May
9
Thu
Clovis Municipal Schools, James Bickley: Classroom Talk (three will be given) @ Clovis NM
May 9 @ 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

A fishing classroom day will be held for James Bickley’s 3rd Grade Classroom 1. The following topics:

What is Fishing?, types of NM fish species/anatomy, habitat, diet, understanding fishing gear, tying knots, safety, and so on. This will also include a demonstration of how to assemble the rod and reel, which will be put into practice during the fishing day that follows this class.

Connie Backa-Lamb with James Bickley Elementary is the educator working Matty Gonzales.

TISA School Fishing Event @ Red Rock Hatchery @ Red River Hatchery Kids Pond
May 9 @ 10:00 am – 2:30 pm

Department staff will be teaching a fishing lesson to Taos Integrated School for the Arts, which participates in the Trout in the Classroom (TIC) program. The students will be learning how to assemble rods, tie knots, bait hooks, cast safely and catch, land and release fish. This event is closed to the public

May
10
Fri
Clovis Municipal Schools, James Bickley: Fishing Day @ Greene Acres Park
May 10 @ 8:00 am – 12:30 pm

A hands-on fishing day will be held for James Bickley’s 3rd Grade Classrooms 1, 2, & 3.

Connie Backa-Lamb with James Bickley Elementary reached out to retain assistance from NMDGF – Aquatic Educator Contractor, Matty Gonzales.

May
11
Sat
NASP – National Archery in the Schools Program – Basic Archery Instructor Workshop @ NMDGF Albuquerque Office
May 11 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

This workshop is for certification as a Basic Archery Instructor for participation in the National Archery in the Schools Program. The workshop follows a hybrid learning model with both online and in-person instruction. All equipment is provide for training purposes. Register online at www.naspbai.org

Go to www.naspbai.org to register

Ladies Fly Fishing – Casting Clinic @ NW Area Game & Fish Office
May 11 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm

This class is open to any lady seeking to learn or improve on their fly fishing, casting skills and abilities. Participants will receive instruction and coaching from Trish Valdez and other Trout Unlimited – Bosque Chapter members to gain or improve their fly casting skills for fly fishing. No equipment is necessary but ladies are encouraged to bring their own if they have it. This is for all levels of angler!

*The Ladies Fly Fishing 101 Classroom Clinic is a prerequisite to register for this session*

Registration opens April 22 at 9am to 12 participants can register Here.
Slots will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.

May
13
Mon
Falconry Presentation @ Taos, NM
May 13 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

This Presentation is closed to the public.

Presentation will present information on basic biology, conservation, and the sport of falconry

3-D Archery Adventure with SMU-in-Taos @ Fort Burgwin
May 13 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

SMU-in-Taos Summer College Program will participate in a 3-D Archery Adventure Shoot. College-age students will walk a pre-determined course in small groups. Each archer gets a one to three shots at a three-dimensional target shaped like an animal. The targets on the animals cover the vital areas where a hunter would normally aim. These courses challenge archers to adapt their shooting to account for variable conditions, distances and angles. Students will learn how to score a target and track their individual score.

Private event. – Must be pre-enrolled through the SMU-in-Taos summer program.

May
17
Fri
Fishing and Wildlife Trunks @ Moriarity NM
May 17 @ 9:30 am – 1:30 pm

Department staff will be fishing and showing wildlife trunks to kids with the Moriarty-Edgewood School District Early Childhood Center.

Registration Details:

N/A.  Closed to the public.

May
18
Sat
Bowhunter Skills Camp @ Manzano Mountains State Park
May 18 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

This camp is for participants of any age who is interested in learning more about the basics of archery and bow hunting. Participants will learn archery basics and safety, how to choose equipment, proper shot placement while hunting, outdoor preparedness, and more!

All archery equipment will be provided however, participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment if they have it. Camping is available at the State Park per reservation. Participants are responsible for all food and drinks. Youth under 18 must have a parent or adult present during the camp.

Registration Details:

Registration opens April 17 at 9 a.m. on the following link, https://forms.office.com/g/J9DmTKuciZ. The registration link will also be available on the Hunter Education Camp tab on the following department web page, https://www.wildlife.state.nm.us/education/hunter-education/#camps

All participants must have a Department Customer Id Number (CIN) Account and enter this number onto the registration form.

Esther Bone Public Library Wildlife Presentation @ Esther Bone Public Library
May 18 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

NMDGF will be giving a wildlife presentation at Esther Bone Public Library in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

May
22
Wed
Training: 3-D ARCHERY ADVENTURE CHALLENGE @ Koch Pavilion in Tererro, New Mexico
May 22 all-day

New Mexico Administrative Services Division employees will participate in a 3-D Archery Adventure Shoot training. Participants will walk a pre-determined course in small groups. Each archer gets one to three shots at a three-dimensional target shaped like an animal. The targets on the animals cover the vital areas where a hunter would normally aim. This course challenge archers to adapt their shooting to account for variable conditions, distances, and angles. Participants will learn how to score a target and track their individual score.

Closed to the public

Aquatic Insect Lab/Fishing with Santa Fe Home School Community @ Monastery Lake
May 22 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Aquatic Education program will be working with Santa Fe Home School Community by conducting an Aquatic Insect lab and fishing with group participants ranging in age from 7-17 years of age. This event is closed to the public.

May
29
Wed
Carlos Rey Elementary School Fishing Clinic at Tingley Beach @ Tingley Beach
May 29 @ 9:30 am – 1:00 pm

Department staff will be teaching a fishing lesson to three different elementary school classes that are participating in the Trout in the Classroom (TIC) program. The students will be learning how to assemble rods, tie knots, bait hooks, cast safely and catch, land and release fish. This event is closed to the public.

