canyon Wildlife Area (as prescribed in R12-4-
3. The Buenos Aires Refuge is open to javelina may be obtained by calling the 56th Fighter 802) is allowed by permit only, available through
hunting as permitted by refuge regulations; all Wing Range Management Office Public Affairs the Safford Field Office of the Bureau of Land
other Refuges are closed. person at (623) 856-8516 or (623) 856-8520. B) Management. For more information, contact
4. The Grand Canyon-Parashant, Vermilion Cliffs, Access to the Air Force’s one public recreation the Safford Field Office at (928) 348-4400 or
Sonoran Desert, Ironwood Forest, and Agua Fria area (Area B) or the Marine Corps side of the www.blm.gov/az/sfo/aravaipa/aravaipa.htm.
National Monuments are open to hunting. BMGR does not require a Special Use Range
Permit but still requires a Recreational Permit
Return Your Hunter Questionnaire —

Your Tag Depends on It!
Submit your response online or by mail.
www.azgfd.gov/huntersurvey
Buffalo Hunts
n Distribution
For further information on buffalo,

their habitat, range, natural history,
or where you can hunt them in
Arizona, please visit www.azgfd.gov.
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
Tag Required Hunt Permit-tag obtained only through application and draw process as prescribed in R12-4-104 and R12-4-114.
Legal Methods of Take Bow and arrow, centerfire rifles, muzzleloading rifles, or all other rifles using black powder as prescribed in R12-4-304.
Bag Limit One (1) buffalo in a lifetime, except as prescribed in R12-4-120.
To hunt buffalo in Arizona, you need a valid hunting or combination license and a buffalo tag. To hunt buffalo in any season, you must apply for and obtain
a hunt permit-tag through the draw.
Buffalo meat taken under this Order may be sold as prescribed in R12-4-305. SEE BUFFALO HUNT REGULATIONS UNDER R12-4-306. View the current hunt
regulations booklet for the rule reference.
HOUSE ROCK BUFFALO HUNT SPECIAL NOTE: During the fall and spring hunts at the House Rock Wildlife Area (HRWA), a significant portion of the herd
has in the past moved to the Grand Canyon National Park where hunting is not allowed. Hunters are advised that if this occurs, their ability to successfully
harvest a buffalo may be significantly impacted. As with any hunt, circumstances beyond the control of the Arizona Game and Fish Department may
prevent the permit holder from being successful. The Arizona Game and Fish Department and Commission disclaims any responsibility to reissue or replace
a permit, to reinstate bonus points, to refund any fees, or to provide any other form of relief. The HRWA buffalo hunt is considered to be one of the most
difficult hunts in the state. Buffalo can be difficult to locate. Plan on spending the entire season hunting, as an abbreviated hunt will lower your chances of
success. Buffalo hunters must dress and care for their own animals; the Department will not assist. Take time to improve your physical condition. Hunters
are often required to walk considerable distances (up to 8 miles) every day over rugged terrain. House Rock hunters should be prepared for remote
and primitive conditions. High clearance or four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended. Some portions of HRWA are included in the U.S. Forest Service
wilderness system that does not preclude hunter access but does limit their means of transportation and equipment usage. For more information, call the
Flagstaff Regional Office at 928-774-5045.
Buffalo: Commission Order 8

General Spring Buffalo
7020 Jan 14 - Jan 16, 2011 5A and 5B (Raymond Wildlife Area Herd) Yearling buffalo only 2

Buffalo Hunts
Buffalo: Commission Order 8

General Spring Buffalo
7021 Jan 28 - Jan 30, 2011 5A and 5B (Raymond Wildlife Area Herd) Yearling buffalo only 2
7022 Jan 1 - Jun 14, 2011 (2,3) 12A, 12B, and 13A (House Rock Wildlife Area Herd) Any buffalo 14
Total 18
Buffalo Notes:
1. A hunter with a buffalo hunt permit-tag for Rock Wildlife Area herd shall check out in person telephone, the report shall include the name of
the Raymond Wildlife Area herd shall be or by telephone at either the Department’s the hunter, the hunter’s tag number, the sex of
accompanied by an authorized Department Flagstaff regional office or the House Rock the buffalo taken, the number of days hunted,
employee who shall designate the animal to be Wildlife Area headquarters within three days and a telephone number where the hunter can
harvested and shall hunt in the order scheduled following the close of the season. A successful be reached for additional information (R12-4-
by the Department in accordance with R12-4- buffalo hunter shall report information about 306).
306. Hunters that desire a more challenging the kill to the Department within five business 3. The Grand Canyon-Parashant, Vermilion Cliffs,
hunt should apply for the House Rock Wildlife days after taking the buffalo either in person at Sonoran Desert, Ironwood Forest, and Agua Fria
Area hunts. the House Rock Wildlife Area headquarters or National Monuments are open to hunting.
2. An unsuccessful hunter, or hunter who did not in person or by telephone at the Department’s
hunt, with a buffalo hunt permit-tag for the House Flagstaff regional office. If the kill is reported by
Poachers aren’t hunters;

