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UID:10000828-1777536000-1777568400@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Backyard Bass and Aquatic Insects with Anansi Charter School
DESCRIPTION:Department staff will be teaching seventh- and eighth-grade students at Anansi Charter school the basics of casting and fishing and what trout eat (aquatic insect lesson). This event is closed to the public.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/backyard-bass-and-aquatic-insects-with-anansi-charter-school/
LOCATION:Arroyo Seco\, NM\, Arroyo Seco\, NM
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Fishing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260430T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260430T120300
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260520T222849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T223024Z
UID:10000858-1777537800-1777550580@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Fishing with Sydney Gutierrez Elementary
DESCRIPTION:Department staff will go over rod assembly\, knot-tying\, casting\, fishing etiquette\, hook and water safety\, baits\, flies and fishing with 42 kindergarten and first-grade students from Sydney Gutierrez Elementary in Roswell. This will be a two-part lesson. Part 1 on April 30 will consist of knot-tying and casting with the Backyard Bass kit at the school. Part 2 on May 1 will be a fishing day at Lake Van. This event is closed to the public.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/fishing-with-sydney-gutierrez-elementary/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:Lake Van
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Fishing Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/title-background-fish.png
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260501T123000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260520T222849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T223024Z
UID:10000859-1777624200-1777638600@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Fishing with Sydney Gutierrez Elementary
DESCRIPTION:Department staff will go over rod assembly\, knot-tying\, casting\, fishing etiquette\, hook and water safety\, baits\, flies and fishing with 42 kindergarten and first-grade students from Sydney Gutierrez Elementary in Roswell. This will be a two-part lesson. Part 1 on April 30 will consist of knot-tying and casting with the Backyard Bass kit at the school. Part 2 on May 1 will be a fishing day at Lake Van. This event is closed to the public.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/fishing-with-sydney-gutierrez-elementary/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Lake Van
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Fishing Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/title-background-fish.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260501T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260501T140000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260520T224841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T224841Z
UID:10000867-1777624200-1777644000@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Fishing Day with McCoy and Lydia Rippey Elementary Schools
DESCRIPTION:Department staff will conduct a fishing clinic for pre-K students from McCoy and Lydia Rippey elementary schools at Riverside Park in Aztec. Morning and afternoon participants will learn to assemble their rod and reel\, tie and bait their hooks and enjoy a day of catch-and-release fishing. This event is closed to the public.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/fishing-day-with-mccoy-and-lydia-rippey-elementary-schools/
LOCATION:Riverside Park Pond\, Aztec\, New Mexico
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Fishing Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/title-background-fish.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Matty Gonzales":MAILTO:mathewgonzales@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260407T180309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T180309Z
UID:10000811-1777712400-1777734000@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Bowhunter Skills Camp
DESCRIPTION:This camp is for participants of any age who are interested in learning more about the basics of archery and bowhunting. Participants will learn archery basics and safety\, how to choose equipment\, proper shot placement while hunting\, outdoor preparedness and more! \nAll archery equipment will be provided; however\, participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment if they have it. Camping is available at the State Park by reservation. Participants are responsible for all food and drinks. Youth under the age of 18 must have a parent or adult present during the camp. \nRegistration opens April 7\, 2026\, at 9 a.m. Click here to register. The registration link will also be available by clicking on the Hunter Education Camp tab on the Department’s website. \nAll participants must have a Department Customer Identification Number account and enter this number onto the registration form.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/bowhunter-skills-camp-4/
LOCATION:Manzano Mountains State Park\, Co Rd B062\, Mountainair\, New Mexico\, 87036
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Hunting Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hunter Education":MAILTO:dgf-he@dgf.nm.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260505T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260505T113000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260520T224301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T224301Z
