NMDGF News
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Game Commission to meet March 8
SANTA FE – The New Mexico State Game Commission will hold a meeting at 9 a.m., Friday, March 8, 2024, at the NMDGF Northwest Area Office, 7816 Alamo Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. The full agenda, location details, attendee information and general information will be available on the Department of Game and Fish website. If you are interested in participating and providing comments, but cannot attend the meeting in person, you are encouraged to pre-register to attend the meeting on the Zoom Webinar platform. For those who wish only to view the meeting, there will also be a live webcast on the Department’s website. If you are an individual with a disability who needs a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language interpreter or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the meeting, please contact Darren Vaughan at 505-476-8027 or darren.vaughan@dgf.nm.gov. Public documents, including the agenda and minutes, can [...]
Game Commission Meeting Postponed
SANTA FE – The State Game Commission has postponed the Commission meeting scheduled for Friday, Jan. 12, 2024 in Santa Fe, until Friday, March 8, 2024. An agenda, location details, attendee information and general information will be available on the Department of Game and Fish website prior to the rescheduled meeting.
Game Commission to meet January 12 – Postponed
SANTA FE – The New Mexico State Game Commission will hold a meeting at 9 a.m., Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, at the Santa Fe Community Convention Center, 201 W. Marcy Street; Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501. The full agenda, location details, attendee information and general information will be available on the Department of Game and Fish website. If you are interested in participating and providing comments, but cannot attend the meeting in person, you are encouraged to pre-register to attend the meeting on the Zoom Webinar platform. For those who wish only to view the meeting, there will also be a live webcast on the Department’s website. If you are an individual with a disability who needs a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language interpreter or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the meeting, please contact Darren Vaughan at 505-476-8027 or darren.vaughan@dgf.nm.gov. Public documents, including the agenda and minutes, can [...]
Game Commission to meet October 27
SANTA FE – The New Mexico State Game Commission will hold a meeting at 9 a.m., Friday, Oct. 27, 2023, at the Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington Street; Farmington, New Mexico 87401. The full agenda, location details, attendee information and general information will be available on the Department of Game and Fish website. If you are interested in participating and providing comments, but cannot attend the meeting in person, you are encouraged to pre-register to attend the meeting on the Zoom Webinar platform. For those who wish only to view the meeting, there will also be a live webcast on the Department’s website. If you are an individual with a disability who needs a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language interpreter or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the meeting, please contact Darren Vaughan at 505-476-8027 or darren.vaughan@dgf.nm.gov. Public documents, including the agenda and minutes, can be provided in [...]
News Releases for 2022
Monastery Lake closed to fishing due to unsafe ice conditions
Darren Vaughan2023-01-06T11:24:11-07:00Dec 28th, 2022|Comments Off on Monastery Lake closed to fishing due to unsafe ice conditions
Game Commission to meet Oct. 14
Darren Vaughan2022-10-06T15:44:32-06:00Oct 6th, 2022|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Oct. 14
Public Meeting: Habitat Stamp Program Citizen Advisory Committee to meet Sept. 27
Darren Vaughan2022-09-21T10:58:10-06:00Sep 21st, 2022|Comments Off on Public Meeting: Habitat Stamp Program Citizen Advisory Committee to meet Sept. 27
Tres Piedras Shooting Range will close for one-day cleanup on Sept. 21
Darren Vaughan2022-09-21T10:46:45-06:00Sep 21st, 2022|Comments Off on Tres Piedras Shooting Range will close for one-day cleanup on Sept. 21
State Supreme Court upholds $74,000 restitution owed in poaching case
Darren Vaughan2022-09-21T10:58:58-06:00Sep 21st, 2022|Comments Off on State Supreme Court upholds $74,000 restitution owed in poaching case
NMDGF conservation officers continue search for missing tiger
Darren Vaughan2022-09-21T10:59:27-06:00Sep 21st, 2022|Comments Off on NMDGF conservation officers continue search for missing tiger
Game Commission to meet Aug. 20
NM Game & Fish2022-08-12T14:04:11-06:00Aug 12th, 2022|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Aug. 20
Game Commission to meet Aug. 19
NM Game & Fish2022-08-12T13:44:08-06:00Aug 12th, 2022|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Aug. 19
State agencies join forces to make New Mexico’s roads safer
NM Game & Fish2022-08-09T13:03:26-06:00Aug 9th, 2022|Comments Off on State agencies join forces to make New Mexico’s roads safer
Cutthroat Trout Restoration Projects Continue
NM Game & Fish2022-08-03T08:42:56-06:00Aug 3rd, 2022|Comments Off on Cutthroat Trout Restoration Projects Continue
Governor’s Special Hunt Auction returns online for 2022
NM Game & Fish2022-07-20T09:43:50-06:00Jul 20th, 2022|Comments Off on Governor’s Special Hunt Auction returns online for 2022
Game Commission to meet July 22
NM Game & Fish2022-07-18T12:45:03-06:00Jul 18th, 2022|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet July 22
Partners Sign Letter of Intent to Forward Collaborative Binational Approach to Mexican Wolf Recovery
NM Game & Fish2022-07-13T15:22:12-06:00Jul 13th, 2022|Comments Off on Partners Sign Letter of Intent to Forward Collaborative Binational Approach to Mexican Wolf Recovery
Apply now for sandhill crane and pheasant draw permits
NM Game & Fish2022-07-12T09:26:16-06:00Jul 12th, 2022|Comments Off on Apply now for sandhill crane and pheasant draw permits
Encouragement elk license sale begins July 13
NM Game & Fish2022-07-11T11:39:14-06:00Jul 11th, 2022|Comments Off on Encouragement elk license sale begins July 13
Native Fish Restoration Planned for Middle Ponil Creek
NM Game & Fish2022-07-08T15:53:59-06:00Jul 8th, 2022|Comments Off on Native Fish Restoration Planned for Middle Ponil Creek
Agencies and volunteers gather over 750 pounds of trash near Mesilla Dam
NM Game & Fish2022-06-22T17:09:41-06:00Jun 22nd, 2022|Comments Off on Agencies and volunteers gather over 750 pounds of trash near Mesilla Dam
Leftover draw licenses go on sale June 29
NM Game & Fish2022-06-15T16:34:16-06:00Jun 15th, 2022|Comments Off on Leftover draw licenses go on sale June 29
Public reminded to leave young wildlife alone
NM Game & Fish2022-06-15T09:32:15-06:00Jun 15th, 2022|Comments Off on Public reminded to leave young wildlife alone
Special oryx hunts available for injured service members
NM Game & Fish2022-06-14T10:03:46-06:00Jun 14th, 2022|Comments Off on Special oryx hunts available for injured service members
Drought conditions increase chance of encountering bears
NM Game & Fish2022-06-13T15:22:51-06:00Jun 13th, 2022|Comments Off on Drought conditions increase chance of encountering bears
Game Commission to meet June 17
NM Game & Fish2022-06-09T16:49:18-06:00Jun 9th, 2022|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet June 17
Free Fishing Day is Saturday, June 4
NM Game & Fish2022-06-07T14:42:33-06:00May 31st, 2022|Comments Off on Free Fishing Day is Saturday, June 4
Game Commission to meet June 3
NM Game & Fish2022-06-02T11:24:21-06:00May 20th, 2022|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet June 3
New Mexicans encouraged to give space to wildlife affected by New Mexico fires
NM Game & Fish2022-05-12T09:11:57-06:00May 12th, 2022|Comments Off on New Mexicans encouraged to give space to wildlife affected by New Mexico fires
Monastery Lake will remain closed due to extreme fire danger
NM Game & Fish2022-05-09T09:17:19-06:00May 6th, 2022|Comments Off on Monastery Lake will remain closed due to extreme fire danger
Game Commission to meet May 9
NM Game & Fish2022-05-03T13:19:59-06:00May 3rd, 2022|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet May 9
Monastery Lake to be closed Tuesday, May 3 through Friday, May 6
NM Game & Fish2022-04-29T12:03:23-06:00Apr 29th, 2022|Comments Off on Monastery Lake to be closed Tuesday, May 3 through Friday, May 6
Deer, elk and exotics hunting rules topic of public meetings
NM Game & Fish2022-04-26T15:02:48-06:00Apr 26th, 2022|Comments Off on Deer, elk and exotics hunting rules topic of public meetings
Fire restrictions implemented statewide; Game and Fish patrolling Commission properties
NM Game & Fish2022-04-22T16:07:28-06:00Apr 22nd, 2022|Comments Off on Fire restrictions implemented statewide; Game and Fish patrolling Commission properties
Expect checkpoints statewide during hunting and fishing seasons
NM Game & Fish2022-04-15T11:41:30-06:00Apr 15th, 2022|Comments Off on Expect checkpoints statewide during hunting and fishing seasons
Turkey rule and delisting topic of public meeting
NM Game & Fish2022-04-12T16:50:30-06:00Apr 12th, 2022|Comments Off on Turkey rule and delisting topic of public meeting
Game Commission to meet April 11
NM Game & Fish2022-04-01T09:15:08-06:00Apr 1st, 2022|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet April 11
Eagle Nest Lake Fisheries Informational Meeting
NM Game & Fish2022-03-31T10:04:51-06:00Mar 31st, 2022|Comments Off on Eagle Nest Lake Fisheries Informational Meeting
New Mexico Trapping Statute Goes into Effect April 1
NM Game & Fish2022-03-30T16:56:49-06:00Mar 30th, 2022|Comments Off on New Mexico Trapping Statute Goes into Effect April 1
Wild population of Mexican wolves continues to experience growth with a minimum of 196 wolves recorded
NM Game & Fish2022-03-30T17:02:49-06:00Mar 30th, 2022|Comments Off on Wild population of Mexican wolves continues to experience growth with a minimum of 196 wolves recorded
Monastery Lake reopens for fishing just in time for spring
NM Game & Fish2022-03-21T16:52:02-06:00Mar 21st, 2022|Comments Off on Monastery Lake reopens for fishing just in time for spring
Game Commission Acts Swiftly Following Supreme Court Ruling
NM Game & Fish2022-03-14T13:25:02-06:00Mar 14th, 2022|Comments Off on Game Commission Acts Swiftly Following Supreme Court Ruling
Statewide Fisheries Management Plan topic of public meetings
NM Game & Fish2022-03-09T14:51:06-07:00Mar 9th, 2022|Comments Off on Statewide Fisheries Management Plan topic of public meetings
Public Meeting: Habitat Stamp Program Citizen Advisory Committee to meet
NM Game & Fish2022-03-09T09:45:28-07:00Mar 9th, 2022|Comments Off on Public Meeting: Habitat Stamp Program Citizen Advisory Committee to meet
Migratory game bird rule topic of public meeting
NM Game & Fish2022-02-24T16:29:06-07:00Feb 24th, 2022|Comments Off on Migratory game bird rule topic of public meeting
Applications Now Available for 2022-2023 Off-Highway Vehicle Grants
NM Game & Fish2022-02-21T10:41:45-07:00Feb 21st, 2022|Comments Off on Applications Now Available for 2022-2023 Off-Highway Vehicle Grants
Game Commission to meet March 4
NM Game & Fish2022-02-18T16:39:20-07:00Feb 18th, 2022|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet March 4
Game Commission to meet March 1
NM Game & Fish2022-02-18T16:35:51-07:00Feb 18th, 2022|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet March 1
Bighorn, javelina and pronghorn hunting rules topic of public meetings
NM Game & Fish2022-02-09T09:16:40-07:00Feb 9th, 2022|Comments Off on Bighorn, javelina and pronghorn hunting rules topic of public meetings
Monastery Lake closed to fishing due to unsafe ice conditions
NM Game & Fish2022-02-04T17:19:57-07:00Feb 4th, 2022|Comments Off on Monastery Lake closed to fishing due to unsafe ice conditions
Game Commission Meeting Cancelled
NM Game & Fish2022-01-13T16:53:04-07:00Jan 13th, 2022|Comments Off on Game Commission Meeting Cancelled
Wildlife Corridors Action Plan: Request for statewide public input
NM Game & Fish2022-01-13T11:15:50-07:00Jan 13th, 2022|Comments Off on Wildlife Corridors Action Plan: Request for statewide public input
Game Commission to meet January 14
NM Game & Fish2022-01-13T08:15:05-07:00Jan 13th, 2022|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet January 14
News Releases for 2021
Public meetings to discuss potential stocking of hybrid striped bass into Caballo Reservoir
NM Game & Fish2021-11-30T15:02:38-07:00Nov 30th, 2021|Comments Off on Public meetings to discuss potential stocking of hybrid striped bass into Caballo Reservoir
New Mexico Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Advisory Board Meeting
NM Game & Fish2021-11-19T14:13:51-07:00Nov 19th, 2021|Comments Off on New Mexico Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Advisory Board Meeting
Public meetings to discuss proposed changes to the Revocations Rule
NM Game & Fish2021-11-19T11:51:33-07:00Nov 19th, 2021|Comments Off on Public meetings to discuss proposed changes to the Revocations Rule
Public Meeting: Habitat Stamp Program Citizen Advisory Committee to Discuss Fish Projects
NM Game & Fish2021-11-29T08:57:31-07:00Nov 18th, 2021|Comments Off on Public Meeting: Habitat Stamp Program Citizen Advisory Committee to Discuss Fish Projects
Game Commission to meet November 15
NM Game & Fish2021-11-10T15:39:14-07:00Nov 10th, 2021|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet November 15
Public Comments Sought on Potential Delisting of Gould’s Wild Turkey
NM Game & Fish2021-11-04T15:15:57-06:00Nov 4th, 2021|Comments Off on Public Comments Sought on Potential Delisting of Gould’s Wild Turkey
State Game Commission and Department of Game and Fish honor the late David Soules
NM Game & Fish2021-10-22T13:09:57-06:00Oct 22nd, 2021|Comments Off on State Game Commission and Department of Game and Fish honor the late David Soules
Department of Game and Fish announces support for Recovering America’s Wildlife Act
NM Game & Fish2021-11-04T15:14:39-06:00Oct 20th, 2021|Comments Off on Department of Game and Fish announces support for Recovering America’s Wildlife Act
Game Commission to meet October 22
NM Game & Fish2021-10-20T08:45:36-06:00Oct 20th, 2021|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet October 22
Department of Game and Fish purchases new property in southeast New Mexico
NM Game & Fish2021-10-12T12:21:43-06:00Sep 28th, 2021|Comments Off on Department of Game and Fish purchases new property in southeast New Mexico
Governor declares Saturday, Sept. 25, National Hunting and Fishing Day in New Mexico
