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NMDGF releases bobcats back into wild

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Media contact: Rachel Shockley, (505) 476-8071 Public contact: (888) 248-6866 Rachel.shockley@state.nm.us FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, APRIL 8, 2014: DEPARTMENT OF GAME AND FISH RELEASES BOBCATS BACK INTO THE WILD SANTA FE – Three young bobcats are back in the wild after being released April 4 by Department of Game and Fish staff near Glorieta Mesa near Santa Fe. Department of Game and Fish releases bobcats back into the wildThe Wildlife Center in Española rehabilitated the bobcats after they were found in residential areas of Eldorado near Santa Fe last spring. A homeowner discovered a litter of bobcats under his deck and called the department for advice. Conservation Officer Brady Griffith told the homeowner to leave the bobcats alone and wait for the mother to move the kittens. The mother moved her kittens, but she left one behind. The homeowner asked Griffith for help and [...]

Game Commission names finalists for next Game and Fish Director

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Media contact: Rachel Shockley, (505) 476-8071 Public contact: (888) 248-6866 Rachel.shockley@state.nm.us FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, APRIL 3, 2014: GAME COMMISSION NAMES FINALISTS FOR NEXT GAME AND FISH DIRECTOR ALBUQUERQUE – The New Mexico State Game Commission announced Thursday, after more than three hours of deliberation, a list of four finalists for the director position of the Department of Game and Fish. The finalists are: • Edward "Ted" Koch, employed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. He holds a master's degree in zoology and a bachelor's degree in biology. • Brian Wakeling, employed by the Arizona Game and Fish Department. He holds a master's degree in environmental resources and a bachelor's degree in wildlife biology. • Alexandra J. Sandoval, employed by the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish. She holds a master's degree in business administration and a bachelor's degree in wildlife management. [...]

Game Commission properties in Pecos Canyon to reopen

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Media contact: Rachel Shockley, (505) 476-8071 Public contact: (888)-248-6866 Rachel.shockley@state.nm.us FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, APRIL 2, 2014: GAME COMMISSION PROPERTIES IN PECOS CANYON TO REOPEN TERRERO – The Department of Game and Fish will reopen two popular State Game Commission properties in the Pecos Canyon to anglers and wildlife viewers April 18. The Bert Clancy and Terrero fishing and recreation areas along N.M. 63 were closed last summer after the Tres Lagunas and Jarosa wildfires prompted concerns for public safety because of the possibility of flash floods. The nearby Mora and Jamie Koch fishing and recreation areas were also closed, but have since reopened. Anyone accessing these properties is required to have a valid hunting, fishing or trapping license or a Gaining Access into Nature permit. The department urges visitors to remember to purchase their licenses and permits before leaving Pecos. There are limited [...]

2014-2015 Fishing Season Begins

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Media contact: Rachel Shockley, (505) 476-8071 Public contact: (888)-248-6866 Rachel.shockley@state.nm.us FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, APRIL 2, 2014: 2014-2015 FISHING SEASON BEGINS SANTA FE – Fishing season has begun and anglers are required to purchase 2014-2015 annual fishing licenses to fish in New Mexico state waters. Last year’s 2013-2014 fishing licenses expired March 31. Anglers can purchase their licenses online at the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish website at www.wildlife.state.nm.us, toll-free at (888) 248-6866, at all department offices or at local vendors. Children age 11 and under may fish without a license and New Mexico residents 70 years and older qualify for free annual fishing licenses and are not required to purchase a Habitat Improvement Stamp, a Habitat Management & Access Validation or a second-rod validation. Discounted licenses for disabled and military anglers also are available. “Spring has sprung, and warmer temperatures mean [...]

Citizens Committees will meet to recommend Habitat Stamp Projects

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish Media contact: Dan Williams, (505) 476-8004 Public contact: (888) 248-6866 dan.williams@state.nm.us FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, MARCH 27, 2014: CITIZENS COMMITTEES WILL MEET TO RECOMMEND HABITAT STAMP PROJECTS SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has scheduled statewide Habitat Stamp Citizens Advisory Committee meetings for 2014. The committee will prioritize habitat improvement projects for 2015 and 2016. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend meetings: • Southeast: 10 a.m. April 5, U.S. Forest Service office, 901 Mechem Drive, Ruidoso. • Central: 1 p.m. April 8, BLM office, 435 Montano Road NE, Albuquerque. • Northeast: 1 p.m. April 10, BLM office, 226 Cruz Alta Road, Taos. • Northwest: 1 p.m. April 14, U.S. Forest Service office (in the old Rio Vista Elementary School building), 1100 N. Rio Vista, Bloomfield. • Southwest: 9 a.m. May 3, BLM office, 1800 Marquess St., Las [...]

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