they’re thieves, stealing from YOU.
To report violations, call the Depart-

OPERATION GAME THIEF ment’s Operation Game Thief line:
1 (800) 352-0700
(800) 352-0700, or report online at
www.azgfd.gov/thief.
Bear Hunts
■ Distribution
For further information on bears,
their habitat, range, natural history,
or where you can hunt them in
Arizona, please visit www.azgfd.gov.
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
for General Nonpermit or Archery-Only Nonpermit bear, a bear nonpermit-tag must be obtained from a license dealer
as prescribed in R12-4-114.
Hunt Numbers Required When applying for big game hunt permit tags, you must use hunt numbers.
Legal Methods of Take General Hunt: Any firearm or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304. General Nonpermit-tag Hunt: Any firearm
or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304. Archery Hunt: Bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304 and R12-4-318
and crossbow as prescribed in R12-4-216. Archery Nonpermit-tag Hunt: Bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304 and
R12-4-318 and crossbow as prescribed in R12-4-216.
Bag Limit One (1) bear per calendar year, except as prescribed in R12-4-120.
To hunt spring bear in Arizona, you need a valid hunting or combination license and a bear tag. To hunt bear during a spring General or Archery-Only
season, you must apply through the draw for a hunt permit-tag. To hunt bear during a spring General Nonpermit Tag or Archery-Only Nonpermit Tag
season, you may purchase a nonpermit-tag from a license dealer as prescribed in R12-4-114.
As prescribed in R12-4-308, all hunters must contact an Arizona Game and Fish Department office in person or by telephone at 1-800-970-BEAR (2327)
within 48 hours of taking a bear. The report shall include the hunter’s name, hunting license number, tag number, sex of the bear taken, management unit
where the bear was taken, and telephone number at which the hunter can be reached to obtain additional information. Within 10 days of taking a bear,
the hunter shall present the bear’s skull, hide, and attached proof of sex to a designated Arizona Game and Fish Department employee for inspection. If
a hunter freezes the skull or hide before presenting it for inspection, the hunter shall prop the jaw open to allow access to the teeth and ensure that the
attached proof of sex is identifiable and accessible (pursuant to R12-4-308). A premolar tooth will be removed during the inspection. Successful hunters are
encouraged to contact the nearest Department office by telephone to coordinate inspections
Bear: Commission Order 9

General Spring Bear
Open Areas do not include any area closed to hunting under A.R.S. Sections 17-303 and 17-304 or Commission Rules R12-4-301, R12-4-801, R12-4-802 and R12-4-803.
Hunt No. Season Dates Notes Open Areas Legal Wildlife Permits Fem Harv Limit
8001 Mar 18 - Apr 28, 2011 (1,2,3,7) 6B (except Camp Navajo) Any bear except sows with cubs 5 1
---- Mar 18 - Apr 28, 2011 (1,2,3,4,7) Fort Huachuca in Unit 35A Any bear except sows with cubs -- 1
Total 5

Bear Hunts
Bear: Commission Order 9

General Nonpermit-Tag Required Spring Bear
Season Dates Notes Open Areas Legal Wildlife Fem Harv Limit
Mar 18 - Apr 28, 2011 (1,2,3,7) 17A, 17B, and 18B Any bear except sows with cubs 1
Mar 18 - Apr 28, 2011 (1,2,3,7) 19A and 20A Any bear except sows with cubs 1
Mar 18 - Apr 28, 2011 (1,2,3,7) 22 Any bear except sows with cubs 1
Mar 18 - Apr 28, 2011 (1,2,3,6,7) 23 North Any bear except sows with cubs 1
Mar 18 - Apr 28, 2011 (1,2,3,7) 24A Any bear except sows with cubs 1
Mar 18 - Apr 28, 2011 (1,2,3,7) 29 and 30A Any bear except sows with cubs 1
Mar 18 - Apr 28, 2011 (1,2,3,5,7) 31 Any bear except sows with cubs 2
Mar 18 - Apr 28, 2011 (1,2,3,5,7) 32 Any bear except sows with cubs 1
Mar 18 - Apr 28, 2011 (1,2,3,7) 34A Any bear except sows with cubs 1
Mar 18 - Apr 28, 2011 (1,2,3,4,7) 35A and 35B (except Fort Huachuca) Any bear except sows with cubs 2
Archery-Only Spring Bear

