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Taos, NM to Host World Pro Tour Championships

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Taos New Mexico announced on Wednesday that they will be hosting the 2020 World Pro Ski Tour World Championships. The World Pro Ski Tour has made a comeback in recent years after falling out of fashion in the late ’90s. The made for television circuit is interesting because it pits racers against each other in a head-to-head dual GS format. Spectators can see the real-time […]

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Robert Hansen | December 20, 2019
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Inbounds Avalanche that Killed Two in January at Taos Ski Valley, NM was Skier Triggered

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The US Forest Service says the deadly avalanche in January at Taos Ski Valley, NM was skier triggered, and that the resort had complied with its snow safety procedures. The skier triggered the avalanche that led to his death and the death of another skier after they were overrun by snow said a written review obtained by The Associated Press on […]

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AvyBrains | July 16, 2019
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A Stellar Snow Year Meant Taos Ski Valley, NM Just Enjoyed its Best Season in Over 20-Years

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Thanks to a stellar snow year, off the back of one of the driest years in a century, in 2018/19 Taos Ski Valley, NM enjoyed its best season in two decades, according to executive director David Norden. You might also like: Taos Ski Valley, NM: A Unique Culture and History New Mexico ski areas averaged 185 inches of powder from […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | May 24, 2019
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Taos, NM Trip Report: It Doesn’t Get Much Better Than This

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Report from Saturday, March 23rd, 2019 This past weekend I returned to New Mexico and visited Taos Ski Valley. Saturday morning saw 5 inches of fresh snow on the upper part of the mountain. The runs off Lift 2 (Castor, Reforma, and Blitz) offered great skiing throughout the day. Even though it was a powder day the mountain never became […]

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Curtis Weller | March 29, 2019
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Taos Ski Valley, NM: A Unique Culture and History

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Taos Ski Valley is located in the rugged Sangre de Cristo mountains at the start of the Rocky Mountains. Originally an old west mining town established in the 1800s, today is a world-class ski resort. “Old World ambiance seasoned with Native American and Spanish spice gives our valley its unique flavor. We resemble a European ski village but our core […]

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Robin Azer | March 18, 2019
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Avalanche Hit Taos Ski Valley, NM Yesterday Burying a House and Trapping a Woman Inside

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An avalanche hit Taos Ski Valley, NM and partially buried a house at the ski area village on Wednesday afternoon. It’s the second avalanche at the resort this year. Wednesday’s avalanche happened right across from the slopes. Officials said it crossed three roads and temporarily trapped a woman inside the house on Coyote Lane. First responders said she was initially unconscious […]

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AvyBrains | March 14, 2019
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Ski the Change: $300M Revitalization of Taos Ski Valley, NM

[Sponsored by Taos Ski Valley] Taos Ski Valley Resort Renaissance: Taos is in the midst of a $300 million renaissance to enhance the guest experience while maintaining the authenticity of this unique destination. Their aim is to grow the resort better, not bigger. “Everything we do is about improving the guest experience while preserving the underlying spirit, soul, and history […]

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Robin Azer | March 11, 2019
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7 Reasons Why You Should ‘Ski The Change’ at Taos Ski Valley, NM

[Sponsored by Taos Ski Valley] SKI THE CHANGE: Taos Ski Valley is undergoing the largest capital improvement in the resort’s history. What’s unique about this venture is their attention to sustainability, for both the people and the planet. Taos is focused on growing better, not bigger. This way of thinking leads to the distinction of the first and only B […]

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Robin Azer | March 4, 2019
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Why the Taos, NM Snowsports School is Second to None

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[Sponsored by Taos Ski Valley] Taos Ski Valley is nestled in the mountains of northern New Mexico. It’s a unique blend of cultures and heritage that sets Taos apart from the ordinary. In the midst of a $300 million revitalization campaign, it’s only getting better. Many areas of the resort are benefiting, but perhaps none more so than the Ernie […]

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Robin Azer | February 25, 2019
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Kachina Peak at Taos Ski Valley, NM Reopens Following Fatal Avalanche in January

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Taos Ski Valley’s Kachina Peak has reopened a little more than three weeks after a rare avalanche killed two skiers there last month, reports the Taos News. Over the weekend, skiers and snowboarders who had waited out the closure posted photos to social media to mark the reopening of the mountain’s 12,481-foot peak. Chris Stagg, the resort’s vice president, said the […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | February 12, 2019
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Third Ski Death in Three Weeks Rocks Taos Ski Valley, NM

