Whistler's Best Activity Guide - Winter/Spring 2020

WHISTLER'S BESTâ„¢

ACTIVITY

GUIDE

Photo: Tourism Whistler / Justa Jeskova

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WINTER / S PR ING 2020

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.

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 the Coast Mountain range, their snow-capped peaks and forested terrain, hop on a helicopter or plane for a flight 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 Adventures

604.938.1616 7

Canadian Snowshoe Tours

604.938.1616 8

Canadian Dogsled

604.938.1616 9

Canadian Mountain Top Dining

604.938.1616 11

Ziptrek Ecotours

604.935.0001 13 & 56

Whistler Blackcomb Coca-Cola Tube Park

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Cross Country Connection

604.905.0071

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Escape! Whistler

604.962.1117 19

Blackcomb Helicopters Whistler Bungee

1.800.330.4354 21 604.938.9333 23

The Adventure Group - Snowmobile 1.855.824.9955 25 Vallea Lumina

1.833.800.8480 27

The Ketel One Ice Room

604.932.3433

Whistler Sliding Centre

694.964.0040 31

Whistler Olympic Park

604.964.0059 31

Superfly Ziplines

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1.855.824.9955 32

The Adventure Group - Snowshoe 1.855.824.9955 33 Sea to Sky Air

604.898.1975

Blackcomb Adventures

604.932.8484 37

Blackcomb Snowmobile

604.932.8484 39

Blackcomb Dogsled

604.932.8484 41

Whistler Valley Tours

604.967.3509 43

Squamish Rafting - Eagle Viewing

604.898.4677 45

Nesters Market

604.932.3545 47

Whistler Shooting Adventures

604.935.8778

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West Coast Railway Heritage Park

604.898.9336

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Blackcomb Sleighrides

604.932.7631

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Mountain Skills Academy & Adventure 604.938.9242

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Forged Axe Throwing

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Maps

778.770.2847

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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 Kids 5-12 FREE (1 per 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: 4280 MOUNTAIN SQUARE

CALLAGHAN VALLEY l BLACKCOMB MOUNTAIN

BLACKCOMB TOURS

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 Kids 12 & under FREE (1 per paying adult) *All snowmobile drivers must pay $25 zero-deductible collision coverage

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SNOWSHOE

TOURS

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: 4280 MOUNTAIN SQUARE

CALLAGHAN VALLEY

DOGSLED

A REAL CANADIAN ADVENTURE

TRAPPER’S RUN ALL ABILITIES

DEPARTURE: 9:00am, 12:00pm & 3:00pm DURATION: 3 hours RATE: 1 person in a sled $458 2 people in a sled $458 2 people + 1 small child in a sled $557 The ideal weight for a smooth ride is maximum 350lbs per sled.

Please keep this in mind when booking 2 adults or 2 adults + 1 small child. Children must be between 4 – 12 years old to ride as a plus one. Must be at least 4 years old to ride.

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MOUNTAIN TOP AT DINING 6000FT

CRYSTAL HUT 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: 4280 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 & Saturday) DURATION: 4.5 hours (round trip) RATE: $239* Per Person Sharing, $279* Single Riders * Only one driver per snowmobile permitted on dining tours.

Plus $25 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

Après

TreeTrek

5

5

10

4

None

3 hr

3 hr

4.5 hr

2 hr

2 hr

4

4

8

4

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includes refreshment

Regular Pricing plus tax Adult

$ 129

$ 159

$ 219

$ 119

$ 59

Youth*/ Senior*

$ 109

$ 139

$ 199

$ 99

$ 39

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

Discover eco-exhilaration

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The Coca-Cola® Tube Park offers tons of snow sliding fun! With multiple lanes ranging from snow and steady, to fast and furious, we’ve got an adventure that’s just your speed.

Sliders must be minimum 3 years old and 36in / 91cm tall.

Visit whistlerblackcomb.com for up to date operations

LOCATED AT BASE II ON BLACKCOMB MOUNTAIN

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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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HELICOPTER BC EXPERIENCE This tour gives you an extraordinary bird’s eye view of the Whistler-Blackcomb Resort followed by the magnificent beauty of the Cheakamus Glacier and a unique immersion in the famous Garibaldi Provincial Park. This is followed by a landing on the 24 minutes 12,000-year-old glacier on Rainbow Mountain. in the air with a

$294 per person + 5% GST Tours run all day long, please call or email for available times.

