Whistler's Best Activity Guide - Winter/Spring 2019

WHISTLER'S BESTâ„¢

ACTIVITY

GUIDE

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Revived.

Body & Mind.

Scandinave Spa Whistler offers a traditional Scandinavian baths and massage experience surrounded by a spruce and cedar forest. Located five minutes from Whistler Village

79 $ 189 $

SCANDINAVE BATHS EXPERIENCE SWEDISH MASSAGE & BATHS

SCANDINAVE.COM 1 888 935 2423 8010 Mons Road, Whistler, BC

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WELCOME TO WHISTLER BC VANCOU V ER 2010 OLY M PIC & PA R A LY M P I C G A M E S V E N U E Whistler is famous for its two spectacular winter playgrounds, Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. By the numbers, “the hills”—as they are affectionately known by locals—are incredibly appealing to any ski or snowboard enthusiast, as they boast a combined 8171 acres of terrain, 200+ marked runs, and 1170 centimetres (461 inches) of average annual snowfall.

But it’s the top marks the resort earns in the categories of terrain variety, off-hill activity, terrain parks, après and overall experience that have earned Whistler the #1 Resort award by Ski Magazine.

If variety is the spice of life, then Whistler’s impressive range of activities will ensure everyone has a taste of an adventure they enjoy. For those who revel in recreating under their own steam, there’s ice skating and hockey, cross-country skiing (including a trail for dogs), tobogganing, snowshoeing, horsedrawn sleigh rides and eagle viewing. Gravity fed snow-sports that will get your heart pumping encompass skiing, snowboarding, tubing, ziplining, snowmobiling, bungee jumping, heli-skiing, cat-skiing, bobsleigh riding and skeleton sliding. Feel the excitement as you hone your axe throwing skills, challenge your puzzle-solving ability in live escape rooms, or experience a unique dog sledding tour led by our furry four-legged friends.

Whistler also has a wealth of cultural activities to explore, such as tasting and fondue tours, pub crawls and museums. Learn about the art, history and culture of the indigenous peoples of our region at the Squamish Lílwat Cultural Centre.

To experience the breathtaking views of Whistler and Blackcomb, their snow-capped peaks and forested terrain, hop on a helicopter for a tour or take a ride on the Guinness World record-holding PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, built for sightseers, skiers and snowboarders alike.

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO HAVE A GREAT TIME IN WHISTLER

QUICK REFERENCE Scandinave Spa

1.888.935.2423 3

Canadian Snowmobile

604.938.1616 7

Canadian Snowshoe

604.938.1616 8

Canadian Dogsled

604.938.1616 9

Canadian Adventure Dining

604.938.1616 11

Ziptrek Ecotours

604.935.0001 13 & 56

Whistler Valley Tours

604.967.3509

Blackcomb Sleighrides

604.932.7631 15

Cross Country Connection

604.905.0071

Escape! Whistler

604.962.1117 19

Whistler Craft Crawl

604.900.8044 20

Whistler Club Crawl

604.256.1434 21

Whistler Bungee

604.938.9333 23

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The Adventure Group - Snowmobile 1.855.824.9955 24-27 The Ketel One Ice Room

604.932.3433

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Blackcomb Helicopters

1.800.330.4354 31

Superfly Ziplines

1.855.824.9955 32

The Adventure Group - Snowshoe

1.855.824.9955 33

Escape Route - Whistler Marketplace 604.938.3228 - Demo Centre

604.962.3228

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Blackcomb Backcountry

604.932.8484 37

Blackcomb Teepee Tours

604.932.8484 39

Blackcomb Snowmobile & Dogsled 604.932.8484 41 Whistler Kids Snow School

1.800.766.0449 43

Squamish Rafting - Eagle Viewing

604.898.4677 45

Nesters Market

604.932.3545 47

Whistler Shooting Adventures

604.935.8778

Whistler Sliding Centre

694.964.0040 50

Whistler Olympic Park

604.964.0059 51

West Coast Railway Heritage Park

604.898.9336

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Whistler Integrative Massage Therapy 604.962.8828

