The Villages of Cloudcroft and Ruidoso will still be fully accessible to visitors. While outdoor restrictions on smoking, open fires, and other regulations apply to both locations, visitors may picnic, use propane-style cook stoves in Village park space, and enjoy the many amenities that Cloudcroft and Ruidoso offer. We encourage people to visit in spite of these restrictions. Activities, such as the upcoming Mayfair Juried Arts Show in Cloudcroft, are still planned with attendance in the thousands projected. This Chamber-sponsored event is on May 27 and 28 and includes an evening street dance May 28, said Chamber Director Ron Gilmore.
Visitors are welcome to participate.
There are also many other events planned throughout the summer in Ruidoso and the surrounding areas. Ground and air patrols will be increased throughout the closure period to detect violators. The public is also encouraged to call their local law enforcement agency or Forest Service office to report violations of any local restrictions or the Forest closure. This includes Firefighters, burned-out families, evacuees, law enforcement officials, volunteers and friends and neighbors. This was done out of the kindness of their hearts.