NM Game & Fish2021-09-24T15:27:32-06:00Sep 24th, 2021|Comments Off on Governor declares Saturday, Sept. 25, National Hunting and Fishing Day in New Mexico
Special Game Commission meeting to be held virtually Oct. 1
NM Game & Fish2021-09-24T12:49:46-06:00Sep 24th, 2021|Comments Off on Special Game Commission meeting to be held virtually Oct. 1
Public Meeting: Habitat Stamp Program Citizen Advisory Committee to Discuss Maintenance Projects
NM Game & Fish2021-08-26T13:45:29-06:00Aug 26th, 2021|Comments Off on Public Meeting: Habitat Stamp Program Citizen Advisory Committee to Discuss Maintenance Projects
Game Commission to meet August 12
NM Game & Fish2021-08-10T16:21:04-06:00Aug 9th, 2021|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet August 12
Public Meeting: Habitat Stamp Program Citizen Advisory Committee to Discuss Maintenance Projects
NM Game & Fish2021-07-19T10:03:42-06:00Jul 19th, 2021|Comments Off on Public Meeting: Habitat Stamp Program Citizen Advisory Committee to Discuss Maintenance Projects
Upland Game rule changes topic of public meeting
NM Game & Fish2021-07-16T09:43:19-06:00Jul 16th, 2021|Comments Off on Upland Game rule changes topic of public meeting
Apply now for sandhill crane and pheasant draw permits
NM Game & Fish2021-07-14T08:35:08-06:00Jul 14th, 2021|Comments Off on Apply now for sandhill crane and pheasant draw permits
Comment period for Landowner Certification of Non-Navigable Water Extended
NM Game & Fish2021-06-22T14:10:17-06:00Jun 22nd, 2021|Comments Off on Comment period for Landowner Certification of Non-Navigable Water Extended
Department continues black bear population estimate survey in the Gila National Forest
NM Game & Fish2021-06-14T15:38:35-06:00Jun 14th, 2021|Comments Off on Department continues black bear population estimate survey in the Gila National Forest
Public Meeting: Habitat Stamp Program Citizen Advisory Committee to Discuss Maintenance Projects
NM Game & Fish2021-06-08T12:55:41-06:00Jun 8th, 2021|Comments Off on Public Meeting: Habitat Stamp Program Citizen Advisory Committee to Discuss Maintenance Projects
Public reminded to leave young wildlife alone
NM Game & Fish2021-06-04T10:26:28-06:00Jun 4th, 2021|Comments Off on Public reminded to leave young wildlife alone
Free Fishing Day is Saturday, June 5
NM Game & Fish2021-06-03T17:12:40-06:00Jun 3rd, 2021|Comments Off on Free Fishing Day is Saturday, June 5
Game Commission to meet June 18
NM Game & Fish2021-05-24T19:36:38-06:00May 24th, 2021|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet June 18
New Mexico Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Advisory Board Meeting
NM Game & Fish2021-05-13T10:07:38-06:00May 13th, 2021|Comments Off on New Mexico Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Advisory Board Meeting
Public Meeting: Habitat Stamp Program Citizen Advisory Committee to Prioritize Projects for 2021-2022
NM Game & Fish2021-05-12T15:00:25-06:00May 12th, 2021|Comments Off on Public Meeting: Habitat Stamp Program Citizen Advisory Committee to Prioritize Projects for 2021-2022
Fisheries rule changes topic of public meetings
NM Game & Fish2021-05-20T08:19:46-06:00Apr 26th, 2021|Comments Off on Fisheries rule changes topic of public meetings
Migratory Game Bird rule changes topic of public meetings
NM Game & Fish2021-04-12T13:49:36-06:00Apr 12th, 2021|Comments Off on Migratory Game Bird rule changes topic of public meetings
Public Meetings to Present 2021-2022 Proposed Projects for the Habitat Stamp Program
NM Game & Fish2021-04-09T16:01:30-06:00Apr 9th, 2021|Comments Off on Public Meetings to Present 2021-2022 Proposed Projects for the Habitat Stamp Program
Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting and fishing seasons
NM Game & Fish2021-04-01T16:12:18-06:00Apr 1st, 2021|Comments Off on Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting and fishing seasons
Game Commission to meet virtually April 7
NM Game & Fish2021-03-31T16:56:16-06:00Mar 31st, 2021|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet virtually April 7
Department Announces Sudden Passing of Commissioner David Soules
NM Game & Fish2021-03-30T09:25:03-06:00Mar 30th, 2021|Comments Off on Department Announces Sudden Passing of Commissioner David Soules
Department recruiting Conservation Officers
NM Game & Fish2021-03-18T15:33:18-06:00Mar 18th, 2021|Comments Off on Department recruiting Conservation Officers
Special Game Commission meeting to be held virtually March 22
NM Game & Fish2021-03-17T09:07:56-06:00Mar 17th, 2021|Comments Off on Special Game Commission meeting to be held virtually March 22
Invasive mussel found in aquarium plants in New Mexico
NM Game & Fish2021-03-12T14:24:27-07:00Mar 12th, 2021|Comments Off on Invasive mussel found in aquarium plants in New Mexico
Wild Population of Mexican Wolves Grows for Fifth Consecutive Year
NM Game & Fish2021-03-18T15:25:50-06:00Mar 12th, 2021|Comments Off on Wild Population of Mexican Wolves Grows for Fifth Consecutive Year
Remember to be aware of wild animals along the Bosque
NM Game & Fish2021-03-18T15:26:45-06:00Feb 25th, 2021|Comments Off on Remember to be aware of wild animals along the Bosque
State Game Commission expands agreement with State Land Office
NM Game & Fish2021-01-27T09:12:09-07:00Jan 27th, 2021|Comments Off on State Game Commission expands agreement with State Land Office
Game Commission to meet virtually Jan. 15
NM Game & Fish2021-03-18T15:28:50-06:00Jan 9th, 2021|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet virtually Jan. 15
News Releases for 2020
At Least Seven Mexican Wolf Pups Successfully Cross-Fostered into Wild Packs
NM Game & Fish2020-12-17T14:07:09-07:00Dec 17th, 2020|Comments Off on At Least Seven Mexican Wolf Pups Successfully Cross-Fostered into Wild Packs
Starvation, unexpected weather to blame in mass migratory songbird mortality
NM Game & Fish2020-12-08T08:42:11-07:00Dec 4th, 2020|Comments Off on Starvation, unexpected weather to blame in mass migratory songbird mortality
Call for applicants: Citizen advisors needed for Habitat Stamp Program
NM Game & Fish2020-12-01T16:08:17-07:00Dec 1st, 2020|Comments Off on Call for applicants: Citizen advisors needed for Habitat Stamp Program
Applications Now Available for 2021-2022 Off-Highway Vehicle Grants
NM Game & Fish2020-12-01T15:52:22-07:00Dec 1st, 2020|Comments Off on Applications Now Available for 2021-2022 Off-Highway Vehicle Grants
New Mexico Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Advisory Board Meeting
NM Game & Fish2020-11-25T16:23:34-07:00Nov 25th, 2020|Comments Off on New Mexico Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Advisory Board Meeting
Game Commission to meet virtually Dec. 3
NM Game & Fish2020-11-25T11:00:09-07:00Nov 25th, 2020|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet virtually Dec. 3
Department of Game and Fish reminds customers to call or go online for services
NM Game & Fish2020-11-18T11:46:55-07:00Nov 18th, 2020|Comments Off on Department of Game and Fish reminds customers to call or go online for services
Department of Game and Fish requests flat budget
NM Game & Fish2020-11-16T16:16:10-07:00Nov 16th, 2020|Comments Off on Department of Game and Fish requests flat budget
Public Meeting to Gather Public Comment on Proposed Revisions to the Habitat Stamp Program
NM Game & Fish2020-11-02T14:50:07-07:00Nov 2nd, 2020|Comments Off on Public Meeting to Gather Public Comment on Proposed Revisions to the Habitat Stamp Program
Public Meeting to Gather Public Comment on Proposed Revisions to the Habitat Stamp Program
NM Game & Fish2020-10-27T10:23:33-06:00Oct 27th, 2020|Comments Off on Public Meeting to Gather Public Comment on Proposed Revisions to the Habitat Stamp Program
Game Commission to meet virtually Oct. 16
NM Game & Fish2020-10-06T16:13:12-06:00Oct 6th, 2020|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet virtually Oct. 16
New Mexico Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Advisory Board Meeting
NM Game & Fish2020-09-29T15:32:23-06:00Sep 29th, 2020|Comments Off on New Mexico Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Advisory Board Meeting
Department biologists investigate avian mortality in New Mexico
NM Game & Fish2020-09-18T11:07:20-06:00Sep 17th, 2020|Comments Off on Department biologists investigate avian mortality in New Mexico
Special Game Commission meeting to be held virtually Sept. 11
NM Game & Fish2020-09-03T14:43:47-06:00Sep 3rd, 2020|Comments Off on Special Game Commission meeting to be held virtually Sept. 11
Public Meeting on Proposed Changes to the Hunter Education Rule
NM Game & Fish2020-09-03T09:16:39-06:00Sep 3rd, 2020|Comments Off on Public Meeting on Proposed Changes to the Hunter Education Rule
Public Meetings on Proposed Changes to the Importation Rule
NM Game & Fish2020-09-02T17:05:58-06:00Sep 2nd, 2020|Comments Off on Public Meetings on Proposed Changes to the Importation Rule
Public Meetings on Proposed Revisions to the Habitat Stamp Program
NM Game & Fish2020-08-28T14:16:23-06:00Aug 28th, 2020|Comments Off on Public Meetings on Proposed Revisions to the Habitat Stamp Program
Game Commission to meet virtually Aug. 13
NM Game & Fish2020-08-05T15:46:35-06:00Aug 5th, 2020|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet virtually Aug. 13
Los Alamos woman attacked by bear
NM Game & Fish2020-07-20T09:14:04-06:00Jul 20th, 2020|Comments Off on Los Alamos woman attacked by bear
Apply now for sandhill crane and pheasant draw permits
NM Game & Fish2020-07-13T15:53:49-06:00Jul 13th, 2020|Comments Off on Apply now for sandhill crane and pheasant draw permits
Department cautions homeowners be aware of increased bear activity in the foothills around Santa Fe
NM Game & Fish2020-07-13T08:50:21-06:00Jul 13th, 2020|Comments Off on Department cautions homeowners be aware of increased bear activity in the foothills around Santa Fe
Wildlife crimes net $74,000 in restitution
NM Game & Fish2020-07-08T09:49:00-06:00Jul 8th, 2020|Comments Off on Wildlife crimes net $74,000 in restitution
Encouragement elk license sale begins July 8
NM Game & Fish2020-06-24T15:13:48-06:00Jun 24th, 2020|Comments Off on Encouragement elk license sale begins July 8
Game Commission to meet virtually June 25
NM Game & Fish2020-06-17T15:17:11-06:00Jun 17th, 2020|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet virtually June 25
Department expands black bear population estimate survey into the Gila National Forest
NM Game & Fish2020-06-12T09:20:28-06:00Jun 12th, 2020|Comments Off on Department expands black bear population estimate survey into the Gila National Forest
Game and Fish relocate sow and three cubs
NM Game & Fish2020-06-10T16:50:53-06:00Jun 10th, 2020|Comments Off on Game and Fish relocate sow and three cubs
Special oryx hunts available for injured service members
NM Game & Fish2020-06-09T10:18:42-06:00Jun 9th, 2020|Comments Off on Special oryx hunts available for injured service members
Leftover draw licenses go on sale June 24
NM Game & Fish2020-06-04T14:30:04-06:00Jun 4th, 2020|Comments Off on Leftover draw licenses go on sale June 24
Mexican wolf population gets genetic boost with a record 20 captive-born pups cross-fostered into wild packs
NM Game & Fish2020-05-29T08:40:31-06:00May 29th, 2020|Comments Off on Mexican wolf population gets genetic boost with a record 20 captive-born pups cross-fostered into wild packs
Citizen Advisory Committees to meet virtually to recommend Habitat Stamp projects
NM Game & Fish2020-05-06T15:40:10-06:00May 6th, 2020|Comments Off on Citizen Advisory Committees to meet virtually to recommend Habitat Stamp projects
Game Commission to meet virtually April 30
NM Game & Fish2020-04-24T13:12:02-06:00Apr 24th, 2020|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet virtually April 30
Special Game Commission meeting to be held virtually April 20
NM Game & Fish2020-04-17T09:44:15-06:00Apr 17th, 2020|Comments Off on Special Game Commission meeting to be held virtually April 20
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Cause for Rabbit Mortality
NM Game & Fish2020-04-07T11:05:15-06:00Apr 7th, 2020|Comments Off on Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Cause for Rabbit Mortality
Department closes additional properties
NM Game & Fish2020-04-07T08:04:33-06:00Apr 6th, 2020|Comments Off on Department closes additional properties
For public safety, Department closes Monastery Lake and Seven Springs Brood Pond
NM Game & Fish2020-04-06T08:03:01-06:00Apr 5th, 2020|Comments Off on For public safety, Department closes Monastery Lake and Seven Springs Brood Pond
Project proposals sought for Share with Wildlife funding
NM Game & Fish2020-03-27T09:16:40-06:00Mar 27th, 2020|Comments Off on Project proposals sought for Share with Wildlife funding
Hunt season closure social media posts are hoax
NM Game & Fish2020-03-27T08:17:35-06:00Mar 27th, 2020|Comments Off on Hunt season closure social media posts are hoax
Migratory Game Bird rule changes topic of public meetings
NM Game & Fish2020-03-27T08:05:45-06:00Mar 26th, 2020|Comments Off on Migratory Game Bird rule changes topic of public meetings
Courts Order Department To Release Customer Names, Email, Addresses Today
NM Game & Fish2020-03-19T15:33:17-06:00Mar 19th, 2020|Comments Off on Courts Order Department To Release Customer Names, Email, Addresses Today
Services available for NM’s hunters, anglers and outdoor recreationalists
NM Game & Fish2020-03-31T15:01:49-06:00Mar 18th, 2020|Comments Off on Services available for NM’s hunters, anglers and outdoor recreationalists
Hunters urged to complete draw applications online or by phone to protect public health
NM Game & Fish2020-03-17T14:52:35-06:00Mar 17th, 2020|Comments Off on Hunters urged to complete draw applications online or by phone to protect public health
Big Game deadline approaching and events across the state are postponed to protect public health
NM Game & Fish2020-03-13T08:49:49-06:00Mar 13th, 2020|Comments Off on Big Game deadline approaching and events across the state are postponed to protect public health
Game Commission to meet March 4 in Albuquerque
NM Game & Fish2020-03-02T16:21:24-07:00Mar 2nd, 2020|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet March 4 in Albuquerque
Bill Evans Lake WMA temporary road closure
NM Game & Fish2020-02-05T14:42:01-07:00Feb 5th, 2020|Comments Off on Bill Evans Lake WMA temporary road closure
State Game Commission welcomes newest member
NM Game & Fish2020-01-21T08:55:26-07:00Jan 17th, 2020|Comments Off on State Game Commission welcomes newest member
Game Commission to meet January 17 in Las Cruces
NM Game & Fish2020-01-07T07:53:21-07:00Jan 6th, 2020|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet January 17 in Las Cruces
Need a New Year’s Resolution? Take the Trout Challenge!