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Forged Axe Throwing

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Maps

778.770.2240

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SNOWMOBILE

ADVENTURES

FOR ALL AGES & ABILITY LEVELS

CALLAGHAN CRUISER BEGINNER/FAMILY FRIENDLY

DEPARTURE: 9:30am, 1:00pm DURATION: 3 hours (round trip) RATE: $159* Per Person Sharing, $199* Single $59 Kids 5-12 yrs (1 Per Full Paying Adult)

WILDERNESS RUN MODERATE / INTERMEDIATE RIDERS

DEPARTURE: 8:00am, 11:00am & 2:00pm DURATION: 3 hours (round trip) RATE: $159* Per Person Sharing, $199* Single

BACKCOUNTRY X STRONG RIDERS / CHALLENGING TERRAIN

DEPARTURE: 8:00am, 12:30pm DURATION: 4 hours (round trip) RATE: $299* Single Riders Only

THE POWDERHOUND STRONG RIDERS / CHALLENGING TERRAIN

DEPARTURE: 8:00am DURATION: Full Day (6 hours) RATE: $425* Single Riders Only

604.938.1616 l CANADIANWILDERNESS.COM ADVENTURE DESK: CARLETON LODGE, MOUNTAIN SQUARE

BLACKCOMB MOUNTAIN l CALLAGHAN VALLEY

BLACKCOMB CLASSIC

BY SNOWMOBILE

MODERATE / CONFIDENT RIDERS & COUPLES

DEPARTURE: 4:30pm DURATION: 2 hours (round trip) RATE: $119 Per Person Sharing, $159 Single

BY SNOWCAT FAMILY FRIENDLY

DEPARTURE: 4:30pm DURATION: 2 hours (round trip) RATE: $129 Per Passenger * All snowmobile tours will have an additional charge of $20 collision coverage per driver.

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SNOWSHOE

ADVENTURE SHOWSHOE - WALK THROUGH A FOREST FULL OF MYSTERY

THE MEDICINE TRAIL HEALTHY FITNESS

DEPARTURE: 9:00am, 12:00pm & 3:00pm DURATION: 3 hours (round trip) RATE: $89 Adult, $59 Youth (15 & under)

604.938.1616 l CANADIANWILDERNESS.COM ADVENTURE DESK: CARLETON LODGE, MOUNTAIN SQUARE

CALLAGHAN VALLEY

DOGSLED

DOGSLED - A REAL CANADIAN ADVENTURE

TRAPPER’S RUN ALL ABILITIES

DEPARTURE: 9:00am, 12:00pm & 3:00pm DURATION: 3 hours RATE: $458 Per Sled (Max 2 Adults), $99 Child 4-12 yrs (Sharing Sled with 2 Adults) *A sled will comfortably hold 2 adults and 1 small child with a maximum combined weight of 400 lbs.

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ADVENTURE DINING TOURS

MOUNTAINTOP FONDUE EXCLUSIVE DINING AT 6000ft

BY SNOWCAT ALL ABILITIES

DEPARTURE: 7:15pm l DURATION: 3.5 hours RATE: $209 Per Passenger

BY SNOWMOBILE MODERATE

DEPARTURE: 6:30pm l DURATION: 4 hours RATE: $229* Per Person Sharing, $269* Single Rider

604.938.1616 l CANADIANWILDERNESS.COM ADVENTURE DESK: CARLETON LODGE, MOUNTAIN SQUARE

CRYSTAL HUT l SPROATT CABIN

YUKON BREAKFAST MODERATE

DEPARTURE: 8:00am DURATION: 4 hours (round trip) RATE: $195* Per Person Sharing, $239* Single Riders

STEAK NIGHT MODERATE

DEPARTURE: 5:00pm (Tuesday & Thursday) DURATION: 4.5 hours (round trip) RATE: $239* Per Person Sharing, $279* Single Riders * Only one driver per snowmobile permitted on dining tours.

