Arizona hunting and trapping regulations

              Use these regulations to apply for the 2004 Fall big game drawing.
Fall hunt permit application deadline is Tuesday, June 8, 2004 at 7 p.m. (MST).
Regulations apply to hunting seasons from July 1, 2004 to June 30, 2005.
Purchase hunt and fish licenses and apply for big game hunt permit-tags
online at azgfd.com or www.arizona-hunt.com/apps/.
Arizona Game and Fish Department
2004-2005 Arizona
Hunting and Trapping
Regulations
2 Arizona Game and Fish Department
Want To Know If You Were Drawn?
Call (602) 942-3000 Call the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s automated service
at (602) 942-3000. Press 2 and follow voice prompts. You must provide your Department
ID Number and month and day of birth (00/00). This service is free of charge (long distance
charges may apply).
Web site at azgfd.com Access draw results through the Arizona Game and Fish
Department’s Web site at azgfd.com. You will be required to provide a Department ID
Number and month and day of birth (00/00). This service is free of charge.
Hunt Regulation Changes For 2004-2005
This list is for informational purposes only and lists only the major changes that have
occurred since the publication of the last regulation booklet. Individuals should
thoroughly read and understand the appropriate regulations prior to making applica-tion
or going afield.
Habitat Management Stamp Required for North Kaibab
All 12A (North Kaibab) deer hunters are now required to purchase a $15 Unit 12A
Habitat Management Stamp. Stamps can be purchased at any license dealer and
cannot be obtained through the draw process. Application for Kaibab deer hunts no
longer requires the additional $5 fee per person.
Successful Archery Deer Hunters Must Contact AZGFD
Successful archery deer hunters must contact an AZGFD office in person, or by
telephone at 1 (866) 903-DEER (3337), within 10 days of taking a deer unless the
deer has been checked through a mandatory hunter checking station. See page 14
and R12-4-308 on page 64.
Buying a Bonus Point
If you will be unable to hunt this season, yet wish to keep up-to-date with your bonus point
accumulation without risking being drawn and losing your bonus points, you may now
“buy” a bonus point for each bonus point species. See page 5 and R12-4-107 on page 54.
Some Tag Fees to Change on Jan. 1, 2005 (Spring Draw)
Permit-tags for residents and for non-residents will increase in conjunction with the
2005 spring hunts draw process. Over the counter resident and non-resident non-permit
tags will increase on January 1, 2005. See page 9 for details.
Changes to Mountain Lion Regulations
Hunters may not take spotted kittens or female mountain lions accompanied by
spotted kittens. Successful mountain lion hunters are now required to provide a
premolar tooth from the mountain lion to AZGFD. See page 29.
Mearns’ Quail Bag Limit Changes
The Mearns’ quail daily bag limit is reduced to eight. See page 36.
Supplemental Hunter Pool
A reminder to hunters, the supplemental hunter pool is purged annually on April 30.
Interested hunters must reapply to be eligible for future population management hunts.
See page 39.
ARIZONA GAME AND FISH DEPARTMENT MISSION
To conserve, enhance, and restore Arizona’s diverse wildlife
resources and habitats through aggressive protection and
management programs, and to provide wildlife resources
and safe watercraft and off-highway vehicle recreation for
the enjoyment, appreciation, and use by present and
future generations.
ARIZONA GAME AND FISH COMMISSION
Susan E. Chilton, Chair — Arivaca
W. Hays Gilstrap — Phoenix
Joe Melton — Yuma
Michael M. Golightly — Flagstaff
Joe Carter — Safford
ARIZONA GAME AND FISH DEPARTMENT
2221 W. Greenway Road
Phoenix, Arizona 85023
(602) 942-3000
azgfd.com
Duane L. Shroufe, Director
Steve K. Ferrell, Deputy Director
––––––– REGIONAL OFFICES –––––––
REGION I
2878 E. White Mountain Blvd., Pinetop 85935
(928) 367-4281
REGION II
3500 S. Lake Mary Road, Flagstaff 86001
(928) 774-5045
REGION III
5325 N. Stockton Hill Road, Kingman 86401
(928) 692-7700
REGION IV
9140 E. 28th Street, Yuma 85365
(928) 342-0091
REGION V
555 N. Greasewood Road, Tucson 85745
(520) 628-5376
REGION VI
7200 E. University Drive, Mesa 85207
(480) 981-9400
Produced by the
Arizona Game and Fish Department
Information and Education Division
The Arizona Game and Fish Department does not
endorse or promote any product or service advertised
in this regulation booklet.
Cover illustration of a Coues white-tailed buck,
by George Lockwood, George Lockwood Studio
www.georgelockwood-art.com
The Arizona Game and Fish Department prohibits dis-crimination
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 em-ployment
practices, the individual may file a complaint
alleging discrimination directly with the AZGFD Deputy
Director, 2221 W. Greenway Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85023,
(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 alter
native format, please contact the AZGFD
Deputy Director as listed above or by
calling TTY at 1 (800) 367-8939.
2004 - 2005 Arizona Hunting Regulations 3
Game Management Unit Maps
State Map by Unit ................................ 43
Region 1, Units 1, 2A, 2B,
2C, 3A, 3B, 3C, 4A, 4B, 27 ................ 44
Region 2, Units 5A, 5B, 6A, 6B,
7, 7E, 7W, 7M, 8, 9, 12A, 12B,
13A, 13B .......................................... 45
Region 3, Units 10, 15A, 15B,
15C, 15D, 16A, 17A, 17B
18A, 18B,19A, 19B, 20A ................... 46
Region 4, Units 16B, 20C, 39, 40A,
40B, 41, 42, 43A, 43B, 44A, 44B,
45A, 45B, 45C, 46A, 46B .................. 47
Region 5, Units 28, 29, 30A,
30B, 31, 32, 33, 34A,34B, 35A,
35B, 36A, 36B, 36C, 37A, 37B, 37M ... 48
Region 6, Units 20B, 21, 22,
23, 24A, 24B, 39M, 42M .................. 49
Game and Fish Laws
A.R.S. 17-101 (Definitions) ................. 50
A.R.S. 17-301 (Times and
Methods of Taking) .......................... 50
A.R.S. 17-301.01 (Protection
from Wildlife) ................................... 50
A.R.S. 17-303 (Taking or Driving
Wildlife) ........................................... 50
A.R.S. 17-304 (Hunting Prohibition
by Landowner) .................................. 50
A.R.S. 17-309 (Violations;
Classifications) ................................. 51
A.R.S. 17-314 (Civil Liability;
Illegal Taking or Wounding) ............. 51
A.R.S. 17-331 (License or Proof
of Purchase; Violation of Child
Support Order) ................................. 51
Application Info and Fees
Hunting Information .......................... 4-5
Printed Application ............................ 6-7
Online Application ................................ 7
Application Schedule ............................ 8
Permit-tag and License Fees ................. 9
Commission Orders
Commission Order 2, Deer ............ 10-14
Commission Order 3, Antelope ...... 16-17
Commission Order 4, Elk ............... 18-23
Commission Order 5, Turkey ............... 24
Commission Order 7,
Bighorn Sheep ................................. 26
Commission Order 8, Buffalo .............. 27
Commission Order 9, Bear .................. 28
Commission Order 10,
Mountain Lion ............................ 29-30
Commission Order 11, Squirrel ........... 31
Commission Order 12,
Cottontail Rabbit .............................. 32
Commission Order 13, Predatory
& Fur-bearing Mammals .................. 33
Commission Order 14, Other
Birds & Mammals ............................ 34
Commission Order 15, Pheasant ......... 35
Commission Order 16, Quail ............... 36
Commission Order 17, Chukar ............ 36
Commission Order 18, Blue Grouse .... 37
Commission Order 23, Trapping ......... 37
Commission Order 26, Population
Management Hunts .................... 39-42
Table of Contents
Game and Fish Laws
A.R.S. 17-332 (Duplicate Tags &
Licenses) ......................................... 51
A.R.S. 17-333.02 (Trapping
License; Education) .......................... 52
  A.R.S. 17-335 (Minors;
Blind Residents) ............................... 52
  A.R.S. 17-336 (Complimentary
Licenses) ......................................... 52
A.R.S. 17-340 (Revocation,
Suspension) ..................................... 52
A.R.S. 17-341 (Fraud or
Misrepresentation) ........................... 52
A.R.S. 17-361 (Trappers;
Licensing; Duties) ............................ 52
Game and Fish Rules
R12-4-101 (Definitions) ...................... 53
R12-4-103 (Duplicate License) ............ 53
R12-4-104 (Permit Drawings) ....... 53-54
R12-4-107 (Bonus Point System) ....... 54
R12-4-108 (Management Unit
Boundaries) ............................... 54-57
R12-4-110 (State Land Access) .......... 58
R12-4-111 (Identification Number) ..... 58
R12-4-112 (Diseased or
Injured Wildlife) ............................... 58
R12-4-114 (Issuance of Nonpermit-tags
& Hunt Permit-tags) ........... 58-59
R12-4-115 (Supplemental Hunts) ........ 57
R12-4-117 (Indian Reservations) ........ 59
R12-4-121 (Big Game Permit or
Tag Transfer) ................................... 59
This summary of hunting regulations is prepared for convenience only. It is not a legal document, as it does not contain all the laws and regulations relating to hunting. For additional information
contact any Arizona Game and Fish Department office. Regulations apply to hunting seasons from July 1, 2004 to June 30, 2005. Regulations on migratory birds, fishing, falconry, reptiles and
amphibians are published separately. Javelina, spring turkey, spring bear and spring buffalo hunts are published in a September supplement. The issuance of any big game permit has no express
or implied guarantee or warranty of hunter success. Any person holding a valid permit assumes the risk that circumstances beyond the control of Arizona Game and Fish may prevent the permit
holder from using the permit. In such situations, Arizona Game and Fish disclaims any responsibility to reissue or replace a permit, to reinstate bonus points or to refund any fees.
Index
Access, State Lands (R12-4-110) ........ 58
Access to Private Lands ................ 72, 73
Age Restrictions .............................. 4, 52
Antelope Hunts ............................. 16-17
Application Instructions ..................... 6-7
Archery Deer Nonpermit-tag Fees ......... 9
Archery Turkey Nonpermit-tag Fees ..... 9
Bear Hunts and Regulations ................ 28
Bear Nonpermit-tag Fees (General) ....... 9
Bighorn Sheep Hunts .......................... 26
Blue Grouse Hunts .............................. 37
Bonus Point System
(R12-4-107) ....................... 4, 5, 54, 75
Bow & Arrows (R12-4-304) .......... 61-62
Buffalo Hunts ................................ 27, 63
  Challenged Hunters
(R12-4-217) ................................. 4, 60
Check Stations (R12-4-308) ................ 64
Chukar Partridge Hunts ....................... 36
Civil Liabilities ............................... 51, 67
Clinics ................................................. 80
Common Violations ............................. 67
Complimentary Licenses ..................... 52
Condors .............................................. 25
Conservation Education ................. 75, 76
Cottontail Rabbit Hunts ....................... 32
Crossbow (R12-4-216) ....................... 60
Deer Hunts .................................... 10-14
Disclaimer Statement ........................... 4
Draw Odds/Success Rates ............ 77-79
Draw Results ....................................... 2
Donations ............................................ 7
Educational Display of Live Wildlife ..... 68
Elk Hunts ...................................... 18-23
Firearms, Prohibited, Legal for
Hunting (R12-4-303 & 304) ....... 61-62
Guides ............................................ 5, 72
Harvest Information Program
(HIP) .......................................... 38, 59
Heritage Fund ...................................... 74
Hunter Education .......................... 54, 75
Hunter Emergency Information Card ..... 42
Hunter Questionnaire Program ............. 5
Hunting on Public Lands ............... 71-72
Hunt Permit-Tag
Application Schedule ......................... 8
Indian Reservations (R12-4-117) ........ 59
Jaguars ............................................... 30
Landowner Relations Program ............ 73
License & Hunt Permit-Tag Fees .......... 9
License Required
(A.R.S. Title 17-331) ........................ 51
License Revocation ....................... 52, 67
Lifetime License Holders ...................... 4
Live Wildlife ........................................ 68
Lost License/Tag (R12-4-103) ............. 53
Maps ............................................ 43-49
Migratory Bird Stamp .......................... 38
  Minors; Blind Residents
(A.R.S. Title 17-335) ........................ 52
Motor Vehicle & OHV Use ....... 50, 58-60
Mountain Lion Nonpermit-
Tag Fees ........................................... 9
Mountain Lion Hunts ..................... 29-30
National Park Service
Restricted Areas ............................... 72
Night Hunting A.R.S. Title 17-301 ........ 50
Nonimmigrant Aliens ............................ 5
Nonresident Hunt Permit-Tag Fees ....... 9
Off-Highway Vehicles
(OHV) .................... 5, 65-66, 69, 71-72
Operation Game Thief .......................... 70
Permit Drawings
(R12-4-104) ........................ 4-5, 53-54
Pheasant Hunts ................................... 35
Pioneer License ................................... 52
Possession & Transportation
(R12-4-305) ............................... 62-63
Predatory & Furbearing Mammals ....... 33
Game and Fish Rules
(continued)
R12-4-203 (Harvest Information
Program) ................................... 38, 59
  R12-4-216 (Crossbow Permit) ....... 60
  R12-4-217 (CHAMP Permit) ........... 60
R12-4-301 (Restrictions for Taking Wildlife
in Maricopa County Parks) .......... 60-61
R12-4-302 (Use of Tags) .................... 61
R12-4-303 (Prohibited Devices and
Ammunition) .................................... 61
R12-4-304 (Lawful Methods for
Taking Wild Mammals, Birds,
and Reptiles) .............................. 61-62
R12-4-305 (Possessing,
Transporting, Importing,
Exporting, and Selling Carcasses
or Parts of Wild Mammals,
Birds, and Reptiles) .................... 62-63
R12-4-306
(Buffalo Hunt Regulations) ............... 63
R12-4-307
(Trapping Regulations) ............... 63-64
R12-4-308 (Wildlife Inspections,
Check Stations, and Roadblocks) ..... 64
R12-4-318 (Seasons) .......................... 64
R12-4-319
(Aircraft to Take Wildlife) ............ 64-65
R12-4-320
(Harassment of Wildlife) ................... 65
R12-4-609 (Commission Orders) ........ 65
R12-4-801 (Wildlife Areas
General Provisions) .......................... 65
R12-4-802 (Wildlife Areas
Restrictions) .............................. 65-66
Public Lands Hunting .................... 71-72
Population Management Hunts ..... 39-42
Quail Hunts ......................................... 36
Raffles ................................................ 80
Reptile & Amphibian
Regulations ....... (See separate regulation)
Residency ................................. 4, 50, 67
Restrictions on County
Parks (R12-4-301) ..................... 60-61
Sportsmen Etiquette and
Responsibilities ................................ 73
Squirrel Hunts ..................................... 31
State Land Access (R12-4-110) .......... 58
Sunrise/Sunset Schedule .................... 80
Supplemental Hunts
(R12-4-115) ..................................... 59
Supplemental Hunts Application .......... 39
Telephone Numbers ...................... 71-72
Trapping ...................... 37, 52, 63-64, 72
Turkey Hunts ...................................... 24
Unit Boundary Descriptions
(R12-4-108) ............................... 54-57
Violations (A.R.S. Title 17-309) ..... 51, 67
Waterfowl Stamp ................................ 38
Waterholes and Tree Stands ...... 5, 68, 72
Wolf Recovery Program ...................... 15
4 Arizona Game and Fish Department
Hunting Information
Who Can Go?
