Tag Archives: Habitat Management & Access Validation

October, 2016

  • 28 October

    Open Gate: stamp funds provide opportunities for hunters & anglers

    The Open Gate program improves access and enhances hunting, angling and trapping opportunities around New Mexico. The program is funded using a portion of the Habitat Management and Access Validation stamp revenue. Photo by Martin Perea, New Mexico Wildlife magazine, NMDGF.

    As the autumn wind begins to blow, it becomes clear hunting season is near. Those gearing up to hunt begin preparing their equipment and open a map to formulate a plan. For even the most dedicated sportsmen and women, this is where it can get a little complicated. “Exactly where …

March, 2016

  • 1 March

    Increased access with Open Gate: Landowners earn revenue with hunting or fishing lease

    The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish is actively seeking the cooperation of private landowners willing to allow access to public hunters, anglers and trappers. This cooperation comes with a financial incentive and other benefits through the department’s Open Gate program. Darr said landowners may participate in two ways: …