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Coldwater Fishing Workshop
2025-10-19 08:30 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | Department of Game and Fish Albuquerque Office, 7816 Alamo Rd NW, Albuquerque
The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish will host a beginner Coldwater Fishing Workshop at the Albuquerque Game and Fish office on Sunday, Oct. 19, from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Participants will learn fishing techniques, fish identification, necessary gear, rules and regulations, terminal tackle, knot tying and casting. Open to adults with little or no coldwater fishing experience.
Registration for both workshops will open at 8 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. It will close when the workshop is full. This workshop is free and open for adults, 18 years of age and older. Registration link: https://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cCLxITEXpeoWgaG

Hunter Education
2025-10-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-18 08:00 - 17:00 | 120 Shain Rd, 120 Shain Rd., Alto, New Mexico
This course is open to students of any age seeking hunter education certification to meet hunting requirements in New Mexico. This course is an instructor-led student course that incorporates lecture, video, hands-on break-out sessions, review methods and homework to educate students. Students 10 and under must have a parent or adult present with them during class. All registered students MUST complete the Today’s Hunter student manual homework before participating in class. The manual can be downloaded for free at www.hunter-ed.com/newmexico/manual/ or students can pick up a free hard-copy manual at 300 Central Ave., Carrizozo, NM 88301. Students are required to turn in their completed manual worksheets upon arrival to class.
Registration opens on Oct. 1 at 9 a.m. and is conducted online through the student’s Customer ID Number (CIN) Account. Once in the account, click on Hunter Education then click the Register for Hunter Ed Classes button and follow the prompts.

Fall Fest
2025-10-15 08:30 - 15:30 | Santa Fe, Santa Fe, New Mexico
The Department of Game and Fish is joining NM State Agencies and the Governor’s office at the annual Fall Fest. Department staff will be providing education activities on wildlife and wild spaces as well as teaching basic fishing and casting skills

Bush Memorial Shooting Range is closed for maintenance
2025-10-15 | Stephen M. Bush Memorial Shooting Range, Clayton, New Mexico

Tres Piedras Primitive Shooting Range will be closed
2025-10-13 | Tres Piedras Primitive Shooting Range
Tres Piedras Primitive Shooting Range will be closed for maintenance.

Hunter Education
2025-10-05 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-04 09:00 - 17:00 | Department of Game and Fish Roswell Office, 1615 W. College Blvd, Roswell, New Mexico
This course is open to students of any age seeking hunter education certification to meet hunting requirements in New Mexico. This course is an instructor-led student course that incorporates lecture, video, break-out sessions, review methods and homework to educate students. Students 10 and under must have a parent/adult present with them during class. All students MUST complete the Today’s Hunter student manual homework before participating in class. Students can pick up a free hard copy manual at the Roswell Country Club, 2601 Urton Rd., Roswell, NM 88201. The manual can also be downloaded for free at, www.hunter-ed.com/newmexico/manual/. Students are required to turn in their completed manual worksheets upon arrival to class.
Registration opens on September 17th @ 9am and is conducted online through the students Customer Id Number (CIN) Account. Once in the account, click on Hunter Education then click the Register for Hunter Ed Classes button and follow the prompts.

Elevate Your Coaching at the NASP Coaches Summit
2025-10-05 09:00 - 13:00 | Department of Game and Fish Albuquerque Office, 7816 Alamo Rd NW, Albuquerque
Take your coaching to the NEXT LEVEL by joining fellow NASP® educators and coaches for a half-day of immersive learning. You’ll gain proven strategies, hands-on drills, and insider secrets that you can apply immediately at your next practice and throughout the season. SESSION HIGHLIGHTS: Advanced Coaching Techniques; Step-by Step Methods for Developing the Beginning Archer; Proven Mental Management Tools to Conquer Target Panic; In-Depth Tutorial on Setting Up and Running a Tournament Using the NASP Pro Software.
Registration Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4DADA628A5F49-58442871-2025
Registration is limited to 25 participants

Hunter Education
2025-10-05 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Department of Game and Fish Las Cruces Office, 2715 E. Northrise Dr, Las Cruces, New Mexico
This course is open to students of any age seeking hunter education certification to meet hunting requirements in New Mexico. This course is an instructor-led student course that incorporates lecture, video, hands-on break-out sessions, review methods and homework to educate students. Students 10 and under must have a parent or adult present with them during class. All registered students MUST complete the Today’s Hunter student manual homework before participating in class. The manual can be downloaded for free at, www.hunter-ed.com/newmexico/manual/ or students can pick up a free hard copy manual at Las Cruces Game and Fish Office, 2715 E Northrise Dr., Las Cruces, NM 88011. Students are required to turn in their completed manual worksheets upon arrival to class.
Registration opens on September 17th, at 9 a.m. and is conducted online through the students Customer Id Number (CIN) Account. Once in the account, click on Hunter Education then click the Register for Hunter Ed Classes button and follow the prompts.

