Winter sports enthusiasts hit the slopes at Taos Ski Valley Friday (Jan. 9) to enjoy the 10-13 inches of fresh snow that — finally, after a month-long dry spell — covered the Enchanted Circle late last week. It was a much-needed boost for ski areas and a critical addition to the snowpack that North Central New Mexico and communities downstream rely on in the warmer months. Video by Clementine Miller @clementinemiller_photo | Taos News

13” in the past 24 hours and 6” overnight! What a great start to the week! ❄️⛷️🏂 | Taos Ski Valley

18K views · 202 reactions | When winter comes to Northern New Mexico, Taos Ski Valley reveals a side of the Rockies few are familiar with. This undiscovered bigmountain skiing secret offers steep lines, wide-open turns, and blower pow. Come find what lies just off the map of ordinary. | Powder | Facebook

1.4K views · 32 reactions | While protecting the forests we call home is our top priority, there are additional bonuses to active forest health work. Because of our forestry efforts, we're opening 3 new runs in previously closed terrain! Check out our trail map. | Taos Ski Valley | Facebook