The Mescalero Apache Tribe seeks to conduct a comprehensive housing needs assessment to identify current and future housing needs within the tribal community. The assessment aims to provide data-driven insights that will inform housing policies, development plans, and funding strategies to improve living conditions and promote sustainable development.
Mescalero Agency Fire Management will be hosting a handful of pack tests, for additional information please contact the Fire Management office at 575-464-4419.
Join the East Mountain Resource Center for a fun evening, details are listed in the flyer below.
JOT (Job Opportunities Training), weather you’re looking to gain hands-on experience or needing assistance in your job search, WIOA are there to help you with your needs.
This is a reminder that we are currently experiencing high fire danger conditions in our area. Please take precautions to protect yourselves home.
What You Can Do:
*Keep flammable materials away from your home.
*Ensure your yard is clear of dry leaves and debris.
*Report any suspicious smoke or flames immediately.
Let’s work together to keep our community safe!
Please join CHR (Community Health Services) for an upcoming walk, it’s a fantastic way to promote cardiovascular fitness, lower blood pressure, and reduce stress. For more information on the upcoming walk, please see the flyer for more details.
Here’s a message inspired by the Mescalero Apache Language Program:
We are excited to share an important message about the power of our Apache language and the importance of passing it on to the next generation. The Mescalero Apache Language program invite you to share your skills and knowledge with our youth. Additionally, the Mescalero Apache Language program are thrilled to announce evening classes which started last year in November 2024 every Wednesday. These classes will provide a welcoming environment for beginners and those to enhance their Apache language skills.
We’re excited to share that emergency food boxes will be available for pick up today at 10:00am at the Elderly Center! This is a self serve event open to everyone in our community, so please feel free to come by and grab what you need.
ENCINO FIRE UPDATE:
Today approximately 2:30pm, a new fire was responded in the Encino Well area on the reservation, covering approximately 6 acres. The fire is burning in grass, brush, and light timber.
RESPONSE TEAM:
*MAFR has reported with two engines
*BIA Forestry has responded two engines along with one contract Engine.
*The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) has also contributed two engines and additional personnel from Sacramento Hot Shots and Smoky Bear Hot Shots.
Currently, there are no threats to nearby towns or housing areas, and the containment lines are holding steady. Firefighting resources will remain on scene to monitor the situation, and operations will continue tomorrow.