NM Game & Fish2020-01-02T07:38:08-07:00Jan 1st, 2020|Comments Off on Need a New Year’s Resolution? Take the Trout Challenge!
Monastery Lake closed to fishing due to unsafe ice conditions
NM Game & Fish2019-12-31T16:38:54-07:00Dec 31st, 2019|Comments Off on Monastery Lake closed to fishing due to unsafe ice conditions
Eagle Nest Lake State Park Open to Ice Fishing
NM Game & Fish2019-12-31T14:04:35-07:00Dec 31st, 2019|Comments Off on Eagle Nest Lake State Park Open to Ice Fishing
Game Commission to meet November 21 in Roswell
NM Game & Fish2019-11-07T15:57:05-07:00Nov 7th, 2019|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet November 21 in Roswell
Game Commission to meet October 25 in Farmington
NM Game & Fish2019-10-16T15:06:46-06:00Oct 15th, 2019|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet October 25 in Farmington
Furbearer rule changes topic of public meetings
NM Game & Fish2019-10-01T15:10:06-06:00Oct 1st, 2019|Comments Off on Furbearer rule changes topic of public meetings
Share with Wildlife projects selected for 2020
NM Game & Fish2019-10-28T11:48:37-06:00Sep 27th, 2019|Comments Off on Share with Wildlife projects selected for 2020
Fish for free in New Mexico on National Hunting and Fishing Day Saturday, Sept. 28
NM Game & Fish2019-09-25T15:10:01-06:00Sep 25th, 2019|Comments Off on Fish for free in New Mexico on National Hunting and Fishing Day Saturday, Sept. 28
Native fish restoration activity planned for Whitewater Creek
NM Game & Fish2019-09-13T09:14:04-06:00Sep 13th, 2019|Comments Off on Native fish restoration activity planned for Whitewater Creek
Game Commission to meet September 18 in Cloudcroft
NM Game & Fish2019-09-10T11:38:02-06:00Sep 10th, 2019|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet September 18 in Cloudcroft
Department now accepting applications for conservation officers
NM Game & Fish2019-09-09T09:04:51-06:00Sep 9th, 2019|Comments Off on Department now accepting applications for conservation officers
CAPTURED!
NM Game & Fish2019-09-05T13:47:49-06:00Sep 5th, 2019|Comments Off on CAPTURED!
Hunter attacked by bear near Cliff
NM Game & Fish2019-08-30T13:36:09-06:00Aug 30th, 2019|Comments Off on Hunter attacked by bear near Cliff
Deadline to apply for sandhill crane and pheasant hunts is fast approaching
NM Game & Fish2019-08-19T16:38:08-06:00Aug 19th, 2019|Comments Off on Deadline to apply for sandhill crane and pheasant hunts is fast approaching
Game Commission to meet August 22 in Santa Fe
NM Game & Fish2019-09-10T11:37:52-06:00Aug 9th, 2019|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet August 22 in Santa Fe
Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting seasons
NM Game & Fish2019-08-08T09:26:36-06:00Aug 8th, 2019|Comments Off on Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting seasons
Public comment sought on draft Environmental Assessment for construction of a shooting range in Clovis
NM Game & Fish2019-07-31T15:30:36-06:00Jul 31st, 2019|Comments Off on Public comment sought on draft Environmental Assessment for construction of a shooting range in Clovis
Bear and cougar rule changes topic of public meetings
NM Game & Fish2019-07-26T15:29:05-06:00Jul 26th, 2019|Comments Off on Bear and cougar rule changes topic of public meetings
Apply now for special sandhill crane and pheasant hunts
NM Game & Fish2019-07-26T15:28:14-06:00Jul 18th, 2019|Comments Off on Apply now for special sandhill crane and pheasant hunts
Game Commission to meet July 24 in Socorro
NM Game & Fish2019-07-16T09:59:35-06:00Jul 16th, 2019|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet July 24 in Socorro
Encouragement elk hunting licenses go on sale July 10
NM Game & Fish2019-06-27T16:53:23-06:00Jun 27th, 2019|Comments Off on Encouragement elk hunting licenses go on sale July 10
New conservation officers graduate from Law Enforcement Academy
NM Game & Fish2019-08-30T13:36:50-06:00Jun 20th, 2019|Comments Off on New conservation officers graduate from Law Enforcement Academy
Leftover licenses go on sale June 26
NM Game & Fish2019-06-07T10:32:27-06:00Jun 6th, 2019|Comments Off on Leftover licenses go on sale June 26
Monastery Lake to be closed Thursday, June 6 through Sunday, June 9
NM Game & Fish2019-06-06T09:02:53-06:00Jun 6th, 2019|Comments Off on Monastery Lake to be closed Thursday, June 6 through Sunday, June 9
Game Commission to meet June 14 in Albuquerque
NM Game & Fish2019-06-04T14:27:01-06:00Jun 4th, 2019|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet June 14 in Albuquerque
AIMS@UNM hits the mark at national tournament
NM Game & Fish2019-05-07T09:08:38-06:00May 7th, 2019|Comments Off on AIMS@UNM hits the mark at national tournament
Big-game draw results now available
NM Game & Fish2020-04-30T08:02:10-06:00Apr 17th, 2019|Comments Off on Big-game draw results now available
Migratory Game Bird rule changes topic of public meetings
NM Game & Fish2019-04-02T14:04:41-06:00Apr 2nd, 2019|Comments Off on Migratory Game Bird rule changes topic of public meetings
Project proposals sought for Share with Wildlife funding
NM Game & Fish2019-04-02T09:46:13-06:00Apr 2nd, 2019|Comments Off on Project proposals sought for Share with Wildlife funding
Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting and fishing seasons
NM Game & Fish2019-03-29T10:25:22-06:00Mar 29th, 2019|Comments Off on Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting and fishing seasons
2019-2020 fishing and hunting fishing licenses on sale now
NM Game & Fish2019-03-26T13:27:59-06:00Mar 26th, 2019|Comments Off on 2019-2020 fishing and hunting fishing licenses on sale now
Donate part of your state tax refund to help wildlife
NM Game & Fish2019-03-18T13:52:10-06:00Mar 18th, 2019|Comments Off on Donate part of your state tax refund to help wildlife
Deadline is Wednesday to apply for big-game hunting licenses
NM Game & Fish2019-03-15T15:53:09-06:00Mar 15th, 2019|Comments Off on Deadline is Wednesday to apply for big-game hunting licenses
Citizen Advisory Committees to meet to recommend Habitat Stamp projects
NM Game & Fish2019-03-15T13:36:12-06:00Mar 15th, 2019|Comments Off on Citizen Advisory Committees to meet to recommend Habitat Stamp projects
Second Case of Rabies Confirmed in a Fox in San Miguel County
NM Game & Fish2019-03-07T11:44:43-07:00Mar 7th, 2019|Comments Off on Second Case of Rabies Confirmed in a Fox in San Miguel County
Gallup conservation officer named Officer of the Year by Shikar-Safari Club
NM Game & Fish2019-03-05T13:48:47-07:00Mar 5th, 2019|Comments Off on Gallup conservation officer named Officer of the Year by Shikar-Safari Club
Department seeking next generation of conservation officers
NM Game & Fish2019-03-01T11:50:16-07:00Mar 1st, 2019|Comments Off on Department seeking next generation of conservation officers
Off-Highway Vehicle grant applications now available
NM Game & Fish2019-02-14T10:19:43-07:00Feb 14th, 2019|Comments Off on Off-Highway Vehicle grant applications now available
Charges issued in illegal trapping case
NM Game & Fish2019-02-13T13:09:21-07:00Feb 13th, 2019|Comments Off on Charges issued in illegal trapping case
Hunters: Don’t forget to file your mandatory harvest report
NM Game & Fish2019-02-13T09:13:05-07:00Feb 13th, 2019|Comments Off on Hunters: Don’t forget to file your mandatory harvest report
Outdoor Adventures Hunting and Fishing Show this weekend in Albuquerque
NM Game & Fish2019-02-12T09:50:25-07:00Feb 12th, 2019|Comments Off on Outdoor Adventures Hunting and Fishing Show this weekend in Albuquerque
Students, schools claim titles at National Archery in the Schools State Tournament
NM Game & Fish2019-02-11T14:12:36-07:00Feb 11th, 2019|Comments Off on Students, schools claim titles at National Archery in the Schools State Tournament
Deadline to apply for bear and turkey permits is Wednesday
NM Game & Fish2019-02-11T09:34:57-07:00Feb 11th, 2019|Comments Off on Deadline to apply for bear and turkey permits is Wednesday
Fox bites homeowner, tests positive for rabies
NM Game & Fish2019-01-30T08:50:01-07:00Jan 29th, 2019|Comments Off on Fox bites homeowner, tests positive for rabies
2019-2020 draw hunt application opens today
NM Game & Fish2019-01-16T16:21:13-07:00Jan 16th, 2019|Comments Off on 2019-2020 draw hunt application opens today
Game Commission to meet Jan. 10 Santa Fe
NM Game & Fish2019-01-07T13:08:10-07:00Jan 7th, 2019|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Jan. 10 Santa Fe
News Releases for 2018
New Mexico Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Advisory Board Meeting
NM Game & Fish2018-12-03T16:36:10-07:00Dec 3rd, 2018|Comments Off on New Mexico Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Advisory Board Meeting
Director to hear public comments on trapping rule
NM Game & Fish2018-11-16T09:24:47-07:00Nov 16th, 2018|Comments Off on Director to hear public comments on trapping rule
Game Commission to meet Nov. 30 in Roswell
NM Game & Fish2019-01-22T08:48:13-07:00Nov 15th, 2018|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Nov. 30 in Roswell
Game Commission to meet Nov. 8 in Albuquerque
NM Game & Fish2018-10-24T09:09:45-06:00Oct 24th, 2018|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Nov. 8 in Albuquerque
Late-season archery elk licenses available Oct. 31
NM Game & Fish2018-10-18T16:16:03-06:00Oct 18th, 2018|Comments Off on Late-season archery elk licenses available Oct. 31
Game and Fish investigates fish die off in Pecos River
NM Game & Fish2018-09-25T14:37:48-06:00Sep 25th, 2018|Comments Off on Game and Fish investigates fish die off in Pecos River
Native fish restoration activity planned for Whitewater Creek
NM Game & Fish2018-09-24T16:35:15-06:00Sep 24th, 2018|Comments Off on Native fish restoration activity planned for Whitewater Creek
Game Commission to meet Oct. 5 in Albuquerque
NM Game & Fish2018-09-24T09:08:05-06:00Sep 24th, 2018|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Oct. 5 in Albuquerque
Stocking Gila trout in Gwynn Tank is only one of many firsts for this species in Western New Mexico
NM Game & Fish2018-09-20T16:39:21-06:00Sep 20th, 2018|Comments Off on Stocking Gila trout in Gwynn Tank is only one of many firsts for this species in Western New Mexico
Fish for free in New Mexico on National Hunting and Fishing Day Saturday, Sept. 22
NM Game & Fish2018-09-20T11:26:18-06:00Sep 20th, 2018|Comments Off on Fish for free in New Mexico on National Hunting and Fishing Day Saturday, Sept. 22
Special hunter education camp offered at Washington Ranch near Carlsbad
NM Game & Fish2018-09-14T14:42:27-06:00Sep 14th, 2018|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Washington Ranch near Carlsbad
Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting seasons
NM Game & Fish2018-09-11T09:12:17-06:00Sep 11th, 2018|Comments Off on Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting seasons
Hunts open for many small game species
NM Game & Fish2018-09-05T15:43:48-06:00Sep 5th, 2018|Comments Off on Hunts open for many small game species
Translocation of desert bighorn sheep into Sacramento Mountains topic for public meeting
NM Game & Fish2018-09-04T15:31:53-06:00Sep 4th, 2018|Comments Off on Translocation of desert bighorn sheep into Sacramento Mountains topic for public meeting
Manner and method and revocation rule changes topic for public meetings
NM Game & Fish2018-08-24T15:07:12-06:00Aug 24th, 2018|Comments Off on Manner and method and revocation rule changes topic for public meetings
Department seeking next generation of conservation officers
NM Game & Fish2018-08-20T08:10:11-06:00Aug 17th, 2018|Comments Off on Department seeking next generation of conservation officers
Fox in Fort Sumner tests positive for rabies
NM Game & Fish2018-08-15T09:12:17-06:00Aug 15th, 2018|Comments Off on Fox in Fort Sumner tests positive for rabies
Game Commission to meet Aug. 23 in Gallup
NM Game & Fish2018-08-13T09:20:27-06:00Aug 13th, 2018|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Aug. 23 in Gallup
Game and Fish investigates fish die off at Quemado Lake
NM Game & Fish2018-08-10T13:34:53-06:00Aug 10th, 2018|Comments Off on Game and Fish investigates fish die off at Quemado Lake
Special hunter education camp offered at Philmont Scout Ranch near Cimarron
NM Game & Fish2018-08-10T09:08:38-06:00Aug 10th, 2018|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Philmont Scout Ranch near Cimarron
Two men sentenced for poaching mule deer
NM Game & Fish2018-08-07T09:20:14-06:00Aug 7th, 2018|Comments Off on Two men sentenced for poaching mule deer
Annual Fishing Derby sets record, teaches youth valuable fishing and shooting skills
NM Game & Fish2018-08-06T09:39:51-06:00Aug 6th, 2018|Comments Off on Annual Fishing Derby sets record, teaches youth valuable fishing and shooting skills
Raton man attacked by bear
NM Game & Fish2018-07-26T08:50:26-06:00Jul 26th, 2018|Comments Off on Raton man attacked by bear
Game Commission names Michael Sloane Department of Game and Fish Director