UID:10000864-1777977000-1777980600@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Trout Senses\, Habitat\, Trout of New Mexico and Aquatic Insect Clinic with Pecos Elementary School
DESCRIPTION:Department staff will present to kindergartners through fifth-graders at Pecos Elementary School\, covering trout senses and habitat\, trout of New Mexico and aquatic insects of the Pecos River. This event is closed to the public.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/trout-senses-habitat-trout-of-new-mexico-and-aquatic-insect-clinic-with-pecos-elementary-school/
LOCATION:Pecos\, Pecos\, NM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Fishing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260520T230016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T230016Z
UID:10000871-1778140800-1778166000@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:James Bickley Elementary Second Grade Classroom Day
DESCRIPTION:A fishing classroom day will be held for second-grade classrooms 1\, 2 and 3 at James Bickley Elementary. Students will receive a “Getting Started” fishing presentation that will cover basic fishing onboarding to include the following topics: What is Fishing?\, types of New Mexico fish species/anatomy\, habitat\, diet\, understanding fishing gear\, tying knots and safety. This will also include a demonstration of how to assemble the rod and reel\, which will be put into practice during the fishing day that follows this class. This event is closed to the public.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/james-bickley-elementary-second-grade-classroom-day/
LOCATION:Clovis NM\, Colvis\, New Mexico
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Fishing Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/title-background-fish.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Matty Gonzales":MAILTO:mathewgonzales@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260507T143000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260520T224559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T224559Z
UID:10000865-1778158800-1778164200@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Fishing with Eagle Nest Elementary School
DESCRIPTION:Department staff will go over rod assembly\, knot-tying\, casting\, fishing etiquette\, hook and water safety\, baits\, flies and fishing with 15 third-graders from Eagle Nest Elementary. This will be a two-part lesson. Part 1 on May 7 will consist of knot-tying\, rod-rigging and casting with the Backyard Bass kit at the school. Part 2 on May 8 will be a fishing day at Eagle Nest Lake State Park\, where staff will go over the rest of the fishing-related topics\, safety\, tie on hooks and fish. This event is closed to the public.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/fishing-with-eagle-nest-elementary-school-2/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Eagle Nest Lake State Park\, Visitors Center (Colfax CO.)
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Fishing Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/title-background-fish.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260508T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260508T133000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260520T224559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T224559Z
UID:10000866-1778232600-1778247000@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Fishing with Eagle Nest Elementary School
DESCRIPTION:Department staff will go over rod assembly\, knot-tying\, casting\, fishing etiquette\, hook and water safety\, baits\, flies and fishing with 15 third-graders from Eagle Nest Elementary. This will be a two-part lesson. Part 1 on May 7 will consist of knot-tying\, rod-rigging and casting with the Backyard Bass kit at the school. Part 2 on May 8 will be a fishing day at Eagle Nest Lake State Park\, where staff will go over the rest of the fishing-related topics\, safety\, tie on hooks and fish. This event is closed to the public.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/fishing-with-eagle-nest-elementary-school-2/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Eagle Nest Lake State Park\, Visitors Center (Colfax CO.)
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Fishing Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20251113T230004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T230004Z
UID:10000603-1778313600-1778331600@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:ATV safety class
DESCRIPTION:The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Off-Highway Vehicle Program presents an ATV safety class in cooperation with the Los Lunas Open Space Division. Students earn the safety permit required for off-highway vehicle operators under the age of 18 years. \nATVs and safety gear are available for use during the class. \nSpace is limited – all students must have a free account with the Department of Game and Fish (https://onlinesales.wildlife.state.nm.us/). Students must be at least 6 years of age.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/atv-safety-class-22/
LOCATION:Los Lunas River Park\, Los Lunas
CATEGORIES:OHV Classes,OHV Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Desi Ortiz":MAILTO:desi.ortiz@dgf.nm.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260403T171651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T171651Z
UID:10000801-1778313600-1778338800@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:GilaFest Celebration
DESCRIPTION: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\, hiking and river access. \nClick here for more information on this event!
