Top 7 Sunniest Ski Resorts in America As much as the skier community craves deep, jaw-dropping powder days, it’s hard to deny the pure joy of bluebird days. There are few feelings that match cresting the top of a ski lift on a gorgeous blue sky day and seeing mountainous views surrounding you. Although, skiing down the run in that same setting may top it. That’s why […] Brains Riley McDonald | August 8, 2025 2 Comments
Taos Ski Valley, NM, Becomes First Resort in North America to Use Electric Snowcat 2023 was the planet’s warmest year on record, according to an analysis by scientists from NOAA’s National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI). That was the highest global temperature among all years in NOAA’s 1850-2023 climate record. Many ways can help reduce emissions and lower our carbon footprint to make sure we do not continue on the same warming trend that is predicted to […] Industry News Gregg Frantz | February 23, 2024 0 Comments
Decision on Gondola Project at Taos Ski Valley, NM, Postponed Yet Again to May 2024 According to Friends of the Rio Hondo, the Forest Service has again delayed announcing a decision on the Gondola Project at Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico. While the new schedule hasn’t been reflected yet on the Project Webpage of Forest Service, the internal project schedule has been amended and now is estimated that a decision will be made in May […] Industry News SnowBrains | January 8, 2024 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
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
World Pro Ski Tour Coming to Taos Ski Valley, NM Taos Ski Valley will host the World Pro Ski Tour World Championships, from March 30 – April 3, 2023. The 2023 World Pro Ski Tour consists of eleven races in total, eight men’s events, and three women’s events. The prestigious event is America’s foremost professional alpine race tour where athletes race side-by-side in an elimination-style format. The tour kicked off in January […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 22, 2023 0 Comments
Recent Storm Dumps 25” of Snow at Taos Ski Valley, NM Taos Ski Valley is a world-class ski destination in northern New Mexico with a base elevation of 9,200 feet. The ski resort is only 15 miles from Taos, home to the Taos Pueblo, a World Heritage Site. Taos offers a unique combination of southwestern hospitality and incredible powder. Thanks to its high elevation — the top elevation reaches 12,481ft — […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | February 17, 2023 0 Comments
Taos Ski Valley, NM, Report: Powder Laps in The Walkyrie Chutes Brought to you by Taos Ski Valley Report from Friday, January 27, 2023 The complimentary coffee at The Blake was scrumptious. We ate some bagels, got caffeinated, and hit the slopes. It was sunny and warmer than yesterday, with temperatures in the 20s and light winds. Conditions were banner and beautiful. We took up Lift 1 from the base, skied […] Conditions Report Martin Kuprianowicz | January 28, 2023 0 Comments
Snowmaking Currently Underway at Taos Ski Valley, NM | Opening Day Less Than 1 Month Away View this post on Instagram A post shared by Taos Ski Valley (@skitaos) Winter is right around the corner for Taos Ski Valley. The world-class ski area known for its limitless steep terrain and southwestern atmosphere started snowmaking operations this week after receiving significant natural snowfall. Taos shared in a news release: “Last night, we took a momentous step in our […] Industry News Martin Kuprianowicz | October 25, 2022 0 Comments
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