NM Game & Fish2018-07-24T13:49:53-06:00Jul 24th, 2018|Comments Off on Game Commission names Michael Sloane Department of Game and Fish Director
Feeding bears can create unsafe conditions for people and the bear
NM Game & Fish2018-07-24T09:16:20-06:00Jul 24th, 2018|Comments Off on Feeding bears can create unsafe conditions for people and the bear
Apply now for special Sandhill crane and pheasant hunts
NM Game & Fish2018-07-23T14:14:39-06:00Jul 23rd, 2018|Comments Off on Apply now for special Sandhill crane and pheasant hunts
Deer, elk and elk private lands use system changes topic of public meetings
NM Game & Fish2018-07-23T09:20:13-06:00Jul 23rd, 2018|Comments Off on Deer, elk and elk private lands use system changes topic of public meetings
Officers investigate bear attack in Cloudcroft
NM Game & Fish2018-07-20T14:15:11-06:00Jul 20th, 2018|Comments Off on Officers investigate bear attack in Cloudcroft
Game and Fish reopens properties and begins stocking fish again in the Santa Fe National Forest
NM Game & Fish2018-07-09T13:12:59-06:00Jul 9th, 2018|Comments Off on Game and Fish reopens properties and begins stocking fish again in the Santa Fe National Forest
Department of Game and Fish reminds public to leave young wildlife alone
NM Game & Fish2018-07-06T16:50:08-06:00Jul 6th, 2018|Comments Off on Department of Game and Fish reminds public to leave young wildlife alone
Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Wehinahpay near Sacramento
NM Game & Fish2018-07-06T09:53:48-06:00Jul 6th, 2018|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Wehinahpay near Sacramento
Native fish restoration activity planned for Whitewater Creek
NM Game & Fish2018-07-03T09:50:03-06:00Jul 3rd, 2018|Comments Off on Native fish restoration activity planned for Whitewater Creek
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish continues stocking waters with catchable fish
NM Game & Fish2018-06-28T09:04:25-06:00Jun 28th, 2018|Comments Off on New Mexico Department of Game and Fish continues stocking waters with catchable fish
Youth encouragement elk hunting licenses go on sale July 11
NM Game & Fish2018-06-27T13:19:14-06:00Jun 27th, 2018|Comments Off on Youth encouragement elk hunting licenses go on sale July 11
Game Commission properties that adjoin the Carson National Forest closed to access
NM Game & Fish2018-06-27T08:44:46-06:00Jun 27th, 2018|Comments Off on Game Commission properties that adjoin the Carson National Forest closed to access
Mesilla Valley Bosque Property Free to Public Starting June 25, 2018
NM Game & Fish2018-06-25T16:42:08-06:00Jun 25th, 2018|Comments Off on Mesilla Valley Bosque Property Free to Public Starting June 25, 2018
State Game Commission names candidates for next Game and Fish director
NM Game & Fish2018-06-22T11:33:39-06:00Jun 22nd, 2018|Comments Off on State Game Commission names candidates for next Game and Fish director
Public comment sought for Clayton shooting range Environmental Assessment
NM Game & Fish2018-06-21T10:26:59-06:00Jun 21st, 2018|Comments Off on Public comment sought for Clayton shooting range Environmental Assessment
Native fish restoration activity planned for Whitewater Creek
NM Game & Fish2018-06-12T14:49:40-06:00Jun 12th, 2018|Comments Off on Native fish restoration activity planned for Whitewater Creek
Leftover deer and javelina licenses go on sale June 27
NM Game & Fish2018-06-11T13:09:09-06:00Jun 11th, 2018|Comments Off on Leftover deer and javelina licenses go on sale June 27
Game Commission to meet June 21 in Raton
NM Game & Fish2018-06-11T09:13:31-06:00Jun 11th, 2018|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet June 21 in Raton
Fire restrictions, closures increasing statewide; Game and Fish patrolling Commission properties
NM Game & Fish2018-06-05T09:07:57-06:00Jun 5th, 2018|Comments Off on Fire restrictions, closures increasing statewide; Game and Fish patrolling Commission properties
Free Fishing Day is Saturday, June 2
NM Game & Fish2018-05-31T15:37:45-06:00May 31st, 2018|Comments Off on Free Fishing Day is Saturday, June 2
Game Commission properties that adjoin Santa Fe National Forest, including Pecos Canyon, closed to access
NM Game & Fish2018-05-31T11:50:48-06:00May 31st, 2018|Comments Off on Game Commission properties that adjoin Santa Fe National Forest, including Pecos Canyon, closed to access
Special oryx hunts available for injured servicemen
NM Game & Fish2018-05-31T09:49:21-06:00May 31st, 2018|Comments Off on Special oryx hunts available for injured servicemen
Department cautions campers be aware increased bear activity Jemez Mountains
NM Game & Fish2018-05-25T09:28:02-06:00May 25th, 2018|Comments Off on Department cautions campers be aware increased bear activity Jemez Mountains
Public reminded to leave young wildlife alone
NM Game & Fish2018-05-29T14:13:20-06:00May 21st, 2018|Comments Off on Public reminded to leave young wildlife alone
Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Tres Ritos near Mora
NM Game & Fish2018-05-18T09:04:15-06:00May 18th, 2018|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Tres Ritos near Mora
Department seeking next generation of conservation officers
NM Game & Fish2018-05-17T13:47:27-06:00May 17th, 2018|Comments Off on Department seeking next generation of conservation officers
Citizen Advisory Committees to meet to recommend Habitat Stamp projects
NM Game & Fish2018-05-14T09:38:57-06:00May 14th, 2018|Comments Off on Citizen Advisory Committees to meet to recommend Habitat Stamp projects
Game Commission to meet May 22 in Los Alamos
NM Game & Fish2018-05-11T09:19:38-06:00May 11th, 2018|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet May 22 in Los Alamos
Officers catch wandering bear in Rio Rancho today
NM Game & Fish2018-04-26T13:51:55-06:00Apr 26th, 2018|Comments Off on Officers catch wandering bear in Rio Rancho today
Barbary sheep, oryx, Persian ibex rule changes topic of public meetings
NM Game & Fish2018-04-25T11:23:04-06:00Apr 25th, 2018|Comments Off on Barbary sheep, oryx, Persian ibex rule changes topic of public meetings
Big-game draw results available today
NM Game & Fish2020-04-30T08:02:24-06:00Apr 18th, 2018|Comments Off on Big-game draw results available today
Game Commission properties in Pecos Canyon under fire restrictions; department officers step up area patrols
NM Game & Fish2018-04-19T08:54:55-06:00Apr 17th, 2018|Comments Off on Game Commission properties in Pecos Canyon under fire restrictions; department officers step up area patrols
National Archery in the Schools tournament draws more than 900 competitors
NM Game & Fish2018-04-16T11:33:46-06:00Apr 16th, 2018|Comments Off on National Archery in the Schools tournament draws more than 900 competitors
Roswell game warden named Officer of the Year by Shikar Safari Club
NM Game & Fish2018-04-13T16:12:13-06:00Apr 13th, 2018|Comments Off on Roswell game warden named Officer of the Year by Shikar Safari Club
Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Thunderbird near Mimbres
NM Game & Fish2018-04-11T08:06:47-06:00Apr 11th, 2018|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Thunderbird near Mimbres
Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting and fishing seasons
NM Game & Fish2018-04-10T08:17:32-06:00Apr 9th, 2018|Comments Off on Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting and fishing seasons
Donate part of your state tax refund to help wildlife
NM Game & Fish2018-04-04T08:35:25-06:00Apr 4th, 2018|Comments Off on Donate part of your state tax refund to help wildlife
Project proposals sought for Share with Wildlife funding
NM Game & Fish2018-04-02T14:45:23-06:00Apr 2nd, 2018|Comments Off on Project proposals sought for Share with Wildlife funding
National search begins April 1 for new department director
NM Game & Fish2018-04-02T10:44:41-06:00Apr 1st, 2018|Comments Off on National search begins April 1 for new department director
Fishing season begins April 1 – Don’t forget your new license
NM Game & Fish2018-03-30T08:07:43-06:00Mar 30th, 2018|Comments Off on Fishing season begins April 1 – Don’t forget your new license
Special hunter education camp offered at Gorham Scout Ranch near Chimayo
NM Game & Fish2018-03-29T17:04:50-06:00Mar 29th, 2018|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Gorham Scout Ranch near Chimayo
Game Commission to meet April 5 in Clovis
NM Game & Fish2018-03-27T16:24:25-06:00Mar 27th, 2018|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet April 5 in Clovis
Public meeting scheduled to discuss plans for construction of the department’s new regional office complex
NM Game & Fish2018-03-23T08:35:49-06:00Mar 23rd, 2018|Comments Off on Public meeting scheduled to discuss plans for construction of the department’s new regional office complex
Anglers, hunters can purchase 2018-19 licenses early this year
NM Game & Fish2018-03-22T08:46:08-06:00Mar 22nd, 2018|Comments Off on Anglers, hunters can purchase 2018-19 licenses early this year
Deadline is Wednesday to apply for big-game hunting licenses
NM Game & Fish2018-03-19T14:46:40-06:00Mar 19th, 2018|Comments Off on Deadline is Wednesday to apply for big-game hunting licenses
Signed agreement, cooperation marks path for Mexican wolf recovery
NM Game & Fish2018-03-15T09:31:16-06:00Mar 15th, 2018|Comments Off on Signed agreement, cooperation marks path for Mexican wolf recovery
Migratory game bird, turkey hunting rules topics of public meetings
NM Game & Fish2018-03-12T12:02:39-06:00Mar 12th, 2018|Comments Off on Migratory game bird, turkey hunting rules topics of public meetings
Information center open extra hours beginning Saturday to help hunters apply for 2018-19 big-game licenses
NM Game & Fish2018-03-23T08:56:38-06:00Mar 6th, 2018|Comments Off on Information center open extra hours beginning Saturday to help hunters apply for 2018-19 big-game licenses
Game Commission to meet March 1 in Las Cruces
NM Game & Fish2018-02-20T08:47:23-07:00Feb 20th, 2018|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet March 1 in Las Cruces
Special-season bear and turkey draw results available Wednesday, 1 week early
NM Game & Fish2018-02-13T15:19:17-07:00Feb 13th, 2018|Comments Off on Special-season bear and turkey draw results available Wednesday, 1 week early
Department reviewing threatened status of White Sands pupfish
NM Game & Fish2018-02-13T10:27:51-07:00Feb 13th, 2018|Comments Off on Department reviewing threatened status of White Sands pupfish
Outdoor Adventures Hunting and Fishing Show this weekend in Albuquerque
NM Game & Fish2018-02-13T10:24:43-07:00Feb 13th, 2018|Comments Off on Outdoor Adventures Hunting and Fishing Show this weekend in Albuquerque
Hunters: Don’t forget to file your mandatory harvest report
NM Game & Fish2018-02-13T10:06:00-07:00Feb 13th, 2018|Comments Off on Hunters: Don’t forget to file your mandatory harvest report
Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Washington Ranch near Carlsbad
NM Game & Fish2018-02-06T14:40:34-07:00Feb 6th, 2018|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Washington Ranch near Carlsbad
Outdoor Adventures Hunting and Fishing Show coming soon to Albuquerque
NM Game & Fish2018-02-02T10:57:09-07:00Feb 2nd, 2018|Comments Off on Outdoor Adventures Hunting and Fishing Show coming soon to Albuquerque
Bighorn, javelina hunting rule changes topics of public meetings
NM Game & Fish2018-01-22T15:52:51-07:00Jan 22nd, 2018|Comments Off on Bighorn, javelina hunting rule changes topics of public meetings
Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting seasons
NM Game & Fish2018-01-22T09:03:54-07:00Jan 22nd, 2018|Comments Off on Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting seasons
Public meeting will discuss plan for controlled pile burn near Eagle Nest
NM Game & Fish2018-01-18T12:54:36-07:00Jan 18th, 2018|Comments Off on Public meeting will discuss plan for controlled pile burn near Eagle Nest
2018-19 draw hunt application opens Wednesday
NM Game & Fish2018-01-10T10:14:07-07:00Jan 10th, 2018|Comments Off on 2018-19 draw hunt application opens Wednesday
Nominations sought for New Mexico’s Excellence in Wildlife Conservation Awards
NM Game & Fish2018-01-18T12:56:24-07:00Jan 5th, 2018|Comments Off on Nominations sought for New Mexico’s Excellence in Wildlife Conservation Awards
Multiple deer and elk killed and left to waste in Otero County
NM Game & Fish2023-04-04T10:57:10-06:00Jan 4th, 2018|Comments Off on Multiple deer and elk killed and left to waste in Otero County
Game Commission to meet Jan. 11 Santa Fe
NM Game & Fish2018-01-03T09:29:54-07:00Jan 3rd, 2018|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Jan. 11 Santa Fe
News Releases for 2017
Cimarron River fish safe to eat, tests show
NM Game & Fish2017-12-11T13:47:34-07:00Dec 11th, 2017|Comments Off on Cimarron River fish safe to eat, tests show
Information sought in unlawfully killed elk
NM Game & Fish2017-12-08T16:08:23-07:00Dec 8th, 2017|Comments Off on Information sought in unlawfully killed elk
Revised: Game Commission to meet Dec. 20 in Albuquerque