Plus $20 collision coverage for all drivers.

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Your adventure awaits Ziptrek Ecotours hosts a selection of breathtaking zipline tours.

Our wilderness adventure area is located directly above Whistler Village, in the spectacular temperate rainforest valley between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains.

ZIPTREK TOURS AT A GLANCE Tour Name: Ziplines Length of Tour Tree Top Bridges

Bear

Eagle

Mammoth

Twilight

TreeTrek

5

5

10

6

None

3 hr

3 hr

4.5 hr

3 hr

2 hr

4

4

8

8

9

includes refreshment

Regular Pricing plus tax Adult

$ 119

$ 149

$ 209

$ 119

$ 49

Youth*/ Senior*

$ 99

$ 129

$ 189

$ 99

$ 39

* Youth (6-14 years), Senior (65 & over).

Discover eco-exhilaration

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ziptrek.com 604.935.0001

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G SIGHTSEEING! Daily tours showcasing the entire Whistler Valley

You've seen the village now DISCOVER all of WHISTLER Looking for a unique adventure off the slopes?

Join one of our local knowledgeable guides on a journey to Whistler's most picturesque locations Olympic venues, historic sites and hidden shopping districts. Enjoy a full commentary .99 of the Whistler story, countless photo $79 +tax opportunities and comfortable transport!

Departs: 12.30pm | Duration: 2.5-3hrs | Difficulty: Easy

WhistlerValleyTours.com

BLACKCOMB SLEIGHRIDES step back in time...enjoy a horse drawn tour

Scenic Sleigh ride tours on Blackcomb Mountain with blankets, and canopies on the sleighs in case of rain or snow.

BLACKCOMB MOUNTAIN TOURS daily 5:00pm - 7:00pm (and 8:00pm during peak season) (50-60 minute tours)

$69 / adult

$40 / child

Exclusive private Sleigh Rides available.

A wonderful engagement opportunity. $350 / two people

604.932.7631

www.blackcombsleighrides.com 15

cross country connection

crosscountryconnection.ca

snowshoe & XC ski rentals discover package $ 119 Lost Lake PassivHaus

Rentals Lessons whistler • 604.905.0071

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WHISTLER’S ORIGINAL

CAN YOU ESCAPE PIRATE SHIP

PINBALL MACHINE

HOW IT WORKS Choose from our 4 themes and immerse yourself into the world we have created for you. Be prepared for fun, creative, and interactive obstacles. How far you make it will depend on your group’s ability to solve the challenges laid out for you. If you get stumped along the way, you will have the opportunity to receive clues to help you advance. But don’t waste time... you only have 45 minutes to ESCAPE!

Located in the Hilton Hotel at the base of Whistler Mountain We ask that your group please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled start time

ESCAPE ROOMS

WITHIN

MINS RABBIT HOLE

buried cabin

PRICE $33 per person, per adventure.

All participants must complete a digital waiver available at EscapeWhistler.com.

Players under 19 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian co sign.

ESCAPEWHISTLER.COM

604-962-1117

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ING H T N STO DO I LER E B T IST WH

The Most Fun You'll Have While Drinking Beer!

Tour Includes: 16+ Canadian Craft Beers 4+ Bars Food and Appetizers Photos Guided by an Amazing Local Bar Hopping Tours Daily Access to After Party

$89pp BOOK NOW!

604.900.8044 whistlercraftcrawl.com

10% Off Using Code: ActivityGuide

Whistler’s Original Club Crawl!

Tour Includes: 4-5 Nightclubs Drinks Food and Appetizers No Lines or Cover Charges Photos Tours Run Friday & Saturday Nights Best Night of Your Life!

$60pp LIMITED SPACE!

604.256.1434 whistlerclubcrawl.com 21

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Four Seasons

To Lost Lake 4

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Whistler Racquet Club

Lorimer Rd.

