New Mexico’s public lands cover roughly 27 million acres, providing ample access to vast areas of game lands, wilderness, and other recreational areas. The state’s national forests, wildlife management areas, and BLM lands offer a wealth of hunting and fishing opportunities, with a variety of game species such as elk, mule deer, pronghorn, oryx,, bighorn sheep, quail, and mountain lions. For anglers, New Mexico is home to world-class rivers, such as the Rio Grande and the San Juan, as well as high mountain lakes and streams that are home to a variety of trout species. New Mexico’s hunting and fishing culture is deeply rooted in the state’s history, with a rich tradition of Native American hunting practices, Spanish Colonial ranching, and early American explorers. The state’s unique blend of cultures, including Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo influences, make New Mexico a truly distinctive destination for outdoor enthusiasts. In addition to its hunting and fishing opportunities, New Mexico is home to a wealth of cultural and historical attractions, including ancient Puebloan ruins, vibrant art scenes, and bustling cities steeped in history.
For more information on the elected officials protecting and promoting the sportsmen’s traditions in New Mexico, please contact:
New Mexico State Caucus Fact Sheet
Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus
New Mexico Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Leadership
Senator
George Munoz
Senator
Steve Neville
Representative
Candy Ezzell
Representative
Harry Garcia
Vice-President: Representative
Bill Rehm
News Alerts
May 06 2024
New Mexico Governor Calls for Special Session of the Legislature in July
Why It Matters: The 2024 Regular Session of the New Mexico Legislature closed with...
Feb 26 2024
New Mexico 2024 Legislative Session Comes to an End
Why It Matters: Legislation seeking to restrict the Second Amendment is often eventually used...
Feb 05 2024
Anti-Sportsmen Legislation Advances in New Mexico
Why It Matters: Legislation seeking to restrict the Second Amendment is often eventually used...
Jan 22 2024
State Firearms and Ammunition Excise Taxes Proposed in WA & NM
Why It Matters: Law-abiding hunters and recreational shooters have long played a vital role...
Jan 08 2024
Anti-Gun Legislation to be Introduced in New Mexico
Why It Matters: Legislation seeking to restrict is the lawful ownership and use of...
Feb 21 2023
Tensions Build as New Mexico’s 60-Day Session Reaches the Halfway Point
Why It Matters: For over 80 years, hunters, anglers, trappers, and recreational shooters have...
Oct 03 2022
Pheasant Season Opening in Several Northeastern States – How Non-Native Species Can Benefit Ecosystems and the Economy
Why It Matters: State fish and wildlife agencies are instrumental in setting the frameworks...
Feb 07 2022
Far-Reaching Large Capacity Magazine Ban Tabled Unanimously by New Mexico House Consumer and Public Affairs Committee
Contact: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Rocky Mountain States Senior CoordinatorWhy it Matters: Baseless restrictions on magazine...
Aug 22 2021
New Mexico Interim Water and Natural Resource Committee Hosts Panel Discussion on Wildlife Management Reform
Contact: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Rocky Mountain States Senior CoordinatorHighlights:Why it Matters: Sportsmen and women are...
Jul 26 2021
CSF’s Rocky Mountain States Senior Coordinator Receives Presidents Award from the National Trappers Association
Last week during the National Trappers Association’s (NTA) Annual Convention, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation’s...
Mar 15 2021
Trappers Fight for Their Livelihoods as Public Land Trapping Ban is Fast Tracked in New Mexico Legislature
Contact: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Rocky Mountain States Senior CoordinatorHighlights:Why it Matters: New Mexico Senate Bill...
Feb 22 2021
Outdoor Sporting Community Bands Together Against New Mexico Trapping Ban
Contact: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Rocky Mountain States Senior Coordinator and Internal MARCOMM LiaisonSportsmen and women...
Feb 16 2021
Anti-Gun Legislation in New Mexico Would Make it Illegal to Teach your Kids to Shoot
Contact: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Inter-Mountain Western States Senior CoordinatorNew Mexico Senate Bill 224 - Crime...