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The Taos, NM community this week mourns the death of Rick Reaves, a real estate broker for Berkshire Hathaway who died in a skiing accident at Taos Ski Valley last Thursday, reports the Taos News. Reaves, 63, died on Ernie’s Run around 2 pm on Thursday, according to Chris Stagg, Vice President at the Ski Valley. Ski Patrollers responded to the […]

Avatar photo SnowBrains | February 6, 2019
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2nd Skier Buried in Inbounds Avalanche at Taos Ski Valley, NM has Passed Away

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The second skier buried in the inbounds avalanche at Taos Ski Valley, NM has passed away. The family of Corey Borg-Massanari began announcing on social media on Sunday that Borg is the second skier who was buried on Thursday (Jan. 17) in an avalanche at Taos Ski Valley and he has died, reports the Taos News. New Mexico Donor Services […]

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AvyBrains | January 22, 2019
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2 Skiers Buried and Critically Injured in Inbounds Avalanche at Taos Ski Valley, NM

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Two skiers were critically injured in an avalanche on Thursday near Kachina Peak, the highest point at Taos Ski Valley ski resort, NM reports the Taos News. According to a press release from the resort, an “inbounds avalanche” occurred in chute three on Kachina just before noon, burying two men who have not yet been identified. Rescuers searching the base of […]

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AvyBrains | January 17, 2019
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Taos, NM Conditions Report: Kachina Peak Opens

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***UPDATE: Taos Ski Valley has just announced that the Kachina Peak lift is open!! Open Wednesday, the 16th, the lift will run from 10:00AM to 2:45PM. It’s no wonder why the Freeride World Tour continues to hold America’s longest running qualifying event in NM – Taos is a four letter word for steep. So when a storm lines up with the probability […]

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Jon Roubik | January 17, 2019
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NOAA: Winter Weather Advisory Issued For Taos Ski Valley, NM | 4-10″ of Snow Today – Saturday Morning

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Taos Ski Valley, NM. It’s in effect until 5:00am Saturday morning. Snowfall is expected to increase in intensity throughout the day today, before diminishing tonight. New Mexico: 4-10″ of Snow Tonight – Saturday Morning “Snow will continue across the northern mountains and far northeast NM today. This snow will impact the […]

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WeatherBrains | January 11, 2019
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Taos, NM Conditions Report: 18″ Dry Pow Falls in 48hrs

Report from January 1st, 2019. Taos Ski Valley, NM has kicked off 2019 in style and the conditions on the mountain are awesome right now. The latest storm to hit New Mexico brought with it 18” of dry powder 12/31 – 2/31, bringing the 7 day accumulative total to 27” – over 2ft! New Years Day was our first time […]

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Ian Chandler | January 3, 2019
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Ski Santa Fe, NM Conditions Report: 15” in Last 7 Days and Cold Temps Offer Great Skiing

Report from December 30th, 2018. Conditions at Ski Santa Fe are excellent right now, with 7/7 lifts and 81/83 trails open providing fantastic skiing across the mountain. Consistent low temperatures (it’s currently well below freezing), and significant snowfall over the past week have ensured good early season coverage (the resort has a 40” base right now) – allowing the resort […]

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Ian Chandler | January 3, 2019
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Taos Ski Valley, NM Is Off To A Great 18/19 Season

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Taos Ski Valley, “New Mexico’s favorite mountain resort,” is off to a great start this season. Known for their light powder, and authentic ski experience, Taos Ski Valley is expecting more snow this coming week. With low temperatures and snow in the forecast for Saturday and Sunday, Taos is forecasting a great season. Already at a 26″ base, this storm […]

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Brian Werner | November 30, 2018
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Taos Ski Valley, NM Bought a Plane and Announced their Own Airline

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World-class ski resort Taos Ski Valley, NM in the Sangre de Cristos, is three hours from the nearest major airport in Albuquerque. Not the greatest accessibility for a major resort. So, how best to solve this problem? Taos think they have the perfect solution. They went out and bought a frickin’ jet and announced a new airline – Taos Air – that will […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | November 23, 2018
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Record Low Snowfall Closes San Juan Resorts Early | Taos Ski Valley in Sangre de Cristo Mountains Received Just 78″ Snow ALL SEASON

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It’s definitely been a weird winter for most of us. Some areas got dumped on all season (we’re looking at you Washington state and Jackson), some places like California had record dry starts but then got really lucky (#MiracleMarch), and the East Coast saw unseen snowfall from nor’easter Quinn, delivering a few lucky resorts up to three feet in one […]

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Steven Agar | April 11, 2018
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