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2023-24 NM Hunting Rules

Project Childsafe from the NSSF

Cougar zone hunting closure update — Zone P now closed

 

Attention New Mexico cougar hunters:

Cougar hunting Zone P is closed effective January 31, 2022, as the harvest limit has been reached. Please refer to the chart below for the most current harvest reports and zone status.

Please remember: Before hunting bears or cougars, hunters must verify the zone is open by […]

The 2022 Big Game Draw is OPEN!!!

The 2022 Big Game Draw is open! We are here to help you get ready! Frequently asked questions of the week

Q: Where can I get the Rules and Information Booklet?

A: It is best to download it directly off the website. Printed copies, in both English and Spanish, are available in limited […]

DSCNM Trophy Bison Hunt

DSCNM has Sweetened the POT by adding a Trophy Bison Hunt to each of the Six drawings, Including the Bonus Drawing.

That’s right not only will the winner of each of the drawings get the safari listed; but will also receive in addition. A Trophy Bison Hunt In New Mexico. Details on the […]

2022 Big Game Draw

#HuntNM22 – All you need to know virtual series

Have you thought about applying for the 2022 big game draw? The Department will be hosting a series of live webinars, covering all that you need to know when applying.

We will meet virtually every week, sometimes multiple times a week, to discuss the draw, […]

Big Game Hunting for 2022-2023

Even with the holidays upon us, we are sure that you are already thinking about the 2022-2023 hunts!

As of today you have exactly 91 days to plan, read draw odds reports, scheme on the best way to draw and get your applications in. Here is what you need to know to start […]

Game Commission to meet October 22

New Mexico Department of Game & Fish Game & Fish News

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Public contact, Information Center: (888) 248-6866Media contact, Tristanna Bickford: (505) 476-8027tristanna.bickford@state.nm.us

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, OCT. 20, 2021:

Game Commission to meet October 22

SANTA FE – The New Mexico State Game Commission […]

Libtards Ban Gun Shows at Fairgrounds

Do you remember when the new NM Game Commissioner blocked coyote hunts on state land the moment she got in office? Not long after, she blocked hunting on the south end of town in the preserve due to “complaints”. How many of you complained at the blockage or did you just let another right get […]

Additional opportunities to hunt big game in New Mexico

New Mexico Department of Game & Fish Game & Fish News

Encouragement elk license sale begins July 14

New Mexico resident youth and senior hunters who applied and were unsuccessful in the 2021-2022 big-game draw are eligible to purchase one of nearly 1,900 antlerless elk licenses. The licenses will go on sale through […]

Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting and fishing seasons

New Mexico Department of Game & Fish Game & Fish News

SANTA FE – The Department of Game and Fish will conduct roadblocks throughout the state during hunting and fishing seasons to collect harvest data and to detect wildlife law violations.

The 2021-2022 hunting and fishing season begins April 1. All […]

Robbie Roberts (11/30/1946 – 3/29/2021)

Dear Instructors and Friends,

I am deeply saddened to share the news that the hunter education family has lost another amazing member. I was notified this morning that Robert “Robbie” Roberts passed away yesterday morning. Robbie was an Instructor in Raton and worked at the NRA Whittington Center for 20 years. Previously he managed the […]