Feb 08 2021
Petition Calls on Public to Voice Opposition of New Mexico Trapping Ban Legislation
Contact: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Inter-Mountain Western States CoordinatorSportsmen and women are beginning to stir in New...
Dec 07 2020
CSF Supports New Mexico Department of Game and Fish in Efforts to Remove Unnecessary Barriers to Youth Hunting Participation
Contact: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Inter-Mountain Western States CoordinatorOn December 1, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF)...
Sep 21 2020
Proposed Rule Change Aims to Reduce Mentored-Youth Hunting Program Age Requirement in New Mexico
Contact: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Inter-Mountain Western States CoordinatorOn Friday, October 16, the New Mexico State...
Apr 13 2020
New Mexico: Court Rules to Release Hunter Contact Information as Part of Public Record
Contact: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Inter-Mountain Western States Coordinator On March 19, a First Judicial District Court judge...
Feb 10 2020
New Mexico: Senate Bill 273, Good for Wildlife, Good for Sportsmen
By: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Inter-Mountain Western States CoordinatorOn February 5th, New Mexico Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus...
Feb 03 2020
New Mexico: Sportsmen’s Caucus Reception in Santa Fe Yields Great Turnout
By: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Inter-Mountain Western States Coordinator On January 29, 2020, the New Mexico Sportsmen’s Caucus and Congressional...
Dec 16 2019
New Mexico: Land Commissioner Closes Hunting and Trapping on State Trust Land Parcel Near Albuquerque
By: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Inter-Mountain Western States Coordinator On November 27, New Mexico Land Commissioner Stephanie...
Dec 09 2019
New Mexico: Unanimous Vote by Game Commission Puts an End to Recreational Cougar Trapping
Contact: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Inter-Mountain Western States CoordinatorOn November 21, the New Mexico Game Commission...
Oct 28 2019
New Mexico: CSF Joins Partners in Opposing Proposed Changes to State Trapping Regulations
Contact: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Inter-Mountain Western States CoordinatorOn October 21, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF)...
Oct 07 2019
New Mexico: Update on Proposed Changes to Cougar Hunting and Public Comment Opportunities for Proposed Rule Changes to Furbearer
Contact: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Inter-Mountain Western States CoordinatorThe New Mexico Department of Game and Fish...
Aug 05 2019
New Mexico and Utah: Public Comment Opportunities for Proposed Rule Changes to Predator Hunting
Contact: Ellary TuckerWilliams, Inter-Mountain Western States CoordinatorThroughout August, both the New Mexico Department of...
Feb 04 2019
New Mexico: Budget Proposal Threatens Conservation Funding
By Andy Treharne, Senior Director, Western StatesAs the New Mexico Legislature moves ahead with...
Feb 16 2018
New Mexico: Sportsmen’s Caucus Hosts Reception
On February 7, the New Mexico Sportsmen’s Caucus, Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) Senior Director...
Sep 14 2017
New Mexico Caucus partners with Conservation Officers for Dove Hunt
On September 1, members of the New Mexico Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus joined forces with...
Aug 10 2017
Interior Secretary Zinke Announces Proposals to Expand Sportsmen’s Access across the U.S.
On August 9, Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke announced two proposals to expand...
Jan 26 2017
New Mexico: Senate Bill Proposes Diversion of State Wildlife Restoration Funds
Recently, the New Mexico State Senate introduced SB 113, which would divert approximately $4...
Feb 26 2015
New Mexico Legislators Gather to Celebrate Outdoor Heritage
On February 23, members of the New Mexico Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus gathered at the...
Dec 05 2012
New Mexico:Federal Court Dismisses New Mexico Trapping Lawsuit
On December 3rd, the U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico dismissed...
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Reports and Data
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New Mexico: American System of Conservation Funding Fact Sheet
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Jan 01 2013
2013 Sportsmen's Economic Impact Report - New Mexico
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Jan 01 2007
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