Whistler Market Olympic Plaza Place Lodge 5

North star

IGA

99

Blackcomb Way

Town Plaza

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12 Main St.

Summit Lodge Library Alpenglow Lodge Northlands Blvd.

Delta Suites

Pinnacle 7

Cascade Cascade Lodge

Lodge

N W

Village Gate Blvd.

Conference Centre

E

S To Creekside and Vancouver Whistler Golf Course

Whistler Village

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Aava Hotel

1 Blackcomb Sleighrides

5 Escape Route

2 Blackcomb Snowmobile

6 Escape! Whistler

3 Canadian Wilderness Adventures

7 Squamish Rafting Eagle Tours (Pick-up location)

4 Cross Country Connection

8 Superfly Ziplines

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO HAVE A GREAT TIME IN WHISTLER

THE KETEL ONE ICE ROOM

The coldest vodka tasting room in the world SAMPLE A GLOBAL SELECTION OF VODKAS OPEN DAILY FROM 3 PM * NO RESERVATION REQUIRED 4121 VILLAGE GREEN | ADJACENT TO LISTEL HOTEL 604 932 3433 | BEARFOOTBISTRO.COM

* winter season

Fairmont Chateau Embarc Blackcomb Gondola

Glacier Lodge

Glacier LodgeWay Blackcomb

Le Chamois

Base of Magic of Blackcomb Base Chair

Blackcomb 1

PS FD

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Pan

Pacific Pan Pacific

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Blackcomb Lodge

Pan Pacific

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Village Square

Excalibur

Sundial

Sundial

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Mountain Crystal Square 16 Lodge 3 Listel THE HILTON 10 Hotel 6 8 9 WHISTLER RESORT & SPA 2 The Hilton Whistler Way Whistler Resort & Spa 3 Whistler Driving Range

Fitzsimmons Up

WhistlerMou The Gondola ntain

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9 The Adventure Group

13 Whistler Kids Snow School

10 The Ketel One Ice Room

14 Whistler Sliding Centre

11 Whistler Bungee

15 Whistler Valley Tours

12 Whistler Integrative Massage Therapy

(Pick-up location)

16 Ziptrek Ecotours

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Green Lake

Nicklaus North Clubhouse

Nicklaus North Blvd.

Alpine Meadows Market & CafĂŠ Alpine Way

Riverside R.v. & Campground

99

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5

Meadow Park Sports Centre Mons Rd.

Alpine Meadows 1 Blackcomb Helicopters 2 Forged Axe Throwing 3 Meadow Park Sports Centre

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4 Nesters Market 5 Scandinave Spa

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6 Squamish Eagle Viewing 7 West Coast Railway Heritage Park

Nesters Rd.

8 Whistler Olympic Park 9 Whistler Shooting Adventures

Creekside Whistler Village

Lake Placid Rd. Lorimer Rd.

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99

Husky Gas Station Function Junction

Whistler Market Place

Whistler Village Village Gate Blvd.

Nita Lake Lodge

Whistler Creekside

Function Junction Whistler Creekside 99

Squamish 6 7 8

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ADVENTURES POWERED ADVENTURES

BY POWERED BY

BC BC EXPERIENCE EXPERIENCE

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This is followed by a landing on the 24 minutes Provincial Park.glacier This is followed by aMountain. landing on the in 24 12,000-year-old on Rainbow theminutes air with a 12,000-year-old glacier on Rainbow Mountain. the air landing with a 15inminute

$285 per person + 5% GST $285run per + 5%call GST Tours all person day long, please or

15 minute landing

*Landing is *Landing is and complimentary complimentary and subject to weather subject to weather

Tours runavailable all day long, please call or email for times. email for available times.

WHISTLER WHISTLER EXPLORER EXPLORER

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$170 per person + 5% GST $170run per + 5%call GST Tours all person day long, please or

12 minutes 12inminutes the air in the air

Tours runavailable all day long, please call or email for times. email for available times.

