— Online Services —
The Department offers numerous services online. (See closure alerts). Don’t see what you need? Email us at ispa@state.nm.us or call 888-248-6866.
Buy a License OnlineClick here to purchase a hunting and fishing license. It’s easy and you don’t have to come to the office.
File a Harvest Report OnlineMandatory harvest reporting is available in your customer account. Click here to file your report.
Take Hunter Education Online
Students age 10+ can take online courses with certification. See Online Options to select your course.
Report to Operation Game ThiefClick here to file a report of a wildlife law violation on our secure and anonymous reporting system.
Learn more about: EPLUSParticipate in EPLUS: Elk Private Lands Use System here with information, applications and forms.
Off-Highway Vehicle OnlineSelect a safety course that meets certification requirements under the Online Training tab.
Wildlife Education Online
New Mexico educational activities for youth and families are available free for download: explore lessons
New Mexico Conservation OnlineTry our interactive tool for plans, programs and environmental reviews such as BISON-M, NM ERT, CHAT.
Update 6-23-2021, Current
To help prevent COVID-19 transmission the following are closed to the public:
* Department hatcheries
Social distancing is a challenge for all outdoors enthusiasts; the itch to get outside just keeps growing. But this is a time for all New Mexicans to pull together for the overall health of all our citizens and stay home. The Department reminds recreationists it is their responsibility to be aware of closures and contact land managers for properties of interest when restrictions are lifted.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
U.S. Forest Service (USFS)
New Mexico State Lands
New Mexico State Parks
New Mexico Open Gate Properties
New Mexico Wildlife Mgmt Areas
Outdoor recreationists should consult their local government’s website for information regarding specific city and town lake and recreation area access.
Customers can reach the Department by phone at 505-476-8000, toll-free at 1-888-248-686, email ispa@state.nm.us. Depredation reports may also be reported by phone at 1-888-248-6866. Customers can also interact with Department staff on our social media channels, by following us on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram and on YouTube .
Bear and Cougar Hotline:
877-950-5466
Operation Game Thief:
1-800-432-4263 or online
Military, Senior, MI, License Donations:
specialhunts@state.nm.us
Hunter Education:
dgf-he@state.nm.us
505-222-4731
PRA Child Support Compliance:
DGF-Revocation@state.nm.us
License Vendor Support:
DGF-Vendor@state.nm.us
License Sales, Trapper Ed, Cougar ID:
https://onlinesales.wildlife.state.nm.us/
EPLUS Private Landowner Program:
DGF-EPLUS@state.nm.us
OHV and ATV Questions:
DGF-OHVMGR@state.nm.us
505-222-4728
Depredation Hotline:
1-888-727-4883
Shooting Range Questions:
DGF-ShootingRanges@state.nm.us
Guide and Outfitter Questions:
DGF-Guide-Outfitter@state.nm.us
Aquatic Invasive Species Hotline:
1-888-248-6866
General Information & Other Questions:
ispa@state.nm.us
