It’s been a long, hot, smoky summer in the West. Apocalyptic, depressing, and tedious are words that come to mind. So when I looked out my window on Saturday morning, taking in the blue sky and a hint of yellow outlining the brilliant apple green of aspen leaves, I felt a tingle of excitement. Winter […]
New Mexico
15 Reasons to Ski New Mexico’s Enchanted Circle
Austria has the Weisse Ring. Italy has the Selle Ronda. New Mexico has the Enchanted Circle. While Europe’s famous ski circles are connected by piste and lift — and are skiable in one day — when you ski New Mexico’s Enchanted Circle you’ll need a car to complete the route and at least three days […]
Family Skiing at Red River Ski Area in New Mexico
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
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
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 […]