Everyone needs a license to hunt in Arizona. You must
possess a Pioneer license, disabled veterans license, a valid
Class G General Hunting License, or a Class F Combination
Hunting and Fishing License, plus any required hunt permit-tags,
nonpermit-tags or stamps.
A person under 14 may hunt wildlife other than big game
without a license when accompanied by a properly licensed
person 18 years or older. No more than two unlicensed
children may accompany any license holder.
No one under the age of 14 may take big game without having
completed the Arizona Hunter Education Course or equiva-lent.
No one under age 10 may be certified to hunt big game
under the hunter education course.
Young Hunters
AGE – Anyone 14 years of age or over needs a license to hunt
wildlife in Arizona. You need in possession a valid Class G General
Hunting License, or a Class F Combination Hunting and Fishing
License, or a Class H Three-day Hunting License (not valid for big
game), plus any required tags, permit-tags or stamps.
A person under 14 may hunt wildlife other than big game
without a license when accompanied by a properly licensed
person of 18 years or older. (No more than two unlicensed
children may accompany any license holder.)
No one under the age of 14 may take big game without having
completed a Hunter Education Course. No one under age 10
may hunt big game in Arizona. To hunt big game, anyone 10
to 13 years of age must have in their possession a valid Class
F or G license, a valid Hunter Education Course completion
card, plus any required permit tags.
Lifetime License Holders
If a lifetime license holder changes resident status from
Arizona, the licensee must then purchase nonresident stamps,
tags, and permits. A nonresident tag or stamp can accompany
your lifetime resident license. The lifetime license will remain
legal for the taking of all wildlife as permitted by law. Resi-dency
may be reestablished after moving back to Arizona and
meeting the required time period as set forth by law. Consult
A.R.S. 17-335.01 for additional information.
Residency Requirements
Residency means a person who has been a bona fide resident
of the state of Arizona for six months immediately preceding the
date of application for a license, or a member of the armed
forces who has been stationed in Arizona for a period of 30 days
immediately preceding the date of application for a license.
Arizona residents may purchase a resident license. All other
individuals must purchase a non-resident license.
Purchase Hunting and Fishing
Licenses online at azgfd.com
Purchase Hunting and Fishing Licenses online at azgfd.com
or call toll free at 1 (866) 462-0433.
A temporary license number will be issued upon transaction
completion that allows the purchaser to legally hunt and/or
fish. This temporary number cannot be used to apply for a
hunt permit-tag through the draw process. The regular paper
license will be mailed within one business day. You may also
obtain your license number for use in the draw by calling toll-free
at 1 (866) 462-0433.
ATTENTION! If you need a license to enter the draw, please
click on “Big Game Draw” located on the green bar on the main
web page to apply for a license at the same time you apply for
big game hunt permit-tags.
Three-Day Non-Resident License
A Class H, three-day non-resident license, valid for the taking
of small game, fur-bearing animals, predatory animals, non-game
animals, nongame birds, upland game birds and
migratory game birds, except ducks, geese and swans is
available at all license dealers for $51.50. This license is not
valid for hunting big game nor is it valid when applying for big
game hunts through the draw process.
Lost License or Tag Replacement
Lost licenses, hunt permit-tags and nonpermit-tags may be
replaced for a fee at any Arizona Game and Fish Department
license dealer. See R12-4-103 Duplicate Tags and Licenses
on page 53 for additional information.
Physically Challenged Hunters  
Those hunters who are physically challenged may qualify for
a Challenged Hunter Access/Mobility Permit (CHAMP). See
R12-4-217 on page 60 for a description of this permit. Contact
any Arizona Game and Fish Department office for additional
information and application.
The Draw
When the number of hunt permits for a species in a particular
area must be limited to prevent over-harvest of wildlife, the
Commission Order governing seasons for that species as-signs
a hunt number to a designated area, and a hunt permit-tag
is required to take that species in that area. Hunt permit-tags
are issued through a computerized random drawing. Big
game tags not issued through the drawing process are
nonpermit-tags. Nonpermit-tags may be purchased directly
from department offices or through license dealers.
Qualifications
Individuals wishing to participate in a drawing must apply in
writing on the Hunt Permit-Tag Application Form or online at
azgfd.com, or at www.arizona-hunt.com/apps/.
Each applicant must possess a Class F or G hunting license for
the year in which the hunt will take place or possess a pioneer
or disabled veteran’s license. Class H license may not be used
in applying for big game permit-tags. Juveniles applying for
big game hunts must be licensed. Applicants not licensed for
the year in which the hunt will take place must submit the
information and fees required on each license application.
Applying For A Hunt
Applications for hunt permit-tags must be made on Hunt
Permit-Tag Application Forms available at Department offices,
web site, and license dealers. For some draws, applications can
also be made online at azgfd.com or www.arizona-hunt.com/
apps/. Applications not prepared in a legible manner may be
deemed not valid and shall be rejected as specified in R12-4-
104(D). Use standard blue or black ink (no gel ink).
No more than four people may apply in one envelope. No more
than two non-residents may apply as a group when applying for
bighorn sheep or buffalo. All applicants in a group must apply for
the same hunt number(s) and in the same order of preference.
No person may submit more than one valid application per
genus of wildlife in any calendar year, except as specified in
R12-4-104(C)10.
No more than one genus may be included on each paper Hunt
Permit-Tag Application Form. Use a separate form and envelope
for each genus (elk, deer, etc.) of wildlife you wish to hunt. Deer
hunts are in the 1000 series, antelope hunts in the 2000 series,
and so on. You can list a general hunt as your first choice and a
special weapons hunt for the same genus as another choice on
the same application—just be sure they are in the same numeri-cal
series (1000, 2000, etc.). Use only one application per genus,
even if you are mixing general and special weapons choices.
Hunt Permit, Bonus Points Disclaimer
The issuance of any big game permit has no express or implied
guarantee or warranty of hunter success. Any person holding
a valid permit assumes the risk that circumstances beyond the
control of Arizona Game and Fish may prevent the permit holder
from using the permit. In such situations, Arizona Game and
Fish disclaims any responsibility to reissue or replace a permit,
to reinstate bonus points or to refund any fees, except under
specific circumstances as stated in R12-4-107 on page 54.
Fees
Each applicant shall enclose fees:
1. The fee for the appropriate hunt permit-tag. IMPORTANT
NOTICE: A Unit 12A (North Kaibab) Habitat Management
Stamp is now required for all 12A (North Kaibab) deer
hunters. These stamps are available at all license deal-ers
at a cost of $15.00. They are not obtained through the
draw process. Application for Kaibab deer hunts no
longer requires the additional $5.00 fee per person.
2. A permit application fee.
3. Fee for a hunting license, if a license is requested. Be sure
to enclose license fees for each person who is applying with
the application for a hunting license.
Each payment enclosed with a hunt permit-tag application shall
be made by certified check, cashier’s check, money order, or
personal check or draft payable to the Arizona Game and Fish
Department. Cash will not be accepted.
One personal check or money order can cover all fees for the
application.
The permit and license fees are specified in the fee schedule.
The hunt permit-tag fees on page 9 include the $5.00 non-refundable
application fee.
A $25 fee will be charged for each returned or dishonored check
Submitting Applications
Applications may be submitted online, mailed to the Phoenix
Office or hand-delivered to Department offices in Phoenix,
Mesa, Tucson, Flagstaff, Pinetop, Kingman or Yuma. Mailed
applications must be sent only to the Department’s Phoenix
Office at P.O. Box 52002, Phoenix, AZ 85072-2002. On
deadline days, Department business offices close at 5:00 p.m.
(MST), but applications can be delivered to drop boxes until
7:00 p.m., (MST). Drop boxes are locked and online services
cease promptly at 7:00 p.m., (MST). All applications must be
received by the Department before the deadline. Deadlines for
submission are specified in the Hunt Application Schedule on
page 8. Postmarks don’t count.
Complete and proper preparation of an application is the sole
responsibility of the applicant. The Department will assist, but
cannot inspect applications nor guarantee that they are correct.
What Happens To My Application?
The Department will examine your application and determine
whether or not it is eligible for inclusion in the Draw. Any
application not properly prepared or submitted with insuffi-cient
fees is not valid and will be rejected and all fees refunded.
If there is an error and your paper application is received by the
Department on or before Friday, May 28, 2004, we will make
three attempts within a 24-hour period to notify you by tele-phone
if a phone number is provided. If we are able to contact
you by phone and our customer service representatives can
correct the application at that time, they will do so and enter the
application in the Draw. If an error cannot be corrected by
phone, we will still attempt to notify you of the error and advise
you to re-submit your application. The applicants may then
prepare a new Hunt Permit-Tag Application Form, include the
appropriate fees and re-apply by the scheduled deadline date.
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Hunting Information
If any applicant in a group is rejected for any reason, all other
applicants in that group will also be rejected.
No hunt permit-tag will be issued to anyone in a group if there
are not sufficient hunt permit-tags available for all applicants
in that group.
Hunt permit-tags will be mailed to successful applicants.
What If I’m Not Drawn?
You will no longer receive a notice in the mail if you were
unsuccessful in the draw. Please use one of the methods
(telephone or Internet) described on page 2 to access draw
results. These methods of access shall serve as the official
notification of draw results.
Your money will be refunded. Over-payments and hunt per-mit-
tag and license fees received with unsuccessful
applications will be returned to applicant “A,” as shown on
Hunt Permit-Tag Application Form. Application fees received
with valid applications will not be refunded.
If you or a member of your group elected to donate his/her
fees or a portion thereof, the donation will not be refunded. If
an applicant has applied for a hunting license and they are
unsuccessful in the draw, his/her money will be refunded.
Applicants who request that a license be issued to them
regardless of their draw status will be issued a license and the
license fee will not be refunded.
You will be awarded bonus points if eligible to receive them.
Hunt permit-tags remaining after the drawing will be issued
on a first-come, first-served basis online at azgfd.com or
www.arizona-hunt.com/apps/ or by telephone at 1 (866) 462-
0433 as specified in the hunt permit-tag application schedule
on page 8. When the bag limit is one per calendar year, an
unsuccessful applicant may re-apply for remaining hunt per-mit-
tags in unfilled hunt areas. Unsuccessful spring turkey
and buffalo hunters may apply in a fall drawing.
Hunter Questionnaire Program
The Department uses the Hunter Questionnaire to estimate
harvest and hunter participation levels.
Accurate data are necessary for making sound wildlife manage-ment
decisions. Your response, whether you were successful
or unsuccessful, or even did not hunt, is essential for obtaining
accurate data. Your response is voluntary and in no way affects
your chances of being drawn for a permit-tag in subsequent
years. Unreturned questionnaires cost money, while providing
no data. Help us use sportsmen’s dollars more efficiently to
manage wildlife — please return your hunter questionnaire!
Hunting Accidents
Any person, who while taking wildlife, is involved in a shooting
accident resulting in an injury should render every possible
assistance to the injured person. If the accident results in a
fatality, he or she shall immediately report the accident to the
nearest available law enforcement officer and render assistance
as required. In any hunting accident, a report shall be filed with
the Arizona Game and Fish Department within ten days.
Guides and Guide Service
If you are paying a guide to assist you in taking wildlife in the State
of Arizona you should determine that your guide is lawfully
licensed. A guide license issued from the Arizona Game and Fish
Department is required for any person who, for pay, aids or
assists another in the taking of wildlife in Arizona. This license
does not assure consumer satisfaction; potential clients should
require references before engaging the services of a guide.
Guiding on USFS, BLM, or USFWS lands requires a special-use
permit from the administering agency. It is the
responsibility of the client to determine if his guide has the
necessary special use permits.
Road Damage by Motorized Vehicles
The U.S. Forest Service has expressed concern over damage
to roads during hunting seasons. Since the majority of our big
game habitat is found on Forest Service lands, the Department
urges hunters to cooperate with the U.S. Forest Service to
reduce road damage. The U.S. Forest Service may close roads
during wet periods. During such periods, roads are closed to
all users. Please cooperate and reduce road damage. Careless
hunters can be fined for damages they cause; assessment can
be as high as $5,000 per mile driven.
Posting Signs
The U.S. Forest Service would like to remind you that posting
or erecting any unauthorized paper notice, sign or similar
matter on lands administered by the U.S. Forest Service is a
violation of the Code of Federal Regulations.
Taking Wildlife from a Vehicle
Includes: using a vehicle to hunt while traveling on or off road;
and/or chasing wildlife with a vehicle, both of which are illegal.
It is also illegal under state law to shoot from, across, or onto
a roadway or railway. See A.R.S. 17-301.B on page 50.
It is illegal to use an aircraft to pursue, shoot, hunt or
otherwise take wildlife. See R12-4-319 on page 64.
Hunting Near Buildings
It is unlawful to discharge a firearm within one-quarter mile of
an occupied building while hunting, without permission of the
owner or occupant. This includes farmhouses, cabins, lodges,
trailer homes and other buildings. It may be difficult to know
whether a building is "occupied" or not. If in doubt, don't shoot.
(See Classification of Violations, Title 17-309.A.4 page 51).
Camping, Hunting Near Water Holes
It is unlawful to camp within one-quarter mile of a water hole
containing water, or a man-made watering facility containing
water if camping there means that wildlife or livestock may be
denied access to the only reasonably available water. Give
wildlife a break. A quarter-mile is only 440 yards.
Hunting water holes on public lands from ground blinds and
tree stands can sometimes lead to conflicts between hunters.
All legally licensed hunters have the same rights to hunt public
land. No reservations exist in public hunting areas, regardless
of when a person builds a blind or stand. Ethical and respon-sible
hunters shall work together to resolve conflicts. Denying
access to public lands is a violation of state and/or federal law.
