Opportunities From: Arizona Game and Fish Department

Volunteer: EARTH MONTH Rio Salado Clean-up

In celebration of Earth Month and APS’s 140th anniversary, join us for a Rio Salado cleanup on Wednesday, April 29, from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM. We will gather at the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area, NE Central Trailhead parking lot to clear litter. Volunteers will be walking the river corridor and hiking trails to help protect local wildlife.

What to bring:

Tools, bags and gloves will be available; bring your own work gloves if you have them. Wear proper attire for being outdoors and in the sun, i.e. hat and sunscreen. Some water and snacks will be provided, please bring lunch or additional food you may want. Minor children must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or guardian throughout the project.Parking space is limited - please carpool when possible.

The NE Central Trailhead is located at:

2439 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Volunteers will check-in at the parking lot. 

Questions? Contact volunteer@azgfd.gov or 602-526-2004.

Why?

Improperly disposed fishing line and garbage can be consumed by, or entangle, many animals including mammals and migratory birds. Regular cleanups can prevent ospreys, bald eagles, waterfowl, and pets from encountering dangerous and often lethal entanglement. After needing to rescue an eagle nestling last year, which required months of rehabilitation prior to release back to the wild, Arizona Public Service (APS) has volunteered to work on coordinating fishing line cleanup events at various locations throughout the state in honor of their 140th birthday! 

Read more about the Department's Monofilament Recovery Program here. 




Program: Region 6 Mesa

In celebration of Earth Month and APS’s 140th anniversary, join us for a Rio Salado cleanup on Wednesday, April 29, from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM. We will gather at the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area, NE Central Trailhead parking lot to clear litter. Volunteers will be walking the river corridor and hiking trails to help protect local wildlife.

What to bring:

Tools, bags and gloves will be available; bring your own work gloves if you have them. Wear proper attire for being outdoors and in the sun, i.e. hat and sunscreen. Some water and snacks will be provided, please bring lunch or additional food you may want. Minor children must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or guardian throughout the project.Parking space is limited - please carpool when possible.

The NE Central Trailhead is located at:

2439 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Volunteers will check-in at the parking lot. 

Questions? Contact volunteer@azgfd.gov or 602-526-2004.

Why?

Improperly disposed fishing line and garbage can be consumed by, or entangle, many animals including mammals and migratory birds. Regular cleanups can prevent ospreys, bald eagles, waterfowl, and pets from encountering dangerous and often lethal entanglement. After needing to rescue an eagle nestling last year, which required months of rehabilitation prior to release back to the wild, Arizona Public Service (APS) has volunteered to work on coordinating fishing line cleanup events at various locations throughout the state in honor of their 140th birthday! 

Read more about the Department's Monofilament Recovery Program here. 




Program: Region 6 Mesa

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Apr 29, 2026

Zip Code: 85004

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Region 6 General Volunteer- New Volunteers Start Here

Thank you for inquiring about volunteer opportunities in Region 6. Region 6 manages Game and Fish programs and projects within central Arizona. From the Mogollon Rim to Casa Grande, Wickenburg to Globe there is opportunity to assist with various activities. 

This opportunity is for general volunteer activities. Some examples include:

General trail/area clean-ups

Fishing equipment repair/maintenance

Archery equipment repair/maintenance

Vehicle maintenance and clean-up

General office assistance/maintenance

These will be on an "as-needed" basis. Notifications of an upcoming need will be sent by email. 

Program: Region 6 Mesa

Thank you for inquiring about volunteer opportunities in Region 6. Region 6 manages Game and Fish programs and projects within central Arizona. From the Mogollon Rim to Casa Grande, Wickenburg to Globe there is opportunity to assist with various activities. 

This opportunity is for general volunteer activities. Some examples include:

General trail/area clean-ups

Fishing equipment repair/maintenance

Archery equipment repair/maintenance

Vehicle maintenance and clean-up

General office assistance/maintenance

These will be on an "as-needed" basis. Notifications of an upcoming need will be sent by email. 

Program: Region 6 Mesa

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 85207

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: 2026 Payson Wildlife Fair

Help support the Payson Wildlife Fair being held on May 2, 2026!

Location: Green Valley Park, Payson, AZ

Time: 9am-3pm (not including set-up/break-down)

Tasks: Assist with set-up/tear-down, assist with activities such as fishing and archery, support for participant organizations, support in the success of the fair.

Program: Region 6 Mesa

Help support the Payson Wildlife Fair being held on May 2, 2026!

Location: Green Valley Park, Payson, AZ

Time: 9am-3pm (not including set-up/break-down)

Tasks: Assist with set-up/tear-down, assist with activities such as fishing and archery, support for participant organizations, support in the success of the fair.

Program: Region 6 Mesa

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 85541

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: 2026 Payson Wildlife Fair- Fishing Mentors

Help support the Payson Wildlife Fair being held on May 2, 2026!

Location: Green Valley Park, Payson, AZ

Time: 9am-3pm (not including set-up/break-down)

Tasks: Assist with the fishing activity portion of the fair; set-up/tear-down, mentor new anglers as needed, clean up and maintain loaner equipment.

Program: Region 6 Mesa

Help support the Payson Wildlife Fair being held on May 2, 2026!

Location: Green Valley Park, Payson, AZ

Time: 9am-3pm (not including set-up/break-down)

Tasks: Assist with the fishing activity portion of the fair; set-up/tear-down, mentor new anglers as needed, clean up and maintain loaner equipment.

Program: Region 6 Mesa

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 85541

Allow Groups: No