Jun
1
Sat
Village of Pecos / Trout Unlimited Truchas Chapter Free Fishing Day at Monastery Lake @ Monastery Lake
Jun 1 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Aquatic Education program will be working the fishing station with the Village of Pecos, and Trout Unlimited, Truchas Chapter for Free Fishing Day on June 1, 2024 at Monastery Lake. The Department will loan fishing rigs, tackle and bait to participants in need of equipment.

Jun
7
Fri
Wildlife presentation with Summer Reading Program
Jun 7 @ 10:30 am – 11:00 am

NMDGF will be giving a wildlife presentation.

Jun
8
Sat
Fly Fishing 101 Class @ Eagle Nest Lake State Park
Jun 8 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

This class is open to families who are interested in learning the basics of fly fishing. The morning session will focus on fly fishing equipment selection, knot tying, selecting lures/flies, casting instruction and general discussions on where to go. The afternoon session will be on the water! Casting and fishing instruction will be provided by professional fishing guides and Trout Unlimited -Enchanted Circle Chapter volunteers. Loaner equipment will be provided but participants are encouraged to bring their own if they have it.

This class will be offered by volunteers from the Enchanted Circle Chapter of Trout Unlimited.

Registration opens May  XX at 9 am at XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX. Slots will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. To qualify for the camp, participants must have a Customer Identification Number account with the department and complete the required homework before attending.

Fly Fishing Class with Fly Fish New Mexico and Mora Creative Council @ Coyote Creek State Park
Jun 8 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Aquatic Education program will be working with Fly Fish New Mexico and the Mora Creative Arts Council to conduct a fly-fishing camp in Coyote Creek State Park for local youth. This event is closed to the public.

Jun
12
Wed
Moriarty Public Library Wildlife Presentation @ Moriarity, NM
Jun 12 @ 10:30 am – 11:10 am

Department staff will be giving a wildlife presentation to youth for the summer program.

Registration Details:

Please give a Ashley a call at the library.

Jun
13
Thu
Wild turkey presentations & wildlife presentation
Jun 13 @ 8:30 am – 1:30 pm

NMDGF will be giving wild turkey presentations and wildlife presentations to students in summer school.

N/A. Closed to the public.

Jun
14
Fri
Wild turkey presentations & wildlife presentation
Jun 14 @ 8:30 am – 1:30 pm

NMDGF will be giving wild turkey presentations and wildlife presentations to students in summer school.

N/A. Closed to the public.

Tiger Muskie Fishing Camp. @ Bluewater Lake State Park
Jun 14 @ 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish in conjunction with New Mexico Outdoor Adventures will host a Tiger Muskie Fishing Camp, at Bluewater Lake State Park, on June 14-16, 2024.  Campers will be provided with everything from instruction to gear to meals. Campers will need to provide their own fishing licenses, tent or wheeled camper, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad. We will have a reserved group camping area at the State Park. Open to families and individuals with previous fishing experience but that have never fished for Tiger Muskie.

Registration will open at 8 am on Wednesday, May 22, 2024.  It will close when the camp is full.  Please only register if you have not previously attended this camp.  Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Registration link: https://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1MtrC4pOg4gFD6u.

Tiger Muskie Fishing Camp

Jun
15
Sat
Tiger Muskie Fishing Camp. @ Bluewater Lake State Park
Jun 15 @ 7:00 am – 6:30 pm

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish in conjunction with New Mexico Outdoor Adventures will host a Tiger Muskie Fishing Camp, at Bluewater Lake State Park, on June 14-16, 2024.  Campers will be provided with everything from instruction to gear to meals. Campers will need to provide their own fishing licenses, tent or wheeled camper, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad. We will have a reserved group camping area at the State Park. Open to families and individuals with previous fishing experience but that have never fished for Tiger Muskie.

Registration will open at 8 am on Wednesday, May 22, 2024.  It will close when the camp is full.  Please only register if you have not previously attended this camp.  Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Registration link: https://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1MtrC4pOg4gFD6u.

Tiger Muskie Fishing Camp

Ladies Fly-Fishing 101 @ Albuquerque Game and Fish Office
Jun 15 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

This clinic is open to women of all ages living in northern New Mexico interested in learning the basics of fly fishing. Participants will learn the basic knowledge and skills needed to get them started on the water. In part one of the class students will learn about the equipment used for fly fishing, how to set up a fly rod and reel with leader, tippet and fly. The class will cover the different types of flies used for trout fishing, what they represent, knots to attach them, and some strategies and tactics to know when and how to fish them effectively. Part two will cover the basics of fly casting on the water, covering the two most important casts, overhead and roll. This class will be offered by volunteers from the Bosque Chapter of Trout Unlimited.

Register Here

Jun
16
Sun
Tiger Muskie Fishing Camp. @ Bluewater Lake State Park
Jun 16 @ 7:00 am – 12:00 pm

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish in conjunction with New Mexico Outdoor Adventures will host a Tiger Muskie Fishing Camp, at Bluewater Lake State Park, on June 14-16, 2024.  Campers will be provided with everything from instruction to gear to meals. Campers will need to provide their own fishing licenses, tent or wheeled camper, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad. We will have a reserved group camping area at the State Park. Open to families and individuals with previous fishing experience but that have never fished for Tiger Muskie.

Registration will open at 8 am on Wednesday, May 22, 2024.  It will close when the camp is full.  Please only register if you have not previously attended this camp.  Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Registration link: https://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1MtrC4pOg4gFD6u.

Tiger Muskie Fishing Camp