Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about hunting at the NRA Whittington Center.
Each of our guided hunts includes on-site lodging, meals, an experienced guide, New Mexico hunt license, and your transportation for the duration of your hunt. Please note that Pro Shop purchases and gratuities are not included.
Only the hunt. No other amenities offered.
A Draw Hunt Application is required for Guided Bull Elk, Guided Cow Elk, Mobility Impaired Guided Cow Elk and Unguided Spring Turkey. Each applicant drawn for a hunt is subject to the appropriate hunt service fee and rules. An application is not required for any other hunt offered at the Whittington Center. Call 1-800-494-4853 to check on availability for those other hunts.
Yes, you may bring one non-hunting companion at your expense. Please call 1-800-494-4853 for rates if you are participating in a hunt with us and would like to bring one non-hunting guest.
Yes, but hunters under the age of 18 must provide their hunter safety certification from any state before their hunt.
A 50% down payment of the cost of the entire hunt is due upon booking. The balance will be due at the conclusion of the hunt.
There are 33,300 acres that make up the Whittington Center. The terrain ranges from rocky hills to rolling plains. Therefore, you should be prepared for all levels of hiking.
We experience frequent weather changes, not only from season to season but on a daily basis. Temperatures vary between 60 degrees Fahrenheit and the single digits with occasional rain and snow during hunt seasons. We recommend layering clothing for all weather conditions including rain gear. Doing so allows you to be comfortable during most weather conditions.
We do not offer these services. However, we will provide you with meat processing and taxidermy information. If you choose to use a local meat processing company, Whittington staff will transport the meat at no charge; however, any costs therein will be incurred by you.
Yes, please visit the website for the New Mexico Game and Fish for additional information about hunting in the state. You can also apply online for your hunting license on their site: http://www.wildlife.state.nm.us/
Please feel free to Contact Us if you have any other questions or require additional information.
Come stay with us! The general public is welcome to stay at the Whittington Center. There is a broad range of housing to accommodate individuals, couples, and small to large groups. Lodging options in…
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What you will need (packing list is for each individual course):
Same requirements as PPI (see above). Plus:
Same requirements as PPI and PPII (see above). Plus:
Required Equipment:
Course participants may also purchase an ammunition package with the appropriate round count.
**AMMUNITION PACKAGE IS RESTRICTED TO ONE PER PERSON PER COURSE***
If you would like to register more than one person for this course please add it to your Cart as two separate items.
Same requirements as PCI (see above). Plus:
Required Equipment:
Course participants may also purchase an ammunition package with the appropriate round count.
**AMMUNITION PACKAGE IS RESTRICTED TO ONE PER PERSON PER COURSE**
*If you would like to register more than one person for this course please add it to your Cart as two separate items.
Same requirements as PSI (see above).
Required Equipment:
Course participants may also purchase an ammunition package with the appropriate round count.
**AMMUNITION PACKAGE IS RESTRICTED TO ONE PER PERSON PER COURSE**
*If you would like to register more than one person for this course please add it to your Cart as two separate items.