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Mescalero Apache Tribe

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WELCOME TO OUR SACRED LANDS.

The Mescalero Apache Tribe, located in South Central New Mexico, welcomes you to familiarize yourself with our history, traditions, and the current vision of our Tribe.

10/16/2026

Exciting news, Mescalero community! Join us for the 2026 Blessing Run, honoring 161 years of Mescalero Apache perseverance and resilience.

On Saturday, November 21, we’ll run 85 miles from Bosque Redondo to Roswell. On Sunday, November 22, we’ll continue 75 miles from Roswell to the Indian Mountain area in Mescalero. Blessings begin each morning, and we expect to finish around dusk. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided both days.

The Bosque Redondo exhibit will be open for tours on Friday, November 20. T-shirts are available to the first 200 participants.

Our ancestors endured forced removal and imprisonment at Bosque Redondo in 1863–1864, persevered, escaped in 1865, and returned home. We run to honor their strength, resilience, and enduring spirit.

To sign up, call the Mescalero Tribal Historic Preservation Office at (575) 464-3005.

The Mescalero Apache Tribe is not responsible for lost articles or personal injury.

10/14/2026

Mescalero Apache Tribal Education has important scholarship application deadlines coming up. Please contact the Tribal Education Office at 575-464-4500 for deadline dates and application information.

Share this notice with family and friends so no one misses an opportunity to apply.

10/08/2026

Calling all young athletes! Join us for a special two-day basketball clinic designed to help players improve their fundamentals, wellness, teamwork, and confidence—both on and off the court!

Participants will have the opportunity to learn, grow, stay active, and build skills in a fun and encouraging environment. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to take your game to the next level, this clinic is for you!

October 17–18, 2026
Mescalero Apache School
Free admission!

Spots are limited, so don’t miss out—reserve your place today!

For more information or to register, call 575-802-5321.

Bring your energy, bring your passion, and get ready to elevate your game!
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10/07/2026

Congressman Gabe Vasquez will be visiting the Mescalero Apache Tribe today!

Stop by the Mescalero Community Center from 1:00–2:30 p.m. to meet Congressman Vasquez, say hello, and enjoy lunch as we welcome him to our community.

10/05/2026

Please read the flyer for the dates, times, location, and activity details.

Come enjoy a fun-filled Halloween celebration with games, treats, costumes, and activities for the entire community! We look forward to seeing you there!

10/05/2026

The Mescalero Apache Tribal Housing Department (MATHD) and the New Mexico Ramp Project are partnering to build a safe, accessible ramp for a qualified homeowner with mobility challenges.

We need volunteers on Saturday, October 10, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m. until the ramp is complete.

Location: MATHD Warehouse
No experience necessary! Please bring water, work gloves, closed-toe shoes, and your enthusiasm. All other materials and equipment will be provided.

Help us improve accessibility, independence, and safety for a community member in need!

To volunteer or learn more, contact Rachel Kakazu at (575) 464-9235.

10/01/2026

Please mark your calendar for these important dates:

October 22, 2026 – Last day for Council and School Board candidates to withdraw.

October 27, 2026 – Deadline to request absentee ballots.

October 30, 2026 – Early Voting
Mescalero Activity Hall
7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

November 2, 2026 – Deadline for absentee ballots and voter assistance home-visit requests to be received.

November 3, 2026 – GENERAL ELECTION
Mescalero Community Center Gymnasium
7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

09/30/2026

Please bring your own boxes!

Join us on Thursday, October 1, from 1:00–3:00 p.m. at the Mescalero Community Center Activity Hall.

09/29/2026

HIGH WIND DAMAGE & POWER OUTAGE UPDATE
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 — Evening Update

High winds moved through Gallerito Flats, downing numerous trees and power poles. Power outages are affecting Mescalero, South Tularosa Canyon, and surrounding areas.

Otero County Electric Cooperative “OCEC” crews are working to restore power, but no estimated restoration time is available yet.

Tribal staff are conducting welfare checks on elders in affected areas. If you or someone in your household has medical needs due to the outage, please contact the Mescalero EOC for assistance.

Safety reminders:

Stay away from downed power lines; assume every line is energized.

Do not move fallen trees or limbs near power lines.

Report hazards to OCEC or the Tribal EOC.

09/29/2026

A Flood Watch remains active across the area through 6:00 AM Wednesday, September 30. The National Weather Service has issued a Moderate flash-flood risk (Level 3 of 4) for today.

Heavy rain, saturated ground, burn scars, and fast-moving storms may cause flooding with little or no warning.

Rainfall: 1.5–2.5 inches widespread; 3–4 inches in localized areas

Wind: Gusts of 60+ mph possible this evening

High-risk areas: Fence Canyon, South Tularosa Canyon, Nogal Canyon, Bear and Snow Canyons, arroyos below burn scars, the Salt Fire burn scar, and the U.S. Highway 70 corridor

If you are in immediate danger, trapped by floodwater, swept into a wash, or injured, call 911 immediately.

Evacuation locations

People: Mescalero Apache School Gymnasium

Pets: Rodeo Grounds

Sandbags are available at the Empowerment Building.

Emergency contacts

Mescalero Apache Tribe EOC: 575-464-4341

EOC Cell: 575-802-5746

All emergencies: 911

Avoid flooded roads, washes, and low-water crossings. Do not attempt to cross moving water. Stay alert and be prepared to evacuate quickly.

Address

108 Central Avenue
Mescalero, NM
88340

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30am

Telephone

(575) 464-4494

Website

https://mescaleroapachetribe.com/

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