The Brave Ski Mom

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New Mexico

Family Skiing at Red River Ski Area in New Mexico

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Today, an interview with a ski mom from Texas about why Red River Ski and Summer Area in New Mexico is one of her family’s favorite places to ski. Family skiing. This season. One ski area. Where do you go?  Since we drive from Texas, New Mexico offers the closest skiing for my family and […]

Skiing in New Mexico

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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 the skiing?”  For skiing in New Mexico […]

Five Reasons to Ski and Ride Ski Santa Fe

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Looking for a family ski destination that offers diverse terrain, excellent instruction, high altitude snow, plenty of sunshine and a cultural experience unlike any other?  Look no further than Ski Santa Fe, near Santa Fe, New Mexico.  Reason #1: Ski Santa Fe Is a Special Place For Families Ski Santa Fe is a family ski […]

Summer at Ski Resorts: Six Bucket List Experiences for Families

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Apologies for the misfire last Monday, when I mistakenly published this as an unfinished post. It’s in much better form now!  Summer is short. And while that’s great news for those of us who love winter and live to ski, it’s bad news for those of us who want to experience everything warm weather offers. […]

Ten Reasons To Ski Taos Ski Valley This Season

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Taos Ski Valley has long been on my list of “must-ski” destinations. Located in the mountains of northern New Mexico, Taos has a big-time freeskiing reputation. It’s also known as a great resort for families. For us, that’s the perfect combination. In March, my 16 year-old son and I road tripped south to check out […]