New Mexico Department of Game and Fish
Public contact, Information Center: (888) 248-6866
Media contact, Ryan Darr: (505) 476-8027
ryan.darr@dgf.nm.gov

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, JULY 12, 2022:

Apply now for sandhill crane and pheasant draw permits

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish will begin accepting applications for special sandhill crane and pheasant permits on Wednesday, July 13.

Sandhill crane

Applications can be made through your online account. The application deadline for special sandhill crane and pheasant permits is 5 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 17.

2022-23 Hunt Codes

Successful applicants must have a Game Hunting license and applicable stamp(s) in addition to their draw permit.

Successful sandhill crane applicants also must have a Harvest Information Program (HIP) number.

Digital copies of the 2022-2023 Upland Game and Migratory Bird Rules and Information Booklets will be available on the Department’s website later this year.

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