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/gilafest-celebration/
LOCATION:Glenwood\, Glenwood\, NM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation Events,Education Events,Fishing Events,Recreation Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Curt Coffman":MAILTO:dgf-wildlifeed@dgf.nm.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T143000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260520T225102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T225102Z
UID:10000868-1778752800-1778769000@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Classroom Fishing Presentation with Jose Barrios Elementary School
DESCRIPTION:Department staff will hold a fishing classroom presentation at Jose Barrios Elementary School for the morning and afternoon third-grade classes. Students will learn about New Mexico fish species\, habitat\, diet and fishing basics. Students will also learn about fishing safety and practice casting with an interactive casting session. This event is closed to the public.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/classroom-fishing-presentation-with-jose-barrios-elementary-school/
LOCATION:Silver City\, Silver City\, New Mexico
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Fishing Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/title-background-fish.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Matty Gonzales":MAILTO:mathewgonzales@aol.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260515T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260515T133000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260430T160956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T160956Z
UID:10000834-1778833800-1778851800@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Youth OHV Safety Course
DESCRIPTION:The New Mexico Department of Wildlife Off-Highway Vehicle Program will be conducting a youth dirt bike and ATV safety course in the Roswell area. ATVs and safety gear are available for use during the class. Registration for this event has closed.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/youth-ohv-safety-course/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Department of Game and Fish Roswell Office\, 1615 W. College Blvd\, Roswell\, New Mexico
CATEGORIES:OHV Classes,OHV Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/title-background-OHV10.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kent Irving":MAILTO:kent.irving@dgf.nm.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260515T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260515T140000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260520T225259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T225259Z
UID:10000869-1778833800-1778853600@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Fishing Day with Jose Barrios Elementary School
DESCRIPTION:Department staff will conduct a fishing clinic w/Jose Barrios Elementary School third-grade classes at Bill Evans Lake. Students and parents will learn to assemble their rod and reel\, tie and bait their hooks and enjoy a day of fishing. A fish-cleaning presentation will take place near the end of the session. This event is closed to the public.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/fishing-day-with-jose-barrios-elementary-school/
LOCATION:Bill Evans Lake
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Fishing Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/title-background-fish.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Matty Gonzales":MAILTO:mathewgonzales@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260402T194524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T224426Z
UID:10000798-1778846400-1778875200@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Advanced Hunter Education Skills Camp
DESCRIPTION:This camp is open to youth ages 10-17 who are accompanied by a registered adult. The camp is free\, meals will be provided and participants will tent-camp on the property. \nParticipants will learn safe and responsible firearms handling\, ethical hunting behaviors\, conservation\, wildlife identification and basic survival skills. Additionally\, participants will learn from Department conservation officers about their jobs\, including wildlife investigations\, decoy operations and working with wildlife. They will also test their marksmanship skills with shotguns. All equipment will be provided. \nRegistration opens April 6 at 9 a.m. (click here to register). Slots will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. To qualify for the camp\, participants must have a Customer Identification Number account with the Department and complete the required homework before attending.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/advanced-hunter-education-skills-camp-5/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Caballo Lake State Park\, 10 Palomino Rd.\, Caballo\, NM\, 87931\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Hunting Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/title-background-le.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hunter Education":MAILTO:dgf-he@dgf.nm.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T210000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260402T194524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T224426Z
UID:10000799-1778916600-1778965200@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Advanced Hunter Education Skills Camp
DESCRIPTION:This camp is open to youth ages 10-17 who are accompanied by a registered adult. The camp is free\, meals will be provided and participants will tent-camp on the property. \nParticipants will learn safe and responsible firearms handling\, ethical hunting behaviors\, conservation\, wildlife identification and basic survival skills. Additionally\, participants will learn from Department conservation officers about their jobs\, including wildlife investigations\, decoy operations and working with wildlife. They will also test their marksmanship skills with shotguns. All equipment will be provided. \nRegistration opens April 6 at 9 a.m. (click here to register). Slots will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. To qualify for the camp\, participants must have a Customer Identification Number account with the Department and complete the required homework before attending.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/advanced-hunter-education-skills-camp-5/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Caballo Lake State Park\, 10 Palomino Rd.\, Caballo\, NM\, 87931\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Hunting Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/title-background-le.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hunter Education":MAILTO:dgf-he@dgf.nm.gov