Hunt No. Season Dates Notes Open Areas Legal Wildlife Permits Fem Harv Limit
8002 Apr 29 - Jul 31, 2011 (1,2,3,7) 3B and 3C Any bear except sows with cubs 100 1
8003 Apr 29 - Jul 31, 2011 (1,2,3,7) 4B Any bear except sows with cubs 10 2
8004 Apr 29 - Jul 31, 2011 (1,2,3,7) 22 Any bear except sows with cubs 50 1
8005 Apr 29 - Jul 31, 2011 (1,2,3,6,7) 23 North Any bear except sows with cubs 50 1
8006 Apr 29 - Jul 31, 2011 (1,2,3,7) 33 Any bear except sows with cubs 10 2
8007 Apr 29 - Jul 31, 2011 (1,2,3,7) 34A Any bear except sows with cubs 20 2
8008 Apr 29 - Jul 31, 2011 (1,2,3,4,7) 35A and 35B (except Fort Huachuca) Any bear except sows with cubs 40 3
---- Apr 29 - Jul 31, 2011 (1,2,3,4,7) Fort Huachuca in Unit 35A Any bear except sows with cubs --- 1
Total 280
Archery-Only Nonpermit-Tag Required Spring Bear

Season Dates Notes Open Areas Legal Wildlife Fem Harv Limit
Mar 18 - Apr 28, 2011 (1,2,3,7) 3B and 3C Any bear except sows with cubs 1
Bear Notes:
1. No person shall knowingly use any substance as bait numbers, season dates and/or special regulations information, contact the Safford Field Office at (928)
at any time to attract or take bear (R12-4-304). must be obtained from Fort Huachuca. Increases 348-4400 or www.blm.gov/az/sfo/aravaipa/aravaipa.
in Force Protection may result in hunt cancellations htm.
2. The use of dogs is prohibited during Bear hunts from at any time with little or no prior notification. In
January 1 to July 31 (R12-4-318). the event a hunt is cancelled due to an increase in 6. 23 North Hunt Unit - That portion of Unit 23 located
security, hunters drawn for these permits will not north of the following: Beginning at the junction
3. When the number of female bears equaling the of Tonto Creek and Spring Creek; east along
female harvest limit for a particular hunt has been be reimbursed or otherwise compensated by the
Arizona Game and Fish Department. Applications for Spring Creek to FR 134; east on FR 134 to FR 129;
reported killed, by either hunters or the Department, east on FR 129 to AZ Hwy 288; east on AZ Hwy 288
the unit(s) will be closed at sundown the Wednesday these hunts must be submitted to the Arizona Game
and Fish Department by the published deadline. Fort to FR 54; east on FR 54 to FR 202; south on FR 202 to
immediately following. Hunters are responsible for FR 127; east on FR 127 to FR 127A; east on FR 127A
calling 1-800-970-BEAR (2327) before hunting to Huachuca contact information: Commander, U.S.
Army Garrison, ATTN: IMWE-HUA-PWB (Hunting), to the White Mountain Apache Indian Reservation
determine if their desired hunt unit is still open. The boundary.
female harvest limit is combined for Unit 35A/35B Fort Huachuca, AZ 85613-7010, www.huachuca.
and Fort Huachuca hunts, and both hunts will close army.mil/usag/dpw/hunting.html, (520) 533-7083, 7. Annual Female Harvest Limit – If the Annual Female
when the female harvest limit is reached for Unit (520) 533-8763, (520) 533-1867or dis-enrd@conus. Harvest Limit for a given unit is met during a calendar
35A/35B. army.mil. year, that unit or portion thereof will close to bear
5. Unit 31 and 32 hunts -- Access to Aravaipa Canyon hunting for the current and future bear seasons
4. The Fort Huachuca Military Reservation in Unit 35A during that calendar year. The Annual Female
is open to bear hunting only to properly licensed Fort Wildlife Area (as prescribed in R12-4-802) is allowed
by permit only, available through the Safford Field Harvest Limit is comprised of any female bear killed
Huachuca military and civilian personnel holding by a hunter or the Department. Refer to the table
a valid Fort Huachuca post hunting permit. Hunt Office of the Bureau of Land Management. For more
below for the Annual Female Harvest Limit by unit.
Annual Female Harvest Limit

Unit Limit Unit Limit Unit Limit Unit Limit Unit Limit
3B 10 17A, 17B, 18B 4 23N 15 29, 30A 10 34A 7
3C 4 19A, 20A, 20B 6 23S 12 31 9 35A, 35B, FTHU 7
4B 6 22N 10 24A 8 32 6
6B 4 22S 4 27 25 33 4
Hunt Camps
New to Hunting?
The Arizona Game and Fish Department supports and promotes introducing children to
the American tradition of hunting by offering a wide variety of juniors-only hunting and
shooting programs. These programs are designed to get children in the field with a par-
ent, guardian, or mentor who can focus completely on the child, and provide the guidance
needed to teach the next generation of hunters how to be safe, responsible stewards and
ethical conservationists.
To take full advantage of these programs, Game and Fish is partnering with sportsmen’s
groups, gun clubs and conservation organizations to host mentored first-time events and
camps to assure a positive experience hunting in the great outdoors. Below is a listing of
some of the upcoming events.
Oct. 1–3: Squirrel and Fishing ■ A tag is required to hunt javelina

