NM Game and Fish Upcoming Events

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: Category: Non-Local News Releases; 08 January 2025

Outdoor recreation in New Mexico may seem limited in the winter, but there is still a lot you can do out there!

Check out these upcoming events to get involved.

You can see all of the Department's upcoming events on our website.

Attention Hunters!

Our friends at the Boone and Crockett Club announced the official unveiling of the Fair Chase and Hunter Ethics Course, an online learning module that is sure to excite new and seasoned hunters across the continent. The

hour-long instructional unit is sure to keep you entertained and on point with attention-grabbing videos, interactive questions, audio recordings and great historical photos from the B&C archive. The course is designed to:

Deepen Your Understanding: Dive deep into the rich tradition of Fair Chase. Learn not just the "how," but also the "why" behind responsible and ethical hunting.
Establish Your Ethical Ground: Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just beginning, redefine and solidify your hunting principles. Ensure every hunt respects the animal and nature.
Join a Legacy: Be part of the long tradition of the Boone and Crockett Club. Know that you're aligning with the best in ethical hunting practices.

Women's Duck Hunting Camp

Women over 18 who are interested in learning to duck hunt are invited to a three-day camp, Jan. 17-19 near Caballo Lake State Park. Participants will learn how to identify ducks, rules and regulations and hunter safety. They will also get to take part in target shooting, duck hunting and field dressing ducks. Mia Anstine, George Oberstadt and Dr. Ryan Luna will be guest hunting instructors.

Registration is currently open on a first-come-first-served basis. Click here to register.

Start Thinking About the 2025-2026 Hunting Season

The big game draw will be opening Jan. 15. Youth under age 18 must have completed a Hunter Education course prior to applying for the draw. Classes fill up quickly prior to the draw, so don't delay — sign up for Hunter Education today!

More classes are listed daily – click here to see the current list of classes.

To register for a hunter education class, click here and log into the student’s customer account.

The Department also offers online courses, including one in Spanish, for anyone 10 years of age and older. Click here to learn more.

Now Open! Five-Stand Shotgun Shooting Opportunity in Albuquerque

The Department is proud to partner with the Albuquerque Trap Club and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to construct a new Five-Stand range in Albuquerque. If you are unfamiliar with 5-Stand Shotgun Shooting, check out the USA Clay Targets website.

The new range is located just off of Interstate 25 and Broadway Boulevard SE. Check out the Albuquerque Trap Club’s website for more details including cost, times the range is open and more!

Save the Date!

Join Us At This Year's Outdoor Adventures Show!

The 2025 Outdoor Adventures Show is coming up Feb. 14-16 at Expo New Mexico in Albuquerque. This year's show includes a 3D archery tournament for adult men and women from 8-9 a.m. Feb. 15 — click here to register or see the attached flyer for more details.

Jan. 11 and 12 – Hunter Education class on White Sands Missile Range, click here to register.
Jan. 18 – Hunter Education instructor training Raton, click here to register.
Jan. 18 – Ram’s Quest for the Bullseye – Archery Tournament in Rio Rancho for NASP Schools.
Jan. 18 and 19 – Hunter Education class in Jal, click here to register.
Jan. 18 and 19 – Hunter Education class in Grants, click here to register.
Jan. 18 and 19 – Hunter Education class in Sandia Park, click here to register.
Jan. 25 – Española Valley High School Bullseye Tournament – Archery Tournament for NASP Schools.
Jan. 25 and 26 - Hunter Education class in Timberon, click here to register.
Jan. 25 and 26 - Hunter Education class in Taos, click here to register.
Jan. 31 to Feb. 2 – NASP City 3-D Archery Championship – Archery Tournament in Albuquerque for NASP Schools.
Feb. 1 and 2 – Hunter Education class in Clovis, click here to register.
Feb. 8 – On Target Archery Tournament – Archery Tournament in Rio Rancho for NASP Schools
Feb. 8 – Red Mountain Shootout Bullseye and 3D Tournament in Deming for NASP Schools.
Feb. 14 to 16 State 3-D Archery Championships in Albuquerque for NASP Schools.
Feb. 14-16 – Outdoor Adventures Show in Albuquerque.
Feb. 15 and 16 - Hunter Education class in Taos, click here to register.
Feb. 21 to 23 – NASP City Bullseye Archery Championship – Archery Tournament in Albuquerque for NASP Schools.
March 1 and 2 – Hunter Education class in Clovis, click here to register.

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