Taos Ski Valley, NM, Adds Electric Snowmobiles to its Fleet Taos Ski Valley, a world-class resort in New Mexico, has purchased a new fleet of electric snowmobiles. The machines were bought from the Canadian-based company Taiga, which is creating innovation in the snowmobile industry at a truly impressive rate. Related: Taos, NM: A Confluence of Culture Taos initially purchased nine snowmobiles from Taiga, and they plan to further integrate these […] Matt Scribner | May 9, 2023 0 Comments
Taos, NM: A Confluence of Culture Brought to you by Taos Ski Valley When you picture a ski town, you might imagine quaint European chalets tucked under a cozy layer of snow. Or, you might think of swanky condos and the sprawling mega-mansions of the super-rich. Chances are, you did not picture structures made out of adobe (a mud and straw mixture) that have stood for […] Featured Article Lynn Barlow | April 10, 2023 1 Comment
Taos Ski Valley, NM, Will Reopen April 6, 2023, Following Water Distribution System Repairs Following a four-day closure caused by the resort’s water distribution system failure, Taos Ski Valley, NM, announced on its website that it would reopen on Thursday, April 6, 2023. The New Mexico ski resort first became aware of the problem on Saturday, April 1, 2023, and was forced to close after a quick fix proved impossible. The antiquated pipes leaking […] Industry News SnowBrains | April 6, 2023 0 Comments
Water Distribution System Outage Closes Taos Ski Valley, NM Taos Ski Valley, NM, has been closed since Sunday, April 2, 2023, due to ongoing municipal water distribution system repairs. The resort first became aware of the problem on Saturday and had hoped to be able to fix this issue quickly. However, the antiquated pipes are leaking, meaning the resort doesn’t have enough water pressure to safely operate critical guest […] Industry News SnowBrains | April 4, 2023 0 Comments
Taos Ski Valley, NM, Hosting World Pro Ski Tour World Championships March 30-April 1, 2023 Taos, NM, will once again host the World Pro Ski Tour World Championships. The World Pro Ski Tour is an American tour featuring foremost professional alpine racers. This Tour features Olympians, World Cup athletes, and professional skiers from around the world and culminates in the World Championship tournament on Taos’ world-renowned terrain. Ski racers compete side-by-side in a single-elimination format. On-site […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 29, 2023 0 Comments
Carson National Forest Seeks Comments on Plans for Taos Ski Valley, NM Carson National Forest is seeking comments on the Draft Environmental Assessment for resort projects that Taos Ski Valley, NM proposed. Comments can be submitted between March 9 and April 9, 2023. The Forest seeks to authorize the resort to: Build a base-to-base gondola. Replace lifts 2 and 8. Install a new booster station, water tank, and additional snowmaking pipe. Develop […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
Ski Santa Fe, NM, Announces Season Extension Through April 16th Ski Santa Fe, NM, announced over the weekend that thanks to over four feet of snow in March, it is extending its season through April 16th. SEASON EXTENDED THROUGH APRIL 16TH! Spring has yet to arrive at Ski Santa Fe and we aren’t ready for the season to end! We have received more than 4 feet of snow in the […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 27, 2023 0 Comments
Taos Ski Valley, NM, to Host Freeride Competition March 21-24 From March 21-24, 2023, Freeride athletes from far and wide will descend on Taos Ski Valley, NM, 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. Along with the International Freeskiers and Snowboarders Association and the Freeride World Tour, Taos Ski Valley will host a […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | March 21, 2023 0 Comments