Tentative opening dates for all NM Ski Areas has been announced.
Angel Fire Resort – December 17, 2021
Pajarito – TBA
Red River Ski Area – Open
Sandia Peak Ski Area – TBA
Sipapu – Open
Ski Apache – TBA
Ski Santa Fe – Open
Taos – Open
Archives for October 2021
ANNUAL SKI SWAP – PRESENTED BY SANDIA PEAK SKI PATROL
DETAILS:
Friday Oct. 22nd – VIP Pre-sale
($20 per person, cash)
12/under free with paying adult
7 pm – 10 pm
Saturday Oct. 23rd – Pubic Sale
9am – 4pm
Sunday Oct. 24th – Public Sale
11 am – 4 pm
Location: Expo NM
300 San Pedro Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
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The best value, best prices, and selection on winter sports equipment anywhere….why?
Our sale is staffed by over 150 volunteers – this cuts down drastically on overhead costs.
We only invite vendors that share our belief that hard working NM families deserve the best prices.
We invite many different vendors with a wide variety of equipment to make sure you get what you need – We don’t just offer one company’s leftovers.
We are a true Swap, it is how we started – In addition to our thousands of new items you can always find great quality used equipment on consignment…and don’t forget to check in YOUR equipment on Friday.
We only charge 17% commission to our vendors, which is the lowest swap commissions in the entire country which helps them offer you the lowest prices you’ll find.
Over 17,000 items to choose from – you just won’t find this sea of equipment anywhere else!
Free admission for those on our email list to the Saturday and Sunday sales.
You’re not just supporting our many local vendors, you’re supporting our all volunteer, non-profit Ski Patrol.
Friday Night VIP Sale: $20 per person for entry
Originally open only to patrollers and those volunteering their time at the Swap, is now open to the public in exchange for a $20 per person donation (cash only) to our all volunteer non profit patrol at the door Friday night. Get your pick of the thousands of items on the floor before anyone else, and believe us, if you plan on buying gear, getting first pick is a great way to find exactly what you need.
Saturday and Sunday Public Sale: $2.00 per person for entry
Entry into the sale is $2.00 per person, giving you access to the sale floor as well as to representatives from your favorite ski areas. The Sunday super sale is where you may find further marked down prices on gear, but remember by Sunday the available stock will be drastically reduced.
Ski Hall of Fame Best of the Best 2021
“BEST of the BEST” for the 2020-2021 Ski Season
Customer Service: Kaela Hawari, Taos Ski Valley
Kaela is a woman of many tasks and a master of them all. Through her job she touches many people at the resort and all leave with an incredibly positive impression. This year she was also the COVID manager.
Ski Patrol: Charles Becvarik, Ski Santa Fe
Safety is the number one priority at our resorts and during the pandemic it was even more vital. Charles rose to the challenge and kept the ski patrol focused on the big picture.
Mountain Operations: Paul Allen, Pajarito
is the winner in the Mountain Operations category. Mt. Operations is a huge job. Paul has demonstrated experience, a team player while doing it safely and efficiently. He has added greatly to the guest experience.
Ski Instructor: Stevie Lund, Angel Fire
Ski instructors are often the most visible employees at a resort, and the resort’s image greatly depends on these front-line instructors. Stevie is an excellent example.
Customer Service Covid-19: Maya Lengerich, Angel Fire
Is the face of the staff of the NM Ski industry as it relates to the COVID pandemic. Her hard work and dedication was instrumental in keeping guests and employees safe at her ski resort.
Ski Hall of Fame Banquet
Saturday, October 23, 2021
Doors open at 5:30 PM
Cocktails at 6:00 PM
Banquet Dinner at 7:00 PM
Tickets
$60 per Person, $720 per Table of 12
Reserve Your Seats with Jessica Fox
Jessica@skinewmexico.com
*payment can be mailed ahead of time or collected the night of the event with cash or check.
The 2021 NMSHOF Banquet will be held at:
Sid Cutter Pilot’s Pavilion
4900 Balloon Fiesta Pkwy NE, 87113
Robin May – Ski Hall Of Fame Inductee
Robin May of Angel Fire
Robin May was selected to be inducted into the 2021 New Mexico Ski Hall of Fame. Selection and Induction into the Hall of Fame is the most prestigious honor Ski New Mexico can bestow on someone. Robin is a long-time cornerstone of the Angel Fire Ski Industry and a board member of several national boards. He is the Director of Skiing and a ski instructor at Angel Fire.
Robin May is a purebred, powder hound. I like to joke he has snow running through his veins. Anyone who has held a conversation with him for more than two minutes knows you’d better be prepared to talk skiing and strategies for growing the sport. He has been a pioneer and leader in the New Mexico ski industry for over 40 years. In addition to his role as Ski School Director for Angel Fire Resort, he is the President of the Professional Ski Instructors of America and American Association of Snowboard Instructors Rocky Mountain Division (PSIA RM AASI), Rocky Mountain Division Board Member to the National PSIA AASI (representing 32,000 members) and Vice Chair of Ski New Mexico. He has served on both Boards for 10+ years. He became certified in Canada in 1974 and the US in 1980.
Where it all began…Robin started skiing at the age of 2 in his native Canada. He attained his first level of teaching certification at the age of 16. His Father, a CSIA Certified Ski Instructor and military officer, was involved with the Canadian Ski Team so Robin and his sister began racing at an early age. Through the 1970’s Robin competed in Europe, Canada and the US. He skied at the University of British Columbia and was a ski instructor at Mt. Seymour BC, Manning Park and Whistler. In the mid 1970’s, while still teaching, Robin entered his first of many professional freestyle events, competing at the Canadian National Championships.
Robin first came to New Mexico in 1976 to visit family. While on vacation in Angel Fire, he did some instructing for then Director, Herbert Kofler. The Land of Enchantment had him hooked and he continued to teach in Angel Fire as well as coach racing in Panorama, Purgatory, and Angel Fire Resort. In the 1980’s he continued to pursue his passion for racing, competing in the Southwest Pro Tour, Peugeot and Audi Pro Tours.
Robin was named Ski School Director at Angel Fire Resort from 1988-2000 and then again from 2009-present. He was the Director of Skiing at Mountain High California from 2000-2002 and Eldora from 2002-2003. Robin also taught summers at El Colorado Chile.
Robin’s love for skiing extends to his family. He is married to Deborah Beauchamp May, Director of the Angel Fire Children’s Ski & Snowboard School PSIA III, and father to Elke May who is the Children’s Ski School Supervisor, PSIA II.
Ski NM Hall of Fame Banquet
Saturday, October 23, 2021
Doors open at 5:30 PM
Cocktails at 6:00 PM
Banquet Dinner at 7:00 PM
Tickets
$60 per Person, $720 per Table of 12
Reserve Your Seats with Jessica Fox
Jessica@skinewmexico.com
*payment can be mailed ahead of time or collected the night of the event with cash or check.
