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2026 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp – Week 1 (June 8–12)


  • Varies by day (see schedule) Ruidoso, NM, 88345 United States (map)

Give your child an unforgettable week of outdoor adventure at the 2026 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp. Designed for ages 7–12, this hands-on camp helps kids build confidence, learn practical outdoor skills, and develop a deeper respect for nature — all while having fun with friends.

Camp activities throughout the week include:

• Hiking & Wildlife Exploration

• Fishing & Survival Skills

• Outdoor Sports & Recreation

• Swimming & Fire Station Tour

• Field Trip to the Alamogordo Zoo & New Mexico Museum of Space History

Daily Schedule:

Drop-off: 7:30–8:00 AM

Pick-up: 1:00–1:30 PM

Field Trip Day Only:

Pick-up between 5:00–5:30 PM

Lunch is provided on the field trip day. Snacks and water/Gatorade provided daily.

Details:

Ages 7–12 (as of registration)

$65 per child (one week only)

Limited to 25 campers per week

Registration opens March 1 at 12:00 AM.

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

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

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2026 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp – Week 2 (June 15–19)