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Manzano Bear Release

Published September 28, 2011

From Paleolithic times to the present, bears have fascinated humans. However, all too often, our interest in bears is misinformed and marred by inaccurate beliefs. On the one hand, we feel a kinship with bears, due partly to the traits we have in common. Bears stand erect on the soles of their feet, sit on their rumps and have shoulder joints which allow free rotation of limbs. Continue reading →

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Importance of Hunting and Fishing in New Mexico

Published September 22, 2011

Federal taxes on sporting arms, ammunition, fishing tackle, boating fuel, hunting and fishing license, and outdoor activity fees help provide the money needed to operate the hatcheries, Provide outdoor recreation areas and restore wildlife habitation areas so future generations. Continue reading →

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Disabled Veterans Hunting and Fishing License Policies

Published September 16, 2011

Disabled Veterans Hunting and Fishing License

Any veteran rated 100 percent service-connected disabled, qualifies for a free lifetime small game hunting and fishing license in the State of New Mexico. Download: Application, Deer Hunting License

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Hunt the World Class Bull Elk in New Mexico

Published September 10, 2011

The World's best Bull Elk can be found in the Gila National Forest of New Mexico because it is one of the most remote and least developed National Forests in the southwest. It has spectacular scenery ranging from high cool mountains with aspen and Douglas-fir to warm semi-arid lowlands with juniper, oak and cactus. This rich environmental allows the Bull Elk to grow to unprecedented size. Continue reading →

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Antelope Hunting in New Mexico

Published August 16, 2010

The Pronghorn (Antilocapra americana), is a species of artiodactyl mammal endemic to interior western and central North America. Though not an antelope, it is often known colloquially in North America as the Prong Buck, Pronghorn Antelope, Speedgoat, or simply Antelope, as it closely resembles the true antelopes of the Old World and fills a similar ecological niche. Continue reading →

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Black Bear Hunting in New Mexico

Published August 14, 2010

Historically, black bears were hunted by both Native Americans and European settlers. Some Native American tribes, in admiration for the black bear's intelligence, would decorate the heads of bears they killed with trinkets, and place them on blankets. Tobacco smoke would be wafted into the disembodied head's nostrils by the hunter that dealt the killing blow, and would compliment the animal for its courage Continue reading →

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Mountain Lion Hunting in Arizona and New Mexico

Published August 10, 2010

The mountain, lion also known as cougar, puma, mountain cat, catamount or panther, depending on the region is a large, solitary cat and has the greatest range of any large wild terrestrial mammal in the Western Hemisphere. A capable stalk-and-ambush predator, the mountain lion is a formidable adversary and requires traversing some very rough terrain. This hunt is not for the faint of heart and we advise our hunters to prepare themselves for extreme physical activity before the hunt. Continue reading →

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Elk Hunt in New Mexico

Published August 9, 2010

Attention Hunters: Youth encouragement elk hunts leftover from the 2010-2011 draw are still available so call to secure yours today. Continue reading →

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Deer Hunting in New Mexico

Published August 9, 2010

Attention Hunters: Public-land deer hunts leftover from the 2010-2011 draw are still available so call today to secure yours. Continue reading →

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Pack Trips in New Mexico

Published August 1, 2010

We will pack a family or group of friends - 5 miles into the scenic Frisco Box Canyon. Tents will be provided for living quarters and home cooked meals, with outdoor games for the kids (horseshoes, etc.), and fishing for rainbow trout. There are incredible waterfalls, swimming and horseback trail riding. Continue reading →

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