The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Off-Highway Vehicle Program presents an ATV safety class provided by the Village of Los Lunas Open Space Division. Students earn the safety permit required for off-highway vehicle operators under the age of 18 years.
ATVs and safety gear are available for use during the class.
Space is limited – all students must have a free account with the Department of Game and Fish (https://onlinesales.wildlife.state.nm.us/). Students must be at least 6 years of age.
Partner URL: https://www.loslunasnm.gov/121/Open-Space-Division
Event provided by NMDGF conservation officers in the Silver City District to introduce various outdoor activities to the public. Pellet gun basic shooting skills, basic archery skills, OHV simulator (stationary ATV used to teach folks how to ride an ATV safely), poach coach with big game cases from the past, how to live with critters and education on depredation issues, wildlife rehabilitation with live animals and education, learning how to cast with prizes given for accurate casts, USFS-fire prevention. Also, channel catfish will be stocked so bring your fishing tackle and fishing licenses. In addition, snacks and cold drinks will be sold by a local food truck.
Visit Commission Meetings & Agendas for more information.
**THIS LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING EVENT IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC**
The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Off-Highway Vehicle Program presents a class on enforcement of the Off-Highway Vehicle Act to Aztec Police Department officers so they can learn the laws on OHV’s in New Mexico.
**THIS LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC**
The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Off-Highway Vehicle Program presents a class on ROV safe operation training for Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Department deputies. BCSO open space requested training on ROVS due to the purchase of new machines.
**THIS SCHOOL EVENT IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC**
NMDGF will be giving a wildlife presentation at Carroll Elementary.
SANTA FE – Anglers can fish for free in New Mexico on Saturday, June 3, as the state celebrates National Boating and Fishing Week.
Anyone can fish for free in public fishing waters throughout the state Saturday, June 3, but everyone must observe bag limits and all other rules and regulations. For more information, please visit the Department’s website.
“This is a great time to take your family fishing and teach them a skill that will provide a lifetime of enjoyment,” said Mike Sloane, director for the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish.
For information on additional places to fish and what to use, consult the Department’s weekly fishing and stocking report and the Fishing Conditions and Trip Planner. Maps of public fishing waters, lists of where to find family-friendly fishing and tips on how to fish also can be found on the Department’s website.
The Department reminds anglers and outdoor recreationists to “know before you go” and to contact land management agencies regarding additional regulations or restrictions on specific properties of interest before heading afield.
Helpful links for planning your trip include:
NMDGF staff will be hosting the following activities at the Truth or Consequences Outdoor Day:
Pellet Gun Trailer
Archery
Wildlife Identification
Casting Skills
**THIS LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING EVENT IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC**
The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Off-Highway Vehicle Program presents a class on enforcement of the Off-Highway Vehicle Act as a refresher to NMDGF district officers.
*THIS SCHOOL EVENT IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC*
NMDGF will be giving wild turkey presentations to students in Silver City.
Contact Jason Amaro to register for the camp. Those under 18 must me accompanied by a parent or guardian.
This camp is open to youth ages 10 -17 who are accompanied by a registered adult. Camping is free, meals will be provided, and participants will tent-camp on the property.
Participants will learn safe and responsible firearms handling, ethical hunting behaviors, conservation, wildlife identification, and basic survival skills. Additionally, participants will learn from department conservation officers about their jobs, including wildlife investigations, decoy operations, and working with wildlife. Participants will test their marksmanship skills with bows and arrows. All equipment will be provided.
Registration Details:
Registration opens May 15 at https://forms.office.com/g/rnZ85DDmFy. 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.
This camp is open to youth ages 10 to 17 who are accompanied by a registered adult. Camp is free, meals will be provided and participants will tent-camp on the property.
Participants will learn safe and responsible firearms handling, ethical hunting behaviors, conservation, wildlife identification and basic survival skills. Additionally, participants will learn from department conservation officers about their jobs including wildlife investigations, decoy operations, working with wildlife and test their marksmanship skills with bow and arrows. All equipment will be provided.
Registration Details:
Registration opens May 15 at https://forms.office.com/g/rnZ85DDmFy. 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.
This camp is open to youth ages 10 -17 who are accompanied by a registered adult. Camping is free, meals will be provided, and participants will tent-camp on the property.
Participants will learn safe and responsible firearms handling, ethical hunting behaviors, conservation, wildlife identification, and basic survival skills. Additionally, participants will learn from department conservation officers about their jobs, including wildlife investigations, decoy operations, and working with wildlife. Participants will test their marksmanship skills with bows and arrows. All equipment will be provided.
Registration Details:
Registration opens May 15 at https://forms.office.com/g/rnZ85DDmFy. 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.
This camp is open to youth ages 10 to 17 who are accompanied by a registered adult. Camp is free, meals will be provided and participants will tent-camp on the property.
Participants will learn safe and responsible firearms handling, ethical hunting behaviors, conservation, wildlife identification and basic survival skills. Additionally, participants will learn from department conservation officers about their jobs including wildlife investigations, decoy operations, working with wildlife and test their marksmanship skills with bow and arrows. All equipment will be provided.
Registration Details:
Registration opens May 15 at https://forms.office.com/g/rnZ85DDmFy. 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.
Contact Jason Amaro to register for the camp. Those under 18 must me accompanied by a parent or guardian.
This camp is open to youth ages 10 -17 who are accompanied by a registered adult. Camping is free, meals will be provided, and participants will tent-camp on the property.
Participants will learn safe and responsible firearms handling, ethical hunting behaviors, conservation, wildlife identification, and basic survival skills. Additionally, participants will learn from department conservation officers about their jobs, including wildlife investigations, decoy operations, and working with wildlife. Participants will test their marksmanship skills with bows and arrows. All equipment will be provided.
Registration Details:
Registration opens May 15 at https://forms.office.com/g/rnZ85DDmFy. 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.
This camp is open to youth ages 10 to 17 who are accompanied by a registered adult. Camp is free, meals will be provided and participants will tent-camp on the property.
Participants will learn safe and responsible firearms handling, ethical hunting behaviors, conservation, wildlife identification and basic survival skills. Additionally, participants will learn from department conservation officers about their jobs including wildlife investigations, decoy operations, working with wildlife and test their marksmanship skills with bow and arrows. All equipment will be provided.
Registration Details:
Registration opens May 15 at https://forms.office.com/g/rnZ85DDmFy. 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.
Visit Commission Meetings & Agendas for more information.
The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Off-Highway Vehicle Program presents an ATV safety class provided by the Village of Los Lunas Open Space Division. Students earn the safety permit required for off-highway vehicle operators under 18 years of age.
ATVs and safety gear are available for use during the class.
Visit Commission Meetings & Agendas for more information.
The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Off-Highway Vehicle Program presents an ATV safety class provided by the Village of Los Lunas Open Space Division. Students earn the safety permit required for off-highway vehicle operators under 18 years of age.
ATVs and safety gear are available for use during the class.