Radio Collars
RADIO COLLARS—Radio transmitters have been placed on
numerous species. Radioed animals may be legally taken in
season, but any radios or other animal markers (such as ear tags)
must be returned to the nearest Department office or officer.
When Is Hunting Legal?
SEASONS
Open hunting season dates are indicated in the Commission
Orders governing the taking of each kind of big and small
game (pages 10-42). Seasons for all wildlife are closed unless
specifically opened by Commission Order.
Special restrictions apply on state wildlife areas (see R12-4-
802, pages 65-66), as well as at certain times on parks,
refuges and similar areas (see R12-4-301, page 60-61).
SHOOTING HOURS
Legal shooting time is during daylight hours (see sunrise-sunset
chart on page 80) or as prescribed by the Commission
(see individual Commission Orders). In general, if you can see
well enough to shoot safely, you are legal. Taking wild animals
or birds by moonlight or artificial light is illegal, except for
raccoons, reptiles and other mammals as prescribed in R12-
4-304, pages 61-62. Other time requirements apply for
migratory birds (see Migratory Bird Regulations).
Arizona Game and Fish Department
Automated Phone Information Service
Main Number/General Information(602) 942-3000
Choose 1 for known extension or name
Choose 2 for Draw and Bonus Points
Choose 3 for a list of services
• Weekly Wildlife News ........................... (602) 789-3700
• Weekly Fishing Report .......................... (602) 789-3701
• Leftover Permits ................................... (602) 789-3702
Report a Game or Fish Violation ............. 1 (800) 352-0700
Report Vandalism or
Livestock Depredation ......... 1 (800) VANDALS (826-3257)
Report Harvesting a Bear ............ 1 (800) 970-BEAR (2327)
Report Harvesting a Lion ........................ 1 (877) 438-0447
Report Harvesting an Archery Deer . 1 (866) 903-DEER (3337)
Non-US Citizens Wanting
to Hunt in Arizona
Pursuant to new regulations by the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol,
Tobacco and Firearms (ATF), nonimmigrant aliens who want to
temporarily import firearms and/or ammunition into the United
States for the allowable purpose of taking wildlife will need an ATF
import permit and valid hunting license in possession at the time
of entry/import into the United States. For further information or
to make application for the import permit, contact ATF’s Firearms
and Explosives Import Branch at (202) 927-8320, or download
an application from the ATF web site at www.atf.treas.gov.
Arizona hunting licenses can be obtained from licenses dealers
throughout the state, from any Arizona Game and Fish Depart-ment
office, or online at azgfd.com.
Purchasing A Bonus Point Only
In the event you do not wish to participate in a big game
drawing for antelope, bighorn sheep, buffalo, deer or elk but
still wish to accumulate bonus points, you may “purchase a
bonus point” for any or all of the genera named above.
In order to purchase a bonus point, you must have previously
purchased a hunting license or apply for a hunting license
through the draw for the year in which the hunt will take place.
You must also include payment for the applicable hunt permit-tag
fee for that particular genus and include the $5.00
application fee.
When completing your application, you must choose the
bonus point hunt number established for that genus as your
first choice. A bonus point hunt number is established within
each applicable Commission Order. If you choose this hunt
number, you may not choose any other hunt number on your
application. If the bonus point hunt number is any choice
other than the first choice or any other hunt numbers appear
on the application, your application will be rejected. You
may purchase only one bonus point per species per drawing.
If you apply for a bonus point only using the established bonus
point hunt number, you may NOT submit another application
for the same genus. To do so will cause both applications to
be rejected as duplicate applications. If you apply to purchase
a bonus point only, you will NOT be entered into the drawing.
All applicants in a group must apply for the same established
bonus point hunt number. The application will not be included
in the random number drawing and the individual(s) on the
application will each receive a bonus point for that genus.
6 Arizona Game and Fish Department
In order to participate in the draw you must have or apply for a license. If you are not
licensed at the time you submit your Hunt Permit-Tag Application Form, you must apply
for a license by completing a License Application Form and including payment with
each application.
Completing Your Printed Hunt
Permit-tag Application Form
R12-4-104 on Page 53-54 explains application and draw-ing
procedures in detail. Complete and proper prepara-tion
of an application is the sole responsibility of the
applicant. If any applicant in the group fails to complete
any required portion of the application, all applicants in
the group will be rejected. Applications can also be filled
out and submitted on-line at azgfd.com or www.arizona-hunt.
com/apps/.
Numbered paragraphs correspond to numbers circled on
the SAMPLE forms - use them to assist you in completing
your forms.
  Enter the hunt number(s) of the hunt(s) in which you
wish to participate. The hunt number will indicate the
genus (deer, elk, etc.) and area you want to hunt. Do not
use the Game Management Unit Number. Hunt numbers
are listed in the far left column of each Commission Order.
Deer hunts are in the 1000 series, antelope in the 2000
series, elk in the 3000 series, and so on. All hunt numbers
on an application must be in the same series. YOU CAN
NOT MIX HUNT SERIES NUMBERS, BUT YOU CAN MIX
WEAPON TYPES WITHIN A SERIES. You must submit a
separate application for each genus (series). No more
than five hunt choices can be requested. You may request
fewer. You do not have to fill in all the blocks. Do not repeat
any choices.
  Enter your Social Security Number. In accordance
with Federal Requirement, 42 U.S.C. Section 666 A13 and
A.R.S. 25-320 (K) and 25-502 (E), you must provide your
Social Security Number in the space provided. This is kept
on file with the Arizona Department of Economic Security
for use in identifying and tracking child support offenders.
If you are not a U.S. citizen and do not use a foreign
address, you must write “NOT US CITZ” in the Social
Security field. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you must obtain
a Department I.D. Number and enter it on the application.
See #4.
  Enter your correct date of birth (mm/dd/yy).
  Enter your Department I.D. Number (formerly called
Sportsman I.D.). This number is only for those individu-als
who choose to use a department issued I.D. Number
instead of a social security number to track bonus points.
This is a permanent number and is to be used on all hunt
applications. Your I.D. Number (if different from SSN) is
vital to track your bonus points and to ensure that you
receive the proper credits. Using a different number may
result in your not receiving proper bonus point credits. An
I.D. Number may be obtained by calling the department.
  Enter your valid Arizona hunting license number for
the year in which the hunt for which you are applying
occurs. The hunting license number consists of two
letters and six numbers. If you don’t have a license, see
“Completing Your License Application Form” below. You
must purchase a license through the draw by completing
a License Application Form and submitting payment with
each of your applications if you are not licensed.
  Check the appropriate resident or nonresident box.
Resident means a person who has been a bona fide
resident of the state of Arizona for six months immediately
preceding the date of application, or a member of the
Armed Forces who has been stationed in Arizona for a
How to Apply for the Draw
period of 30 days immediately preceding the date of
application for a license.
  Enter your correct name (last name first), mailing
address, city, state and zip code.
  The department will make three attempts within a 24-
hour period to notify you of errors in your paper application
if the application is received on or before Friday, May 28,
2004. If you wish to participate in this service, please list
a telephone number where you can be reached. You are
not required to enter your telephone number.
	 Each individual applying, or an appointed indi-vidual,
must sign the appropriate application section.

 Enter M for Male, F for Female.
  Enter your weight in pounds.
  Enter your height in feet and inches.

 Enter the appropriate abbreviation for hair color:
BLD - Bald BLK - Black
BLN - Blonde BRN - Brown
GRY - Gray RED - Red
SDY - Sandy WHT - White
  Enter the appropriate abbreviation for eye color:
BLK - Black BLU - Blue BRN - Brown
GRN - Green GRY - Gray HZL - Hazel
  Enter the number of years and/or months that you
have been a resident of Arizona. (See above, Complet-ing
Your Hunt Permit-Tag Application Form, paragraph
6 to determine if you qualify.) No entry is required here
for a non-resident applicant.
  Check the fee box next to the license type which
you wish to purchase. If you are requesting a license
on more than one application (paper and/or on-line),
you must specify the same class of license on each
application.
  If you wish to purchase a license even if you are not
drawn, check this box on all applications submitted and
include the license fee. By checking this box, you will be
eligible to participate in the bonus point program for elk,
buffalo, bighorn sheep, antelope or deer. You will only be
issued one license, even if you are not drawn. All
additional license fees will be refunded.
If you are not licensed you must complete the License
Application Form for each genus applied for and include
payment with each. If you are drawn for more than one
genus, only one license will be issued in your name. If you
are not drawn, you will not be issued a license, you will
NOT participate in the bonus point program, and your fees
will be refunded minus the $5.00 Application Fee.

     
    
   
 
 
   
 
  	
 
 
2004 - 2005 Arizona Hunting Regulations 7
How to Apply for the Draw
Completing Your Online Hunt Permit-tag Application Form
You may apply for big game hunts online at azgfd.com
or at www.arizona-hunt.com/apps/. The Arizona Game
and Fish Department began accepting online applica-tions
for the 2002 Fall Draw. The response from the
hunting public has been very positive with approxi-mately
70 percent of hunters currently using the
department’s Web site to apply for hunt permit-tags.
There are many advantages in submitting an online
application. By using the online method, you can meet
deadlines without mailing applications or traveling to a
department office to drop off applications. The possibil-ity
of your application being rejected is drastically reduced
due to the fact that the online application program will
prompt you to accurately complete your application.
Additionally, at the time of application you will only pay
Arizona has one of the most diverse wildlife populations
in the nation. Our partnerships are continually evolving
to become almost as diverse as our wildlife resources.
Partnerships, involving individual groups, and other
government entities, have become an integral part of the
department’s wildlife management programs. In case
Big Game Habitat Fund
after case, we are reminded that with these partnerships
the number of projects undertaken are far greater than
what might otherwise have been achieved without their
assistance.
In our efforts to manage wildlife for present and future
generations funding is always a limiting factor. Our part-ners’
donations allow us to stretch a buck and often
multiply our dollars and our efforts. You can become part
of our success story by donating a portion of your refund
to big game habitat projects. Do so by entering the amount
of your donation in the space provided. This is a voluntary
donation which will be deducted from your refund.
the application fee, the license fee (if you wish to partici-pate
in the bonus point program, and have not previously
purchased a license for the year in which the hunt takes
place) and any donations you might wish to make to the
Big Game Habitat Fund. Hunt permit-tag fees and license
fees (if you specify you want a license only if drawn) will
be charged after the drawing is completed and your
application is successful. This eliminates the require-ment
to pay your tag fees in advance and/or issue a
refund if you are not successful in the draw.
If you are purchasing a bonus point only and do not wish
to participate in the draw, you will be charged for the
application fee, the license fee (if you have not previously
purchased a license) and the cost of the hunt permit-tag
at the time of application.
A valid credit or debit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discovery
or American Express) must be used when applying online
for a big game hunt permit-tag. Please be aware that if you
are successful in the draw and the debit or credit card used
for the application is not approved for the amount of the
required fees after the draw, your application will be
rejected. The Department is not responsible for any over-draft
charges incurred due to insufficient funds.
To apply online, simply log on to the Arizona Game and
Fish Department Web site at azgfd.com, place the cursor
on “Big Game Draw” located on the green bar on the
main web page and follow the step-by-step instructions.
If you are unable to access the department’s Web site,
you can submit your application at www.arizona-hunt.
com/apps/.
  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.
 
8 Arizona Game and Fish Department
Hunt Permit-tag Application Schedule – Fall 2004 & Spring 2005
HUNT PERMIT-TAG APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AND PROCESSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH R12-4-104 AND R12-4-114 AND THIS SCHEDULE.
DRAWING
Acceptance Dates1 Correction Period2 Deadline Dates3
Applications Deadline 5 p.m. (MST) Deadline 7 p.m. (MST) Hunt permit-tags Refund warrants
Hunt accepted on or after: in department offices in department offices on: mailed out by: mailed out by:
Deer ( See note 1, 6) May 28, 2004 June 8, 2004 July 23, 2004 Aug. 6, 2004
Antelope (See note 1) May 28, 2004 June 8, 2004 July 23, 2004 Aug. 6, 2004
Elk (See note 1) May 28, 2004 June 8, 2004 July 23, 2004 Aug. 6, 2004
Fall Turkey (See note 1) May 28, 2004 June 8, 2004 July 23, 2004 Aug. 6, 2004
Bighorn Sheep (See note 1) May 28, 2004 June 8, 2004 July 23, 2004 Aug. 6, 2004
Buffalo (See note 1) May 28, 2004 June 8, 2004 July 23, 2004 Aug. 6, 2004
Sandhill Crane Aug. 2, 20044 N/A Sept. 7, 2004 Sept. 24, 2004 Oct. 8, 2004
Spring Turkey (See note 1) Oct. 1, 2004 Oct. 12, 2004 Nov. 19, 2004 Dec. 3, 2004
Javelina (See note 1) Oct. 1, 2004 Oct. 12, 2004 Nov. 19, 2004 Dec. 3, 2004
Spring Buffalo (See note 1) Oct. 1, 2004 Oct. 12, 2004 Nov. 19, 2004 Dec. 3, 2004
Spring Bear (See note 1) Oct. 1, 2004 Oct. 12, 2004 Nov. 19, 2004 Dec. 3, 2004
Pheasant July 9, 20044 N/A July 21, 2004 Aug. 6, 2004 Aug. 13, 2004
Raptor Jan. 3, 20054 N/A Feb. 1, 2005 Feb. 22, 2005 Feb. 25, 2005
Notes:
1. The Department will accept Hunt Permit-tag Applications for big
game as soon as the current year hunt information is available on the
Department’s Web site (azgfd.com), or from any Game and Fish
Department Office, or License Dealer, unless otherwise noted in the
Hunt Permit-Tag Application schedule.
2. If a mail-in Hunt Permit-tag Application contains an error and it is
received prior to this deadline, the Department will make three
attempts within a 24-hour period to notify the applicant by telephone
(if a phone number is provided).
3. Department offices at Flagstaff, Kingman, Mesa, Phoenix, Pinetop,
Tucson and Yuma will close for business at 5:00 p.m. (MST);
completed applications will be accepted at these locations until 7:00
p.m. (MST) on deadline days. No applications will be accepted after
this time regardless of the postmark. Deadline dates and times apply
to online as well as paper applications. Deadline dates for online
applications may be extended by 24 hours in the event of a
Department related system failure.
4. Sandhill Crane, Pheasant and Raptor applications accepted by mail-only
at the Phoenix office (P.O. Box 52002, Phoenix, AZ 85072-2002).
5. First come permits are issued if available and will sell very quickly.
Applicants are advised to check with the Department before submit-ting
an online application for leftover permits. A listing of leftover
permits is available by telephone at (602) 789-3702, or toll-free at
1 (866) 462-0433 or online at azgfd.com. There will probably not be
any hunt permit-tags available after the drawing for these species:
antelope, bighorn sheep, buffalo, spring turkey, spring buffalo, or
spring bear.