Camp Interested, but not ready ■ Hosted by Coueswhitetail.com and
■ Unit 22 to go hunting yet? Outdoor Experience 4 All
■ Hosted by the Arizona Deer Association
Don’t worry, we still want you to come on ■ Amanda@coueswhitetail.com
and the Mogollon Sporting Association
out and see what the outdoor experience ■ Food, tips and guidance offered
■ Contact Henry Apfel: (928) 476-6428 or
is all about. Hunting is just one portion of
via e-mail at hapfel@azgfd.gov
■ Food, tips and guidance offered these events. Many of these camps are Feb. 18–20, 2011: Javelina Hunt
also open to people wishing to learn more ■ Prescott Area (Units 17A&B/19B/20A)
about wildlife biology, ecology and their ■ A tag is requried to hunt javelina
Oct. 1–3: Squirrel Camp ■ Hosted by the Arizona Bowhunters
■ Unit 6A habits; target shooting; archery; wildlife
viewing; camping; camaraderie and more. Association and Outdoor Experience 4 All
■ Hosted by Outdoor Experience 4 All and
If you are interested, just contact the camp ■ www.OE4A.org
Mingus Mountain Longbeards
■ Food, tips and guidance offered host and let them know.
March 4–6, 2011: Junior Jack
• www.OE4A.org
Kamp
Jan. 21–23, 2011: Juniors Javelina ■ Unit 36A/B/C
Dec. 4–5: Small Game Camp
■ Camp ■ Hosted by the Arizona State Chapter
Unit 24A/37B ■ Unit 20C Safari Club International
■ Hosted by Youth Outdoors Unlimited ■ A tag is required to hunt javelina ■ www.azsci.com
■ youthoutdoorsunlimited@gmail.com ■ Hosted by Youth Outdoors Unlimited ■ Food, tips and guidance offered
■ Food, tips and guidance offered ■ youthoutdoorsunlimited@gmail.com
■ Food, tips and guidance offered April 15–17, 2011: Juniors-only
Dec. 10–12: Cibola Juniors Turkey Camps
Waterfowl Hunt
■ Cibola National Wildlife Refuge Jan. 21–23, 2011: Juniors Javelina ■ Units 6B/8, 3C/23/4A&B, and 1/27
■ Open to licensed junior hunters 17 years Camp ■ A tag is required to hunt turkey
■ Unit 22/23 ■ Hosted by the Arizona State Chapter of
and younger accompanied by a licensed ■ A tag is required to hunt javelina the National Wild Turkey Federation
adult hunter ■ Hosted by the Arizona Deer Association ■ Food, tips and guidance offered
■ Hosted by the Southwest Habitat
■ www.azdeer.org ■ lehays02@hotmail.com (Units 1/27)
Partnership ■ Food, tips and guidance offered ■ rich@saselectric.com (Units 3C/23/4A&B)
■ getoutsideaz@gmail.com
■ dennysden@msn.com (Units 6B/8)
■ Pre-registration required
■ $40 refundable registration Feb. 11–13, 2011: Women’s
■ Food, tips and guidance offered Javelina HAM Hunt
■ Unit 36A/B/C
Visit www.azgfd.gov/getoutside for additional camp dates and updated information.

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Juniors-Only Nonpermit-Tag Required (Limited Weapon-Shotgun Shooting Shot) Turkey

Archery-Only Nonpermit-Tag Required Spring Turkey

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Attention Hunters Operating Off-Highway Vehicles

For further information on

Javelina: Commission Order 6

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Javelina: Commission Order 6

Juniors-Only Spring Javelina

HAM Spring Javelina

Javelina: Commission Order 6

Archery-Only Spring Javelina

Archery-Only Nonpermit-Tag Required Spring Javelina

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Return Your Hunter Questionnaire —

For further information on buffalo,

Buffalo: Commission Order 8

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Buffalo: Commission Order 8

Poachers aren’t hunters;

To report violations, call the Depart-

Bear: Commission Order 9

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Bear: Commission Order 9

Archery-Only Spring Bear

Archery-Only Nonpermit-Tag Required Spring Bear

Annual Female Harvest Limit

Oct. 1–3: Squirrel and Fishing ■ A tag is required to hunt javelina

Visit www.azgfd.gov/getoutside for additional camp dates and updated information.

22 Arizona Game and Fish Department — www.azgfd.gov

Department office location Region I

REGION 1 REGION 3 REGION 5

ARIZONA GUIDED HUNTS Art of The Outdoorsman Taxidermy

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