Deadlines are approaching fast:

– March 9 at 5:00 p.m. – Deadline to qualify for the incentive program.

– March 16 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 2021–22 harvest reports for deer, elk, pronghorn and turkey; an $8 late fee will apply.

– April 7 – Deadline to submit 2021–22 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A: It is best to download it directly off the website. Printed copies, in both English and Spanish, are available in limited quantities ONLY at Game and Fish offices across the state. Due to a national paper shortage, each person will be limited to a maximum of two copies and printed copies WILL NOT be available at vendors as they have in the past.  Click here to find the NMDGF office closest to you. 

Q: My username and password don’t work, how can I fix it?

A: Customers need to remember their log in credentials correctly. Passwords are case sensitive. If you can’t access your account try the Recover Username and/or Password link. If that doesn’t work contact our office for assistance. Even if you are not ready to apply, make sure you can log into your account now.

Q: How do you qualify for the early incentives?

A: This year there are extra incentives to applying early. To qualify: 1) Apply ONLINE before 5:00 p.m. on March 9. 2) Provide a valid email address and check the box that allows the Department to contact you via email. 3) Drawing will take place with the Big Game Draw and winners will be contacted after draw results are announced.

Incentives – Partners in the outdoor industry are providing incentives:

• Sportsman’s Warehouse – Frame Backpack
• onX –  (3) Elite codes for the winners. Everyone will get a 1-month onX Hunt free trial and a 20% discount code.
• Game On Outdoors – (3) $50 gift cards
• Federal
• Archery Shoppe – $100 gift card
• Hunt NM – $100 gift card
• SurfnTurf – $100 gift card
• R&S Kawasaki – (2) $100 gift cards
• Majestic Enchantment – (2) $25 gift cards
• Bow Hitches – (2) Bow Hitches

Preguntas frecuentes de la semana

P: ¿Dónde puedo encontrar el Folleto de reglas e información?

R: Lo mejor es descargarlo directamente del sitio Web. Copias impresas, en inglés y español, están disponibles en cantidades limitadas SOLAMENTE en oficinas de Caza y Pesca en todo el estado. Debida a una escasez de papel en todo el país, cada persona estará limitada a un máximo de dos copias, y copias impresas no estarán disponibles a través de los proveedores como en el pasado. Haga clic aquí para encontrar la oficina de NMDGF más cercana de usted.

P: Mi nombre de usuario y contraseña no funcionan, ¿cómo puedo solucionarlo?

R: Los clientes necesitan recordar correctamente sus credenciales de inicio de sesión. Las contraseñas son sensibles a las mayúsculas. Si no puede acceder a su cuenta, pruebe el enlace Recover Username and/or Password. Si eso no funciona, comuníquese con nuestra oficina para obtener ayuda. Incluso si no está listo para solicitar, asegúrese de poder iniciar sesión en su cuenta ahora.

P: ¿Cómo puedo calificar para los incentivos tempranos?

R: Este año, hay incentivos adicionales para solicitar temprano. Para calificar: 1) Solicitar EN LÍNEA antes de las 5:00 p.m. el 9 de marzo. 2) Proporcione una dirección válida de correo electrónico y marque la casilla que permite que el Departamento se comunique con usted por correo electrónico. 3) El sorteo se llevará a cabo con el sorteo de caza mayor y los ganadores serán contactados después de que se anuncien los resultados del sorteo.

Incentivos: Los socios en la industria de actividades al aire libre ofrecen incentivos:

• Sportsman’s Warehouse – Mochila con estructura
• onX – (3) códigos Elite para los ganadores. Todos obtendrán una prueba gratuita de onX Hunt de 1 mes y un código de descuento de 20%.
• Game On Outdoors – (3) tarjetas de regalo de $50
• Federal
• Archery Shoppe – Tarjeta de regalo de $100
• Hunt NM – Tarjeta de regalo de $100
• SurfnTurf – Tarjeta de regalo de $100
• R&S Kawasaki – (2) tarjetas de regalo de $100
• Majestic Enchantment – (2) tarjetas de regalo de $25
• Bow Hitches – (2) enganches de arco

Need Assistance? We are here to help!

Hunters are encouraged to apply early. DO NOT wait until the last minute to apply.

Application assistance is available through our Information Center at (888) 248-6866. The Information Center is open:

• 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday,
• 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. from March 7 to March 11
• 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on March 14 and 15
• 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on March 16

You can also message us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or TikTok. You can also email the Department’s Information Center.

Here are some helpful links:

• 5 reasons why you should apply
• FAQs
• Draw odds
• Military and Disabled Information
• GMU Maps
• Guides and Outfitters List
• Draw Podcast

We will meet virtually every week, sometimes multiple times a week, to discuss the draw, how to apply, options for hunter education and reading the draw odds report. We will also have our big game biologists on hand to answer questions.

All webinars will start at 6:30 p.m. MST.

Please register online (topics and links below) and send us your questions through email.

#HuntNM22 #CaceriaNM22

February 23 – Meet the Pronghorn Biologist – Tony Opatz, pronghorn biologist, will be on hand to answer questions about applying for, and hunting, pronghorn in New Mexico. Click here to register.

March 2 – Meet the Bighorn Sheep Biologist – Caitlin Ruhl, bighorn sheep program manager, will be on hand to answer questions about applying for, and hunting, bighorn sheep in New Mexico. Click here to register.

March 9 – Meet the Biologist – Nicole Tatman, big game program manager, will be on hand to answer questions about applying for, and hunting, oryx, ibex and Barbary sheep in New Mexico. Click here to register.

March 14 – Last minute Q and A – March 16 deadline is just days away. We will address any last-minute things you should know or questions you might have. Click here to register.

You can view previous webinars on the Department’s YouTube channel:

• Webinar 1 Common Questions
• Webinar 2 Hunter Education
• Webinar 3 Rule Making Process
• Webinar 4 Getting Started
• Webinar 5 Know the Laws
• Webinar 6 Bears
• Webinar 7 Access is the Key
• Webinar 8 Turkey
• Webinar 9 Elk

All webinars will be hosted in English. If you prefer to communicate in Spanish and have questions or comments, email DGF-Translation@state.nm.us or call us at 1-888-248-6866.

Todos los seminarios web se realizarán en inglés. Si prefiere comunicarse en español y tiene preguntas o comentarios, envíe un correo electrónico a DGF-Translation@state.nm.us o llámenos al 1-888-248-6866.