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Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal

Recipient volunteers with Powder Hounds .................... 4

Powder Hounds Adaptive Ski Club

Ski-a-thon fundraiser .................................................. 8

Celebrating all that's White

Local white wines showcased ...................................... 10

Events and Activities

…at Canada's Favourite Family Resort ..............12-13

Stargazing

Behold the night sky from Big White .......................... 14

Ski2Sea returns

Central Okanagan's athletic tradition ....................... 16

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Art E'scape @ Big White

Art show featuring local talent.................................. 18

Big White's Stars

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Young and fearless rider.......................................... 22

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If you watched the Oscars in February, you’ll know this was the year of the White Carpet—or so the fashion bloggers dubbed it. So, to close our season, we thought we would roll out the Big White Carpet and shine a light on some of the stellar individuals and outstanding events opening our 50th year in operation. Be sure to join us on the hill again next winter for our official birthday celebration.

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John Appleby

awarded a Diamond Jubilee Medal

by Jennifer Smith If there is a superstar of superstars in the Powder Hounds Adaptive Ski Club at the moment, its John Appleby.

Appleby got started working with disabled skiers in 2005 after taking his Level 1 Ski Instructor training.

“I figured I would be a ski instructor after I retired, but there was this guy in the class who was going on to work in the disabled ski program. I thought it sounded interesting and I just followed him,” he said.

Retiring to the Okanagan from the Coast, he spent a year with Silver Star Adaptive Snow Sports in Vernon and then joined on with the Powder Hounds four years ago, logging mul-

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This Powder Hounds volunteer works his position like a full-time job and says he loves the challenge of it all

John Appleby (left) was presented with a Diamond Jubilee Medal by Premier Christy Clark for his work with the Powder Hounds Adaptive Ski Program, which operates annualy on Big White. tiple days a week on the hill.

“I think it’s good for me physically,” he said, when contacted by Big White Magazine just a week after receiving a Diamond Jubilee Medal for his efforts.

On February 26, he was among a group of 75 outstanding British Columbians to receive the unique recognition. Bestowed in honour of Queen Elizabeth II as part of her Golden Jubilee celebration, commemorating 60 years on the throne, the medal has been given to 223 outstanding citizens of British Columbia by Premier Christy Clark; some 60,000 will be awarded nationwide.

Appleby doesn’t know how the

medal made its way into his hands as whomever nominated him did so anonymously. Last year, he picked up an award from Sport BC and figures his name might have been forwarded on by the organiztion; but its genesis is likely to remain a mystery.

He describes the work as more mentally demanding than simply skiing, but says the challenge of figuring out how to help different people with different abilities enjoy the hill is extremely rewarding.

He’s completed his Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing certification through to a level where he can now teach people how to be volunteers.

From 40-pound clients to 200 pound clients, those with Downs syndrome, Austism, paralysis, those missing a limb or living with a head injury, there are very few limits, he said. The Powder Hounds love teaching people to ski.

The group is hoping to develop its own clubhouse on the hill in short order and is actively looking for groups to partner with to make the goal happen.

And if the quality of its members is any indication, the dream should come to fruition.

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Powder Hounds PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED BY POWDER HOUNDS ADAPTIVE SKI CLUB

hone in on a new fundraising effort

This super team of star volunteers know how to make the ski hill an inclusive playground for everyone Next time you get off the chairlift and see a group queuing up at the top of slope with one member in a seated position, you’ll know you’re about to meet the Powder Hounds Adaptive Ski Club.

While many a Big White skier has been known to give a shout out to the moon at the sight of fresh powder, only the Powder Hounds

by Jennifer Smith

break out the sit-ski, add extra skis on poles or pontoons to assist their members in ensuring everyone who wants to enjoy the hill can.

“We kind of create a bubble around our skiers to protect them from the other skiers on the hill,” said Tony Lenarcic, program director.

The group has a rotation of 45

volunteers. Some people, like an adult with Downs Syndrome who can already ski, might only need one guide, while others, like a child with Autism who has high behavioural demands, might take a crew to make a day or half-day of skiing.

The volunteers can tether a person in a sit ski, guiding the 40-pound device with straps, or stage-coach it

down the hill, holding onto the back.

“Once you get used to it, it’s quite easy,” said Lenarcic.

And just as Big White is celebrating a big anniversary this year with 50 years of skiing under its belt, so too is one of the impressive group that makes it all possible.