NM Game & Fish2017-12-08T11:58:59-07:00Dec 8th, 2017|Comments Off on Revised: Game Commission to meet Dec. 20 in Albuquerque
Upcoming enhancements of San Juan River at Navajo Lake State Park
NM Game & Fish2017-11-28T11:08:55-07:00Nov 28th, 2017|Comments Off on Upcoming enhancements of San Juan River at Navajo Lake State Park
Public urged to catch fish in Estancia Park Pond as water level drops
NM Game & Fish2017-11-01T16:25:12-06:00Nov 1st, 2017|Comments Off on Public urged to catch fish in Estancia Park Pond as water level drops
Cutthroat trout featured on new license plate
NM Game & Fish2018-01-18T12:54:58-07:00Oct 25th, 2017|Comments Off on Cutthroat trout featured on new license plate
Late-season archery elk licenses available Oct. 25
NM Game & Fish2017-10-19T13:19:35-06:00Oct 19th, 2017|Comments Off on Late-season archery elk licenses available Oct. 25
Public meetings will address trespassing on private land
NM Game & Fish2017-10-11T11:03:28-06:00Oct 11th, 2017|Comments Off on Public meetings will address trespassing on private land
Public meetings will address proposed changes in pronghorn rule
NM Game & Fish2017-10-05T16:11:04-06:00Oct 5th, 2017|Comments Off on Public meetings will address proposed changes in pronghorn rule
Game Commission to meet Sept. 28 in Red River
NM Game & Fish2017-09-20T15:55:25-06:00Sep 20th, 2017|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Sept. 28 in Red River
Governor declares Saturday, Sept. 23, National Hunting and Fishing Day in New Mexico
NM Game & Fish2017-09-20T15:50:59-06:00Sep 20th, 2017|Comments Off on Governor declares Saturday, Sept. 23, National Hunting and Fishing Day in New Mexico
Special hunter education camp offered at Gorham Scout Ranch near Chimayo
NM Game & Fish2017-09-07T14:17:31-06:00Sep 7th, 2017|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Gorham Scout Ranch near Chimayo
Department seeking next generation of conservation officers
NM Game & Fish2017-08-31T13:13:48-06:00Aug 31st, 2017|Comments Off on Department seeking next generation of conservation officers
Electronic duck stamps available beginning September 1
NM Game & Fish2017-08-29T15:49:04-06:00Aug 29th, 2017|Comments Off on Electronic duck stamps available beginning September 1
Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting seasons
NM Game & Fish2017-08-25T09:25:13-06:00Aug 25th, 2017|Comments Off on Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting seasons
Public meetings will address proposed changes to fishing rules
NM Game & Fish2017-08-22T16:15:01-06:00Aug 22nd, 2017|Comments Off on Public meetings will address proposed changes to fishing rules
Roswell man arrested for harassing pronghorns
NM Game & Fish2017-08-17T11:11:20-06:00Aug 17th, 2017|Comments Off on Roswell man arrested for harassing pronghorns
Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Thunderbird near Mimbres
NM Game & Fish2017-08-16T09:18:49-06:00Aug 16th, 2017|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Thunderbird near Mimbres
Learn to shoot, fish and have outdoor fun at the Expo
NM Game & Fish2017-08-15T10:36:30-06:00Aug 15th, 2017|Comments Off on Learn to shoot, fish and have outdoor fun at the Expo
Hooked on Fishing derby lots of fun
NM Game & Fish2017-08-15T09:20:47-06:00Aug 15th, 2017|Comments Off on Hooked on Fishing derby lots of fun
Game Commission to meet Aug. 24 in Albuquerque
NM Game & Fish2017-08-15T08:33:25-06:00Aug 15th, 2017|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Aug. 24 in Albuquerque
Department shines at Santa Ana Pueblo public safety event
NM Game & Fish2017-08-14T08:29:09-06:00Aug 11th, 2017|Comments Off on Department shines at Santa Ana Pueblo public safety event
Apply now for special sandhill crane and pheasant hunts
NM Game & Fish2017-07-25T16:47:56-06:00Jul 25th, 2017|Comments Off on Apply now for special sandhill crane and pheasant hunts
New rules to battle aquatic invasive species now in effect
NM Game & Fish2017-07-18T11:20:04-06:00Jul 18th, 2017|Comments Off on New rules to battle aquatic invasive species now in effect
Public reminded to leave young wildlife alone
NM Game & Fish2017-07-13T09:09:54-06:00Jul 13th, 2017|Comments Off on Public reminded to leave young wildlife alone
Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Wehinahpay near Sacramento
NM Game & Fish2017-07-12T11:08:13-06:00Jul 12th, 2017|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Wehinahpay near Sacramento
Hunting plans shot? Donate that license to a good cause
NM Game & Fish2017-07-12T09:04:47-06:00Jul 12th, 2017|Comments Off on Hunting plans shot? Donate that license to a good cause
Public meeting scheduled to discuss southwest area office transition
NM Game & Fish2017-07-11T11:52:03-06:00Jul 11th, 2017|Comments Off on Public meeting scheduled to discuss southwest area office transition
Public meeting scheduled to discuss future of Laguna del Campo
NM Game & Fish2017-07-10T15:13:51-06:00Jul 10th, 2017|Comments Off on Public meeting scheduled to discuss future of Laguna del Campo
Harvest reporting now just a phone call away
NM Game & Fish2017-06-30T14:10:27-06:00Jun 30th, 2017|Comments Off on Harvest reporting now just a phone call away
Public urged to catch fish in the Santa Fe River before it goes dry
NM Game & Fish2017-06-30T13:52:06-06:00Jun 30th, 2017|Comments Off on Public urged to catch fish in the Santa Fe River before it goes dry
Be bear aware during hot July 4 holidays
NM Game & Fish2017-06-29T15:18:39-06:00Jun 29th, 2017|Comments Off on Be bear aware during hot July 4 holidays
Officers seize 17 illegal game animal heads during multiple search warrants in Farmington
NM Game & Fish2017-06-21T16:11:54-06:00Jun 21st, 2017|Comments Off on Officers seize 17 illegal game animal heads during multiple search warrants in Farmington
Youth encouragement elk hunting licenses for sale
NM Game & Fish2017-06-26T10:12:23-06:00Jun 20th, 2017|Comments Off on Youth encouragement elk hunting licenses for sale
Buy Dad a license and take him fishing for Fathers Day
NM Game & Fish2017-06-15T14:58:32-06:00Jun 15th, 2017|Comments Off on Buy Dad a license and take him fishing for Fathers Day
Game Commission to meet June 22 in Ruidoso
NM Game & Fish2017-08-15T08:33:36-06:00Jun 13th, 2017|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet June 22 in Ruidoso
Special hunting skills camp offered at Wedding Cake Ranch near Clayton
NM Game & Fish2017-06-08T15:26:17-06:00Jun 8th, 2017|Comments Off on Special hunting skills camp offered at Wedding Cake Ranch near Clayton
Special oryx hunts available for injured servicemen and women
NM Game & Fish2017-06-08T15:19:18-06:00Jun 8th, 2017|Comments Off on Special oryx hunts available for injured servicemen and women
Leftover deer and javelina licenses go on sale June 21
NM Game & Fish2017-06-06T15:59:40-06:00Jun 6th, 2017|Comments Off on Leftover deer and javelina licenses go on sale June 21
Free fishing derby on the Santa Fe River this Saturday
NM Game & Fish2017-06-02T08:07:06-06:00Jun 2nd, 2017|Comments Off on Free fishing derby on the Santa Fe River this Saturday
Information sought on poached elk near Logan
NM Game & Fish2017-06-01T14:21:51-06:00Jun 1st, 2017|Comments Off on Information sought on poached elk near Logan
Illegal possession of elk antlers leads to stiff fine
NM Game & Fish2017-06-01T14:15:27-06:00Jun 1st, 2017|Comments Off on Illegal possession of elk antlers leads to stiff fine
Annual Lake Roberts kid’s fishing derby features big Gila trout
NM Game & Fish2017-05-30T11:32:30-06:00May 30th, 2017|Comments Off on Annual Lake Roberts kid’s fishing derby features big Gila trout
Free fishing Saturday, June 3
NM Game & Fish2017-05-30T09:49:44-06:00May 30th, 2017|Comments Off on Free fishing Saturday, June 3
Public comment sought on draft Environmental Assessment for construction of the Northwest Area Office
NM Game & Fish2017-05-26T13:23:33-06:00May 26th, 2017|Comments Off on Public comment sought on draft Environmental Assessment for construction of the Northwest Area Office
Cimarron River open for fishing
NM Game & Fish2017-05-26T08:14:10-06:00May 26th, 2017|Comments Off on Cimarron River open for fishing
Big machinery moves in to save small, critical species
NM Game & Fish2017-05-25T10:40:23-06:00May 25th, 2017|Comments Off on Big machinery moves in to save small, critical species
Boat inspections prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species
NM Game & Fish2017-05-25T09:05:44-06:00May 25th, 2017|Comments Off on Boat inspections prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species
New game wardens graduate from Law Enforcement Academy
NM Game & Fish2017-05-22T10:46:09-06:00May 22nd, 2017|Comments Off on New game wardens graduate from Law Enforcement Academy
Construction begins on new off-highway vehicle park near Farmington
NM Game & Fish2017-05-05T09:42:43-06:00May 5th, 2017|Comments Off on Construction begins on new off-highway vehicle park near Farmington
Public comment sought on proposed changes to off-highway vehicle rules
NM Game & Fish2017-05-04T16:23:02-06:00May 4th, 2017|Comments Off on Public comment sought on proposed changes to off-highway vehicle rules
Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Tres Ritos near Mora
NM Game & Fish2017-05-04T13:42:53-06:00May 4th, 2017|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Tres Ritos near Mora
Public fishing on private ponds now available near Reserve
NM Game & Fish2017-04-27T16:11:08-06:00Apr 27th, 2017|Comments Off on Public fishing on private ponds now available near Reserve
Game Commission to meet May 11 in Clayton
NM Game & Fish2017-08-15T08:37:52-06:00Apr 26th, 2017|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet May 11 in Clayton
Public comment sought on upland game rules
NM Game & Fish2017-08-15T08:39:40-06:00Apr 26th, 2017|Comments Off on Public comment sought on upland game rules
Citizen advisory committees to meet to recommend Habitat Stamp projects
NM Game & Fish2017-04-26T15:06:21-06:00Apr 26th, 2017|Comments Off on Citizen advisory committees to meet to recommend Habitat Stamp projects
Monastery Lake to be closed Thursday, April 20
NM Game & Fish2017-04-18T15:19:13-06:00Apr 18th, 2017|Comments Off on Monastery Lake to be closed Thursday, April 20
Be bear aware when out and about this spring
NM Game & Fish2017-04-17T11:16:24-06:00Apr 17th, 2017|Comments Off on Be bear aware when out and about this spring
Quickest draw ever! Big-game draw results available today
NM Game & Fish2020-04-30T08:02:33-06:00Apr 12th, 2017|Comments Off on Quickest draw ever! Big-game draw results available today
Governor signs law defining rules for OHV use on paved roads
NM Game & Fish2017-04-11T09:33:22-06:00Apr 11th, 2017|Comments Off on Governor signs law defining rules for OHV use on paved roads
Trophy poachers face stiffer fines, increased jail time
NM Game & Fish2017-04-10T08:13:47-06:00Apr 7th, 2017|Comments Off on Trophy poachers face stiffer fines, increased jail time
USFWS approves N.M.’s State Wildlife Action Plan
NM Game & Fish2017-04-10T08:15:01-06:00Apr 7th, 2017|Comments Off on USFWS approves N.M.’s State Wildlife Action Plan
Game wardens rescue snowbound motorists
NM Game & Fish2017-03-31T14:37:38-06:00Mar 31st, 2017|Comments Off on Game wardens rescue snowbound motorists
Fishing season begins April 1; don’t forget your new license
NM Game & Fish2017-03-30T14:45:11-06:00Mar 30th, 2017|Comments Off on Fishing season begins April 1; don’t forget your new license
Project proposals sought for Share with Wildlife funding
NM Game & Fish2017-03-31T11:56:53-06:00Mar 30th, 2017|Comments Off on Project proposals sought for Share with Wildlife funding
Game Commission to meet April 5 in Artesia
NM Game & Fish2017-03-27T15:53:07-06:00Mar 27th, 2017|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet April 5 in Artesia
Wednesday is deadline to apply for big-game hunting licenses
NM Game & Fish2017-03-20T13:46:04-06:00Mar 20th, 2017|Comments Off on Wednesday is deadline to apply for big-game hunting licenses
National Archery in the Schools tournament draws big crowd
NM Game & Fish2017-03-13T15:14:06-06:00Mar 13th, 2017|Comments Off on National Archery in the Schools tournament draws big crowd
Special hunter education camp offered at Philmont Scout Ranch
NM Game & Fish2017-03-13T14:58:49-06:00Mar 13th, 2017|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Philmont Scout Ranch
Public meetings scheduled on migratory bird rule proposals
NM Game & Fish2017-03-13T13:53:27-06:00Mar 13th, 2017|Comments Off on Public meetings scheduled on migratory bird rule proposals
Bighorn sheep captured and relocated to Cochiti Canyon
NM Game & Fish2017-12-08T15:18:01-07:00Mar 10th, 2017|Comments Off on Bighorn sheep captured and relocated to Cochiti Canyon
Information center open extra hours to help hunters
NM Game & Fish2017-03-07T14:36:23-07:00Mar 7th, 2017|Comments Off on Information center open extra hours to help hunters
Conservationists honored at Governor’s Special Hunt Auction and Awards Banquet