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260430T160157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T160157Z
UID:10000831-1778918400-1778950800@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Hunter Education
DESCRIPTION:Registration opens on May 2 at 9 a.m. and is conducted 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. \nWhat do I need for class: \n\nObtain a copy of the hunter education student manual by picking up a hard copy at the Garrison Safety Office on White Sands Missile Range\, Bldg. 124\, Room 303\, WSMR\, NM 88002\, or download a free electronic manual from www.hunter-ed.com/newmexico/manual/.\nComplete the worksheets from the student manual. Worksheets can be printed from the website listed above OR completed on pages 91-94 in the back of the hard copy student manual.\nThere are no fees associated with Department hunter education courses; however\, donations may be offered to volunteers to help offset out-of-pocket expenses to put on the course.\nBring a sack lunch\, snacks and drinks.\n\nSpecial notes: \n\nStudent worksheets must be 100% complete prior to class or students will not be allowed to participate in the course (no exceptions).\nDO NOT bring firearms or ammunition to the course. Firearms are provided.\nStudents MUST attend all course sessions. Students arriving late will not be permitted into class.\nStudents 10 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times during class.\n\nIf you need to cancel\, please log on to your CIN account and drop the course or call the Hunter Education Office at 505-222-4731.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/hunter-education-125/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Garrison Safety Office\, Bldg. 124 Crozier St.\, WSMR\, NM\, 88002
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Hunting Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/title-background-le.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Josh Blundell":MAILTO:joshua.p.blundell.civ@army.mil
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T133000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260430T160956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T160956Z
UID:10000835-1778920200-1778938200@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Youth OHV Safety Course
DESCRIPTION:The New Mexico Department of Wildlife Off-Highway Vehicle Program will be conducting a youth dirt bike and ATV safety course in the Roswell area. ATVs and safety gear are available for use during the class. Registration for this event has closed.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/youth-ohv-safety-course/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Department of Game and Fish Roswell Office\, 1615 W. College Blvd\, Roswell\, New Mexico
CATEGORIES:OHV Classes,OHV Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/title-background-OHV10.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kent Irving":MAILTO:kent.irving@dgf.nm.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T163000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260520T225652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T225652Z
UID:10000870-1778920200-1778949000@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Hunter Education with Live Fire
DESCRIPTION:Registration opens on May 2 at 9 a.m. and is conducted 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. \nWhat do I need for class: \n\nObtain a copy of the hunter education student manual by picking up a hard copy at the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Northwest Area Office\, 7816 Alamo Rd. NW\, Albuquerque\, NM 87120\, or download a free electronic manual from www.hunter-ed.com/newmexico/manual/.\nComplete the worksheets from the student manual. Worksheets can be printed from the website listed above OR completed on pages 91-94 in the back of the hard copy student manual.\nThere are no fees associated with Department hunter education courses; however\, donations may be offered to volunteers to help offset out-of-pocket expenses to put on the course.\nBring a sack lunch\, snacks and drinks.\nStudents will be outdoors for portions of the class so please dress accordingly.\n\nSpecial notes: \n\nStudent worksheets must be 100% complete prior to class or students will not be allowed to participate in the course (no exceptions).\nDO NOT bring firearms or ammunition to the course. Firearms are provided.\nStudents MUST attend all course sessions. Students arriving late will not be permitted into class.\nStudents 10 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times during class.\n\nIf you need to cancel\, please log on to your CIN account and drop the course or call the Hunter Education Office at 505-222-4731.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/hunter-education-with-live-fire-3/
LOCATION:BSSA – Belen Shooting Sports Association\, 699 W. Frontage Rd.\, Belen\, NM\, 87002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Hunting Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/title-background-le.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260430T161640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T161640Z
UID:10000836-1778922000-1778936400@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project — Reel the Gila
DESCRIPTION:A fishing day will be held for Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project at Bill Evans Lake. Families will participate in a getting-started discussion to cover fishing basics and safety. Following this\, participants will assemble their rod and reel\, tie hooks and learn casting techniques. Thereafter\, they will bait their rigs and enjoy a wonderful day practicing catch-and-release or catch-and-keep fishing throughout their session. This event is part of Nuestra Tierra’s commitment to breaking down barriers and ensuring every New Mexican has the knowledge\, mentorship and confidence to access our public lands and waters. \nClick here for more information on free registration.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/nuestra-tierra-conservation-project-reel-the-gila/
LOCATION:Bill Evans Lake
