NMDGF Fishing Calendar

Welcome to our fishing calendar, posting the latest events, deadlines, and important date announcements from the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish. The full department-wide calendar can be found under Home → NMDGF Calendar.

OTC license sales begin

March 25 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

2026-2027 over-the-counter (OTC) license types, including Game-Hunting Licenses and Game-Hunting & Fishing Licenses, are available online at https://onlinesales.wildlife.state.nm.us, by telephone at 888-248-6866, at New Mexico Department of Wildlife offices and at license vendors.

2026-2027 License Year Begins

April 1 @ 12:00 am

The 2026-2027 license year begins April 1. All 2025-2026 licenses will no longer be valid.

  • Mar
    25
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    OTC license sales begin

    March 25 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    2026-2027 over-the-counter (OTC) license types, including Game-Hunting Licenses and Game-Hunting &am...

  • Apr
    1
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    2026-2027 License Year Begins

    April 1 @ 12:00 am

    The 2026-2027 license year begins April 1. All 2025-2026 licenses will no longer be valid.

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