June 16–20, 2025

Give your child a summer to remember! Week 1 of our Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Wilderness Camp combines outdoor adventure, skill-building, and meaningful connections with nature. Each day features new experiences and hands-on activities led by local experts and Parks & Rec staff.

Time: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM daily (Thursday until 5:00 PM)

Location: Varies by day (see schedule)

Details: Ages 7–12 | $65/week | Space is limited to 20 campers/week

Register at https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog under the Activities & Programs tab by the week of camp

Week 1 Schedule:

• Monday, June 16 – Fishing & Survival Skills Day

  Meet at Alto Lake Parking Lot

  • Smokey Bear fire safety talk

  • Tent setup & camping basics

  • Fishing instruction and practice

• Tuesday, June 17 – Outdoor Sports Day

  Meet at White Mountain Recreation Complex

  • Archery & disc golf rotations

  • Slip & slide kickball & kite flying

• Wednesday, June 18 – Hiking & Wildlife Day

  Meet at Alto Lake Parking Lot

  • Orienteering and wildlife ID

  • Trail hike with field observations

• Thursday, June 19 – Field Trip to Alamogordo Zoo & Space Museum

  Depart from School House Park

  • Zoo visit and pizza lunch

  • Space Museum & Planetarium show

    (Pick-up at 5:00 PM)

• Friday, June 20 – Fire Station Tour & Pool Day

  Depart from School House Park

  • Fire Station 1 tour

  • Swimming at Ruidoso Pool

For more details, call (575) 257-5030.

Sign up at https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog under the Activities & Programs tab!