Fishing Calendar

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 [...]

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 [...]

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.

Come out and meet your local Conservation Officers, who will teach you how to shoot a bow and identify wildlife, and if you're age 17 and under, they'll teach you how to fish! The Backyard Bass event is appearing this year with a hands-on casting class designed for younger youth! Bring your own fishing poles [...]

Join New Mexico Child First Network and the New Mexico Department of Wildlife with our friends, family and community as we celebrate foster care with our Fourth Annual FREE Foster Family Picnic and Extravaganza! Please plan for a day of full sun; please pack water, shade, hats and sunscreen. Click here to register.