Two shooting ranges owned by the new mexico department of game and fish are in need of improvements for safety and comfort of shooters

The U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service Region 2 awarded $103,168.92 to the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish under the Wildlife Restoration and Basic Hunter Education and Safety program (CFDA 15.611) on May 15, 2025. This Formula Grant funds capital improvements to two shooting ranges operated by the state agency, with a completion deadline of June 30, 2026. The improvements enhance safety, accessibility, and security at these public recreational facilities through installation of Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant parking, perimeter gates and signage, new target holders, shotgun stands, and shooting bench seating.

These improvements directly support the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act's core mission to enhance public access to wildlife recreation and promote responsible hunting practices. By upgrading infrastructure at state-managed shooting ranges, the grant enables the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish to provide safer and more accessible venues for hunter education, training, and recreational shooting activities while maintaining compliance with federal accessibility standards.

The improvements include parking designated to comply with the americans with disabilities act. Gates and signage are also being added for security purposes. New target holders will be installed along with shotgun stands and seats for shooting benches.