Competition Season in New Mexico
Competition Season in New Mexico
Athletes from far and wide will descend on TAOS Ski Valley to test their skills.
February is For Fun!
Red River Songwriters’ Festival February 2 – February 4 If you’ve ever wanted to spend a few days in the beautiful mountains of northern New Mexico, hanging out with some of your favorite songwriters, doing a little eating, drinking, and perhaps skiing….then this event is for you. Texas Red’s Red River Songwriters’ Festival was founded by Drew… Read More
January 2023 Events Around New Mexico
Ring in the new year by attending some of our favorite events all month long. From wine festivals and anniversary parties to saluting our members of the military, here’s what’s happening throughout New Mexico in January 2023. CHAMA CHILE SKI CLASSIC January 13-15, 2023 Welcome to the 50th Anniversary!!! The 1970s were 50 years ago?… Read More
SKI NEW MEXICO DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SKI VACATION PACKAGES
Ready to hit the slopes? New Mexico’s top resorts are offering exclusive deals and vacation packages for skiers this season. Level up your resort this ski season. Santa Fe Skiers, now is your chance to experience true luxury at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe. On 4-night stays and longer, get two adult two-day… Read More
Enchanted Circle Weekend Getaway
The Enchanted Circle is home to quaint western towns, modern mountain resorts, everything in between, and some of the best skiing on the planet. A gateway to once-in-a-lifetime sights and experiences, it’s easy to be overwhelmed with so much to do. Take a weekend to explore this distinctly New Mexican alpine oasis and discover the… Read More
Spectacular Spring Snow!
Don’t cry because we’re on the tail end of winter—Smile because 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 cycle last week, there is plenty of snow on the mountains! Taos got more than 52 inches of fresh powder,… Read More
History of Skiing in New Mexico
New Book Released on New Mexico’s Ski History in Photos New Mexico has one of the oldest ski cultures in the American West, going back to the miners ofthe late 19th century who used skis as practical tools for accessing snow-covered terrain, and forfun. Recreational skiing arose in the 1920s among students of the Los… Read More
OLD CHAIRS, OLD MEMORIES
03/10/2021 Old Chairs, Old Memories | By Snowsports Journalist Daniel Gibson | A fun, new, short film I ran across online, the Solomon-produced 12-minute documentary titled “The Chairlift,” got me thinking about these mechanical devices that are so essential to downhill skiing as we know it. While self-powered backcountry skiing is growing by leaps and… Read More
Make the Most of Spring on the Slopes in New Mexico
As the ski season nears an end, be sure you are making the most of this time of year. Check out these events scheduled in February and March at New Mexico Ski Areas. From adults only outings to family friendly competitions there is sure to be an event just right for you! Angel Fire Feb…. Read More
Youth Ski Programs in New Mexico
Developing new skills or honing existing ones is an important part of child development. In fact, novel experiences are shown to increase happiness and learning. Learning to ski or snowboard in a youth program is one way children can have a new experience, have fun, and develop a healthy skill they can carry with them,… Read More
Top 7 Coolest Ski and Snowboard Photos
These skiers and snowboarders have frozen some epic wintery moments forever! We went on a search for the best ski and snowboard photos and found incredible shots across New Mexico Ski areas. Get ready to Be Enchanted! Photo by Jimmy McGarriston featuring Tucker Beatty Location: Taos Ski Valley This skier takes on a steep slope… Read More
Don’t Miss These Events This January
Even though Christmas and New Years are behind us, there are still plenty of events taking place across New Mexico. This year, you can save money on lift tickets, watch–or participate in–races, try out some wine, and listen to live music! Buy your lift tickets and get your room booked now, because you won’t want… Read More
10 Reasons to Take Lessons During Learn to Ski Month
January is Learn to Ski Month, and there’s never been a better time to head to the mountains in New Mexico and take a lesson! (Children 6-12 learn for only $50 a day in January!) Whether you’re new to the sport or have been practicing for years, taking a lesson by a trained instructor can… Read More
Ski into a New Mexico Christmas in 2019
Nothing says Christmas like white powdery flakes falling from the sky and celebrating the season with the one you love. While we can’t promise the snow, we can ensure you’ll have a fabulous time in New Mexico. If you’re one of the many people who enjoy spending the holidays on the slopes, you’ll love these… Read More
Don’t Miss These New Mexico Skiing Deals
Going on a trip to the mountains for some fresh air and great skiing or snowboarding can be a great way to decompress, spend quality time with family, or make good memories with friends. However, full-price lift tickets and rentals can get pricey, especially if you want to go more than once or twice a… Read More
This Is New Mexico Skiing
By Kristen Lummis – Brave Ski Mom Driving to New Mexico to ski or snowboard can be a bit disorienting. Coming from almost any direction, the landscape is truly enchanting, a mosaic of high plateaus, desert canyons and rocky monoliths. And while mountains punctuate the horizon in every direction, it’s easy to ask yourself, “where’s… Read More
2019-2020 Opening Dates
The tentative opening dates for the 2019-20 ski season are below. Please note these dates all subject to weather and snowfall amounts. Things are looking really good! Thinks snow and keep dancing. Sipapu – First to open – November 22, 2019 Red River Ski & Summer Area – November 27, 2019 Ski Apache – November… Read More