15 minute landing

*Landing is complimentary and subject to weather

More offerings available including VIP Transfers, Carbon Neutral tourism flights since 2017

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ADVENTURES WHISTLER EXPLORER This spectacular aerial introduction to WhistlerBlackcomb is an incredible way to discover the glaciers, mountain peaks and lakes all around you. Remarkable views around every ridge, and best of all, no line ups!

12 minutes in the air

$179 per person +5% GST Tours run all day long, please call or email for available times.

Heli-Picnics, Heli-Hikes, Backcountry Trips & more

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-32o C -25o F * December 15 to March 29, 2020 Times vary in the spring.

Four Seasons

To Lost Lake 4

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Blackcomb Way

Whistler Racquet Club

Lorimer Rd.

Whistler Market Olympic Plaza Place Lodge

Audain Art Museum

Town Plaza

North star

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IGA

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Main St.

Summit Lodge Library Alpenglow Lodge Northlands Blvd.

Delta Suites

Pinnacle 7

Cascade Cascade Lodge

Lodge

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Village Gate Blvd.

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Whistler Village

Telus Conference Centre

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Aava Hotel

1 Blackcomb Sleighrides

5 Escape! Whistler

2 Blackcomb Snowmobile

6 Mountain Skills Academy & Adventures

3 Canadian Wilderness Adventures 4 Cross Country Connection

7 Squamish Rafting Eagle Tours (Pick-up location)

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

Fairmont Chateau Club Intrawest Wizard Express

Glacier Lodge

Glacier LodgeWay Blackcomb

Le Chamois

Base of Magic of Blackcomb Base Chair

Blackcomb 1

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Pacific Pan Pacific

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Pan Pacific

i Blackcomb Lodge

Excalibur

Sundial

Sundial

Village Square

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Mountain Square 15 Crystal 3 Lodge Listel THE HILTON 10 Hotel 5 8 9 WHISTLER RESORT & SPA 2 The Hilton Whistler Way Whistler Resort & Spa Whistler Driving Range

Fitzsimmons Up

WhistlerMou The Gondola ntain

8 Superfly Ziplines

12 Whistler Bungee

9 The Adventure Group

13 Whistler Sliding Centre

10 The Ketel One Ice Room

14 Whistler Valley Tours

11 Whistler Blackcomb Coca-Cola Tube Park

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(Pick-up location)

15 Ziptrek Ecotours

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Green Lake

Nicklaus North Clubhouse

Nicklaus North Blvd.

Alpine Meadows Market & CafĂŠ

Riverside R.v. & Campground

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Alpine Way

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Meadow Park Sports Centre Mons Rd.

Alpine Meadows 1 Blackcomb Helicopters 2 Forged Axe Throwing 3 Nesters Market

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4 Scandinave Spa 5 Sea to Sky Air

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6 Squamish Rafting - 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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Husky Gas Station Function Junction

Whistler Market Place

Whistler Village Village Gate Blvd.

Nita Lake Lodge

Whistler Creekside

Function Junction Whistler Creekside 99

Squamish 5 6 7 8

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Passenger

BOBSLEIGH & SKELETON

Public

Whistler’s Most Unique Activities • No experience required • Daily from Dec 20, 2019 to Mar 29, 2020 + bonus dates.

Operating rain, snow or shine!

• $189/person; youth discount (bobsleigh only) • Physical restrictions apply; minimum age bobsleigh 14, skeleton 16 years.

Book Now: whistlerslidingcentre.com

604-964-0040

connect Justa Jeskova

Tourism Whistler/Justa Jeskova

Just 30 Minutes South of Whistler in the Callaghan Valley, Shuttle Available!

• Cross Country Skiing • Snowshoeing • Biathlon • Lessons, Rentals, Tours • Tobogganing, Olympic Sightseeing

Open Daily Nov 22, 2019 to Apr 5, 2020

/whistlerolympicpark

whistlerolympicpark.com

@whistlerolympic

604-964-0059

info@whistlerolympicpark.com

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BLACKCOMB

Whistler, BC EST 1992

Departs 9:00 / 11:30 / 2:30 / 4:30 / 6:00

$119 Family

Private

Wilderness

Extreme

Departs 8:00 / 12:30

Family owned and operated since 1992, we pride ourselves in providing the best of the backcountry from beginner to expert.

From our family to yours, we create memorable experiences everyday.

