May
18
Sat
Sportsman’s Banquet @ Clovis NM
May 18 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Requested to represent DGF with a both/table. Answer fishing and hunting questions, provide informational material and sell licenses if needed.

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.

Wild Turkey Cook Along @ Virtual on Zoom
May 22 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

You’re invited to join us live on Wednesday May 22, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. for this special virtual wild turkey cook-along event.

Have you been hitting the turkey hills this season? If yes, and you have been fortunate enough to bring home some of that fresh and delicious turkey meat, then join NMDGF Staff as we cook up “Meateater’s Copycat Chick-Fil-A Turkey Nuggets” and other fun fixings that you and your family are sure to enjoy.

Didn’t notch a tag? Join us anyway and substitute wild turkey meat for any white meat bird you have in your freezer. You must register at the Zoom link by noon on May 20th. This will give you time to snag all the ingredients and get that kitchen prep ready to go for our first ever cook along event.

While this event is focused on ladies, we welcome everyone to join us.

To participate in the virtual session click the following link to register by noon on May 20th for this meeting,

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvce-tpjMqGtGwTZJglFN_w-T_rV1Pz0Qa

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email, ingredient lists, and recipes for this event.

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.

May
31
Fri
New Mexico Youth Hunter Education Challenge @ NRA Wittington Center, Raton, NM
May 31 @ 11:04 pm

The Department will be assisting the New Mexico YHEC 501c3 with putting on this year’s youth hunter education challenge.

New Mexico Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC) is held once a year for kids ages 7-18 to help improve their hunting, marksmanship and safety skills.

Through simulated hunting situations, live fire competitions, and responsible hunting events, YHEC helps build upon skills learned in basic hunter education courses and encourages safer, lifelong hunting habits.

From rifle, bow and muzzleloader shooting at life-sized targets, to wildlife identification, map and compass orienteering and more, YHEC participants get hands-on training in eight skill areas, giving them expertise in all hunting practices.

Registration for the Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC) will be on nmyhec.com.
Participants must have taken a hunter education class to compete.

Jun
1
Sat
Outdoor Adventure Day Off-highway vehicle public information and outreach @ Liam Knight Pond
Jun 1 @ 7:00 am – 1:00 pm

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Off-Highway Vehicle Program will be conducting public outreach and education at the NMDGF Outdoor Adventure Day at Liam Knight Pond in Corrales, NM. The OHV Program will be offering demonstration rides on its ATV simulator and giving out swag bags for kids.

4th Annual Free Outdoor Adventure Day @ Liam Knight Pond
Jun 1 @ 7:30 am – 1:30 pm
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.

New Mexico Youth Hunter Education Challenge @ NRA Wittington Center, Raton, NM
Jun 1 @ 11:04 pm

The Department will be assisting the New Mexico YHEC 501c3 with putting on this year’s youth hunter education challenge.

New Mexico Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC) is held once a year for kids ages 7-18 to help improve their hunting, marksmanship and safety skills.

Through simulated hunting situations, live fire competitions, and responsible hunting events, YHEC helps build upon skills learned in basic hunter education courses and encourages safer, lifelong hunting habits.

From rifle, bow and muzzleloader shooting at life-sized targets, to wildlife identification, map and compass orienteering and more, YHEC participants get hands-on training in eight skill areas, giving them expertise in all hunting practices.

Registration for the Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC) will be on nmyhec.com.
Participants must have taken a hunter education class to compete.

Jun
2
Sun
New Mexico Youth Hunter Education Challenge @ NRA Wittington Center, Raton, NM
Jun 2 @ 11:04 pm

The Department will be assisting the New Mexico YHEC 501c3 with putting on this year’s youth hunter education challenge.

New Mexico Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC) is held once a year for kids ages 7-18 to help improve their hunting, marksmanship and safety skills.

Through simulated hunting situations, live fire competitions, and responsible hunting events, YHEC helps build upon skills learned in basic hunter education courses and encourages safer, lifelong hunting habits.

From rifle, bow and muzzleloader shooting at life-sized targets, to wildlife identification, map and compass orienteering and more, YHEC participants get hands-on training in eight skill areas, giving them expertise in all hunting practices.

Registration for the Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC) will be on nmyhec.com.
Participants must have taken a hunter education class to compete.

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
T or C Youth Archery Event @ Ralph Edwards Park T or C, NM
Jun 8 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

This youth archery event is open to the public.

T or C Youth Event @ Ralph Edwards Park T or C, NM
Jun 8 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Youth archery event

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.

Torrance County Tractor Parade Off-highway vehicle public information and outreach @ Arthur Park
Jun 8 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Off-Highway Vehicle Program will be conducting public outreach and education at the Torrance County Tractor Parade at Arthur Park in Estancia, NM. The OHV Program will be offering demonstration rides on its ATV simulator and giving out swag bags for kids.

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 @ 8:30 am – 3:30 pm

This classroom session is open to any women who is new to fly fishing. You will learn the basics of fly fishing, equipment selection, fly selection, how to read the the water, landing and releasing skills, what to know before you head out to the water, fishing trip safety, and more! (Casting skills are not covered during this session) This classroom session is a prerequisite to participate in the TU-Ladies Casting Clinic.

Registration Details:
Registration opens May 27 at 9 am at https://forms.office.com/g/9sdBtpQwwn . Twenty-five slots will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.

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