NM Game & Fish2017-03-06T14:31:01-07:00Mar 6th, 2017|Comments Off on Conservationists honored at Governor’s Special Hunt Auction and Awards Banquet
Fisheries biologist receives lifetime achievement award
NM Game & Fish2017-03-06T13:58:48-07:00Mar 6th, 2017|Comments Off on Fisheries biologist receives lifetime achievement award
Donating a portion of tax refund supports wildlife conservation
NM Game & Fish2017-03-06T13:59:30-07:00Mar 3rd, 2017|Comments Off on Donating a portion of tax refund supports wildlife conservation
300 cow elk licenses added to 2017-18 draw; residents only
NM Game & Fish2017-12-08T15:15:38-07:00Mar 2nd, 2017|Comments Off on 300 cow elk licenses added to 2017-18 draw; residents only
N.M. game warden recognized as Officer of the Year
NM Game & Fish2017-02-24T14:34:12-07:00Feb 24th, 2017|Comments Off on N.M. game warden recognized as Officer of the Year
Outdoor Adventures hunting and fishing show in Albuquerque this weekend
NM Game & Fish2017-02-16T09:12:20-07:00Feb 16th, 2017|Comments Off on Outdoor Adventures hunting and fishing show in Albuquerque this weekend
Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Washington Ranch near Carlsbad
NM Game & Fish2017-02-13T09:09:09-07:00Feb 13th, 2017|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Camp Washington Ranch near Carlsbad
Hunters: Don’t forget to file your mandatory harvest reports
NM Game & Fish2017-02-09T14:43:50-07:00Feb 9th, 2017|Comments Off on Hunters: Don’t forget to file your mandatory harvest reports
Pronghorns captured and relocated to Santa Ana Pueblo and southeastern New Mexico
NM Game & Fish2017-02-03T13:30:46-07:00Feb 3rd, 2017|Comments Off on Pronghorns captured and relocated to Santa Ana Pueblo and southeastern New Mexico
Bighorn sheep biologist awarded prestigious honor
NM Game & Fish2017-01-27T16:10:51-07:00Jan 27th, 2017|Comments Off on Bighorn sheep biologist awarded prestigious honor
Gould’s turkey and Gila monster recovery plans available for public review and comment
NM Game & Fish2017-01-27T15:47:58-07:00Jan 27th, 2017|Comments Off on Gould’s turkey and Gila monster recovery plans available for public review and comment
New 2017-2018 hunting rules and information booklet available
NM Game & Fish2017-01-11T11:52:26-07:00Jan 11th, 2017|Comments Off on New 2017-2018 hunting rules and information booklet available
Game Commission to meet Jan 12 in Santa Fe
NM Game & Fish2017-03-13T13:52:34-06:00Jan 5th, 2017|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Jan 12 in Santa Fe
News Releases for 2016
Tips sought in bighorn poaching case off N.M. 518 near Sipapu ski area
NM Game & Fish2016-12-28T16:13:55-07:00Dec 28th, 2016|Comments Off on Tips sought in bighorn poaching case off N.M. 518 near Sipapu ski area
Farmington conservation officers recognized for service at Navajo Lake State Park
NM Game & Fish2016-12-28T16:15:49-07:00Dec 28th, 2016|Comments Off on Farmington conservation officers recognized for service at Navajo Lake State Park
State Wildlife Action Plan approval results in release of federal funds
NM Game & Fish2016-12-16T16:10:31-07:00Dec 16th, 2016|Comments Off on State Wildlife Action Plan approval results in release of federal funds
White-tailed ptarmigan recovery plan available for public review and comment
NM Game & Fish2016-12-07T10:36:43-07:00Dec 7th, 2016|Comments Off on White-tailed ptarmigan recovery plan available for public review and comment
Public invited to Tres Piedras shooting range groundbreaking
NM Game & Fish2016-12-06T13:21:00-07:00Dec 6th, 2016|Comments Off on Public invited to Tres Piedras shooting range groundbreaking
Tipsters help bust poacher
NM Game & Fish2016-12-01T11:25:42-07:00Dec 1st, 2016|Comments Off on Tipsters help bust poacher
Game wardens find motorist stranded overnight on remote forest road
NM Game & Fish2016-12-01T11:23:59-07:00Dec 1st, 2016|Comments Off on Game wardens find motorist stranded overnight on remote forest road
Southeast New Mexico is your best bet for quail
NM Game & Fish2016-11-23T14:46:36-07:00Nov 23rd, 2016|Comments Off on Southeast New Mexico is your best bet for quail
Flagrant poaching case results in 10-year revocation
NM Game & Fish2016-11-23T11:37:20-07:00Nov 23rd, 2016|Comments Off on Flagrant poaching case results in 10-year revocation
Six new game wardens graduate from law enforcement academy
NM Game & Fish2016-12-01T10:30:26-07:00Nov 21st, 2016|Comments Off on Six new game wardens graduate from law enforcement academy
Department of Game and Fish resumes stocking winter trout waters
NM Game & Fish2016-11-21T11:34:28-07:00Nov 21st, 2016|Comments Off on Department of Game and Fish resumes stocking winter trout waters
New Mexico game wardens rescue horseback rider injured in back country
NM Game & Fish2016-11-18T13:44:28-07:00Nov 18th, 2016|Comments Off on New Mexico game wardens rescue horseback rider injured in back country
Nominations Sought for NM’s Excellence in Wildlife Conservation Awards
NM Game & Fish2016-11-16T10:02:40-07:00Nov 16th, 2016|Comments Off on Nominations Sought for NM’s Excellence in Wildlife Conservation Awards
Game Commission to meet Nov. 17 in Grants
NM Game & Fish2016-11-16T09:59:16-07:00Nov 7th, 2016|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Nov. 17 in Grants
New bear-resistant dumpsters should reduce conflicts
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:01-07:00Oct 27th, 2016|Comments Off on New bear-resistant dumpsters should reduce conflicts
Meeting scheduled on proposed Rio Chama catch-and-release fishing section
NM Game & Fish2016-10-20T13:45:27-06:00Oct 20th, 2016|Comments Off on Meeting scheduled on proposed Rio Chama catch-and-release fishing section
Late-season archery elk licenses available Oct. 26
NM Game & Fish2016-10-12T13:40:40-06:00Oct 12th, 2016|Comments Off on Late-season archery elk licenses available Oct. 26
Game Commission to meet Oct. 5 in Las Vegas, N.M.
NM Game & Fish2016-10-03T13:41:17-06:00Sep 26th, 2016|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Oct. 5 in Las Vegas, N.M.
Trout in Classroom program helps teacher win top award
NM Game & Fish2016-10-03T14:30:23-06:00Sep 23rd, 2016|Comments Off on Trout in Classroom program helps teacher win top award
Raton receives 650 new bear resistant trash dumpsters
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:01-07:00Sep 23rd, 2016|Comments Off on Raton receives 650 new bear resistant trash dumpsters
Free Fishing Day Saturday, September 24
Chad Nelson2016-10-03T14:31:29-06:00Sep 22nd, 2016|Comments Off on Free Fishing Day Saturday, September 24
Leftover sandhill crane and pheasant hunt permits available Sept. 21
NM Game & Fish2016-09-19T15:17:56-06:00Sep 19th, 2016|Comments Off on Leftover sandhill crane and pheasant hunt permits available Sept. 21
Chronic wasting disease found in McGregor Range deer
NM Game & Fish2016-09-19T14:26:13-06:00Sep 19th, 2016|Comments Off on Chronic wasting disease found in McGregor Range deer
State list of threatened and endangered species available for public comment
NM Game & Fish2016-09-02T14:37:27-06:00Sep 2nd, 2016|Comments Off on State list of threatened and endangered species available for public comment
Bass fingerlings stocked at Elephant Butte and other lakes
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:01-07:00Sep 2nd, 2016|Comments Off on Bass fingerlings stocked at Elephant Butte and other lakes
Hunters Helping the Hungry program kicks off this season
NM Game & Fish2023-01-04T08:17:04-07:00Sep 1st, 2016|Comments Off on Hunters Helping the Hungry program kicks off this season
Free family fun at Outdoor Expo Aug. 20-21
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:01-07:00Aug 16th, 2016|Comments Off on Free family fun at Outdoor Expo Aug. 20-21
Deadline is Aug. 24 to apply for special sandhill crane and pheasant hunts
NM Game & Fish2016-08-16T10:20:09-06:00Aug 16th, 2016|Comments Off on Deadline is Aug. 24 to apply for special sandhill crane and pheasant hunts
Special hunter education camp offered at Gorham Scout Ranch near Chimayo
NM Game & Fish2016-08-16T10:20:35-06:00Aug 16th, 2016|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Gorham Scout Ranch near Chimayo
Game Commission to meet Aug. 25 in Rio Rancho
NM Game & Fish2016-08-16T10:15:55-06:00Aug 12th, 2016|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Aug. 25 in Rio Rancho
Revised State Wildlife Action Plan available soon
NM Game & Fish2016-08-01T10:10:16-06:00Aug 1st, 2016|Comments Off on Revised State Wildlife Action Plan available soon
Game and Fish, archery coordinator, honored by NASP
NM Game & Fish2016-08-16T10:16:43-06:00Jul 29th, 2016|Comments Off on Game and Fish, archery coordinator, honored by NASP
Cloudcroft homeowner kills bear attacking dogs
NM Game & Fish2016-07-25T08:16:25-06:00Jul 23rd, 2016|Comments Off on Cloudcroft homeowner kills bear attacking dogs
Citizen advisors needed for Habitat Stamp Program
NM Game & Fish2016-07-22T16:50:44-06:00Jul 22nd, 2016|Comments Off on Citizen advisors needed for Habitat Stamp Program
Game and Fish officers and inspectors busy over July 4 weekend
NM Game & Fish2016-07-07T16:17:11-06:00Jul 7th, 2016|Comments Off on Game and Fish officers and inspectors busy over July 4 weekend
Game wardens save family stranded on island at Abiquiu Lake
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00Jun 30th, 2016|Comments Off on Game wardens save family stranded on island at Abiquiu Lake
Youth encouragement elk hunting licenses for sale
NM Game & Fish2016-06-30T13:33:41-06:00Jun 30th, 2016|Comments Off on Youth encouragement elk hunting licenses for sale
Department of Game and Fish employees lauded for their work
NM Game & Fish2016-06-30T09:43:41-06:00Jun 30th, 2016|Comments Off on Department of Game and Fish employees lauded for their work
Game and Fish and Texas Tech Collaborate on research project
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00Jun 29th, 2016|Comments Off on Game and Fish and Texas Tech Collaborate on research project
Missing bear cubs caught Saturday
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00Jun 26th, 2016|Comments Off on Missing bear cubs caught Saturday
Public urged to catch fish in Santa Fe River before it goes dry
NM Game & Fish2016-06-22T10:59:22-06:00Jun 22nd, 2016|Comments Off on Public urged to catch fish in Santa Fe River before it goes dry
Three deer hunts removed from June 22 leftover license sale
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00Jun 20th, 2016|Comments Off on Three deer hunts removed from June 22 leftover license sale
Bear responsible for attack on Valles Caldera marathon runner caught; euthanized
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00Jun 20th, 2016|Comments Off on Bear responsible for attack on Valles Caldera marathon runner caught; euthanized
Bear sought in attack on Valles Caldera marathon runner
NM Game & Fish2016-07-25T08:20:16-06:00Jun 19th, 2016|Comments Off on Bear sought in attack on Valles Caldera marathon runner
2016-17 Migratory Game Bird Rules and Information Booklet now available online
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00Jun 17th, 2016|Comments Off on 2016-17 Migratory Game Bird Rules and Information Booklet now available online
Six new game wardens graduate from law enforcement academy
NM Game & Fish2019-04-25T08:33:02-06:00Jun 16th, 2016|Comments Off on Six new game wardens graduate from law enforcement academy
Game Commission to meet June 23 in Santa Rosa
NM Game & Fish2016-06-13T16:57:54-06:00Jun 13th, 2016|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet June 23 in Santa Rosa
Special Oryx hunts available for injured servicemen and women
NM Game & Fish2016-06-13T16:10:23-06:00Jun 13th, 2016|Comments Off on Special Oryx hunts available for injured servicemen and women
Monastery Lake to be closed June 13-14 for road, parking lot repair
NM Game & Fish2016-06-10T14:44:20-06:00Jun 10th, 2016|Comments Off on Monastery Lake to be closed June 13-14 for road, parking lot repair
Sign up for free All-terrain vehicle safety classes in Lincoln National Forest
NM Game & Fish2016-06-07T10:08:39-06:00Jun 7th, 2016|Comments Off on Sign up for free All-terrain vehicle safety classes in Lincoln National Forest
Leftover deer, elk, javelina licenses go on sale June 22
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00Jun 6th, 2016|Comments Off on Leftover deer, elk, javelina licenses go on sale June 22
Opportunity in Roswell for youths to catch memories of a lifetime
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00Jun 2nd, 2016|Comments Off on Opportunity in Roswell for youths to catch memories of a lifetime
Game and Fish conservation officers busy over holiday weekend
NM Game & Fish2016-06-02T08:48:54-06:00Jun 2nd, 2016|Comments Off on Game and Fish conservation officers busy over holiday weekend
Some big Gila trout stocked in Lake Roberts for annual kid’s fishing derby
NM Game & Fish2016-05-31T10:18:59-06:00May 31st, 2016|Comments Off on Some big Gila trout stocked in Lake Roberts for annual kid’s fishing derby
Go fishing for free Saturday, June 4.
