Apply Now for Big Game Draw

Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
Published: 24 February 2021 24 February 2021

#HuntNM21 -- Deadlines are approaching fast.

Hunters, even if you are not ready to apply, make sure that you can log into your account. Hold times are already extended and expected to get longer. Log into your account here.

NMDGF general banner

Deadlines are approaching fast.

  • March 10 at 5:00 p.m. - Deadline to qualify for the incentive program.
  • March 17 at 5:00 p.m. - Deadline to apply for draw licenses for Barbary sheep, bighorn sheep, deer, elk, ibex, javelina, pronghorn and oryx. Deadline to submit late 2020–21 harvest reports for deer, elk, pronghorn and turkey; an $8 late fee will apply.
  • April 7 - Deadline to submit 2020–21 harvest reports for Barbary sheep, ibex, javelina, oryx and trapper license holders to be eligible for big-game licenses.

Hunters, even if you are not ready to apply, make sure that you can log into your account. Hold times are already extended and expected to get longer. Log into your account here.
Apply Here 2021

Hunter Education

Hunter Education Skills

Is your child 10 years of age or older? They can still complete hunter education online!

New Mexico residents 10 years of age and older have the option of earning their New Mexico hunter education certification completely online. Courses are entirely online, self paced and the certification is recognized in all 50 states. All online course options are provided through a Department-approved outside vendor. Online students are required to pass all chapter quizzes and a final exam to earn their New Mexico hunter education number.

Learn more here.

Need Assistance - We are here to help

Javelina

Due to COVID restrictions, support for applying will be limited in 2021. Hunters are encouraged to apply early. DO NOT wait until the last minute to apply.

Application assistance is also available virtually. Message us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or TikTok. You can email the Department's Information Center. You can also call our Information Center at (888) 248-6866, but due to call volume expect extended wait times.
Black bear

#HuntNM21 - "All you need to know" virtual series

  • February 24 - Meet the Biologists – Nicole Tatman, big game program manager, and Austin Teague, SE area biologist, will be on hand to answer questions about applying for, and hunting, ibex, oryx and Barbary sheep in New Mexico. Register here.
  • March 3 - Meet the Biologists – Caitlin Ruhl, bighorn sheep program manager, will be on hand to answer questions about applying for, and hunting, bighorn sheep in New Mexico. Register here.
  • March 10 – Did you miss your opportunity for hunter education? Learn about the Mentored-Youth Program and small game hunting opportunities in New Mexico. Jennifer Morgan, hunter education coordinator, and Casey Cardinal, resident game bird biologist, will discuss opportunities and answer your questions. Register here.

Each session will start at 6:00 p.m.

Previous workshops covering:
Graphic - Apply Now

Content on the Beat

WARNING: All articles and photos with a byline or photo credit are copyrighted to the author or photographer. You may not use any information found within the articles without asking permission AND giving attribution to the source. Photos can be requested and may incur a nominal fee for use personally or commercially.

Disclaimer: If you find errors in articles not written by the Beat team but sent to us from other content providers, please contact the writer, not the Beat. For example, obituaries are always provided by the funeral home or a family member. We can fix errors, but please give details on where the error is so we can find it. News releases from government and non-profit entities are posted generally without change, except for legal notices, which incur a small charge.

NOTE: If an article does not have a byline, it was written by someone not affiliated with the Beat and then sent to the Beat for posting.

Images: We have received complaints about large images blocking parts of other articles. If you encounter this problem, click on the title of the article you want to read and it will take you to that article's page, which shows only that article without any intruders. 

New Columnists: The Beat continues to bring you new columnists. And check out the old faithfuls who continue to provide content.

Newsletter: If you opt in to the Join GCB Three Times Weekly Updates option above this to the right, you will be subscribed to email notifications with links to recently posted articles.

Submitting to the Beat

Those new to providing news releases to the Beat are asked to please check out submission guidelines at https://www.grantcountybeat.com/about/submissions. They are for your information to make life easier on the readers, as well as for the editor.

Advertising: Don't forget to tell advertisers that you saw their ads on the Beat.

Classifieds: We have changed Classifieds to a simpler option. Check periodically to see if any new ones have popped up. Send your information to editor@grantcountybeat.com and we will post it as soon as we can. Instructions and prices are on the page.

Editor's Notes

It has come to this editor's attention that people are sending information to the Grant County Beat Facebook page. Please be aware that the editor does not regularly monitor the page. If you have items you want to send to the editor, please send them to editor@grantcountybeat.com. Thanks!

Here for YOU: Consider the Beat your DAILY newspaper for up-to-date information about Grant County. It's at your fingertips! One Click to Local News. Thanks for your support for and your readership of Grant County's online news source—www.grantcountybeat.com

Feel free to notify editor@grantcountybeat.com if you notice any technical problems on the site. Your convenience is my desire for the Beat.  The Beat totally appreciates its readers and subscribers!  

Compliance: Because you are an esteemed member of The Grant County Beat readership, be assured that we at the Beat continue to do everything we can to be in full compliance with GDPR and pertinent US law, so that the information you have chosen to give to us cannot be compromised.