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To comment on State Game Commission items visit our Proposals Under Consideration page.
For opportunities to comment on Department plans visit the Public Comment page.
Publications
View our publications page for the latest in print and PDFs, including Rules and Information booklets and New Mexico Wildlife magazine.
Events Calendar
Check the Hunter Education Course Schedule for new & updated class dates for Hunter Education, Field Day/Live Fire, and Bowhunter Education. We also offer online course options for New Mexico residents 11 years of age or older.
Deadline to apply for turkey and bear draw permits. Applications must be completed before 5 p.m. Mountain Standard Time (MST).
2017-2018 Hunting Rules & Info (click here).
Check the Off-Highway Vehicle Calendar for new & updated available class dates.
Deadline to submit 2016–2017 harvest reports for deer, elk, pronghorn antelope and turkey license holders. Reports can be submitted online or by telephone. Late fees apply after this date.
Event Dates Announced:
Day 1: Feb 17@ 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Day 2: Feb 18 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Day 3: Feb 19 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Come see the latest equipment for hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation. New models of off-highway vehicles, recreational vehicles, boats and kayaks will be on display. And as always, outfitters, guides and conservation organizations will be on hand to offer their services and advice.
Interested vendors please contact estelle.gonzales@state.nm.us for more information.
Event Dates Announced:
Day 1: Feb 17@ 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Day 2: Feb 18 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Day 3: Feb 19 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Come see the latest equipment for hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation. New models of off-highway vehicles, recreational vehicles, boats and kayaks will be on display. And as always, outfitters, guides and conservation organizations will be on hand to offer their services and advice.
Interested vendors please contact estelle.gonzales@state.nm.us for more information.
Event Dates Announced:
- Doors open at 5 p.m., Dinner served at 7 p.m., Auction begins at 8 p.m.
- Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017
- Expo NM Creative Arts Center, 300 San Pedro Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Steven Rinella, host of the hit TV show MeatEater, will join the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish at the Governor’s Special Hunt Auction and Banquet. Once again, the department will be auctioning over a dozen premier hunting and fishing packages to benefit the Game Protection Fund of New Mexico.
Don’t miss your opportunity to bid on one of many spectacular hunts, including elk, ibex, oryx and mule deer, coues deer, pronghorn, turkey, upland game hunting and premier fishing excursions.
There will be many other items in the live auction, silent auction, raffles, and games including additional hunts, over 25 firearms, hunting, fishing and camping gear, art, and much more! Proceeds benefit the NM Youth Conservation Foundation’s First in the Field program.
Ticket prices for this event are $500 for a Reserved Table for 10, $100 per couple and $55 for a single. All tickets include a gift.
To purchase tickets, visit online, www.firstinthefield.org. For information, please contact the New Mexico Youth Conservation Foundation, (505) 433-7001 or call the Department toll-free, (888) 248-6866.
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Event Dates Announced:
Day 1: Feb 17@ 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Day 2: Feb 18 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Day 3: Feb 19 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Come see the latest equipment for hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation. New models of off-highway vehicles, recreational vehicles, boats and kayaks will be on display. And as always, outfitters, guides and conservation organizations will be on hand to offer their services and advice.
Interested vendors please contact estelle.gonzales@state.nm.us for more information.
Recent News Releases
Jan 11th, 2017
NM Game & Fish 2017-01-11T11:52:26+00:00New 2017-2018 hunting rules and information booklet available
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