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.
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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.
Department staff will be giving a wildlife presentation at Carlsbad Public Library as part of their summer reading program.
Department staff will be giving a wildlife presentation at the Rio Rancho Public Library as part of their youth summer reading program.
Registration Details:
Feel free to contact Brynn.
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. Participants are responsible for all food and drinks. Youth under 18 must have a parent or adult present during the camp.
Registration opens May 28 at 9 a.m. on the following link, https://forms.office.com/g/sHxTpVFHpC. 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.
The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Aquatic Education Program will be fishing with the Santa Fe Home School Community on June 26, 2024. The event is closed to the public.
N/A Closed to the public.
NMDGF will be giving a wildlife presentation at the Artesia Public Library as part of their youth summer reading program.
The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Off-Highway Vehicle Program will present 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.
Registration Details:
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.