NM Game & Fish2016-05-31T08:32:53-06:00May 30th, 2016|Comments Off on Go fishing for free Saturday, June 4.
Expect inspections this boating season as state battles aquatic invasive species
NM Game & Fish2016-05-26T11:39:41-06:00May 26th, 2016|Comments Off on Expect inspections this boating season as state battles aquatic invasive species
Application seeking temporary halt of wolf releases moved to federal district court
NM Game & Fish2016-05-17T09:49:07-06:00May 17th, 2016|Comments Off on Application seeking temporary halt of wolf releases moved to federal district court
Department takes action to stop USFWS from ignoring federal and state law
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00May 13th, 2016|Comments Off on Department takes action to stop USFWS from ignoring federal and state law
Game and Fish archery coordinator to be honored
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00May 9th, 2016|Comments Off on Game and Fish archery coordinator to be honored
Project proposals sought for Share with Wildlife funding
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00May 9th, 2016|Comments Off on Project proposals sought for Share with Wildlife funding
Game Commission to meet May 12 in Silver City
NM Game & Fish2016-05-13T11:23:15-06:00May 2nd, 2016|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet May 12 in Silver City
Big-game hunting application results available Wednesday
NM Game & Fish2016-04-25T14:39:47-06:00Apr 25th, 2016|Comments Off on Big-game hunting application results available Wednesday
Biologists believe perch from Eagle Nest Lake will help Abiquiu Lake fishery
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00Apr 25th, 2016|Comments Off on Biologists believe perch from Eagle Nest Lake will help Abiquiu Lake fishery
Public meeting May 5 in Taos on white-tailed ptarmigan recovery plan
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00Apr 25th, 2016|Comments Off on Public meeting May 5 in Taos on white-tailed ptarmigan recovery plan
Be bear aware when outdoors this spring
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00Apr 21st, 2016|Comments Off on Be bear aware when outdoors this spring
Information sought in several northern New Mexico poaching cases
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:04-07:00Apr 13th, 2016|Comments Off on Information sought in several northern New Mexico poaching cases
Expect roadblocks statewide during fishing and hunting seasons
NM Game & Fish2016-04-11T15:25:34-06:00Apr 11th, 2016|Comments Off on Expect roadblocks statewide during fishing and hunting seasons
New hunting, fishing rules take effect this month
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Apr 11th, 2016|Comments Off on New hunting, fishing rules take effect this month
Citizen Advisory Committees to meet to recommend Habitat Stamp projects
NM Game & Fish2016-04-20T08:22:11-06:00Apr 11th, 2016|Comments Off on Citizen Advisory Committees to meet to recommend Habitat Stamp projects
Donate part of your state tax refund to help wildlife
NM Game & Fish2016-04-08T15:32:19-06:00Apr 8th, 2016|Comments Off on Donate part of your state tax refund to help wildlife
Department seeking next generation of conservation officers
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Apr 6th, 2016|Comments Off on Department seeking next generation of conservation officers
Game Commission to meet April 14 in Las Cruces
NM Game & Fish2016-04-01T14:04:27-06:00Apr 1st, 2016|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet April 14 in Las Cruces
Department seeks information about poached antelope near Raton, Clayton
NM Game & Fish2016-04-01T10:47:08-06:00Apr 1st, 2016|Comments Off on Department seeks information about poached antelope near Raton, Clayton
Fishing season begins April 1; time to buy a new license
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Apr 1st, 2016|Comments Off on Fishing season begins April 1; time to buy a new license
Department of Game and Fish biologists honored for conservation work
NM Game & Fish2016-03-29T14:30:56-06:00Mar 29th, 2016|Comments Off on Department of Game and Fish biologists honored for conservation work
Special hunter education camp offered at Philmont Scout Ranch near Cimarron
NM Game & Fish2016-03-22T13:49:36-06:00Mar 22nd, 2016|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Philmont Scout Ranch near Cimarron
Public meetings to address access to state Wildlife Management Areas
NM Game & Fish2016-03-21T11:06:34-06:00Mar 21st, 2016|Comments Off on Public meetings to address access to state Wildlife Management Areas
New Mexico game warden recognized as Officer of the Year by Shikar Safari Club International
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Mar 16th, 2016|Comments Off on New Mexico game warden recognized as Officer of the Year by Shikar Safari Club International
Several receive awards for wildlife conservation achievements
NM Game & Fish2016-03-15T16:33:07-06:00Mar 15th, 2016|Comments Off on Several receive awards for wildlife conservation achievements
National Archery in the Schools tournament draws record crowd
NM Game & Fish2017-03-13T15:13:46-06:00Mar 15th, 2016|Comments Off on National Archery in the Schools tournament draws record crowd
Comments sought on Whitewater Creek Gila trout restoration project
NM Game & Fish2016-03-14T14:23:57-06:00Mar 14th, 2016|Comments Off on Comments sought on Whitewater Creek Gila trout restoration project
New wildlife license plate features a big buck
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Mar 11th, 2016|Comments Off on New wildlife license plate features a big buck
Information Center open extra hours to take hunting license applications
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Mar 10th, 2016|Comments Off on Information Center open extra hours to take hunting license applications
Game and fish biologist featured in New Mexico Women of STEM calendar
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Feb 29th, 2016|Comments Off on Game and fish biologist featured in New Mexico Women of STEM calendar
Special Hunter Education Camp offered at Camp Washington Ranch near Carlsbad
NM Game & Fish2016-02-24T15:35:39-07:00Feb 24th, 2016|Comments Off on Special Hunter Education Camp offered at Camp Washington Ranch near Carlsbad
Game Commission to meet Feb. 26 in Albuquerque
NM Game & Fish2016-02-22T14:09:33-07:00Feb 22nd, 2016|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Feb. 26 in Albuquerque
Outdoor Adventures Hunting and Fishing Show in Albuquerque this weekend
NM Game & Fish2016-02-17T15:32:31-07:00Feb 17th, 2016|Comments Off on Outdoor Adventures Hunting and Fishing Show in Albuquerque this weekend
Deadline Wednesday to apply for bear, turkey permits
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Feb 9th, 2016|Comments Off on Deadline Wednesday to apply for bear, turkey permits
Comments sought on public-private land-swap hunting access agreements
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Feb 5th, 2016|Comments Off on Comments sought on public-private land-swap hunting access agreements
New rules approved to combat aquatic invasive species
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Jan 27th, 2016|Comments Off on New rules approved to combat aquatic invasive species
Nominations sought for wildlife conservation awards
NM Game & Fish2016-01-11T16:04:37-07:00Jan 11th, 2016|Comments Off on Nominations sought for wildlife conservation awards
New 2016-2017 hunting rules and information booklet available
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Jan 6th, 2016|Comments Off on New 2016-2017 hunting rules and information booklet available
Game Commission meet Jan. 14 in Santa Fe
NM Game & Fish2016-01-06T12:31:19-07:00Jan 5th, 2016|Comments Off on Game Commission meet Jan. 14 in Santa Fe
Public help sought to protect big bucks during breeding season
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Dec 21st, 2015|Comments Off on Public help sought to protect big bucks during breeding season
News Releases for 2015
Monastery Lake closed to fishing due to unsafe ice conditions
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Dec 23rd, 2015|Comments Off on Monastery Lake closed to fishing due to unsafe ice conditions
Public comments sought on proposed changes to aquatic invasive species rules
NM Game & Fish2016-10-21T10:25:04-06:00Dec 15th, 2015|Comments Off on Public comments sought on proposed changes to aquatic invasive species rules
Eagle Nest Lake temporarily closed to ice fishing
NM Game & Fish2015-12-11T15:14:20-07:00Dec 11th, 2015|Comments Off on Eagle Nest Lake temporarily closed to ice fishing
$3,000 in rewards offered in refuge elk poaching
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Dec 1st, 2015|Comments Off on $3,000 in rewards offered in refuge elk poaching
Game Commission to meet Nov. 19 in Roswell
NM Game & Fish2016-01-04T10:11:52-07:00Nov 5th, 2015|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Nov. 19 in Roswell
Late-season archery elk licenses available online Oct. 28
NM Game & Fish2015-10-16T10:43:14-06:00Oct 16th, 2015|Comments Off on Late-season archery elk licenses available online Oct. 28
Volunteers needed to clean up Santa Fe shooting areas
NM Game & Fish2015-10-05T14:00:36-06:00Oct 5th, 2015|Comments Off on Volunteers needed to clean up Santa Fe shooting areas
Eagle Rock Lake in Questa restocked with trout and ready for fishing
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Sep 30th, 2015|Comments Off on Eagle Rock Lake in Questa restocked with trout and ready for fishing
Navajo Lake boat ramp closed to snagging in October
NM Game & Fish2021-05-04T08:32:33-06:00Sep 23rd, 2015|Comments Off on Navajo Lake boat ramp closed to snagging in October
Game Commission to meet Sept. 29 in Albuquerque
NM Game & Fish2015-09-18T09:44:22-06:00Sep 18th, 2015|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Sept. 29 in Albuquerque
Public comment sought on new statewide fisheries management plan
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Sep 17th, 2015|Comments Off on Public comment sought on new statewide fisheries management plan
Sign up for free All-Terrain Vehicle safety classes this fall
NM Game & Fish2015-11-05T09:05:26-07:00Sep 16th, 2015|Comments Off on Sign up for free All-Terrain Vehicle safety classes this fall
Duck hunters asked to stop at harvest check stations
NM Game & Fish2015-09-14T08:19:56-06:00Sep 12th, 2015|Comments Off on Duck hunters asked to stop at harvest check stations
Hunter attacked by bear near Wagon Mound
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Sep 11th, 2015|Comments Off on Hunter attacked by bear near Wagon Mound
Bear sought in attack on Los Alamos man
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Sep 10th, 2015|Comments Off on Bear sought in attack on Los Alamos man
Wildlife crimes net stiff fines and jail time
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:05-07:00Sep 4th, 2015|Comments Off on Wildlife crimes net stiff fines and jail time
Statelifts catch and release recommendation for Animas and San Juan Rivers
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Sep 4th, 2015|Comments Off on Statelifts catch and release recommendation for Animas and San Juan Rivers
Department seeks next generation of conservation officers
NM Game & Fish2015-08-28T16:56:25-06:00Aug 28th, 2015|Comments Off on Department seeks next generation of conservation officers
Hunting seasons ramp up across New Mexico
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Aug 28th, 2015|Comments Off on Hunting seasons ramp up across New Mexico
Game Commission meet Aug. 27 in Santa Fe
NM Game & Fish2015-08-25T08:23:35-06:00Aug 14th, 2015|Comments Off on Game Commission meet Aug. 27 in Santa Fe
Las Cruces teen takes first place in International Youth Hunter Education Challenge
NM Game & Fish2015-08-11T16:34:51-06:00Aug 11th, 2015|Comments Off on Las Cruces teen takes first place in International Youth Hunter Education Challenge
Free family fun at N.M. Outdoor Expo Aug. 15 & 16
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Aug 11th, 2015|Comments Off on Free family fun at N.M. Outdoor Expo Aug. 15 & 16
Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting season
NM Game & Fish2015-08-05T16:52:57-06:00Aug 5th, 2015|Comments Off on Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting season
Agenda updated for Aug. 27 State Game Commission meeting
NM Game & Fish2015-08-04T16:45:59-06:00Aug 4th, 2015|Comments Off on Agenda updated for Aug. 27 State Game Commission meeting
Plenty of prime youth elk licenses available
NM Game & Fish2015-07-31T15:26:30-06:00Jul 30th, 2015|Comments Off on Plenty of prime youth elk licenses available
Share with Wildlife call for project information for FY16 projects released
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Jul 30th, 2015|Comments Off on Share with Wildlife call for project information for FY16 projects released
Bighorn sheep license auction, raffle generate big bucks
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Jul 27th, 2015|Comments Off on Bighorn sheep license auction, raffle generate big bucks
State Wildlife Action Plan meetings scheduled
NM Game & Fish2016-01-04T10:10:30-07:00Jul 24th, 2015|Comments Off on State Wildlife Action Plan meetings scheduled
People, predators share New Mexico’s outdoors in summertime
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Jul 24th, 2015|Comments Off on People, predators share New Mexico’s outdoors in summertime
Bear bites Raton girl sleeping in tent
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:04:27-06:00Jul 7th, 2015|Comments Off on Bear bites Raton girl sleeping in tent
Aerial Survey Shows Lesser Prairie Chicken Population Increased 25 Percent From 2014 To 2015 Lesser Prairie Chicken
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Jul 1st, 2015|Comments Off on Aerial Survey Shows Lesser Prairie Chicken Population Increased 25 Percent From 2014 To 2015 Lesser Prairie Chicken
Deming bear relocated to Gila Wilderness
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:05:13-06:00Jun 30th, 2015|Comments Off on Deming bear relocated to Gila Wilderness
Survey indicates fishing even better in New Mexico
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Jun 25th, 2015|Comments Off on Survey indicates fishing even better in New Mexico
Plenty of youth elk hunting licenses for sale
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Jun 23rd, 2015|Comments Off on Plenty of youth elk hunting licenses for sale
Leftover deer, javelina licenses go on sale at 10 a.m. June 24
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Jun 11th, 2015|Comments Off on Leftover deer, javelina licenses go on sale at 10 a.m. June 24
Game Commission to meet at new location in Taos
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Jun 10th, 2015|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet at new location in Taos
