The Mountain Collective, an international alliance of ski destinations providing the Mountain Collective Pass, has widened its geographic reach with the addition of two destinations to its roster.
Stowe joins the Mountain Collective as the first resort on the East Coast, while Taos extends passholder access into New Mexico. These additions will be added to the current list of Sun Valley, AltaSnowbird, Aspen Snowmass, Ski Banff-Lake Louise-Sunshine Village, Jackson Hole, Mammoth Mountain, Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows, Thredbo and Whistler Blackcomb in offering access to some of the best ski and snowboard terrain the world has to offer.
Stowe Mountain Resort, located just outside the Burlington, VT, offers East Coast skiing and riding between the inter-connected Spruce Peak and Mt. Mansfield– the highest elevation in the state. Stowe regularly receives over 300 inches of snow each season and covers 80 percent of its diverse terrain with world-class snowmaking. Passholders will have access to 485 acres of terrain over a 2,360 foot vertical drop.
“Stowe Mountain Resort is delighted to be part of Mountain Collective,” said Robert McEleney, President and CEO, Stowe Mountain Resort. “As the only Eastern resort amongst 11 distinctive and iconic destinations, Stowe offers a superlative overall experience both on and off the mountain, to the most discerning skiers and riders traveling in this part of North America. Stowe Mountain Resort, a place we call ‘bigger than a mountain,’ combines skiing’s most storied history with new enhancements that range from outdoor ice skating, to a new children’s Adventure Center and base area village at Spruce Peak.”
Taos, New Mexico has long been appreciated as an authentic, big mountain experience, from wide-open groomers and bowls to tree-lined glades, bumps and chutes. Topping out at 12,450 feet, its Kachina Peak Lift gives direct access to expansive terrain along with views of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range. Passholders will also have access to the newly renovated base area facilities and a world class ski school.
“Taos Ski Valley is extremely excited and proud to join Mountain Collective and such a legendary group of resorts that make up the Collective,” said Gordon Briner, CEO, Taos Ski Valley. “With some of the most unique terrain in the southern Rocky Mountains and exciting new resort developments and improvements happening, including the newly added Kachina Lift that delivers skiers and riders to over 12,400', we cannot wait to share our legendary terrain and authentic experience with a new group of guests.”
Mountain Collective passes are on sale for $399. The Pass includes two days of skiing or riding at each of the eleven destinations (AltaSnowbird, Aspen Snowmass, Jackson Hole, Mammoth Mountain, Ski Banff-Lake Louise-Sunshine, Stowe, Sun Valley, Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows, Taos, Thredbo and Whistler Blackcomb), plus a 50 percent discount on all additional days with no blackout dates. Pricing for kids 12 and under is $99 for the 2015-16 season.
Passes are available online at www.MountainCollective.com. A limited number of passes are now available for only $399.
In addition to being able to ski or ride at eleven leading destinations, extra benefits available to Mountain Collective pass holders include exclusive lodging deals and two bonus days at Valle Nevado, Chile and the Hakuba Valley, Japan. Additionally, passes come with a complimentary, one-year Protect Our Winters (protectourwinters.org) membership.
Protect Our Winters hopes to unite the winter sports community on the important issue of climate change.
