Archives for March 2023

New Mexico Reaches 230″of Snowfall

Mar 27, 2023 by monica

The 2022–23 winter season has been record-breaking on many levels for the entire state of New Mexico. Today (March 27), Ski Santa Fe crossed over the 230″ mark of annual snowfall for the season.

Base depths are so deep that we have started to see resorts push closing dates. Pajarito and Ski Santa Fe have extended dates of operations and are staying open later than previously announced.

“Ski Santa Fe is buried! More snow is always good, and we are reaping the benefits of that philosophy! We are getting to ski lines in technical terrain that only happen on especially big years. This is a real treat for those of us in the southern Sangre de Christo Mountains, and we are looking forward to a few more great weeks of skiing!” – Jack Dant, Mountain Manager, Ski Santa Fe

Pajarito: Closes April 2 (Tentatively)
Sipapu: Closes April 12
Ski Santa Fe: Closes April 16
Taos Ski Valley: Closes April 9

Competition Season in New Mexico

Mar 21, 2023 by monica

TAOS Freeride Competition

March 21-24

Athletes from far and wide will descend on TAOS Ski Valley to test themselves against the resort’s famed steeps, chasing the top podium spot and trying to get one step closer to making the Freeride World Tour. In conjunction with the International Freeskiers and Snowboarders Association and the Freeride World Tour, we are thrilled to host a 3* Freeride Competition and one of the three 4* Championship Series stops. TAOS will also host a 1-day Master Division. With two feet of fresh powder last week and more on the way, you won’t want to miss the action!

Live Stream

World Pro Ski Tour World Championships

March 30 – April 1

Back for a second year! TAOS will once again host the World Pro Ski Tour World Championships.

This event is the country’s foremost professional alpine race tour where athletes compete side-by-side in a single-elimination format. This Tour features Olympians, World Cup athletes, and professional skiers from around the world and culminates in the World Championship tournament on TAOS’s world-renowned terrain.

SCHEDULE

Thursday, March 30th – Qualifiers

Friday, March 31st – Slalom Races

Saturday, April 1st – Giant Slalom Races

VIP Packages are available. Email groupsales@skitaos.com or call 575.776.5350 for more information.

3 Thrilling Snow-Tube Hills for All Ages

Mar 1, 2023 by monica

photo credit: Mindy on the Move

Tubing In New Mexico

On the mountain, “family fun” and “snow tubing” go hand-in-hand. Jumping into a tube and sliding yourself downhill is a perfect activity to cap off a day filled with alpine adventures. It’s also a wonderful way for all ages to dip a toe of any skill level into snowsports. Whether you’re making lifelong memories or looking for an activity the whole family can enjoy, here are our three favorite can’t-miss tubing hills around New Mexico.

RUIDOSO WINTER PARK

Day Tubing, 10 a.m – 5 p.m. Most Days | $36.50 per person for 3 hours

Twilight Tubing, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Most Days | $26.50 per person

https://www.ruidosowinterpark.com/winter-tubing/

Ruidoso Winter Park is perfect for serious “tubers” wanting a little adventure. Ruidoso is committed to “the best tubing experience possible” and great conditions are always available due to their impressive snow-making system. Put that fresh powder to good use and choose your own tubing adventure: book a three-hour adventure starting as early as 10 a.m. or end your day “twilight tubing” from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

RED RIVER SKI AREA

Open Most Days, Timeslots Based on Availability. | $28 per person

https://www.redriverskiarea.com/winter/tubing/

Red River Ski Area has trails for every skill level, plus something else for everyone: tubing. After a day of exploring Red River’s trails, gather your group and head over to the picturesque snow-tubing hill. But be sure to grab a reservation. The 4:30 p.m. timeslot is available to reserve online — the perfect time for twilight tubing.

ANGEL FIRE RESORT

Open Daily, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | $40 per person, per hour

https://www.angelfireresort.com/activities/winter-activities/tubing-hill/

Race your friends and family down Angel Fire’s thrilling two-lane tubing hill. Some skiers treat snow tubing as an end to their day on the mountain. Angel Fire Resort is the only place in New Mexico where you can start with tubing and end your day with the resort’s famous night skiing.

No matter which snow-tubing hill you choose, your group is bound to have a mountain experience filled with memories and laughter.

Snow Just Keeps Coming to NM

Mar 1, 2023 by monica

Guess what! We still have an entire month to get out there and make some snow tracks!

And thanks to Mother Nature’s perfectly-timed and generous storm cycles throughout February, there is plenty of snow on the mountains! Ski Santa Fe now has an 85 inches base and over 165 inches this season, all the NM ski areas reported new snow fall last week from 5- 15″ and more is on the way this week! For full details on all of New Mexico’s ski resorts, click in!!

Get a move on while all of our resorts are open this weekend, and three of them are open into April:

Angel Fire: Closes March 19
Pajarito: Closes March 19
Red River: Closes March 19
Sipapu: Closes April 12
Ski Apache: Closes March 19
Ski Santa Fe: Closes April 9 (Tentatively)
Taos Ski Valley: Closes April 9

Check out our very fun March events!

Pajarito Ski Area

SKIESTA

March 18, 2023

Skiesta, the best party of the year is back at Pajarito! Everyone is invited and encouraged to wear a costume and come out for a day of community fun on the mountain. Live music, NM craft beers, costumes and snow races for all ages.

Sipapu Ski and Summer Area

SIPAPU CARDBOARD DERBY

Saturday, March 25, from 8 am-4 pm

Racers arrive with innovative vessels made with only cardboard, duct tape, string and paint and careen down the mountain for a chance to win amazing prizes. Need a little inspiration (or maybe just a laugh)? Check out this video!

Red River Ski and Summer Area

KIDS GLOW STICK PARADE

Wednesday, March 15th at 6:30 pm

Right at the base on Gold Rush Hill. Fuel up on free hot dogs at the Main Chalet before your little “hot dogs” hit the hill! Then stick around for fireworks, too.

COLLEGE DAYS

Savings on lift tickets. Get tickets here.

March 16-19

POND SKIMMING

March 19 @ 3:30 pm

And for one last hurrah, send off the ski season at the annual Pond Skim. Discounted tickets available for this day as well.

Taos Ski Valley

H I G H H A Z A R D H O W E D O W N

March 11, 2023

R A L L Y I N T H E V A L L E Y

March 25

Rally in the Valley is an on-mountain scavenger hunt involving costumes, clues, snow, and general silliness hosted by TAOS and New Belgium Brewing. For $10 per person for teams of 1-4 people, teams can participate in the hunt, have a chance at winning a pair of limited edition Fat Tire skis, and attend a great party afterward with adult beverages and plenty of swag. All proceeds go to the Field Institute of Taos!

W O R L D P R O S K I T O U R D W O R L D C H A M P I O N S H I P S

March 30 – April 1

This prestigious event is the country’s foremost professional alpine race tour where athletes race side-by-side in a single-elimination format. Join Olympians Bode Miller, Deb Armstrong, and others to watch as the world’s top athletes go head-to-head in hopes of taking home a piece of the $200,000 purse. Thousands of spectators, competitors, and sponsors are expected to attend, showcasing Taos’ world-renowned terrain on international television. Get more information.

As winter winds down, we hope you take the opportunity to visit a new venue, try a new trail or two, and make some fresh new winter memories with your friends and family.