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Attention New Mexico bear hunters: Bear Management Zone 3 is closed effective Sept. 8, 2026, as the harvest limit has been reached. Please refer to the chart below for the most current harvest reports and zone status. Bear: Zone 3, 9 and 12 are closed. All other zones are open…
Read the full story →SANTA FE — Whether you’re heading into the field for the beginning of the big-game hunting season or enjoying New Mexico’s outdoors this Labor Day weekend, the New Mexico Department of Wildlife reminds off-highway vehicle riders to know the rules, ride safely and respect wildl…
Read the full story →Many over-the-counter hunting options remain available SANTA FE – The Labor Day weekend seems to mark the unofficial end of summer, however, the New Mexico Department of Wildlife reminds New Mexicans that there are many opportunities in the fall to get out and create memories…
Read the full story →Bear Management Zone 9 is closed effective Aug. 28, 2026, as the harvest limit has been reached. Please refer to the chart below for the most current harvest reports and zone status. Bear: Zone 9, 12 are closed. Zones 1, 2, 8, 10 and 14 will open Sept. 1. Please remember: Befo…
Read the full story →RED RIVER, N.M. — A man sustained non-life-threatening injuries Friday morning after being bitten by a bear while camping. Department of Wildlife conservation officers are currently on the scene investigating the incident and securing the area. The investigation is active and…
Read the full story →Hunters, please check your draw results by logging into your online customer account. If you have questions, assistance is available through our Information Center by calling 888-248-6866. The Information Center is open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. The post 2026-2027 draw…
Read the full story →CEDAR CREST, N.M. — A man sustained non-life-threatening injuries Wednesday morning after being bitten by a bear while walking his dogs in the Cedar Crest area.Department of Wildlife conservation officers are currently on the scene investigating the incident and securing the a…
Read the full story →Attractants such as trash, other food sources draw bears into populated areas SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Wildlife is warning the public that unsecured food sources such as garbage and fallen or rotten fruit are drawing bears into populated areas during severe drou…
Read the full story →The New Mexico Department of Wildlife is still accepting applications until 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12, for special Sandhill crane and pheasant permits. Applications can be made through your online account. Successful applicants must have a Game Hunting or Game Hunting and Fish…
Read the full story →SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Wildlife is conducting checkpoints throughout the state this hunting and fishing season to collect biological data and detect wildlife law violations. As a result, the public may encounter minor delays. Department officers may be assiste…
Read the full story →By Melissa Garnett Southeast Area Public Information Specialist Each year, Department of Wildlife Conservation Officers and Hunter Education staff coordinate youth hunting opportunities for local Hunter Education graduates. While Department hunting events take place across New…
Read the full story →SANTA FE – The New Mexico State Game Commission will hold a meeting starting at 9 a.m. Friday, March 20, 2026, at the New Mexico Department of Wildlife Northwest Area Office, 7816 Alamo Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. The full agenda, and other information, will be available on…
Read the full story →SANTA FE — For the upcoming 2026–2027 license year, the Department is reducing the number of Persian ibex licenses based on the most recent population data. These adjustments are necessary to support long‑term population stability and maintain future hunting opportunities. The…
Read the full story →SANTA FE – Members of the public will have opportunities to provide input as the New Mexico Department of Wildlife shapes its proposals for potential changes to several game species rules. Meetings will be held next month in: Albuquerque: Wednesday, March 11, from 5:30-8 p.m.…
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