Why New Mexico Draw Odds Do Not Improve With Time
New Mexico elk and deer draw odds remain unchanged yearly because the state uses a completely random lottery without points.
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New Mexico Hunt Codes and How to Read Them
New Mexico big game hunt codes identify species, game management units, legal weapons, and season dates for department applications.
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How EPLUS Puts New Mexico Elk Tags in Landowner Hands
New Mexico Elk Private Land Use System allocates elk tags to private landowners to provide alternative hunting opportunities and manage wildlife populations.
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A Nonresident New Mexico Oryx Tag Runs $1,623
Nonresident New Mexico oryx tag costs reflect wildlife conservation funding, high demand, and limited allocations for unguided hunters.
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The HMAV and Habitat Stamp Every New Mexico Hunter Needs
New Mexico hunters learn who must buy the Habitat Management and Access Validation and the Habitat Stamp from the Department of Game and Fish.
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Senate Bill 5 Raised New Mexico Fees for the First Time in 20 Years
Senate Bill 5 raised New Mexico hunting license fees for the first time since 2004 to fund wildlife conservation and management.
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Why New Mexico Bear Applications Close in February
New Mexico bear application deadlines close in February to protect black bear populations and manage sustainable quotas.
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All New Mexico Applications Close March 18 at 5 p.m.
New Mexico big game hunting applications for deer, elk, and other species close on March 18 at 5 p.m. Mountain Time.
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The New Mexico Outfitter Draw and Its Two-Day Rule
New Mexico big game tag allocations use an 84, 10, and 6 percent rule that divides licenses for residents, outfitters, and nonresidents.
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New Mexico Splits Every Hunt 84, 10 and 6 Percent
New Mexico hunting tags use a draw system split into 84 percent residents, 10 percent guided hunters, and 6 percent nonresidents.