6. IMPORTANT NOTICE: A Unit 12A (North Kaibab) Habitat Management
Stamp is now required for all 12A (North Kaibab) deer hunters. These
stamps are available at all license dealers at a cost of $15.00. They are
not obtained through the draw process. Application for Kaibab deer
hunts no longer requires the additional $5.00 fee per person.
FIRST-COME5
Acceptance Dates
Applications accepted online at azgfd.com or by
Hunt telephone at 1 (866) 462-0433 on or after 8 a.m. (MST):
Deer Aug. 9, 2004
Antelope Aug. 9, 2004
Elk Aug. 9, 2004
Fall Turkey Aug. 9, 2004
Bighorn Sheep Aug. 9, 2004
Buffalo Aug. 9, 2004
Spring Turkey Nov. 22, 2004
Javelina (Archery) Nov. 22, 2004
Javelina (Gen/Ham) Nov. 22, 2004
Spring Buffalo Nov. 22, 2004
Spring Bear Nov. 22, 2004
Hunt Applications accepted by mail-only:
Sandhill Crane Sep. 27, 20044
Pheasant Aug. 9, 20044
Raptor Feb. 28, 20054
OPERATION
GAME THIEF
Report Violators
1 (800) 352-0700
See Page 70
2004 - 2005 Arizona Hunting Regulations 9
STAMPS LICENSES
HUNT PERMIT-TAGS
(Obtained only through application and drawing
procedures; price shown includes $5 application fee)
NONPERMIT-TAGS
(Purchased over
the counter)
RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT
Juvenile Disabled
Product Adult Youth1 (14-17 yrs)2 Pioneer3 Veteran4 Adult Youth1
General Hunting License (Class G) $25.50 — — $113.50 —
Three-day Hunting License (Class H)
not valid for Big Game — — $51.50 —
Combination License (Hunting & Fishing)
(Class F) $44.00 $25.50 — Free Free $177.50 $25.50
Trapping License $10.00 — $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $50.00 $50.00
Deer Hunt Permit-Tag (Including North Kaibab) $22.50 $22.50 — $22.50 $22.50 $113.50 $113.50
Antelope Hunt Permit-Tag $64.50 $64.50 — $64.50 $64.50 $304.50 $304.50
Elk Hunt Permit-Tag $76.50 $76.50 — $76.50 $76.50 $371.00 $371.00
Turkey Hunt Permit-Tag $15.00 $15.00 — $15.00 $15.00 $55.50 $55.50
Javelina Hunt Permit-Tag $16.00 $16.00 — $16.00 $16.00 $68.00 $68.00
Bighorn Sheep Hunt Permit-Tag $184.50 $184.50 — $184.50 $184.50 $920.00 $920.00
Buffalo - Bull or Any Hunt Permit-Tag $755.00 $755.00 — $755.00 $755.00 $3,755.00 $3,755.00
Buffalo - Cow Hunt Permit-Tag $455.00 $455.00 — $455.00 $455.00 $2,255.00 $2,255.00
Buffalo - Yearling Hunt Permit-Tag $245.00 $245.00 — $245.00 $245.00 $1,205.00 $1,205.00
Bear Hunt Permit-Tag $18.00 $18.00 — $18.00 $18.00 $188.00 $188.00
Sandhill Crane Hunt Permit-Tag (2 tags) $15.00 $15.00 — $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00
Pheasant Hunt Permit-Tag (2 tags) $5.00 $5.00 — $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00
Raptor Hunt Permit-Tag $5.00 $5.00 — $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00
Archery Deer NonPermit-Tag $17.50 $17.50 — $17.50 $17.50 $108.50 $108.50
Archery Turkey NonPermit-Tag $10.00 $10.00 — $10.00 $10.00 $50.50 $50.50
Bear NonPermit-Tag $13.00 $13.00 — $13.00 $13.00 $183.00 $183.00
Mountain Lion NonPermit-Tag $13.00 $13.00 — $13.00 $13.00 $183.00 $183.00
Bobcat Permit-Tag (For Export) $2.00 $2.00 — $2.00 $2.00 $2.00 $2.00
Unit 12A (North Kaibab) Habitat Stamp $15.00 $15.00 — $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00
Migratory Bird Stamp $3.00 $3.00 — $3.00 $3.00 $3.00 $3.00
State Waterfowl Stamp $7.50 $7.50 — $7.50 $7.50 $7.50 $7.50
Federal Waterfowl Stamp $15.00 $15.00 — $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00
Hunt Permit-tag and License Fee Information
Resident Lifetime Licenses may be purchased at all Arizona Game and Fish Department offices.
Prices shown include $5 application fee for Hunt Permit-tags.
ATTENTION! The fees listed below are effective for all 2005 Permit and NonPermit tags. Prices shown include $5 application fee for
Hunt Permit-tags. These fees include the 2005 spring Permit-Tag fee.
NOTES:
1. Before and through 20th birth year.
2. For trapping license only.
3. 70 years of age and older PLUS 25 consecutive years as a resident of Arizona.
4. 1+ years resident AND a certification from the Vetrans Administration confirming permanent service connected disabilities rated as 100% disabling.
Archery Deer NonPermit-Tag $19.50 $19.50 — $19.50 $19.50 $125.50 $125.50
Mountain Lion NonPermit-Tag $10.00 $10.00 — $10.00 $10.00 $200.00 $200.00
Javelina Hunt Permit-Tag $17.50 $17.50 — $17.50 $17.50 $75.00 $75.00
Turkey Hunt Permit-Tag $16.00 $16.00 — $16.00 $16.00 $55.50 $55.50
Bear Hunt Permit-Tag $19.50 $19.50 — $19.50 $19.50 $205.00 $205.00
NEW FEES
Effective Aug.
1, 2004
NEW
FEES
Effective
Jan. 1,
2005
10 Arizona Game and Fish Department
Mule Deer
Mule deer were named for their oversized ears, like those of
a mule. The tail is narrow and ropelike, tipped with black. A
mule deer has a white rump patch, but it doesn’t throw its tail
up when startled and the effect is unlike the “flag” of a
whitetail.
Mule deer are generally brown-ish
in color with black
markings. They have a
dark patch of hair on
the top of the head and
the entire face shades
gradually to a pale cream
around the nose
and mouth. They
are larger and
heavier than a
whitetail. Mule deer
bucks older than a year usu-ally
dress out at 135 pounds
or more.
The antlers of a mule deer
branch out in a double-forked
pattern.
When startled, mule deer will
usually bound away with a pogo-stick-
like action known as stotting. They
Deer Hunting Information
will often pause after a short distance and look back to see
what scared them. Mule deer are also found in a wider variety
of habitats than whitetail. They are at home in desert, grass-land,
chaparral and pine forest. The desert variety inhabits
elevations below 3,500 feet, where whitetail are much less
common.
White-tailed Deer
These deer are aptly named for the distinctive white underside
of their bushy tail. When scared
a whitetail will often “flag,”
or throw its tail up to dis-play
this white area.
The white-tailed deer found
in Arizona are small
and delicate appear-ing.
Bucks rarely
dress out to more
than 100 pounds. They are
an overall grayish-tan with
white markings, including a dis-tinct
white muzzle and eye ring.
Only the upper part of the tail may
be cinnamon red to break the over-all
gray impression.
The whitetail’s antlers are formed by
individual tines branching off a forward-curving
main beam.
Whitetail run like a cottontail, scurrying up and through the
brush. They are usually found alone or in small groups of three
or less. These deer are usually found in heavy grass or woods
at elevations of 4,500 feet and higher. They are uncommon
below 3,500 feet and are likely to be the only deer found above
6,000 feet in the mountains of southeast Arizona.
Kaibab Deer Hunters
All successful Kaibab deer hunters must check out their deer,
in person, at the Jacob Lake Checking Station in accordance
with R12-4-308.
Your resident fee for a Kaibab deer hunt permit-tag is $22.50
($108.50 for nonresidents). The $5.00 special Kaibab fee is no
longer required when applying for a Kaibab deer hunt through
the draw process.
A Unit 12A (North Kaibab) Habitat Management Stamp is now
required for all 12A (North Kaibab) deer hunters. This stamp is
required for hunt permit-tags obtained through the draw process
and archery nonpermit-tags obtained at all license dealers. The
Unit 12A (North Kaibab) Habitat Management Stamp is available
at a cost of $15.00 at any Arizona Game and Fish Department
office or wherever hunting licenses are sold. All Kaibab deer
hunters shall have this stamp attached to their hunting license.
Highway 67 Closure
Highway 67 in Unit 12A is closed from the first major snowfall
after November 1st through May 15th.
Deer: Commission Order 2 (notes on page 14)
General Deer
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
1000 BONUS POINT ONLY Fee: Resident $22.50, Non-resident $113.50. See page 5. (No other hunt number may be chosen in conjunction with this one)
1002 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 1 Any antlered deer 175
1003 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 2A, 2B and 2C Any antlered deer 80
1004 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 3A and 3C Any antlered deer 125
1005 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 4A and 4B Any antlered deer 150
1006 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 5A and 5B Any antlered deer 350
1007 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 6A Antlered mule deer 275
1008 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (1) 6B (except Camp Navajo) Any antlered deer 150
1009 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 7 Any antlered deer 700
1010 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 8 Any antlered deer 500
1011 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 9 Any antlered deer 650
1012 Oct 29 - Nov 14, 2004 10 Any antlered deer 700
1013 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 (2,3) 12A East (NORTH KAIBAB HABITAT STAMP REQUIRED) Any antlered deer 200
1014 Nov 19 - Nov 28, 2004 (2,3) 12A East (NORTH KAIBAB HABITAT STAMP REQUIRED) Any antlered deer 50
1015 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 (2,4) 12A West (NORTH KAIBAB HABITAT STAMP REQUIRED) Any antlered deer 500
1016 Nov 19 - Nov 28, 2004 (2,4) 12A West (NORTH KAIBAB HABITAT STAMP REQUIRED) Any antlered deer 125
1017 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 (14) 12B Any antlered deer 25
1018 Nov 19 - Nov 28, 2004 (14) 12B Any antlered deer 10
1019 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 (5,14) 12B West Any antlered deer 100
1020 Nov 19 - Nov 28, 2004 (5,14) 12B West Any antlered deer 65
1021 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 (14) 13A Any antlered deer 40
1022 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (14) 13B Any antlered deer 55
1023 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 (6) 16A (except Mohave County Park lands) Any antlered deer 600
1024 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 17A Any antlered deer 375
1025 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 17B Any antlered deer 400
1026 Oct 29 - Nov 14, 2004 18A Any antlered deer 500
1027 Oct 29 - Nov 14, 2004 18B Any antlered deer 500
1028 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 19A Any antlered deer 425
1029 Oct 29 - Nov 14, 2004 19B Any antlered deer 250
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
2004 - 2005 Arizona Hunting Regulations 11
Deer: Commission Order 2 (notes on page 14)
General Deer (continued)
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
1030 Oct 29 - Nov 14, 2004 20A Any antlered deer 550
1031 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 20B Any antlered deer 200
1032 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 20C Any antlered deer 250
1033 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 20C Any antlered deer 250
1034 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (14) 21 Antlered mule deer 400
1035 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 (10) 22 Antlered mule deer 500
1036 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 23 Antlered mule deer 450
1037 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 24A Antlered mule deer 125
1038 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 24B Antlered mule deer 350
1039 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 27 Antlered mule deer 800
1040 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 28 Any antlered deer 400
1041 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 28 Any antlered deer 400
1042 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (12) 29 Antlered mule deer 200
1043 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (12) 29 Antlered mule deer 200
1044 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (12) 30A Antlered mule deer 300
1045 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (12) 30A Antlered mule deer 350
1046 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (12) 30B Antlered mule deer 400
1047 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (12) 30B Antlered mule deer 400
1048 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 31 Antlered mule deer 100
1049 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 31 Antlered mule deer 200
1050 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (12) 32 Antlered mule deer 375
1051 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (12) 32 Antlered mule deer 575
1052 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 33 Antlered mule deer 350
1053 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 33 Antlered mule deer 250
1054 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (11) 34A Antlered mule deer 75
1055 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 34B Antlered mule deer 100
1056 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 34B Antlered mule deer 100
1057 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (6) 36A Antlered mule deer 300
1058 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (6) 36A Antlered mule deer 400
1059 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (6) 36B Antlered mule deer 100
1060 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (6) 36B Antlered mule deer 100
1061 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (6) 36C Antlered mule deer 100
1062 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (6) 36C Antlered mule deer 100
1063 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (14) 37A Antlered mule deer 200
1064 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 37B Any antlered deer 500
1065 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (7,14) 39, 40A and 40B Any antlered deer 175
1066 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (7,8) 41 Any antlered deer 400
1067 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 42 (except White Tank Mountain Park) Any antlered deer 200
1068 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (6,7,8) 43A, 43B, 44A and 44B Any antlered deer 500
1069 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (6) 45A, 45B and 45C Any antlered deer 275
1070 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 6A Antlered whitetail deer 250
1071 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 (1) 6B (except Camp Navajo) and 8 Antlered whitetail deer 50
1072 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 (14) 21 Antlered whitetail deer 300
1073 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 (10) 22 Antlered whitetail deer 450
1074 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 23 Antlered whitetail deer 300
1075 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 24A Antlered whitetail deer 375
1076 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 24B Antlered whitetail deer 350
1077 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 27 and 28 Antlered whitetail deer 250
1078 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (12) 29 Antlered whitetail deer 350
1079 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 (12) 29 Antlered whitetail deer 550
1080 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 (12) 29 Antlered whitetail deer 50
1081 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (12) 30A Antlered whitetail deer 250
1082 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 (12) 30A Antlered whitetail deer 300
1083 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 (12) 30A Antlered whitetail deer 50
1084 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (12) 30B Antlered whitetail deer 250
1085 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 (12) 30B Antlered whitetail deer 250
1086 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 31 Antlered whitetail deer 450
1087 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 31 Antlered whitetail deer 550
1088 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 31 Antlered whitetail deer 50
1089 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (12) 32 Antlered whitetail deer 650
1090 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 (12) 32 Antlered whitetail deer 800
1091 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 (12) 32 Antlered whitetail deer 100
1092 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 33 Antlered whitetail deer 700
1093 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 33 Antlered whitetail deer 700
1094 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 33 Antlered whitetail deer 100
1095 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (11) 34A Antlered whitetail deer 950
1096 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 (11) 34A Antlered whitetail deer 950
1097 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 (11) 34A Antlered whitetail deer 25
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
12 Arizona Game and Fish Department
Deer: Commission Order 2 (notes on page 14)
General Deer (continued)
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
1098 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 34B Antlered whitetail deer 275
1099 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 34B Antlered whitetail deer 275
1100 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 34B Antlered whitetail deer 25
1101 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (9) 35A (except Fort Huachuca) Antlered whitetail deer 300
1102 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 (9) 35A (except Fort Huachuca) Antlered whitetail deer 250
1103 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 (9) 35A (except Fort Huachuca) Antlered whitetail deer 50
1104 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 35B Antlered whitetail deer 400
1105 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 35B Antlered whitetail deer 400
1106 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 35B Antlered whitetail deer 50
1107 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (6) 36A Antlered whitetail deer 400
1108 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 (6) 36A Antlered whitetail deer 550
1109 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 (6) 36A Antlered whitetail deer 50
1110 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (6) 36B Antlered whitetail deer 1000
1111 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 (6) 36B Antlered whitetail deer 1000
1112 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 (6) 36B Antlered whitetail deer 150
1113 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (6) 36C Antlered whitetail deer 300
1114 Nov 12 - Nov 21, 2004 (6) 36C Antlered whitetail deer 300
1115 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 (6) 36C Antlered whitetail deer 75
—— Nov 1 - Dec 31, 2004 (9) Fort Huachuca in Unit 35A Designated deer —
Total 36325
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Any firearm, crossbow, or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Deer hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as prescribed in R12-4-
104 and R12-4-114. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
Juniors-only Deer
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
1116 Oct 22 - Oct 25, 2004 10 Any antlered deer 20
1117 Oct 22 - Oct 25, 2004 (2,4,13) 12A West (NORTH KAIBAB HABITAT STAMP REQUIRED) Antlerless deer 500
1118 Oct 8 - Oct 11, 2004 17B Any antlered deer 10
1119 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 18B Any antlered deer 10
1120 Oct 8 - Oct 11, 2004 20A Any antlered deer 10
1121 Nov 19 - Nov 28, 2004 20C Any antlered deer 50
1122 Oct 22 - Oct 28, 2004 24B Any antlered deer 100
1123 Oct 15 - Oct 18, 2004 27 Any antlered deer 50
1124 Nov 26 - Dec 5, 2004 (12) 32 Any antlered deer 100
1125 Nov 19 - Dec 5, 2004 (6) 36A and 36C Any antlered deer 100
1126 Nov 19 - Nov 28, 2004 42 (except White Tank Mountain Park) Any antlered deer 50
Total 1000
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
When applying for a Juniors-only Hunt, do not reapply with family on a separate application.