@blackcomb_helicopters @blackcomb_helicopters

/blackcombhelicopters /blackcombhelicopters

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“Winner of Best Service in Whistler, Retail”

Whistler’s Backcountry Gear Source since 1990.

Check out our new Demo Centre for all of your backcountry performance rentals. Just steps from the Village Gondola.

Whistler Marketplace St. Andrews Building 113-4350 Lorimer Rd 7-4433 Sundial Pl 604-938-3228 604 962 3228 www.escaperoute.ca 35

BLACKCOMB

Whistler, BC EST 1992

Family

Private

Wilderness

Extreme

EXTRA CHILD

$99 WHEN IN SLED

WITH 2 OTHERS

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$89

$79

$109

$99

604-932-8484

Hilton Hotel Whistler

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MOST POPULAR 2 Hour Tour

Departs 9:00 / 11:30 / 2:30 / 4:30

$159

SINGLE RIDER

$119

PER PERSON SHARING

3 Hour Tour

$199

$159

Departs 9:30 / 11:00 / 12:30 / 2:00 / 3:30 PER PERSON

EXTRA CHILD $99 WHEN IN SLED

WITH 2 OTHERS

$159

SINGLE RIDER

Departs 10:30 / 1:00 PER PERSON SHARING

M O U N TA I N M U S H I N G 2.5 Hour Tour

$229 M I N. 2 P E R S L E D

Departs 9:00 / 11:30

3 Hour Tour

Departs 10:30 / 1:00 / 3:30 SINGLE RIDER

KIDS RIDE 2 Hour Tour

$199

SINGLE RIDER

Tour

E FREE / 2:30 / 4:30

$119

PER PERSON SHARING

Departs 9:00 / 11:30 / 2:30 / 4:30

$199

SINGLE RIDER

$159 S H A R I N G

PER PERSON

3 Hour Tour

/ 3:30

$159

C U S TO M I Z E YO U R R I D E 2 Hour Tour

Departs 10:30 / 1:00 / 3:30 PER PERSON SHARING

$249 R I D E R

SINGLE

$199 S H A R I N G

PER PERSON

Hilton Whistler Resort Lobby Level

604-932-8484

Book Online or Visit Our Office www.BlackcombSnowmobile.com

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WE TAKE FUN SERIOUSLY

TONS OF FUN & ADVENTURE Whistler Kids 3-day and 5-day Adventure Camps are the best way for kids to improve their skills while having fun - all taught by instructors that return season after season. Each camp is jam packed with events and activities, turning one camp into a lifetime of memories.

BENEFITS: SAME INSTRUCTOR for the camp’s duration SPECIAL WEEKLY themes and activities HOT LUNCH AND SNACKS provided daily LIFT LINE PRIORITY Advance registration is highly recommended.

Programs vary by locations, please inquire for details.

VISIT ANY SNOW SCHOOL SALES DESK whistlerblackcomb.com or call 1.800.766.0449 KEEP TRACK OF THE KIDS Flaik is a real-time tracking system that includes a GPS tag worn by skiers and riders. It not only provides extra safety, but allows participants to log their day to see what runs they were on, how much vertical was achieved and where they want to ski in the future at Whistler Blackcomb. Visit whistlerblackcomb.com/flaik for more information.

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www.eagleviewing.com

604.898.4677

Come Experience the Wild Beauty of Squamish.

Key Trip Highlights:

Gentle River Available Float October to April

All Weather Free Professional Gear Provided Photos

Wilderness & Eagle Viewing Floats An especially memorable outing for anyone interested in photography, wildlife or bird watching. Fall months bring thousands of spawning wild salmon to our rivers & Winter welcomes the largest gatherings of bald eagles in the world; with Spring comes the awakening of local wildlife & the impressive display of snow-melt waterfalls cascading down from our mountains.

Witness these natural phenomena, sip on a hot beverage, and float down the river with us for an unforgettable tour that will connect you with the cycle of life. Finish your day sharing photos with friends by the fire at our cozy wilderness base.