EXTRA CHILD

$99 WHEN IN SLED

$209

VIA SNOWCAT

WITH 2 OTHERS

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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 9:00 / 11:30

$159

SINGLE RIDER

3 Hour Tour

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

KIDS RIDE 2 Hour Tour

Departs 10:30 / 1:00 PER PERSON SHARING

$199

MOUNTAIN FONDUE

SINGLE RIDER

E X C L U S I V E B A C K C O U N T RY D I N I N G 3.5 Hour Tour Departs 4.30 | 7.30

$209

VIA S N OW C AT

FROM $

229 VS NI AOW M O B I L E

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

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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BLACKC

EXTRA CHILD $99 WHEN IN SLED WITH 2 OTHERS

OMB DOGSLED

Hilton Whistler Resort Lobby Level

604-932-8484

Book Online or Visit Our Office www.BlackcombSnowmobile.com

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WHISTLER Guƈdƞƃ Hop-On Hop-Ofƅ sƓƲle

SIGHTSEEING TOURS

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Stunning View s

Olympic Sites

Scenic Stops

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Join one of our locally guided Hop-On Hop-Off style Whistler Sightseeing Tours. You'll be taken to discover Whistler's most picturesque locations, olympic venues, historic sites, hidden local artisan districts and more! Enjoy a full commentary, countless photo opportunities and comfortable transport.

------------------------------------Departs: 9.00am & 1.00pm Duration: 3hrs Difficulty: Easy Pick up: Whistler Gondola Transit Exchange

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Iconic Locations

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Come experience the wild beauty of Squamish.

Coming from Whistler or Squamish?

Free round-trip shuttle.

Coming from downtown Vancouver?

Round-trip shuttle for just $35/person

www.eagleviewing.com

604.898.4677

Wilderness & Eagle Viewing Floats Available October through April 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 gathering 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 moutains. Witness these natural phenomena, sip on a hot beverage, and float down the river with us for an unforgettable tour that will reconnect you with the cycle of life.

This half-day outing includes: a delicious restuarant-style bowl of chili and hot beverages Peak Eagle Viewing: November to February $119 for Adults, $79 for Children (5-16 yrs) Departs Squamish Daily: 11:00AM

Key Trip Highlights: Gentle River Float

Unique Winter Optional Photo All Weather Experience Packages Gear Provided 45

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

2018

- 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 PLEASE 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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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

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)

$72 / adult

$42 / child

Exclusive private Sleigh Rides available.

A wonderful engagement opportunity. $375 private sleigh for 2 $400 private sleigh for 3 $475 private sleigh for 4

604.932.7631

www.blackcombsleighrides.com blackcombsleighrides@sleighrides.co

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Mountain Skills Academy & Adventures (MSAA). The areas premier guide service inspiring adventure since 1991.

We are the one-stop adventure shop for anyone wanting to explore the stunning wilderness that Whistler and surrounding areas has to offer. Tours for all abilities including family friendly options!

Eagle Viewing Tours Duration: 2 Hours Our riverside walking tour is the very best way to view, photograph and learn all about these impressive raptors.

Our exclusive location hosts the worlds highest concentration of wintering Eagles.

Enjoy a river side campfire, complimentary hot drinks and toast marshmallows!

Adult: $99 Youth: $50 Transport options available

Snowshoe Tours Duration: Half day/Full Day Discover our favourite hidden gems, away from the crowds and stomped out snow.

These interpretive snowshoe tours are led by professional guides in select and pristine locations sure to provide the most memorable experience.

Per Person (minimum 2): $269

Group Private (up to 6 people): $699

Follow us on social media:

@msa_adventures

www.mountainskillsacademy.com

604-938-9242 Heli Drop The epitome of ski touring!

Fly off in a helicopter to access the very best snow and terrain the Coast Mountains have to offer.

Enquire for trip options and pricing Overnight hut trips also available.

Backcountry Ski and Splitboard Tours Intro to Backcountry Skiing & Split Boarding Have you been wanting to try backcountry skiing or snowboarding?

Spend a day with one of our patient, professional guides, discover everything this amazing sport has to offer.

Per Person (minimum 2): $269

Group Private (up to 6 People): $849

Backcountry Ski and Splitboard Tours As the areas most experienced guide service, trust our friendly, certified ACMG guides to provide you with a safe, fun, and amazing days skiing in the Sea to Sky area.

Prices start from: $269

/MountainSkillsAcademy

/MtnSkillsAcademy

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the most fun you'll have off the mountain

throw axes today!

You name it, we 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