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Any firearm, crossbow, or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Deer hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as prescribed in R12-4-
104 and R12-4-114. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
ELIGIBLE HUNTERS: Persons are eligible to participate up to and throughout the calendar year of their 17th birthday, provided that persons ages 10 through 13 have
satisfactorily completed a Hunter Education Course that is approved by the Director as per ARS 17-335 (C).
Wildlife Health Advisory
CHRONIC WASTING DISEASE
Chronic wasting disease is a neurological disorder that causes death in deer and elk. The
Arizona Game and Fish Department has conducted surveillance for this disease since 1998
and it has not been found in Arizona. Although there is no scientific link between the disease
in wildlife and human health, hunters are urged to use caution while harvesting deer or elk.
DO:
• Avoid harvesting animals that appear to be sick.
• Wear rubber gloves when processing animals.
• Where possible, bone out carcasses and leave the bones at the kill site.
• Check the Game and Fish Web site for additional information on this disease.
• If you hunt these species out of state, check the regulations there as some states have laws
regarding carcass movement.
WEST NILE VIRUS
West Nile Virus is a viral disease that entered the United States in 1999 and has spread
rapidly through most of North America including Arizona. This disease can cause illness
or death in humans. The most likely source of exposure to humans is through the bite of
an infected mosquito.
DO:
• Use an insect deterrent such as 35% DEET when outdoors where mosquitoes are active.
• Use rubber gloves when handling harvested birds.
• Check the Game and Fish or Center for Disease Control Web site for current information.
2004 - 2005 Arizona Hunting Regulations 13
Ten Commandments of Hunting Safety
1. Treat every firearm as if it is loaded. Never assume a firearm is unloaded.
2. Always control the direction of your firearm’s muzzle. Never pull a firearm toward you by the muzzle.
3. Be sure of your target and what is beyond it. Another hunter could be in front of your target or behind your target.
4. Be sure the barrel and action are clear of obstructions and that you have only ammunition of the proper size for the firearm you are carrying.
5. Unload and case firearms when not in use. Leave the actions open. Firearms should be carried unloaded and in protective cases when in a vehicle.
6. Never point a firearm at anything you do not want to shoot. Never allow horseplay with, or around a firearm.
7. Never climb a fence or tree, or jump a ditch or log with a loaded firearm. Take a moment and unload the firearm first.
8. Never shoot a bullet at a flat, hard surface or water. During target practice, be sure that your backstop will stop the bullet.
9. Store firearms and ammunition separately and keep them out of the reach and sight of children and careless people. Some states require firearms
and ammunition to be locked up in different areas! It is a good idea.
10. Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs that affect your behavior before or while shooting with a firearm or bow.
Deer: Commission Order 2 (notes on page 14)
CHAMP Deer
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
—— Nov 5 - Nov 16, 2004 (9) Fort Huachuca in Unit 35A Designated deer —
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Any firearm, crossbow, or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Deer hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as prescribed in R12-4-
104 and R12-4-114, and a CHAMP permit. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
ELIGIBLE HUNTERS: Individuals with a Challenged Hunter Access/Mobility Permit (CHAMP) as pursuant to R12-4-217. Qualified individuals should contact Fort Huachuca for
hunt numbers, season dates, and other requirements.
Muzzleloader Deer
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
1127 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 3B Any antlered deer 60
1128 Oct 29 - Nov 1, 2004 (1) 6B (except Camp Navajo) Any antlered deer 150
1129 Nov 12 - Nov 18, 2004 (2,3) 12A East (Kaibab North) KAIBAB HABITAT STAMP REQUIRED Any antlered deer 50
1130 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 (6) 15A, 15B, 15C and 15D Any antlered deer 150
1131 Oct 29 - Nov 7, 2004 24A Any antlered deer 75
1132 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (11) 34A Any antlered deer 100
1133 Nov 5 - Nov 14, 2004 (9) 35A (except Fort Huachuca) and 35B Any antlered deer 75
1134 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 (9) 35A (except Fort Huachuca) and 35B Any antlered deer 50
1135 Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 (7,8,14) 39, 40A, 40B, 41 and 42 (except White Tank Mountain Park) Any antlered deer 50
—— Oct 29 - Dec 31, 2004 Fort Huachuca in Unit 35A Designated deer —
Total 760
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Muzzleloading weapons as prescribed in R12-4-101 and R12-4-318, crossbow or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Deer hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as prescribed in R12-4-
104 and R12-4-114. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
Juniors-only (Muzzleloader) Deer
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
1136 Dec 10 - Dec 31, 2004 (6) 16A (except Mohave County Park Lands) Any antlered deer 30
Total 30
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
When applying for a Juniors-only Hunt, do not reapply with family on a separate application.
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Muzzleloading weapons as prescribed in R12-4-101 and R12-4-318, crossbow or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Deer hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as prescribed in R12-4-
104 and R12-4-114. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
ELIGIBLE HUNTERS: Persons are eligible to participate up to and throughout the calendar year of their 17th birthday, provided that persons ages 10 through 13 have
satisfactorily completed a Hunter Education Course that is approved by the Director as per ARS 17-335 (C).
14 Arizona Game and Fish Department
Deer: Commission Order 2 (notes below)
Archery-only Nonpermit Tag Required Deer
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.
Season Dates Notes Open Areas Legal Wildlife
Aug 27 - Sep 16, 2004 (1,6) 1, 3A, 3B, 3C, 4A, 4B, 5A, 5B, 6A, 6B (except Camp Navajo), 7, 7M, 8, 9, 10,
16A (except Mohave County Park Lands), 17A, 17B, 18A, 18B, 19A, and 19B Any antlered deer
Aug 27 - Sep 23, 2004 (6,9,10,11,12,14) 2A, 2B, 2C, 15A, 15B, 15C, 15D, 20A, 20B, 20C, 21 (except Cave Creek Recreation
Area), 22, 23, 24A, 24B, 28, 29, 30A, 30B, 31, 32, 33, 34A, 34B, 35A, 35B, 36A,
36B and 36C (except Buenos Aires NWR) Any antlered deer
Dec 17, 2004 - Jan 31, 2005 (6,7,8,9,10,11,12,14,16,17) 10, 15A, 15B, 15C, 15D, 17A, 17B, 18A, 19B, 20A, 20B, 20C, 21 (except Cave
Creek Recreation Area), 22, 23, 24A, 24B, 28, 29, 30A, 30B, 31, 32, 33, 34A,
34B, 35A, 35B, 36A, 36B, 36C, 37A, 37B, 37M (including Tucson Mountain
Wildlife Area), 39, 39M, 40A, 40B, 41, 42, 42M, 43A, 43B, 44A, and 44B Any antlered deer
Sep 10 - Sep 23, 2004 (14,15) 12A, 12B, and 13A (NORTH KAIBAB HABITAT STAMP REQUIRED FOR 12A) Any antlered deer
Jan 1 - Jan 31, 2005 (6) 16A (except Mohave County Park Lands), 18B, 45A, 45B and 45C Any antlered deer
Aug 27 - Sep 2, 2004 27 Any antlered deer
Dec 17 - Dec 26, 2004 27 Any antlered deer
Jan 16 - Jan 31, 2005 27 Any antlered deer
Sep 1 - Sep 20, 2004 (6) Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge Any antlered deer
Dec 17 - Dec 31, 2004 (1) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B Any antlered deer
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304 and R12-4-318 and crossbow as prescribed in R12-4-216.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Archery Deer hunt nonpermit-tag obtained from a license dealer as prescribed in R12-4-114.
DEFINITION: ANTLERED - means having an antler fully erupted through the skin and capable of being shed as defined in R12-4-101.
DEER BAG LIMIT: One (1) deer per calendar year except as prescribed in R12-4-120.
ARCHERY DEER SPECIAL REGULATION: All successful archery hunters must contact an Arizona Game and Fish Department office in person, or by telephone at 1 (866) 903-DEER (3337),
within 10 days of taking a deer unless the deer has been checked through a mandatory hunter checking station (pursuant to R12-4-308).
Deer Notes:
1. Camp Navajo in Unit 6B is open to deer hunting only to
properly licensed hunters holding a valid Camp Navajo
hunting permit. Hunt numbers must be obtained from the
Arizona National Guard. (See page 71 for telephone
number and e-mail address). Increases in Force Protec-tion
may result in hunt cancellations at any time with little
or no prior notification. In the event a hunt is cancelled due
to an increase in security, hunters drawn for these permits
will not be reimbursed or otherwise compensated by the
Arizona Game and Fish Department. Applications for
these hunts must be submitted to the Arizona Game and
Fish Department by the published deadline. Applications
for Camp Navajo hunts may not be submitted online.
2. Application fees for Kaibab deer hunts no longer include
the additional $5.00 Kaibab administrative fee per per-son.
A Unit 12A (North Kaibab) Habitat Management
Stamp is now required for all Unit 12A (North Kaibab)
deer hunters. These stamps are available at a cost of
$15.00 at all Arizona Game and Fish Department offices
or wherever hunting licenses are sold. All Kaibab deer
hunters shall have this stamp attached to their hunting
license. They may not be obtained through the draw
process. Successful Unit 12A (Kaibab North) deer hunt-ers
must check out and personally present their deer for
inspection at the Jacob Lake Checking Station in accor-dance
with R12-4-308.
3. That portion of Unit 12A located east of AZ Hwy 67 and
south of U.S. Hwy 89A.
4. That portion of Unit 12A located west of AZ Hwy 67 and
also that portion of Unit 12A located north of U.S. Hwy
89A.
5. 12B West - That portion of Unit 12B lying west of BLM Rd.
1065 and north of Hwy. 89A from the 1065/89A junction
west to the Kaibab National Forest boundary.
6. The Buenos Aires, Cibola, Imperial and Kofa National
Wildlife Refuges are open to deer hunting as permitted by
refuge regulations; all other Refuges are closed.
7. Portions of some units are subject to military closure.
8. The U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground is open to deer
hunting in accordance with U.S. Army regulations to
properly licensed hunters holding a valid U.S. Army Yuma
Proving Ground permit. For information write: U.S. Army
Yuma Proving Ground - Bldg. 702, Attn: Hunting Pro-gram,
301 C. Street, Yuma, AZ 85365-9498 or call toll-free
1 (877) 788-HUNT or (928) 328-2148.
9. The Fort Huachuca Army Garrison in Unit 35A is open to
deer hunting only to properly licensed military and Fort
Huachuca civilian personnel holding a valid Fort Huachuca
post hunting permit. CHAMP hunts are open to the
general public. Hunt numbers, season dates and/or spe-cial
regulations must be obtained from Fort Huachuca.
Applications for these hunts must be submitted to the
Arizona Game & Fish Department by the published dead-line.
Applications for Fort Huachuca hunts may not be
submitted online. (See page 71 for telephone number and
e-mail address).
10. The posted fenced enclosures in Unit 22 (known as the
Walnut Canyon Enclosure) lying between the North and
South Loop Roads (F.S. 647) is closed to the taking of
deer.
11. The Santa Rita Experimental Range in Unit 34A is actively
used for studies in wildlife management. Researchers are
present all months and study sites are not always recog-nizable;
hunters are urged to use caution while hunting
and take care not to disturb study sites.
12. Hunter access in Units 29, 30A, 30B, and 32 is restricted.
Applicants should secure access before applying.
13. An “antlerless deer” is a deer, any age, without antlers.
14. The Grand Canyon-Parashant, Vermilion Cliffs, Sonoran
Desert, Ironwood Forest, and Agua Fria National Monu-ments
are open to hunting.
15. All Kaibab (Unit 12A) archery deer hunters shall have
attached to their hunting license a Unit 12A (North
Kaibab) Habitat Management Stamp. The stamp may be
obtained for a cost of $15.00, from any Arizona Game
and Fish Department office or wherever hunting licenses
are sold. Successful Unit 12A (Kaibab North) deer hunt-ers
must check out and personally present their deer for
inspection at the Jacob Lake Checking Station in accor-dance
with R12-4-308.
16. Hunting is not permitted in Unit 42M in the following
described area: Those private lands lying just north of the
Town of Cave Creek in Sections 10, 11, 12, 14 and 15 of
Township 6 North, Range 4 East.
