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Ready to Catch a Little Fame and Glory?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re new to angling or a seasoned pro, the fishing challenges provide opportunities to pursue and catch your “big fish” and have it posted on our website. Find your challenge, see how to enter, and explore the official rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Fishing Challenges Offered by AZGFD <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bass anglers:<\/strong> Arizona Bass Challenge<\/a>
Arizona is home to great bass fishing! The Arizona Game and Fish Department works to provide anglers with great opportunities to catch a variety of bass all over the state.

Trout anglers:<\/strong> Arizona Trout Challenge<\/a>
Arizona\u2019s Trout Challenge Program was developed to encourage anglers to learn more about fishing opportunities in the state. Arizona Game and Fish Department manages many waters statewide to provide anglers the opportunity to catch several different species of trout, including two  found only in the Southwest, Gila Trout and Apache Trout.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Want to Go Fishing around the State?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Find ways to experience fishing all over the state, including community waters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you need a fishing license, a combo hunt & fish license, or a short-term license, read about them here.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n buy now\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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There are 50+ community lakes in Arizona. Make a memory fishing with the family!<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n lake locations\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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