License Updates
The deadline to apply for big-game draw hunts is March 20th. Click Here.
Draw permits must be validated by purchase of an OTC license.
Licenses are available online, by phone (888-248-6866), or in person at license vendors and NMDGF offices. Print from your account or request a copy from vendors or ispa@state.nm.us.
All Big-game & turkey licenses also require a carcass tag (unless E-Tag chosen). Do not hunt without a valid tag.
Announcements
To comment on State Game Commission items visit our Proposals Under Consideration page.
For opportunities to comment on Department plans visit the Public Comment page.
WEATHER DELAYS AND CLOSURES:
Each NMDGF office follows delays and closures issued by the local school district. Please check the link below before visiting us, especially during the winter months:
Headquarters (Santa Fe)
NW Area Office (Albuquerque)
NE Area Office (Raton)
SW Area Office (Las Cruces)
SE Area Office (Roswell)
Most recent CWD results:
Calendar
This course is open to students of any age seeking hunter education certification to meet hunting requirements in New Mexico. This course is an instructor-led student course that incorporates lecture, video, hands-on break-out sessions, review methods and homework to educate students. Students 10 and under must have a parent or adult present with them during class. All registered students MUST complete the Today’s Hunter student manual homework before participating in class. The manual can be downloaded for free at www.hunter-ed.com/newmexico/manual/ or students can pick up a free hard copy manual at the Department of Game and Fish Northwest Area Office, 7817 Alamo Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. Students are required to turn in their completed manual worksheets upon arrival to class.
Registration Details:
Registration opens on Feb. 26 at 9 a.m. and is conducted online through the student’s Customer ID Number (CIN) Account. Once in the account, click on Hunter Education then click the Register for Hunter Ed Classes button and follow the prompts.
This course is open to students of any age seeking hunter education certification to meet hunting requirements in New Mexico. This course is an instructor-led student course that incorporates lecture, video, hands-on break-out sessions, review methods and homework to educate students. Students 10 and under must have a parent or adult present with them during class. All registered students MUST complete the Today’s Hunter student manual homework before participating in class. The manual can be downloaded for free at www.hunter-ed.com/newmexico/manual/ or students can pick up a free hard copy manual between the hours of 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., M-F at the Army National Guard, 1101 W Navajo Street, Farmington, NM 87401. Students are required to turn in their completed manual worksheets upon arrival to class.
Registration Details:
Registration opens on Feb. 26 at 9 a.m. and is conducted online through the student’s Customer ID Number (CIN) Account. Once in the account, click on Hunter Education then click the Register for Hunter Ed Classes button and follow the prompts.
This course is open to students of any age seeking hunter education certification to meet hunting requirements in New Mexico. This course is an instructor-led, student course that incorporates lecture, video, hands-on break-out sessions, review methods and homework to educate students. Students 10 and under must have a parent or adult present with them during class. All registered students MUST complete the Today’s Hunter student manual homework before participating in class. The manual can be downloaded for free at, www.hunter-ed.com/newmexico/manual/ or students can pick up a free hard copy manual at Santa Fe Game and Fish Office, One Wildlife Way, Santa Fe, NM 87507, M-F 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Students are required to turn in their completed manual worksheets upon arrival to class.
Registration opens on March 5, at 9 a.m. and is conducted online through the students Customer Id Number (CIN) Account. Once in the account, click on Hunter Education then click the Register for Hunter Ed Classes button and follow the prompts.
This course is open to students of any age seeking hunter education certification to meet hunting requirements in New Mexico. This course is an instructor-led, student course that incorporates lecture, video, hands-on break-out sessions, review methods and homework to educate students. Students 10 and under must have a parent or adult present with them during class. All registered students MUST complete the Today’s Hunter student manual homework before participating in class. The manual can be downloaded for free at, www.hunter-ed.com/newmexico/manual/ or students can pick up a free hard copy manual at Jemez Pueblo Governor’s Office and ask for Jaime Loretto. Students are required to turn in their completed manual worksheets upon arrival to class.
Registration opens on March 5, at 11 a.m. and is conducted online through the students Customer Id Number (CIN) Account. Once in the account, click on Hunter Education then click the Register for Hunter Ed Classes button and follow the prompts.
This course is open to students of any age seeking hunter education certification to meet hunting requirements in New Mexico. This course is an instructor-led student course that incorporates lecture, video, hands-on break-out sessions, review methods and homework to educate students. Students 10 and under must have a parent or adult present with them during class. All registered students MUST complete the Today’s Hunter student manual homework before participating in class. The manual can be downloaded for free at www.hunter-ed.com/newmexico/manual/ or students can pick up a free hard copy manual at Rockhound State Park. Students are required to turn in their completed manual worksheets upon arrival to class.
Registration Details:
Registration opens on Feb. 26, 2024, at 9 a.m. and is conducted online through the student’s Customer ID Number (CIN) Account. Once in the account, click on Hunter Education then click the Register for Hunter Ed Classes button and follow the prompts.
This course is open to students of any age seeking hunter education certification to meet hunting requirements in New Mexico. This course is an instructor-led, student course that incorporates lecture, video, break-out sessions, review methods and homework to educate students. Students 10 and under must have a parent/adult present with them during class. All students MUST complete the Today’s Hunter student manual homework before participating in class. Students can pick up a free hard copy manual at City of Clovis Shooting Range, 726 County Rd. 17, Clovis, NM 88101. The manual can also be downloaded for free at, www.hunter-ed.com/newmexico/manual/. Students are required to turn in their completed manual worksheets upon arrival to class.
Registration Details:
Registration opens at 9 a.m. on Feb. 26, and is conducted online through the students Customer Id Number (CIN) Account. Once in the account, click on Hunter Education then click the Register for Hunter Ed Classes button and follow the prompts.
See also main menus or NMDGF Event Page.
News Releases
Game Commission to meet March 8
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New Mexico Outdoor Adventure Show 2024
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Game Commission Meeting Postponed
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Game Commission to meet January 12 – Postponed
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Game Commission to meet October 27
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Off-Highway Vehicle Law Enforcement Overtime Grant Awards Announced
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See also main menus or NMDGF News Archive.
Publications
View publications page Rules & Information booklets, New Mexico Wildlife magazine, & more.
Buy a License Online
Click 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 Online
Mandatory 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 Thief
Click here to file a report of a wildlife law violation on our secure and anonymous reporting system.
Learn more about: EPLUS
Participate in EPLUS: Elk Private Lands Use System with information, applications and forms.
Off-Highway Vehicle Online
Select 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 Online
Try our interactive tool for plans, programs and environmental reviews such as BISON-M, NM ERT, CHAT.