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Fishing Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matty Gonzales":MAILTO:mathewgonzales@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260517T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260402T194524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T224426Z
UID:10000800-1779003000-1779022800@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Advanced Hunter Education Skills Camp
DESCRIPTION:This camp is open to youth ages 10-17 who are accompanied by a registered adult. The camp is free\, meals will be provided and participants will tent-camp on the property. \nParticipants will learn safe and responsible firearms handling\, ethical hunting behaviors\, conservation\, wildlife identification and basic survival skills. Additionally\, participants will learn from Department conservation officers about their jobs\, including wildlife investigations\, decoy operations and working with wildlife. They will also test their marksmanship skills with shotguns. All equipment will be provided. \nRegistration opens April 6 at 9 a.m. (click here to register). Slots will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. To qualify for the camp\, participants must have a Customer Identification Number account with the Department and complete the required homework before attending.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/advanced-hunter-education-skills-camp-5/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Caballo Lake State Park\, 10 Palomino Rd.\, Caballo\, NM\, 87931\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Hunting Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hunter Education":MAILTO:dgf-he@dgf.nm.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260430T160157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T160157Z
UID:10000832-1779004800-1779037200@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Hunter Education
DESCRIPTION:Registration opens on May 2 at 9 a.m. and is conducted 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. \nWhat do I need for class: \n\nObtain a copy of the hunter education student manual by picking up a hard copy at the Garrison Safety Office on White Sands Missile Range\, Bldg. 124\, Room 303\, WSMR\, NM 88002\, or download a free electronic manual from www.hunter-ed.com/newmexico/manual/.\nComplete the worksheets from the student manual. Worksheets can be printed from the website listed above OR completed on pages 91-94 in the back of the hard copy student manual.\nThere are no fees associated with Department hunter education courses; however\, donations may be offered to volunteers to help offset out-of-pocket expenses to put on the course.\nBring a sack lunch\, snacks and drinks.\n\nSpecial notes: \n\nStudent worksheets must be 100% complete prior to class or students will not be allowed to participate in the course (no exceptions).\nDO NOT bring firearms or ammunition to the course. Firearms are provided.\nStudents MUST attend all course sessions. Students arriving late will not be permitted into class.\nStudents 10 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times during class.\n\nIf you need to cancel\, please log on to your CIN account and drop the course or call the Hunter Education Office at 505-222-4731.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/hunter-education-125/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Garrison Safety Office\, Bldg. 124 Crozier St.\, WSMR\, NM\, 88002
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Hunting Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Josh Blundell":MAILTO:joshua.p.blundell.civ@army.mil
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20250930T161909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T215552Z
UID:10000534-1779235200-1779321599@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Bush Memorial Shooting Range is closed for maintenance
DESCRIPTION:Bush Memorial Shooting Range is closed for maintenance
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/bush-memorial-shooting-range-is-closed-for-maintenance/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:Stephen M. Bush Memorial Shooting Range\, Clayton\, New Mexico
CATEGORIES:Recreation Events,Shooting Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cody Johnston":MAILTO:cody.johnston@dgf.nm.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T123000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260520T230406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T152049Z
UID:10000872-1779265800-1779280200@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:James Bickley Elementary Second Grade Fishing Day
DESCRIPTION:A fishing day will be held for second-grade classes 1\, 2 and 3 from James Bickley Elementary at Greene Acres Lake. Participants will take what they learned in their classroom talks and put it to the test in a hands-on fishing experience where they’ll explore and connect with all things fishing and grow their outdoor passion. Classrooms and chaperones will rotate between fishing and an interactive casting game where they will learn about New Mexico state fish species and records. Staff will expand a bit on technique\, understanding baits and bites\, catch-and-release and other aspects of sustainable fishing. This event is closed to the public.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/james-bickley-elementary-second-grade-fishing-day/
LOCATION:Greene Acres Lake\, Clovis\, New Mexico
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Fishing Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matty Gonzales":MAILTO:mathewgonzales@aol.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260121T210648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T151533Z
UID:10000697-1779958800-1779987600@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:State Game Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Mexico State Game Commission will meet Thursday\, May 28\, at 9 a.m. at the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology\, Fidel Student Union Building\, 801 Leroy Pl.\, Socorro\, NM 87801. The full agenda\, and other information\, will be available on the Department of Wildlife website.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/state-game-commission-meeting-3/
LOCATION:New Mexico Tech Fidel Student Union Building\, 801 Leroy Pl.\, Socorro\, NM\, 87801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commission Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260529T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260531T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260430T160628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T160628Z
