Hunter education courses offered

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish will be conducting three spring hunter education classes in January, February and March.

This class is required by anyone under the age of 18 in order to obtain a hunting license in New Mexico. Successful completion of this class is recognized in all states requiring a hunter education card.

To register for these classes go to the Game and Fish website http://www.wildlife.state.nm.us. Click on education and follow the online instructions to register for the class of your choice. The deadline the January class is Jan. 16.

Students are no longer able to register locally for these classes.

Information: Game and Fish Department (505) 222-7431 or Dan Williams 985-0066.