The Department of Wildlife Presents
Saturday, May 9 • Glenwood, New Mexico
Join the New Mexico Department of Wildlife for a family-friendly day of outdoor fun, wildlife experiences and community celebration as we mark two major milestones: The completion of a decade-long renovation of the Glenwood State Fish Hatchery and the opening of the new Glenwood-Allred Wildlife Management Area, a beautiful destination for birding and hiking. For more information on GilaFest, visit the Department's website.
Event Schedule
- 8 a.m. — Birding Hike: Explore the rich birdlife of the Glenwood‑Allred Wildlife Management Area with experienced guides.
- 9 a.m. — Gila Trout Stocking: Come help us transport and release Gila trout from the Glenwood State Fish Hatchery into Whitewater Creek at the Catwalk Recreation Area. See below for more details.
- 10 a.m.-2 p.m. — Activities at Glenwood Community Park: Enjoy hands‑on wildlife and outdoor activities for all ages, including archery, a bowfishing simulation, remote‑control OHV safety course, wildlife identification and demonstrations from partner agencies and organizations.
- 1, 2 and 3 p.m. — Fish Hatchery Tours: Learn about the newly renovated Glenwood State Fish Hatchery and its role in Gila trout conservation.
- 2 p.m. — "Breaking Bad Habits": Help us keep the Glenwood area clean and litter-free with this community clean-up event at Glenwood Community Park.
Please note some activities will take place on uneven terrain; hiking boots and outdoor clothing are recommended, as well as water, a hat, and sunscreen.
Gila Trout Stocking
This is a great chance for the public to help stock one of the world's rarest trout species — and one of New Mexico's native trout! Here are the details about this unique opportunity:
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- Participants are asked to arrive at the Catwalk Recreation Area parking lot by 9 a.m.
- The method of stocking will depend on water conditions, but plans are to stock fish a short walk from the parking lot using buckets. More fish will be stocked further up the Catwalk Trail, with bags of fish placed into backpacks for transport. The Department will provide buckets, bags, water and fish from the Glenwood State Fish Hatchery.
- We recommend wearing sturdy — and ideally waterproof — hiking boots for navigating the trail and streambanks. If you would like to participate in the stocking efforts further up the trail, please bring a backpack large enough to hold a fish bag with a few gallons of water.
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If you are interested in partnering with us by providing a demonstration, activity booth or sharing educational materials, or would like more details, we would be happy to connect. For more information, contact Assistant Chief of Education Curt Coffman at
We look forward to celebrating New Mexico's wildlife and heritage with you at GilaFest!