This half-day outing includes: a hearty bowl of chili, hot beverages & dessert.

Peak Eagle Viewing: November through February $119 for adults, $79 for children (5-16 yrs, 50+lbs) Departs Squamish Daily: 11am

Coming from Whistler or Squamish?

Free round-trip shuttle Coming from Vancouver?

Round-trip shuttle for just $35/person

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Your full service grocery store featuring: - Online shopping - Specialty meats - Bulk foods - Liquor delivery - Grocery delivery - Organic food - Fresh produce - Bakery - Delicious seafood

2017

- Friendly pharmacist - Nutritional advisors - Vitamins & supplements - Infant care products - Health foods - Sports supplements

nestersmarket.com info@nestersmarket.com

WH IS T LE R

Juice & Smoothie Bar

Shop online nestersmarket.com

Nesters Market:

Pharmacy:

604.932.3545 604.905.0429

7019 Nesters Rd

(Just 1km north of the Village)

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WHISTLER

SHOOTING ADVENTURES

Whistler Shooting Adventures allows you to experience the thrill of target shooting in a safe and friendly environment under the careful guidance of our instructors.

VIEW OUR FULL RANGE OF PACKAGES AT

WWW.WHISTLERSHOOTING.COM OR CONTACT US FOR MORE INFO

WHISTLERSHOOTING@GMAIL.COM

604 935 8778 OPEN DAILY FROM 10-5

REAL GUNS! REAL FUN! WWW.WHISTLERSHOOTING.COM

MANY PACKAGES TO CHOOSE

VIEW FULL SELECTION ONLINE

Safe shooting adventures for all ages and experience levels.

No permits or licenses required!

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Tick Bobsleigh or Skeleton off your

Ăž bucket list!

189

$

Coast down the world’s fastest sliding track in a 4-person bobsled, steered by a trained pilot, reaching speeds of up to 125 km/hr, or launch yourself head-first down the track on your skeleton sled and slide through six corners with speeds of up to 100km/hr! Both activities are offered rain, snow or shine.

make a

connection

Tourism Whistler / Mike Crane

Cross country skiing, snowshoeing, biathlon, Olympic sightseeing, breathtaking mountain views & more – memories are meant to be made together!

Just 30 minutes South of Whistler, Shuttle available!

604-964-0059

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photos courtesy of Russ Grycan

Fun For All Ages The West Coast Railway Heritage Park is the perfect place for groups of all sizes and ages.

Explore Western Canada’s largest collection of heritage locomotives and railcars.

CN Roundhouse—Tour vintage railcars dating to 1890 in the climate controlled Grand Hall Mini Rail—Take a ride on the Mini Rail. The kids will love it...

Brightbill House—step back into the 1930s

OPEN DAILY 39645 Government Rd, Squamish BC 604.898.9336 www.wcra.org

WHISTLER INTEGRATIVE MASSAGE THERAPY

Photo: Tourism Whistler/Eric Berger

After a great day outdoors, let our Registered Massage Therapists help soothe your aching muscles

BENEFITS OF MASSAGE THERAPY: alleviates pain reduces spasms and cramping decreases inflammation in conditions such as arthritis and tendonitis improves range of movement

MASSAGE SERVICES: Swedish Relaxation Massage Sports Injury Biomechanical treatment Restorative RMT Therapeutic Strength & Stretch Mon - Sat 10am - 6pm Conveniently located on Main Street #208-4368 Main Street Book online or call 604 962 8828 | whistlerintegrative.com

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the most fun you'll have off the mountain

throw axes today!

You name it, we can host it!

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Your adventure awaits Ziptrek Ecotours hosts a selection of breathtaking zipline tours.

Our wilderness adventure area is located directly above Whistler Village, in the spectacular temperate rainforest valley between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains.

Discover eco-exhilarationÂŽ

ziptrek.com 604.935.0001