Come Shoot 5-stand
2025-10-04 09:00 - 14:00 | Albuquerque Trap Club, 9617 Broadway Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Come shoot a free round of shotgun on the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish!
The newly completed 5-stand shotgun range at the Albuquerque Trap Club is now open.
Certified shotgun coaches and range safety officers will be on site to ensure your safety and enjoyment during shooting.
All safety gear, shotguns and shells will be provided. No experience necessary.

Wildlife for Everyone
2025-10-03 16:30 - 19:30 | Volcano Discovery Center, Valles Caldera, Caldera, New Mexico
Join the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish, along with our partners; the National Park Service and Be the Blessing: The Richard Montoya Organization, for a wildlife viewing event that gives kids with disabilities the opportunity to get outside and experience New Mexico’s elk. This event is closed to the public.
Be the Blessing : The Richard Montoya Organization Angelique Montoya

Wild Turkey Presentation with V. Sue Cleveland HS Wildlife Students
2025-09-30 12:16 - 14:30, 2025-09-23 12:16 - 14:30 | Rio Rancho
Department staff will give two presentations about wild turkeys to wildlife students at V. Sue Cleveland High School. This event is closed to the public.

Small Game Hunting Camp.
2025-09-28 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-27 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-26 12:00 - 17:00 | El Caso Forest Service campground, Quemado Lake, New Mexico
The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish, in conjunction with New Mexico Outdoor Adventures, will host a beginner family Small Game Hunting Camp at El Caso Forest Service campground, near Quemado Lake, on Sept. 26-28, 2025. Campers will be provided with everything from instruction to gear to meals. Campers will need to provide their own hunting licenses, tent or wheeled camper, sleeping bag and sleeping pad. We will have a reserved group camping area at the campground. Open to families with little or no hunting experience and who have never hunted squirrels.

Registration will open at 8 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 8, 2025. It will close when the camp is full. Please only register if you have not previously attended this camp. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Registration link: https://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6zfLiWSjEhCjOzs

Archery in Motion (AIM) 3-D Archery Challenge 2025
2025-09-27 08:30 - 13:30 | Department of Game and Fish Santa Fe Office, 1 Wildlife Way,, Santa Fe, New Mexico
Archers will shoot a 15-target 3-D range throughout a half-mile walking course over uneven dirt terrain.
There are six categories to shoot in, including divisions for youth archers and parent/child teams as well as a shoot-what-you-bring open division.
Registration: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4DADA628A5F49-58077598-2025

Tiger Pond Fishing Derby
2025-09-27 08:00 - 14:00 | Tiger Pond, Aztec, New Mexico
Free youth fishing derby at Tiger Pond in Aztec, NM. There will also be other activities such as archery, pellet guns, OHV simulator, and the Poach Coach. Fishing equipment will not be provided. Anglers will have to bring their own tackle.

Small Game Hunting Camp
2025-09-26 - 2025-09-28 | El Caso Forest Service campground, Quemado Lake, New Mexico
The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish in conjunction with New Mexico Outdoor Adventures will host a beginner family Small Game Hunting Camp, at El Caso Forest Service campground, near Quemado Lake, on September 26-28, 2025. Campers will be provided with everything from instruction to gear to meals. Campers will need to provide their own hunting licenses, tent or wheeled camper, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad. We will have a reserved group camping area at the campground. Open to families with little or no hunting experience and have never hunted squirrels.
Registration will open at 8 am on Monday, September 8, 2025. It will close when the camp is full. Please only register if you have not previously attended this camp. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Registration link: https://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6zfLiWSjEhCjOzs

47th Annual New Mexico Conference on Aging
2025-09-24, 2025-09-23 | Glorieta, New Mexico, Glorieta, New Mexico
This statewide event brings together older adults, caregivers, tribal leaders, aging services providers, advocates, and policymakers to explore innovative practices and resources that support aging well in New Mexico. The Department of Game and Fish will be providing a session on photographing wildlife as well as teaching basic archery skills.

Knot-tying/basic fishing information station at Latino Outdoors Event
2025-09-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Barelas Community Park, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Department staff will work a knot-tying station/basic information station at a Latino Conservation Week event which will be held at Barelas Community Park.
Please contact Laura for more information.

Bear and Cougar Presentation with Cibola Search and Rescue Volunteers
2025-09-11 | Albuquerque, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Outdoor Economics Conference and Expo
2025-09-08 - 2025-09-10 | Gallup, Gallup, New Mexico
The New Mexico Outdoor Economics Conference helps advance economic development strategies and opportunities connected to public lands. The Department of Wildlife will be providing an information booth on outdoor recreation, wildlife and wild spaces.

Dragonfly Festival
2025-09-06 08:00 - 14:00 | Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge
Come join the refuge and Friends of Bitter Lake for this free, fun-for-all 2025 Dragonfly Festival at Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge for some great family fun from Sept. 5-7. Department staff will be in attendance Saturday, Sept. 6, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. with the poach coach and NASP archery set up.

Casting at Scouts Fall Adventure Day
2025-08-30 09:00 - 13:00 | Albuquerque, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Department staff will be working a casting station along with Scout volunteers.
Please contact Randy Reed for more information.

NM State Game Commission Meeting – Virtual
2025-08-28 13:30 - 15:30 | virtual or zoom
