Taos, New Mexico

March 13 to 21, 2009

Join us for a great week in Taos Ski Valley. Lots of uncrowded trails for beginner, intermediate, and advanced skiers – often with radiant sunshine as well as fresh snow.

• The first day we fly to Albuquerque and spend the night on Santa Fe's downtown plaza at the La Fonda hotel, known for its architecture, décor, and artwork. www.lafondasantafe.com

• A 1.5-hour bus transfer on Saturday afternoon will bring us to the Inn at Snakedance www.snakedancecondos.com in Taos Ski Valley for seven nights lodging – just ten yards from the lift. Package includes 5 of 6 day ski pass, welcome reception, breakfast, one group dinner, après ski parties, fleece vest with club logo, and more.

• Enjoy six great ski days with optional morning ski lessons with the best ski instructors in the country. Special senior rates. Snowboarders welcome. www.skitaos.org

• There are several fine dining opportunities including the legendary St. Bernard Hotel.

• Optional group visit one afternoon/evening for shopping and dinner in the town of Taos – a unique blend of natural beauty, American Indian culture, and Old West history.

Price per person, approximately $1,650 (including airfare)

To reserve, send $250 deposit per person made out to Elizabeth Warren-Boulton. Send to Liz at 3049 Porter St, NW, Washington, DC 20008. For more information, contact trip leaders Liz Warren-Boulton and Joe Jevcak at elizawb@starpower.net or 202-244-5717.