17. Hunting is not permitted in Unit 39M in the following
described are: an unincorporated portion of land within
the City of Mesa known as the Elliott and Hawes County
Island in Section 16, Township 1 South, Range 7 East.
Remember - T.A.B
Treat every gun as if
it were loaded.
Always point the muzzle
in a safe direction.
Be sure of your target
… and beyond.
2004 - 2005 Arizona Hunting Regulations 15
Mexican gray wolves have been reintro-duced
into Units 1 and 27 in the Apache
National Forest in Arizona. Mexican gray
wolves are protected under the Endangered Species
Act. Care should be exercised when hunting in wolf
recovery areas to avoid killing or injuring a Mexican
gray wolf. Because coyotes are very similar in
appearance to wolves, hunters need to positively identify
their target.
Recommendations
• Treat wolves and other wild animals with respect.
• Never feed a wild animal. Keep food and garbage
in airtight containers.
• Keep dogs under control at all times and leashed
when possible.
• Should you hear or see wolves near your camp
contain dogs in tent or vehicle, if possible.
Frighten or harass wolves away, if necessary.
You may legally
• Harass a wolf without injuring it, but you must
report it within seven days;
• Kill or injure a wolf that is in the act of killing,
wounding, or biting your cattle, sheep, horses,
mules, or burro on your private or tribal land, but
you must report it within 24 hours;
• Kill, injure, or harass a wolf in defense of human
life, but you must report it within 24 hours.
You may not legally
• Kill or injure a wolf just because it is near you or
your property;
• Kill or injure a wolf that attacks your pet;
• Kill or injure a wolf feeding on dead livestock;
• Enter officially posted closures around occupied
release pens, active dens, and rendezvous sites;
• Shoot a wolf because you thought it was a coyote
or something else (you are responsible for posi-tively
identifying your target before shooting);
or
• Attempt to do any of the above actions or solicit
someone else to do them.
Violations of the above rules may subject you to a
prosecution. Criminal penalties may be up to one
year in jail and a fine of up to $100,000.
For more information
For law enforcement issues, contact your local
wildlife manager or call the Operation Game Thief
hotline at 1 (800) 352-0700. To report sightings or
incidents, call the toll-free 24-hour Mexican Wolf
Hotline at 1-888-459-9653.
For more information on the Mexican gray wolf
recovery program, contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service at 505-248-6656 or the Arizona Game and
Fish Department in Pinetop at (928) 367-4281.
Web site address: http://mexicanwolf.fws.gov/
Important Information for Sportsmen,
Guides, Outfitters, and Forest Visitors:
Mexican Gray Wolf Recovery Program
16 Arizona Game and Fish Department
Pronghorn Antelope: Commission Order 3
General Pronghorn Antelope
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
2000 BONUS POINT ONLY Fee: Resident $64.50, Non-resident $304.50. See page 5. (No other hunt number may be chosen in conjunction with this one)
2002 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 (1) 1 Buck antelope 30
2003 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 2A Buck antelope 30
2004 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 2C Buck antelope 16
2005 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 3A Buck antelope 10
2006 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 3B Buck antelope 5
2007 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 (2) 3B North Buck antelope 10
2008 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 3C Buck antelope 5
2009 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 4A Buck antelope 15
2010 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 4B Buck antelope 10
2011 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 5A Buck antelope 3
2012 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 5B Buck antelope 5
2013 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 6A Buck antelope 3
2014 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 7 Buck antelope 46
2015 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 9 Buck antelope 15
2016 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 10 Buck antelope 20
2017 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 (6) 13A Buck antelope 15
2018 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 (6) 13B Buck antelope 8
2019 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 17A Buck antelope 3
2020 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 18A Buck antelope 10
2021 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 18B Buck antelope 25
2022 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 (4) 19A (north of Hwy 89A) Buck antelope 15
2023 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 19A (south of Hwy 89A, east of paved Fain Rd., north of Hwy 169/69,
west of F.S. Rd. 151/643) Buck antelope 15
2024 Sep 24 - Sep 27, 2004 19B Buck antelope 26
2025 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 (6) 21 Buck antelope 2
2026 Sep 24 - Sep 27, 2004 (4) 30A Buck antelope 6
2027 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 31 and 32 Buck antelope 4
2028 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 34B Buck antelope 1
Total 353
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Any firearm or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Pronghorn Antelope hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as
prescribed in R12-4-104 and R12-4-114. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
Juniors-only Pronghorn Antelope
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
2029 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 2C Buck antelope 4
2030 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 7 Buck antelope 4
2031 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 19B Buck antelope 4
Total 12
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
When applying for a Juniors-only Hunt, do not reapply with family on a separate application.
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Any firearm or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Pronghorn Antelope hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as
prescribed in R12-4-104 and R12-4-114. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
ELIGIBLE HUNTERS: Persons are eligible to participate up to and throughout the calendar year of their 17th birthday, provided that persons ages 10 through 13 have
satisfactorily completed a Hunter Education Course that is approved by the Director as per ARS 17-335 (C).
Arizona Small & Big Game Hunt Information
azgfd.com • Written by Wildlife Managers
This section of the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s Web site provides hunting
information for deer, elk, antelope, bighorn sheep, javelina, turkey, quail, dove, tree squirrel,
waterfowl and other small and big game species. More than 470 written accounts provide
hunt forecasts, areas to hunt, access information, and tips to improve hunt success for 80
game management units statewide. Best of all, the new, up-to-date information was written
by Department Wildlife Managers. Go to azgfd.com and click on the Hunting and Fishing link
then click on Unit Hunting Information or in the Search box, enter the unit of your choice.
2004 - 2005 Arizona Hunting Regulations 17
Pronghorn Antelope: Commission Order 3
Muzzleloader Pronghorn Antelope
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
2032 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 2B Buck antelope 35
2033 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 8 Buck antelope 25
2034 Sep 24 - Sep 27, 2004 15A and 15B Buck antelope 2
2035 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 (4) 17B Buck antelope 3
2036 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 18A Buck antelope 10
2037 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 (4) 19A (north of Hwy 89A) Buck antelope 15
2038 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 34B Buck antelope 1
2039 Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2004 (4,5) 35A (except Fort Huachuca) and 35B Buck antelope 1
Total 92
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Muzzleloading weapons as prescribed in R12-4-101 and R12-4-318, or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Pronghorn Antelope hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as
prescribed in R12-4-104 and R12-4-114. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
Archery-only Pronghorn Antelope
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
2040 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 (1) 1 Buck antelope 30
2041 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 3A and 3C Buck antelope 20
2042 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 3B Buck antelope 10
2043 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 (2) 3B North Buck antelope 20
2044 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 4B Buck antelope 15
2045 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 5A Buck antelope 4
2046 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 5B Buck antelope 10
2047 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 (3) 6B (except Camp Navajo) Buck antelope 25
2048 Sep 3 - Sep 16, 2004 7M Buck antelope 5
2049 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 10, 18A, and 18B Buck antelope 100
2050 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 (6) 12A and 12B Buck antelope 5
2051 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 15A and 15B Buck antelope 2
2052 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 (4) 17B Buck antelope 5
2053 Aug 20 - Sep 2, 2004 19A (between Hwy 89A and Hwy 69/169, and east of Robert Rd.) Buck antelope 60
2054 Sep 3 - Sep 16, 2004 19A (between Hwy 89A and Hwy 69/169, and east of Robert Rd.) Buck antelope 60
2055 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 19B (north of Willow Creek Rd.) Buck antelope 10
2056 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 (6) 21 Buck antelope 10
2057 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 31 and 32 Buck antelope 10
2058 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 34B Buck antelope 1
2059 Aug 27 - Sep 9, 2004 (4,5) 35A (except Fort Huachuca) and 35B Buck antelope 8
—— Aug 27 - Sep 10, 2004 (3) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B Buck antelope —
Total 410
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304 and R12-4-318 and crossbow as prescribed in R12-4-216.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Pronghorn Antelope hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as
prescribed in R12-4-104 and R12-4-114. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
DEFINITION: BUCK ANTELOPE - means a male pronghorn antelope with a horn longer than its ear as defined in R12-4-101.
PRONGHORN ANTELOPE BAG LIMIT: One (1) pronghorn antelope per calendar year except as prescribed in R12-4-120.
Notes:
1. Pronghorn antelope hunting is not permitted in Unit 1 in
the following described area: beginning at the junction of
AZ Hwy 260 and Main Street in the town of Eagar; south
on Main Street to School Bus Road; west on School Bus
Road to the Water Canyon Road (F.S. 285); south on the
Water Canyon Road to F.S. 85 (Milligan Valley Road); east
on F.S. 85 to Riggs Creek; north and east along Riggs
Creek to its confluence with Nutrioso Creek; north along
Nutrioso Creek to Nelson Reservoir; north on U.S. Hwy
191 to AZ Hwy 260; west on AZ Hwy 260 to Main Street
in Eagar.
2. Unit 3B North Hunt Unit — That portion of Unit 3B located
north of U.S. Hwy 60.
3. Camp Navajo in Unit 6B is open to antelope hunting only
to properly licensed hunters holding a valid Camp Navajo
hunting permit. A hunter education course is required.
Hunt numbers must be obtained from the Arizona Na-tional
Guard. (See page 71 for telephone number and
e-mail address). Increases in Force Protection may result
in hunt cancellations at any time with little or no prior
notification. In the event a hunt is cancelled due to an
increase in security, hunters drawn for these permits will
not be reimbursed or otherwise compensated by the
Arizona Game and Fish Department. Applications for
these hunts must be submitted to the Arizona Game and
Fish Department by the published deadline. Applications
for Camp Navajo hunts may not be submitted online.
4. Hunter access in this unit is restricted. Applicants should
secure access before applying.
5. The Fort Huachuca Army Garrison in Unit 35A is open to
pronghorn antelope hunting only to properly licensed
military and Fort Huachuca civilian personnel holding a
valid Fort Huachuca post hunting permit. Hunt numbers,
season dates and/or special regulation requirements must
be obtained from Fort Huachuca (See page 71 for tele-phone
number and e-mail address). Applications for
these hunts must be submitted to the Arizona Game and
Fish Department by the published deadline. Applications
for Fort Huachuca hunts may not be submitted online.
6. The Grand Canyon-Parashant, Vermilion Cliffs, Sonoran
Desert, Ironwood Forest, and Agua Fria National Monu-ments
are open to hunting.
18 Arizona Game and Fish Department
Elk: Commission Order 4
General Elk
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
3000 BONUS POINT ONLY Fee: Resident $76.50, Non-resident $371.00. See page 5. (No other hunt number may be chosen in conjunction with this one)
3002 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 (38) 1 Bull elk 40
3003 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 3A and 3C Bull elk 20
3004 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 4A Bull elk 10
3005 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 8 Bull elk 20
3006 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 10 Bull elk 50
3007 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 21 Bull elk 5
3008 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 (27) 22 North Bull elk 30
3009 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 (32) 23 North Bull elk 20
3010 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 (38) 27 Bull elk 25
3011 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 (38) 1, 2B, and 2C Bull elk 360
3012 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 3A and 3C Bull elk 150
3013 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 3B Bull elk 100
3014 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 4A Bull elk 205
3015 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 4B Bull elk 250
3016 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 5A Bull elk 150
3017 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 (10) 5B North Bull elk 450
3018 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 (16) 5B South Bull elk 200
3019 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 6A Bull elk 815
3020 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 (35) 6B (except Camp Navajo) Bull elk 170
3021 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 (24) 7 East Bull elk 380
3022 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 (23,25) 7 West Bull elk 475
3023 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 8 Bull elk 485
3024 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 9 Bull elk 255
3025 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 10 Bull elk 350
3026 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 19A Bull elk 10
3027 Dec 10 - Dec 16, 2004 22 Bull elk 175
3028 Oct 22 - Oct 28, 2004 (29,30) Mazatzal Hunt Area 22 Bull elk 5
3029 Dec 3 - Dec 9, 2004 23 Bull elk 100
3030 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 (38) 27 Bull elk 350
3031 Dec 17 - Dec 23, 2004 (1,38) Escudilla Hunt Area in Unit 1 Antlerless elk 75
3032 Dec 17 - Dec 23, 2004 (38) 1, 2B, and 2C Antlerless elk 450
3033 Oct 22 - Oct 27, 2004 (3) 3A and 3C East Antlerless elk 250
3034 Dec 3 - Dec 9, 2004 3B Antlerless elk 70
3035 Dec 17 - Dec 23, 2004 3B Antlerless elk 225
3036 Oct 22 - Oct 27, 2004 (6) 3C West Antlerless elk 150
3037 Nov 12 - Nov 15, 2004 4A Antlerless elk 300
3038 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 5A Antlerless elk 300
3039 Dec 3 - Dec 9, 2004 5A Antlerless elk 300
3040 Dec 3 - Dec 9, 2004 (10) 5B North Antlerless elk 125
3041 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 (10,12) Marshall Lake Hunt Area in Unit 5B North Antlerless elk 200
3042 Dec 3 - Dec 9, 2004 (16) 5B South Antlerless elk 400
3043 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 (17) Hutch Mtn. Hunt Area in Unit 5B South Antlerless elk 325
3044 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 (18) Melatone Mesa Hunt Area in Unit 5B South Antlerless elk 180
3045 Dec 3 - Dec 9, 2004 (19,20) 6A North and 6A South Antlerless elk 505
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
Elk: Commission Order 4
Limited Opportunity Elk Hunts
Within the hunt regulations, several of the elk hunts are
designated as “Limited Opportunity” hunts. These hunt
structures were developed in response to land management
issues in relation to elk numbers, and are an effort by the
department to limit elk populations within specific manage-ment
areas. This management approach is being applied in
two situations. One situation is where elk are remaining
yearlong in habitats that were traditionally occupied only
during winter. Some of these habitats include private land
where elk are damaging crops, and some are on public land
where the impacts from yearlong elk occupation have re-duced
habitat quality for the wintering elk population. The
second situation occurs where elk are expanding into habi-tats
that were not historically occupied by elk. These expand-ing
elk populations have the potential to influence other
wildlife populations or private lands, and in some cases have
already done so.
Hunters applying for these hunts can expect low densities of
elk and correspondingly low hunt success. These hunts are
designed to meet management objectives by lowering elk
densities within delineated areas of specific hunt units. If
you select one of these “Limited Opportunity” hunts as a
third through fifth choice on your initial application, you may
have a good chance of being drawn. Should you draw one of
these hunts on the initial application, you will expend your
accumulation of bonus points. Any permits that remain may
be issued on a first-come, first-served basis on or after
August 9, 2004. Should you be UNSUCCESSFUL in the initial
permit-draw for elk, remaining leftover permits may be
acquired without expending your accumulated bonus points.
