New Mexico Wildlife Podcast

Attention all young ATV riders, sign up for the OHV safety course happening in April. Calling all Hunter Education Instructors, classes are happening now if you would like to become a Hunter Education Instructor. Register for classes on the New Mexico Department of Wildlife website and check out our Events Calendar for more! https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/

This Week in Wildlife for week 12. The Big Game Draw is over and now we await our results on April 22, 2026. Over the Counter License Sales start on March 25, so don't forget to buy your fishing license for the 2026-2027 License year. Calling all young OHV rider, there will be a ATV Safety Course happening. Sign up today!

Wildlife doesn’t stop at the city limits. In this episode of the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast, two Conservation Officers from the Albuquerque metro area and Sandia Mountains share what it’s like working as a Conservation officer in urban wildlife areas. From bears and mountain lions to everyday neighborhood encounters, they break down the realities of their job and how residents can safely coexist with wildlife. Get an inside look at the front lines of conservation, where the wild meets the city. Visit the New Mexico Department of Wildlife website at: https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/

This week in wildlife for week 11, March 13,2026. Attention Big Game Hunters, time is running out. The deadline to get your applications in is March 18th at 5pm Mountain Standard Time. Hunter Education classes are available this weekend and online. We also offer classes online in Spanish for those that are the age of 9 or older. Join the department at the adult Turkey Hunting workshop at our Albuquerque office or at our Adult Women's Shotgun class. The State Game Commission will be meeting on March 20th, at 9 am in the Albuquerque office. All of this information and more can be found on our website! Check it out! https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/

This Week in Wildlife - 10 by New Mexico Department of Wildlife

In this episode, I’m joined by Chad Nelson, Assistant Chief of Administrative Services and Chief of Licensing, to talk about all things big game draw. We break down how New Mexico’s draw system works, why certain rules and legislative requirements exist, and what you should be thinking about when submitting your application. Chad also shares tips, tricks, and common mistakes to avoid when applying. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or applying for the first time, this episode is for you and will help you feel more confident heading into this year’s big game draw. Click this link to Apply! : https://onlinesales.wildlife.state.nm.us/ Or Take a look at our 2026 - 2027 Big Game Proclamation : https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/home/publications/

This Week in Wildlife for Week 9. The Big Game Draw deadline is approaching soon, get your applications in today. The Share with Wildlife program Call for Project Information proposals are due soon, check out the New Mexico Department of Wildlife Website for more information. https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/conservation/share-with-wildlife/

This week in Wildlife we are at the Outdoor Adventure Show! Come out and visit us at Expo New Mexico.