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hunting rulesCheck out the 2024-25 New Mexico Hunting Rules & Info for everything you need to know:

  •  What's New and Reminders - Pages 2-5.
  • Important Dates - Page 6.
  • Licensing and Requirements - Pages 7-20.
  • General Rules - Pages 25-32.
  • Species Rules, Special Hunts, Lands - Pages 38-47.
  • Hunt Dates and Hunt Codes - Pages 48+.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Where can I get the Rules and Information Booklet?

A: It is best to download the booklet directly off the website. Printed copies, in both English and Spanish, will soon be available at vendors and Game and Fish offices across the state.

Q: What is a Game Hunting License, and why am I required to get one before I apply for the draw? 

A: A Game Hunting License is valid for small game hunting and is required by state law prior to purchasing or applying for a Big Game or Turkey License. Game hunting licenses and/or stamps purchased through the draw application are nonrefundable.

Q: If I am going to be applying for hunts for myself and two children, does each person need to have their own account?

A: Yes. Each person will need their own account. If you have issues logging in, you can call the Information Center at 1-888-248-6866, and we will help you reset the password. 

Application assistance is available through the Department's Information Center by email or by phone at 1-888-248-6866.

¡La solicitud para el sorteo del caza mayor en los años 2024 y 2025 está disponible! ¡Estamos aquí para ayudarse a prepararse!

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El folleto de las reglas e información sobre la caza en Nuevo México estará disponible a través del sitio web este febrero. 

Las preguntas más frecuentes

P: ¿Dónde puedo conseguir el folleto de reglas e información?

R: Es mejor descargarlo a través del sitio Web. Las ejemplares impresas, tanto en inglés como en español, pronto estarán disponibles a través de los proveedores y en las oficinas del Departamento de Caza y Pesca de todo el estado.

P: ¿Qué es una licencia de caza y por qué necesito obtenerla antes de solicitar para el sorteo?

R: Una licencia de caza deportiva es válida para caza menor y la ley estatal la exige antes de comprar o solicitar una licencia de caza mayor o de pavo. Las licencias de caza y/o sellos comprados a través de la solicitud para el sorteo no son reembolsables.

P: Si solicitaré cacerías para mí y mis dos hijos, ¿es necesario que cada persona tenga su propia cuenta?

R: Sí. Cada persona necesitará su propia cuenta. Si tiene problemas para iniciar sesión, puede llamar al Centro de información al 1-888-248-6866 y le ayudaremos a restablecer la contraseña.

La asistencia con la solicitud está disponible a través del Centro de información del Departamento por correo electrónico o por teléfono al 1-888-248-6866.

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