Capitan man kills charging bear
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:06:35-06:00Jun 8th, 2015|Comments Off on Capitan man kills charging bear
Game Commission to meet Saturday, June 13, in Taos
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Jun 5th, 2015|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet Saturday, June 13, in Taos
Bear sought in attack on shed hunter
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:07:32-06:00Jun 2nd, 2015|Comments Off on Bear sought in attack on shed hunter
Officers kill puppy-eating cougar
NM Game & Fish2016-10-20T11:53:01-06:00May 29th, 2015|Comments Off on Officers kill puppy-eating cougar
Elephant Butte Lake to be stocked with 20,000 bass
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:08:24-06:00May 5th, 2015|Comments Off on Elephant Butte Lake to be stocked with 20,000 bass
Game Commission to meet May 7 in Farmington
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:09:05-06:00Apr 29th, 2015|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet May 7 in Farmington
Public meetings scheduled for bear and cougar hunting rules
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:09:11-06:00Apr 29th, 2015|Comments Off on Public meetings scheduled for bear and cougar hunting rules
Fox involved in attack tests positive for rabies
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:09:18-06:00Apr 23rd, 2015|Comments Off on Fox involved in attack tests positive for rabies
Trout removed from Lisboa Springs Fish Hatchery
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:09:44-06:00Apr 21st, 2015|Comments Off on Trout removed from Lisboa Springs Fish Hatchery
Single New Mexico duck tests positive for avian influenza
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:09:50-06:00Apr 14th, 2015|Comments Off on Single New Mexico duck tests positive for avian influenza
Citizen advisory committees to meet to recommend Habitat Stamp projects
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:09:58-06:00Apr 10th, 2015|Comments Off on Citizen advisory committees to meet to recommend Habitat Stamp projects
Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting seasons
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Apr 10th, 2015|Comments Off on Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting seasons
Clovis man pays $8,110 for catching 160 times his limit of trout
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Apr 8th, 2015|Comments Off on Clovis man pays $8,110 for catching 160 times his limit of trout
Fishing should be good this year — time to get a license
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:10:43-06:00Apr 1st, 2015|Comments Off on Fishing should be good this year — time to get a license
Special hunter education camp offered at Philmont Scout Ranch
NM Game & Fish2015-08-11T16:32:20-06:00Mar 24th, 2015|Comments Off on Special hunter education camp offered at Philmont Scout Ranch
Game Commission to meet March 26 in Alamogordo
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:11:11-06:00Mar 16th, 2015|Comments Off on Game Commission to meet March 26 in Alamogordo
Deadline fast approaching to apply for big-game hunting licenses
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Mar 11th, 2015|Comments Off on Deadline fast approaching to apply for big-game hunting licenses
Department-landowner agreement opens new bighorn sheep hunting area
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:11:25-06:00Mar 5th, 2015|Comments Off on Department-landowner agreement opens new bighorn sheep hunting area
Mescalero Apache School takes top honors at State Archery in the Schools Tournament
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Mar 3rd, 2015|Comments Off on Mescalero Apache School takes top honors at State Archery in the Schools Tournament
Comments sought on public-private land-swap hunting access agreements
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Mar 2nd, 2015|Comments Off on Comments sought on public-private land-swap hunting access agreements
Special-season bear and turkey draw results available Friday
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:12:29-06:00Feb 26th, 2015|Comments Off on Special-season bear and turkey draw results available Friday
State’s biggest archery tourney Saturday in Rio Rancho
NM Game & Fish2016-10-21T10:25:04-06:00Feb 26th, 2015|Comments Off on State’s biggest archery tourney Saturday in Rio Rancho
Wildlife Society honors Department wildlife disease specialist
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Feb 10th, 2015|Comments Off on Wildlife Society honors Department wildlife disease specialist
Eight Clovis men convicted of unlawful hunting
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Feb 10th, 2015|Comments Off on Eight Clovis men convicted of unlawful hunting
Outdoor Adventure show this weekend in Albuquerque
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Feb 9th, 2015|Comments Off on Outdoor Adventure show this weekend in Albuquerque
Department capture-relocation projects help pronghorns, landowners
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:14:06-06:00Jan 22nd, 2015|Comments Off on Department capture-relocation projects help pronghorns, landowners
Off-Highway Vehicle Trail Safety Fund Grant Money Available
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Jan 8th, 2015|Comments Off on Off-Highway Vehicle Trail Safety Fund Grant Money Available
News Releases for 2014
Hunting Rules & Information booklet available on department’s new website
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Dec 29th, 2014|0 Comments
Study: N.M. hunters, anglers spend more than $613 million
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:31:58-06:00Nov 13th, 2014|0 Comments
Late-season archery elk licenses available online October 29
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:32:38-06:00Oct 21st, 2014|0 Comments
Expect roadblocks statewide during hunting seasons
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:33:02-06:00Oct 14th, 2014|0 Comments
Rio Grande cutthroat trout no longer an endangered species candidate
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:33:26-06:00Oct 1st, 2014|0 Comments
Bighorn hunters will have more options, opportunities in 2015
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:06-07:00Sep 9th, 2014|0 Comments
Hunting seasons open for doves, grouse, squirrels, band-tailed pigeons; pellet guns approved for collared doves, grouse, squirrels
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Sep 2nd, 2014|0 Comments
Bear and cub captured near downtown Santa Fe
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:35:28-06:00Aug 22nd, 2014|0 Comments
Mimbres River Ranch purchase benefits wildlife, habitat
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:35:52-06:00Aug 8th, 2014|0 Comments
New bighorn sheep herd to be established in the Santa Fe National Forest
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Aug 7th, 2014|0 Comments
Learn more about the Responsible Hunter Program
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:36:42-06:00Aug 6th, 2014|0 Comments
Fish for big cats at Villanueva State Park
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:37:05-06:00Aug 4th, 2014|0 Comments
Expect roadblocks statewide during fall hunting seasons
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:37:41-06:00Jul 28th, 2014|0 Comments
Plague activity continues in the East Mountain area
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:38:04-06:00Jul 25th, 2014|0 Comments
Hunting licenses still available for elk, deer and javelina
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:38:35-06:00Jul 16th, 2014|0 Comments
Off-highway Vehicle Program announces grant awards for 2014
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:39:02-06:00Jul 10th, 2014|0 Comments
Department of Game and Fish officers busy over holiday
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:39:21-06:00Jul 10th, 2014|0 Comments
Mule deer poached near Carrizozo: Reward offered
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Jul 9th, 2014|0 Comments
Catch outdoor rewards this Independence Day
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:40:30-06:00Jul 3rd, 2014|0 Comments
WAFWA Lesser Prairie-Chicken Range-Wide Plan Nears 4 Million Acres
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Jul 1st, 2014|0 Comments
More than 2,000 youth elk licenses for sale beginning July 9
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Jun 26th, 2014|0 Comments
Fishing bag limits, tackle restrictions lifted on Santa Fe River
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:41:36-06:00Jun 23rd, 2014|0 Comments
Leftover deer, javelina licenses go on sale online at 10 a.m. June 25
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Jun 16th, 2014|0 Comments
Free children’s fishing derby June 14 in Santa Fe
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Jun 9th, 2014|0 Comments
Anglers out in force over Memorial Day
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:42:33-06:00Jun 6th, 2014|0 Comments
Unprecedented Effort Protects Prairie Chicken Habitat in Five States
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Jun 4th, 2014|0 Comments
Saturday, June 7, is free fishing day in New Mexico; youth clinics statewide
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Jun 2nd, 2014|0 Comments
New Mexico youths can receive donated hunting licenses
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:43:42-06:00May 22nd, 2014|0 Comments
Protect New Mexico waters from invasive species
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00May 20th, 2014|0 Comments
Grant county man ordered to pay $6,000 for allegedly poached deer
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:44:16-06:00May 20th, 2014|0 Comments
Northern New Mexico: hunters invited to give input on big-game hunting rules
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:44:33-06:00May 19th, 2014|0 Comments
Southeast New Mexico: hunters invited to give input on big-game hunting rules
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:44:50-06:00May 19th, 2014|0 Comments
Game Commission names Alexandra Sandoval Department of Game and Fish Director
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:45:08-06:00May 15th, 2014|0 Comments
Operation Game Thief tip leads to the seizure of more than a thousand trout
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:45:33-06:00May 14th, 2014|0 Comments
Department archaeologist wins prestigious Heritage Preservation Award
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00May 14th, 2014|0 Comments
New Mexico students set to release trout raised in the classroom
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:46:11-06:00May 9th, 2014|0 Comments
New Mexico cares about bears
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:46:29-06:00May 8th, 2014|0 Comments
Hatchery visitors help support future wildlife managers
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00May 5th, 2014|0 Comments
Southwest New Mexico: hunters invited to give input on big-game hunting rules
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:47:07-06:00May 1st, 2014|0 Comments
Albuquerque area Hunter Education instructors sought
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:47:23-06:00May 1st, 2014|0 Comments
May 1 is ‘Stop Poaching Day’
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Apr 30th, 2014|0 Comments
Enjoy wildlife areas, but remember permit
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:48:11-06:00Apr 29th, 2014|0 Comments
Big-game hunting application results available Wednesday
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:48:26-06:00Apr 22nd, 2014|0 Comments
Improvements underway at the Hammond Tract wildlife management area
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:48:57-06:00Apr 21st, 2014|0 Comments
Northwest New Mexico: hunters invited to give input on big-game hunting rules
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Apr 15th, 2014|0 Comments
Southwest New Mexico: hunters invited to give input on big-game hunting rules
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Apr 15th, 2014|0 Comments
Northeast New Mexico: Give input on big-game hunting rules
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Apr 15th, 2014|0 Comments
Pecos Canyon fishing, camping areas to reopen
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:50:16-06:00Apr 9th, 2014|0 Comments
NMDGF releases bobcats back into wild
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:50:33-06:00Apr 8th, 2014|0 Comments
Game Commission names finalists for next Game and Fish Director
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:51:22-06:00Apr 3rd, 2014|0 Comments
2014-2015 Fishing Season Begins
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T11:58:29-06:00Apr 2nd, 2014|0 Comments
Citizens Committees will meet to recommend Habitat Stamp Projects
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Mar 27th, 2014|0 Comments
Applicants for Bighorn Sheep, Oryx and Ibex Hunting Licenses Eligible for Full Refunds
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Mar 26th, 2014|0 Comments
Lesser Prairie-Chicken Range-Wide Plan Nears 4 Million Acres
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Mar 25th, 2014|0 Comments
Eagle Nest Lake Open to Boating
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:00:01-06:00Mar 24th, 2014|0 Comments
Court Ruling Gives New Mexico Resident Hunters Better Odds in Drawings for Bighorn Sheep, Oryx and Ibex
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:00:18-06:00Mar 24th, 2014|0 Comments
Rio Grande Gorge Stocked with Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Mar 20th, 2014|0 Comments
Young Archers Score Big at State Tournament
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Mar 10th, 2014|0 Comments
New Mexico’s Archery in Schools Tournament Scheduled March 8, 2014
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:01:29-06:00Feb 28th, 2014|0 Comments
Time is short to apply for 2014-15 Big-Game Hunting Licenses
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:07-07:00Feb 28th, 2014|0 Comments
Chairman resigns from State Game Commission
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:02:12-06:00Feb 17th, 2014|0 Comments
Off-Highway Vehicle Trail Safety Fund Grant Money Available
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:02:25-06:00Feb 17th, 2014|0 Comments
Wild Turkeys Trapped, Relocated
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:02:43-06:00Feb 14th, 2014|0 Comments
Hunters: Don’t Forget To File Your Mandatory Harvest Reports
NM Game & Fish2015-07-10T12:03:00-06:00Feb 11th, 2014|0 Comments
WAFWA Announces Landowner Sign-Up for Lesser Prairie-Chicken Conservation
NM Game & Fish2016-11-14T12:45:08-07:00Feb 6th, 2014|0 Comments