Information on the availability of leftover permits may be
obtained on or after July 23, 2004 from the Department’s
Web site at azgfd.com or by telephone at (602) 789-3702.
Should you be drawn for any of the “Limited Opportunity”
hunts, additional information may be available from the
appropriate Regional office to assist with hunt planning.
Phone numbers for each Regional office can be found inside
the front cover of these regulations.
2004 - 2005 Arizona Hunting Regulations 19
Elk: Commission Order 4 (notes on pages 22-23)
General Elk (continued)
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
3046 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 (21) 6A West Antlerless elk 35
3047 Dec 3 - Dec 9, 2004 (21) 6A West Antlerless elk 75
3048 Dec 3 - Dec 9, 2004 (35) 6B (except Camp Navajo) Antlerless elk 340
3049 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 (24) 7 East Antlerless elk 340
3050 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 (23,25) 7 West Antlerless elk 350
3051 Dec 3 - Dec 9, 2004 8 Antlerless elk 400
3052 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 9 Antlerless elk 350
3053 Dec 3 - Dec 9, 2004 9 Antlerless elk 350
3054 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 10 Antlerless elk 700
3055 Dec 3 - Dec 12, 2004 10 Antlerless elk 700
3056 Oct 15 - Oct 24, 2004 19A Antlerless elk 25
3057 Dec 3 - Dec 12, 2004 19A Antlerless elk 25
3058 Oct 22 - Oct 28, 2004 (27) 22 North Antlerless elk 85
3059 Oct 22 - Oct 28, 2004 (28) 22 South Antlerless elk 15
3060 Oct 22 - Oct 28, 2004 (32) 23 North Antlerless elk 30
3061 Dec 10 - Dec 16, 2004 (32) 23 North Antlerless elk 90
3062 Oct 22 - Oct 28, 2004 (33) 23 South Antlerless elk 20
3063 Dec 10 - Dec 16, 2004 (33) 23 South Antlerless elk 20
3064 Oct 22 - Oct 25, 2004 (38) 27 Antlerless elk 175
— Oct 8 - Oct 14, 2004 (35) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B Antlerless elk —
— Nov 8 - Nov 28, 2004 (35) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B Antlerless elk —
— Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 (35,37) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B (Disabled Veteran) Antlerless elk —
— Oct 8 - Oct 14, 2004 (35) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B Any elk —
— Oct 22 - Oct 28, 2004 (35) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B Any elk —
— Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 (35,37) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B (Disabled Veteran) Any elk —
Total 13635
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Any firearm or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Elk hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as prescribed in R12-4-104
and R12-4-114. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
Juniors-only Elk
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
3065 Oct 15 - Oct 18, 2004 (38) 1 and 2C Antlerless elk 150
3066 Oct 22 - Oct 27, 2004 4A Antlerless elk 200
3067 Oct 15 - Oct 18, 2004 (19,20) 6A North and 6A South Antlerless elk 575
3068 Oct 15 - Oct 18, 2004 (38) 27 Antlerless elk 100
Total 1025
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
When applying for a Juniors-only Hunt, do not reapply with family on a separate application.
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Any firearm or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Elk hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as prescribed in R12-4-104
and R12-4-114. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
ELIGIBLE HUNTERS: Persons are eligible to participate up to and throughout the calendar year of their 17th birthday, provided that persons ages 10 through 13 have
satisfactorily completed a Hunter Education Course that is approved by the Director as per ARS 17-335 (C).
Limited Opportunity (General) Elk
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
3069 Dec 10 - Dec 14, 2004 (2,34) Round Valley Hunt Area in Unit 1 Antlerless elk 30
3070 Dec 24 - Dec 28, 2004 (2,34) Round Valley Hunt Area in Unit 1 Antlerless elk 30
3071 Sep 10 - Sep 19, 2004 (34) 2B Antlerless elk 25
3072 Oct 1 - Oct 10, 2004 (34) 2B Antlerless elk 25
3073 Oct 15 - Oct 24, 2004 (34) 2B Antlerless elk 25
3074 Aug 13 - Aug 26, and
Oct 1 - Dec 31, 2004 (5,34) 3A East Antlerless elk 5
3075 Oct 8 - Oct 21, 2004 (4,34) 3A West and 4B North Antlerless elk 75
3076 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 (9) East Sunset, West Sunset, and Meteor Crater Hunt Areas in Units 5A and
5B North Antlerless elk 50
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
20 Arizona Game and Fish Department
Elk: Commission Order 4 (notes on pages 22-23)
Limited Opportunity (General) Elk (continued)
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
3077 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 (15,34) Twin Arrows, Two Guns, and Grapevine Hunt Areas in Unit 5B North Antlerless elk 140
3078 Oct 1 - Oct 17, 2004 (34) 15A, 15B, 17A (north of Walnut Creek Rd. [Yavapai County Rd. 125]),
18A, 18B, and 19B Antlerless elk 65
3079 Oct 1 - Oct 17, 2004 (26,34) Williamson Valley/Skull Valley/Kirkland Junction Hunt Area within
Units 17A, 17B, 20A and 20C Antlerless elk 15
3080 Nov 5 - Nov 21, 2004 (26,34) Williamson Valley/Skull Valley/Kirkland Junction Hunt Area within
Units 17A, 17B, 20A and 20C Antlerless elk 15
3081 Dec 3 - Dec 19, 2004 (26,34) Williamson Valley/Skull Valley/Kirkland Junction Hunt Area within
Units 17A, 17B, 20A, and 20C Antlerless elk 15
3082 Aug 6 - Aug 9, 2004 (31) Canyon Creek Hunt Area in Unit 23 Antlerless elk 8
3083 Aug 13 - Aug 16, 2004 (31) Canyon Creek Hunt Area in Unit 23 Antlerless elk 8
3084 Sep 3 - Sep 6, 2004 (31) Canyon Creek Hunt Area in Unit 23 Antlerless elk 8
3085 Sep 10 - Sep 13, 2004 (31) Canyon Creek Hunt Area in Unit 23 Antlerless elk 8
3086 Oct 1 - Nov 14, 2004 (34) 28 and 31 Antlerless elk 10
3087 Nov 19 - Dec 31, 2004 (34) 28 and 31 Antlerless elk 10
3088 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 (22) Verde Valley Hunt Area in Units 6A, 19A and 21 Antlerless elk 30
3089 Sep 10 - Sep 19, 2004 (34) 2B Any elk 10
3090 Oct 1 - Oct 10, 2004 (34) 2B Any elk 10
3091 Oct 15 - Oct 24, 2004 (34) 2B Any elk 10
3092 Aug 13 - Aug 26, and
Oct 1 - Dec 31, 2004 (5,34) 3A East Any elk 5
3093 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 (8,9,34) East Sunset, West Sunset, and Meteor Crater Hunt Areas in
Units 5A and 5B North Any elk 75
3094 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 (11,34) Grapevine Hunt Area in Unit 5B North Any elk 15
3095 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 (13,14,34) Twin Arrows and Two Guns Hunt Areas in Unit 5B North Any elk 25
3096 Sep 24 - Oct 7, 2004 (36) 12A and 12B Any elk 20
3097 Oct 1 - Oct 17, 2004 (34) 15A, 15B, 17A (north of Walnut Creek Rd. [Yavapai County Rd. 125]),
18A, 18B, and 19B Any elk 20
3098 Nov 5 - Nov 21, 2004 (34) 15A, 15B, 17A (north of Walnut Creek Rd. [Yavapai County Rd. 125]),
18A, 18B, and 19B Any elk 20
3099 Dec 3 - Dec 19, 2004 (34) 15A, 15B, 17A (north of Walnut Creek Rd. [Yavapai County Rd. 125]),
18A, 18B, and 19B Any elk 30
3100 Oct 1 - Oct 17, 2004 (26,34) Williamson Valley/Skull Valley/Kirkland Junction Hunt Area within
Units 17A, 17B, 20A and 20C Any elk 5
3101 Nov 5 - Nov 21, 2004 (26,34) Williamson Valley/Skull Valley/Kirkland Junction Hunt Area within
Units 17A, 17B, 20A and 20C Any elk 5
3102 Dec 3 - Dec 19, 2004 (26,34) Williamson Valley/Skull Valley/Kirkland Junction Hunt Area within
Units 17A, 17B, 20A and 20C Any elk 5
3103 Dec 1 - Dec 12, 2004 (34) 24A Any elk 5
3104 Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2004 (22) Verde Valley Hunt Area in Units 6A, 19A and 21 Any elk 15
Total 872
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Any firearm or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Elk hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as prescribed in R12-4-104
and R12-4-114. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
CHAMP Elk
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
3106 Oct 22 - Oct 27, 2004 3B Antlerless elk 10
Total 10
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Any firearm or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Elk hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as prescribed in R12-4-104
and R12-4-114, and a CHAMP permit. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
ELIGIBLE HUNTERS: Individuals with a Challenged Hunter Access/Mobility Permit (CHAMP) as pursuant to R12-4-217.
2004 - 2005 Arizona Hunting Regulations 21
Elk: Commission Order 4 (continued) (notes on pages 22-23)
Muzzleloader Elk
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
3107 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 3B Bull elk 30
3108 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 4B Bull elk 40
3109 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 (16) 5B South Bull elk 30
3110 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 (33) 23 South Bull elk 20
3111 Nov 12 - Nov 17, 2004 6A Bull elk 300
3112 Oct 1 - Oct 6, 2004 16A (except Mohave County Park Lands) Bull elk 3
3113 Oct 22 - Oct 27, 2004 4B Antlerless elk 250
3114 Nov 12 - Nov 17, 2004 6A Antlerless elk 360
3115 Oct 15 - Oct 21, 2004 8 Antlerless elk 200
— Sep 24 - Oct 1, 2004 (35) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B Antlerless elk —
— Sep 24 - Oct 1, 2004 (35) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B Any elk —
Total 1233
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LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Muzzleloading weapons as prescribed in R12-4-101 and R12-4-318, or bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Elk hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as prescribed in R12-4-104
and R12-4-114. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
Archery-only Elk
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
3116 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 1 Bull elk 150
3117 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 3A and 3C Bull elk 50
3118 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 3B Bull elk 25
3119 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 4A Bull elk 125
3120 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 4B Bull elk 125
3121 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 5A Bull elk 80
3122 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (10) 5B North Bull elk 200
3123 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (16) 5B South Bull elk 125
3124 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (19) 6A North Bull elk 80
3125 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (20) 6A South Bull elk 120
3126 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (21) 6A West Bull elk 55
3127 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (35) 6B (except Camp Navajo) Bull elk 50
3128 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (24) 7 East Bull elk 115
3129 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (23,25) 7 West Bull elk 155
3130 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 7M Bull elk 80
3131 Oct 1 - Oct 14, 2004 7M Bull elk 80
3132 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 8 Bull elk 100
3133 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 9 Bull elk 90
3134 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 10 Bull elk 150
3135 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 16A (except Mohave County Park Lands) Bull elk 3
3136 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 19A Bull elk 15
3137 Nov 12 - Nov 25, 2004 22 Bull elk 160
3138 Sep 24 - Oct 7, 2004 (28) 22 South Bull elk 50
3139 Nov 12 - Nov 25, 2004 23 Bull elk 125
3140 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 27 Bull elk 100
3141 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 1 Antlerless elk 250
3142 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 3A and 3C Antlerless elk 50
3143 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 3B Antlerless elk 15
3144 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 4A Antlerless elk 200
3145 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 4B Antlerless elk 100
3146 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 5A Antlerless elk 250
3147 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (10) 5B North Antlerless elk 175
3148 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (16) 5B South Antlerless elk 250
3149 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (19) 6A North Antlerless elk 240
3150 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (20) 6A South Antlerless elk 250
3151 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (21) 6A West Antlerless elk 50
3152 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (35) 6B (except Camp Navajo) Antlerless elk 50
3153 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (24) 7 East Antlerless elk 175
3154 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (23,25) 7 West Antlerless elk 100
3155 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 7M Antlerless elk 80
3156 Oct 1 - Oct 14, 2004 7M Antlerless elk 80
3157 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 10 Antlerless elk 100
3158 Nov 19 - Dec 2, 2004 22 Antlerless elk 85
3159 Nov 19 - Dec 2, 2004 23 Antlerless elk 100
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22 Arizona Game and Fish Department
Elk: Commission Order 4 (continued) (notes on pages 22-23)
Archery-only Elk (continued)
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
3160 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 27 Antlerless elk 100
— Aug 30 - Sep 10, 2004 (35) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B Antlerless elk —
— Sep 17 - Sep 23, 2004 (35) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B Antlerless elk —
— Aug 30 - Sep 10, 2004 (35) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B Any elk —
— Sep 17 - Sep 23, 2004 (35) Camp Navajo in Unit 6B Any elk —
Total 5108
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304 and R12-4-318 and crossbow as prescribed in R12-4-216.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Elk hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as prescribed in R12-4-104
and R12-4-114. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
Limited Opportunity (Archery-only) Elk
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
3161 Sep 1 - Sep 30, 2004 (7,34) Winslow Hunt Area within Units 4B and 5A Antlerless elk 5
3162 Sep 17 - Oct 14, 2004 (7,34) Winslow Hunt Area within Units 4B and 5A Antlerless elk 10
3163 Oct 1 - Oct 31, 2004 (7,34) Winslow Hunt Area within Units 4B and 5A Antlerless elk 5
3164 Oct 14 - Nov 14, 2004 (7,34) Winslow Hunt Area within Units 4B and 5A Antlerless elk 10
3165 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (34) 15A, 15B, 17A, 17B, 18A, 18B, and 19B Antlerless elk 25
3166 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (22) Verde Valley Hunt Area in Units 6A, 19A and 21 Antlerless elk 10
3167 Sep 1 - Sep 30, 2004 (7,34) Winslow Hunt Area within Units 4B and 5A Any elk 5
3168 Oct 1 - Oct 31, 2004 (7,34) Winslow Hunt Area within Units 4B and 5A Any elk 5
3169 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (34) 15A, 15B, 17A, 17B, 18A, 18B, and 19B Any elk 25
3170 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (34) 28 and 31 Any elk 5
3171 Sep 17 - Sep 30, 2004 (22) Verde Valley Hunt Area in Units 6A, 19A and 21 Any elk 5
Total 110
▲ WHEN APPLYING FOR BIG GAME HUNT PERMIT-TAGS, YOU MUST USE HUNT NUMBERS!
LAWFUL TAKING METHODS: Bow and arrow as prescribed in R12-4-304 and R12-4-318 and crossbow as prescribed in R12-4-216.
LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS: Class F or G license plus Elk hunt permit-tag obtained only through application and drawing procedures as prescribed in R12-4-104
and R12-4-114. Applicants must apply by Hunt Number.
DEFINITIONS: BULL ELK - means an antlered elk. ANTLERLESS ELK - means an elk, any age, without antlers.
ELK BAG LIMIT: One (1) elk per calendar year except as prescribed in R12-4-120.
Elk Notes:
1. Escudilla Hunt Area in Unit 1 — That portion of Unit 1 east
and north of U.S. Hwy 180.
2. Round Valley Hunt Area in Unit 1 — That portion of Unit
1 beginning at the junction of AZ Hwy 260 and AZ Hwy
261; south on AZ Hwy 261 to F.S. 8070C; east on F.S.
8070C to F.S. 285; north on F.S. 285 to F.S. 74; east on
F.S. 74 to F.S. Trail 607 (Saffel Canyon Trail); east on F.S.
Trail 607 to AZ Hwy 191; southeast on AZ Hwy 191 to
Nutrioso Creek; north along Nutrioso Creek to AZ Hwy 60;
west on AZ Hwy 60 to AZ Hwy 191; south along AZ Hwy
191 to AZ Hwy 260; west on AZ Hwy 260 to AZ Hwy 261.
3. The 3A and 3C East Hunt Unit — All of Unit 3A and that
portion of Unit 3C north of AZ Hwy 260 and that portion
of Unit 3C south of AZ Hwy 260 and east of F.S. 146.
4. Unit 3A West and Unit 4B North Hunt Unit — That portion
of Unit 3A located west of AZ Hwy 77 and that portion of
Unit 4B located north of the following: starting at Chevelon
Canyon and the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest bound-ary;
southeasterly along the forest boundary to F.S. 153;
south along F.S. 153 to F.S. 95; southeasterly along F.S.
95 to F.S. 88A; southeasterly along F.S. 88A to F.S. 88;
southeasterly along F.S. 88 to AZ Hwy 277.
5. Unit 3A East Hunt Unit — That portion of Unit 3A located
east of AZ Hwy 77.
6. The 3C West Hunt Unit — That portion of Unit 3C which
lies south of AZ Hwy 260 and west of F.S. 146.
7. Winslow Hunt Area — Those portions of Units 4B and 5A
beginning at the junction of Interstate 40 (exit 257) and AZ
Hwy 87; north on AZ Hwy 87 to the Navajo Indian
Reservation Boundary; west along the Navajo Indian
Reservation Boundary to AZ Hwy 99 (Leupp Road); south
on AZ Hwy 99 to Interstate 40 (exit 245); east on Interstate
40 to AZ Hwy 87.
8. Vehicle access to the East Sunset and West Sunset hunt
areas is regulated by the Clear Creek Ranch. Foot access
is unrestricted. For more information contact the Region
2 office at (928) 774-5045, or the Clear Creek Ranch at
(928) 289-4091.
9. East Sunset, West Sunset, and Meteor Crater Hunt Area
in Units 5A and 5B North — That portion of Unit 5A
beginning at the junction of the northern boundary of the
Coconino National Forest and AZ Hwy 87 (mp 316.7 on
Hwy 87); west, north and west along the Coconino
National Forest boundary to the Meteor Crater Rd. (FR
69); northerly along the Meteor Crater Rd. approximately
10.8 miles to a dirt road (Welfolk Well Rd.); westerly on
the dirt road to Diablo Canyon; northerly along the bottom
of Diablo Canyon to I-40; northwesterly on I-40 to the
southwest corner of the Navajo Indian Reservation (approx.
mp 220.5 on I-40); easterly along the reservation bound-ary
to the Little Colorado River; southeasterly along the
bottom of the Little Colorado River to East Clear Creek;
southwesterly along the bottom of East Clear Creek to the
Coconino National Forest; north and west along the
Coconino National Forest boundary to AZ Hwy 87.
10. 5B North Boundary — That portion of Unit 5B located
north of the following roads: Beginning at the junction of
F.H. 3 and F.S. 125; east on F.S. 125 to F.S. 82; south on
F.S. 82 to F.S. 69B; east on F.S. 69B to F.S. 69.
11. Grapevine Hunt Area in Unit 5B North — That portion of
5B-N beginning at the junction of FR 69 and the rim of
Anderson Mesa (at Chavez Pass); northwest along the rim
of Anderson Mesa to FR 125; north along FR 125 to FR
126; east on FR 126 approximately 0.6 miles to FR 9487F
(the southwest road leading to Raymond Ranch); north-east
on FR 9487F to the south Raymond Ranch boundary
fence; east along the south Raymond Ranch boundary
fence and it’s eastern fence extension to Diablo Canyon;
south along the bottom of Diablo Canyon approximately
3 miles to the extended Wolfolk Well dirt road; east on the
Wolfolk Well dirt road to the Meteor Crater road (approxi-mately
11.5 miles south of I-40); south on the Meteor
Crater road approximately 13 miles to the junction of FR
69 and the rim of Anderson Mesa (at Chavez Pass).
12. Marshall Lake Hunt Area in Unit 5B North — That portion
of Unit 5BN beginning at the junction of Lake Mary —
2004 - 2005 Arizona Hunting Regulations 23
Elk: Commission Order 4 Notes
Elk Notes: (continued)
Clints Well Road (F.H. 3) and the south rim of Walnut
Canyon (mile post 337.5 on F. H. 3); southeasterly on F.H.
3 to F.S. 125; easterly on F.S. 125 to F.S. 82; southeasterly
on F.S. 82 to F.S. 69B; easterly on F.S. 69B to F.S. 69;
northeasterly on F.S. 69 to the rim of Anderson Mesa;
northwesterly along the rim of Anderson Mesa to F.S.
125; easterly on F.S. 125 to F.S. 126; northerly on F.S. 126
to I-40; westerly on I-40 to the bottom of Walnut Canyon
(mile post 210.2 on I-40); southwesterly along Walnut
Canyon to Walnut Canyon National Monument; westerly
along the northern boundary of Walnut Canyon National
Monument; south along the west boundary of Walnut
Canyon National Monument to the south rim of Walnut
Canyon; southwesterly along the south rim of Walnut
Canyon to F.H. 3.
13. Twin Arrows Hunt Area in Unit 5B North — That portion
of 5B-N beginning at the junction of I-40 and FR 126 (Twin
Arrows road); south on FR 126 to Anderson Canyon
(approximately 14 miles south of I-40); northeast along
the bottom of Anderson Canyon to it’s junction with
Diablo Canyon; north along the bottom of Diablo Canyon
to its junction with I-40; west on I-40 to it’s junction with
FR 126.
14. Two Guns Hunt Area in Unit 5B North — That portion of
5B-N beginning at the junction of Anderson and Diablo
Canyons; southwest along the bottom of Anderson Can-yon
to its junction with FR 126 (approximately 14 miles
south of I-40 on FR 126); south and east on the FR 126
approximately 1.3 miles to FR 9487F (the southwest road
leading to Raymond Ranch); northeast on FR 9487F to the
south Raymond Ranch boundary fence; east along the
south Raymond Ranch boundary fence and its eastern
fence extension to Diablo Canyon; north along the bottom
of Diablo Canyon to its junction with Anderson Canyon.
15. Twin Arrows, Two Guns, and Grapevine Hunt Combined
Hunt Areas in Unit 5B North — That portion of 5B-N
beginning at the junction of FR 69 and the rim of Anderson
Mesa (at Chavez Pass); northwest along the rim of Ander-son
Mesa to FR 125; north along FR 125 to FR 126;
northwest on FR 126 (Twin Arrows road) to I-40; east
along I-40 to Diablo Canyon; south along the bottom of
Diablo Canyon approximately 16 miles to the extended
Wolfolk Well dirt road; east on the Wolfolk Well dirt road
to the Meteor Crater road (approximately 11.5 miles
south of I-40); south on the Meteor Crater road approxi-mately
13 miles to the junction of FR 69 and the rim of
Anderson Mesa (at Chavez Pass).
16. 5B South Boundary — That portion of Unit 5B located
south of the following roads: Beginning at the junction of
F.H. 3 and F.S. 125; east on F.S. 125 to F.S. 82; south on
F.S. 82 to F.S. 69B; east on F.S. 69B to F.S. 69.
17. Hutch Mountain Hunt Area in Unit 5B South — That
portion of Unit 5BS beginning at the junction of Lake Mary
— Clints Well Road (F.H. 3) and F.S. 125; southerly on
F.H. 3 to AZ Hwy 87; northeasterly on AZ Hwy 87 to F.S.
211; northwesterly on F.S. 211 to F.S. 82; northwesterly
on F.S. 82 to F.S. 125; westerly on F.S. 125 to F.H. 3.
18. Melatone Mesa Hunt Area in Unit 5B South — That
portion of Unit 5B beginning at the junction of F.S. 82 and
F.S. 69B; south and southwest on F.S. 82 to F.S. 211;
southeasterly on F.S. 211 to AZ Hwy 87; northeasterly on
AZ Hwy 87 to F.S. 69; northwesterly on F.S. 69 to F.S. 69B;
westerly on F.S. 69B to F.S. 82.
19. 6A North Hunt Unit - That portion of 6A east of I-17 and
north of FR 213 (Stoneman Lake Road).
20. 6A South Hunt Unit - That portion of 6A east of I-17 and
south of FR 213 (Stoneman Lake Road).
21. 6A West Hunt Unit - That portion of 6A west of I-17. Note,
this area has limited access.
22. Verde Valley Hunt Area in Units 6A, 19A and 21 - Begin-ning
in that portion of Unit 6A at the junction of Interstate
17 and FR 618 (Beaver Creek Road); southeasterly along
FR 618 to AZ Hwy 260 (General Crook Trail); east along AZ
Hwy 260 to FR 708 (Fossil Creek Road); east along FR 708
to FR 500; south along FR 500 to the Verde River; north
along the Verde River to Chasm Creek; west along the
bottom of Chasm Creek to FR 574 (Salt Mine Road) in the
Prescott National Forest; northwesterly along FR 574 to
Oasis Road; west along Oasis Road to AZ Hwy 260; west
along AZ Hwy 260 to AZ Hwy 89A; north along AZ Hwy
89A to FR 119 (Cornville Road); east along FR 119 to FR
120 (Beaverhead Flat Road); north along FR 120 to AZ
Hwy 179; easterly long AZ Hwy 179 to Interstate 17.
23. There are road closures in the western portion of Unit 7.
These closures will be strictly enforced. Call the Chalendar
Ranger District, Kaibab National Forest (928) 635-2676
for more information on road closures.
24. Unit 7 East Hunt Unit — That portion of Unit 7 located east
of AZ Hwy 180.
25. Unit 7 West Hunt Unit — That portion of Unit 7 located
west of AZ Hwy 180.
26. Williamson Valley/Skull Valley/Kirkland Junction Hunt
Area — those portions of Units 17A, 17B, 20A, and 20C
beginning in Prescott at the junction of Williamson Valley
Road and Iron Springs Road, west on Iron Springs Road
to the western boundary of the Prescott National Forest,
south southeast along the forest boundary to AZ Hwy 89
near Wilhoit; southwest on AZ Hwy 89 through Yarnell to
the Date Creek Road; north northwest on the Date Creek
Road to AZ Hwy 96 near Hillside; northeast on AZ Hwy 96
to the Muleshoe/Indian Rock Road; northeast to the
Indian Rock Ranch, continue northeast to the Prescott
National Forest boundary; east northeast along Prescott
National Forest boundary to Yavapai County Road (Co.
Rd.) 66; north on Co. Rd 66 to Co. Rd. 123; northwest on
Co. Rd. 123 to Co. Rd. 124; southwest on Co. Rd. 124 to
Prescott National Forest Road (FS) 705; continue west
then north on FS 705 to Co. Rd. 68 (Camp Wood Road);
west on Co. Rd. 68 to FS 95; north northeast on FS 95 to
Co. Rd. 125 (Walnut Creek Rd.); east on Co. Rd. 125 to
Williamson Valley Road, then south on Williamson Valley
Road to the Iron Springs Road.
27. Unit 22 North Hunt Unit — That portion of Unit 22 located
north of the following: Beginning at the confluence of the
Verde River and the East Verde River; easterly along the
East Verde River to F.S. 406; easterly on F.S. 406 to
Payson; easterly on AZ Hwy 260 to the Unit Boundary.
28. Unit 22 South Hunt Unit — That portion of Unit 22 located
south of the following: Beginning at the confluence of the
Verde River and the East Verde River; easterly along the
east Verde River to F.S. 406; easterly on F.S. 406 to
Payson; easterly on AZ Hwy 260 to the Unit Boundary.
29. Mazatzal Hunt Area in Unit 22 — that portion of Unit 22
beginning at the confluence of the East Verde River and
Verde River; easterly along the East Verde River to F.S.
406; easterly along F.S. 406 to the junction with F.S. 414;
southerly on F.S. 414 to the junction of F.S. and AZ Hwy
87 near Rye; south on AZ Hwy 87 to the junction of AZ Hwy
87 and AZ Hwy 188; southerly on AZ Hwy 188 to the Salt
River; westerly along the Salt River to the Verde River;
northerly along the Verde River to the confluence with the
East Verde River.
30. Ninety percent of the elk located in the Mazatzal Hunt Area
in Unit 22 occur in Wilderness areas. Hunters should be
prepared for a wilderness area hunt.
31. Canyon Creek Hunt Area in Unit 23 - That portion of Unit
23 beginning at the junction of FS road 512 and the Tonto
National Forest boundary; south along FS 512 to FS 188;
east along FS 188 to its junction with Valentine Canyon;
east along the bottom of Valentine Canyon to its junction
with Canyon Creek; south along Canyon Creek to the
White Mountain Apache Indian Reservation boundary;
north along White Mountain Apache Indian Reservation
boundary to the Tonto National Forest boundary; west
along Tonto National Forest boundary to FS 512.
32. Unit 23 North Hunt Unit — That portion of Unit 23 located
north of the following: Beginning at the junction of Tonto
Creek and Spring Creek; east along Spring Creek to F.S.
134; east on F.S. 134 to F.S. 129; east on F.S. 129 to AZ
Hwy 288; east on AZ Hwy 288 to F.S. 54; east on F.S. 54
to F.S. 202; south on F.S. 202 to F.S. 127; east on F.S. 127
to F.S. 127A; east on F.S. 127A to the Fort Apache Indian
Reservation Boundary.
33. Unit 23 South Hunt Unit — That portion of Unit 23 located
south of the following: Beginning at the junction of Tonto
Creek and Spring Creek; east along Spring Creek to F.S.
134; east on F.S. 134 to F.S. 129; east on F.S. 129 to A