UID:10000833-1780041600-1780228800@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Family Crappie Fishing Camp
DESCRIPTION:The New Mexico Department of Wildlife\, in conjunction with New Mexico Outdoor Adventures\, will host a Family Crappie Fishing Camp at Navajo Lake State Park on May 29-31\, 2026. Campers will be provided with everything from instruction to gear to meals. Campers will need to provide their own fishing licenses\, tent or wheeled camper\, sleeping bag and sleeping pad. We will have a reserved group camping area at the State Park. Open to families and individuals with previous fishing experience\, but who have never fished for crappie. \nRegistration will open at 8 a.m. Monday\, May 11\, 2026. 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. Click here to register.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/family-crappie-fishing-camp/
LOCATION:Navajo Lake State Park\, 1448 NM-511\, Navajo Dam\, NM\, 87419\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Fishing Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Amaro":MAILTO:jason_amaro@hotmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260520T161134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T161134Z
UID:10000844-1780617600-1780876799@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:New Mexico Youth Hunter Education Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Department will be assisting the New Mexico YHEC 501c3 with putting on this year’s youth hunter education challenge. \nNew Mexico Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC) is held once a year for kids ages 7-18 to help improve their hunting\, marksmanship and safety skills. \nThrough simulated hunting situations\, live fire competitions\, and responsible hunting events\, YHEC helps build upon skills learned in basic hunter education courses and encourages safer\, lifelong hunting habits. \nFrom rifle\, bow and muzzleloader shooting at life-sized targets\, to wildlife identification\, map and compass orienteering and more\, YHEC participants get hands-on training in eight skill areas\, giving them expertise in all hunting practices. \nRegistration for the Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC) will be on nmyhec.com.\nParticipants must have taken a hunter education class to compete.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/new-mexico-youth-hunter-education-challenge-2/
LOCATION:NRA Whittington Center\, Raton\, New Mexico
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Hunting Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260521T202835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T202906Z
UID:10000876-1780731000-1780750800@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Sixth Annual Outdoor Adventure Day at Liam Knight Pond
DESCRIPTION:Join the New Mexico Department of Wildlife and Corrales Parks and Rec for the Sixth Annual Outdoor Adventure Day at Liam Knight Pond! This event includes a fishing derby for youth age 17 and under\, as well as archery and pellet gun ranges. Prizes will be given for the largest and smallest fish\, with a bag limit of two catfish per angler. There will also be archery and pellet gun shooting competitions. All you need to do is bring your own fishing equipment and bait.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/sixth-annual-outdoor-adventure-day-at-liam-knight-pond/
LOCATION:Liam Knight Pond\, Corrales\, New Mexico
CATEGORIES:Fishing Events,Recreation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103222
CREATED:20260521T204102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T204102Z
UID:10000879-1780732800-1780747200@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Fishing with a Cop
DESCRIPTION:The Third Annual New Mexico Desert Dogs “Fishing with a Cop” event takes place at Young Park Pond in Las Cruces. The event is open to all ages and features giveaways\, a skills station\, a DJ\, food and family fun! You can also pick up a free kids rod-and-reel combo while supplies last.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/fishing-with-a-cop/
LOCATION:Young’s Park Pond\, Las Crucesq\, New Mexico
CATEGORIES:Fishing Events,Recreation Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T103223
CREATED:20260521T201435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T202017Z
UID:10000873-1780732800-1780765200@wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
SUMMARY:Hunter Education
DESCRIPTION:Registration opens on May 23 at 9 a.m. and is conducted 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. \nWhat do I need for class: \n\nObtain a copy of the hunter education student manual by picking up a hard copy at the Pine Hill Center for Health Promotion\, Indian Service Route 140 and Indian Service Route 125\, Pinehill\, NM\, between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday\, or download a free electronic manual from www.hunter-ed.com/newmexico/manual/.\nComplete the worksheets from the student manual. Worksheets can be printed from the website listed above OR completed on pages 91-94 in the back of the hard copy student manual.\nThere are no fees associated with Department hunter education courses; however\, donations may be offered to volunteers to help offset out-of-pocket expenses to put on the course.\nBring a sack lunch\, snacks and drinks.\nStudents will be outdoors for portions of the class\, so please dress accordingly.\n\nSpecial notes: \n\nStudent worksheets must be 100% complete prior to class or students will not be allowed to participate in the course (no exceptions).\nDO NOT bring firearms or ammunition to the course. Firearms are provided.\nStudents MUST attend all course sessions. Students arriving late will not be permitted into class.\nStudents 10 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times during class.\n\nIf you need to cancel\, please log on to your CIN account and drop the course or call the Hunter Education Office at 505-222-4731.
URL:https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/event/hunter-education-126/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:Pine Hill Center for Health Promotion\, Indian Service Route 140 and Indian Service Route 125\, Pinehill\, NM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Events,Hunting Events
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