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Inspired by Rick Hansen’s Man in Motion tour in 1986, People in Motion groups formed across the country to promote accessibility and inclusion, according to Louise Abbott, executive director of the Kelowna and District Society for People In Motion.

From loaning sports equipment to providing transportation, the organization has been on a mission ever since to ensure people with a wide range of disabilities participate fully in the Okanagan community.

“Basically, how we describe ourselves, is we do promote inclusion and equality for all persons with disabilities,” she said.

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People in Motion celebrates 25th Anniversary Continued from page 7 lifts, started loaning the vans and 13 years ago, under the guidance of Jon Rescorla and Antony Hutton, the Powder Hounds was created, using one secondhand sit-ski.

The group now has mono-ski and bi-ski options for disabled skiers, which can be operated with assistance or just a guide.

It can be nippy for the disabled skiers, many of whom may have difficulty knowing when their feet are getting cold, so the volunteers do everything they can to make the ski day possible, even if it means taking regular rotations inside to heat up.

Five years ago, Lenarcic formalized the training program, ensuring that everyone is certified through the Canadian Association of Disabled Skiiers and that the organization has insurance through Sport BC. The group also joined forces with Sue Thompson, then a resource

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teacher with School District 23, expanding the program to schools.

On Sunday March 3, as the group gathered for its annual Family Fun Day to introduce the club to the public and raise awareness of the challenges disabled persons within the community face, they launched the club’s very first ski-a-thon, raising $7,427.

The top fundraising crew was Team Splitboardz of Big White Ski Resort, netting some $1300 for the cause; Jane Anjema brought in $640 as an individual.

Participants could downhill ski, adaptive ski, snowboard, cross country ski or snowshoe, collecting pledges along the way. Lift tickets were 25 per cent off for the participants—Big White has always given the adaptive ski club members a ski pass for their efforts.

It is a costly endeavour to run all of the programs People in Motion

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supports. The target was $15,000, for a first-time event, and though they fell shy, the organizers were pleased.

It is fitting that the adaptive ski program should bring in such a

sizeable sum for its volunteer force numbers 45 of the 80 volunteers who assist People in Motion.

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proves the show-stopper in a final toast to the season

We’ve seen the Big Reds on offer in the valley and hosted an ‘Absolut’ smash of a vodka event, now it’s time to see what white wines have to offer If the Okanagan Valley, in which this fair mountain sits, is known for one thing its the stunning array of white wine available to anyone with a map, a day to tour or a bit of good sense at the liquor store.

Taste the true spirit of this fine wine country at Big Whites at Big White this month, as a bevy of our incredibly talented chefs combine

their skilss with the finest white wines from the Okanagan region.

The event showcases our local vinters and allows attendees to learn a little about the viscocity, aromas and flavours this semi-arid climate can produce.

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sparkling wines from Summerhill Pyramid Winery, Desert Hills Estate Winery, and Peller Estates Winery to name but a few. And Okanagan Springs Brewery will offer tastings of its locally-brewed craft beers as the Kettle Valley Steakhouse prepares appetizers inspired by the foods of the valley an, perfectly paired for the oenophiles in the crowd.

Big White's own Globe Café & Tapas, The BullWheel and 6 Degrees Bistro will also be on hand.

“The Okanagan is home to incredible skiing conditions and champagne powder, but is also known for producing some of the best wines in the world,” said Trevor Hanna, food & beverage Ddirector at Big White. “This event has become a favourite for skiers to attend and celebrate the last few weeks of the winter season.”

The event takes place from 6 through 9 pm on Saturday, March 23 in Big White’s Village Centre Mall.

Tickets are priced at $60 per person and are available by contacting the Concierge desk at concierge@bigwhite. com.

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Blue bird days lead to stunning starry nights and, with a nice warm winter like this one, there has been plenty of time for stargazing.

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The Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory keeps track of these beautiful skies from its perch in Penticton, some 135 kilometres door-to-door from Big White, and Dr. Ken Tapping offers up weekly tips and discoveries on what’s happening up there from its website nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/education/astronomy.

(Take the quiz on the site to learn more about constellations) But with the advent of smartphones, it's quite possible to choose from any number of stargazing applications and know exactly what one is looking at from the condo living room or deck with very little research.

Look out the window this month and you will find The Great Bear, a constellation containing the Big Dipper or Ursa Major and the Little Dipper, Ursa Minor.

Cassiopeia, to the left of the pair, is named for the vain queen Cassiopeia in Greek mythology and Cepheus, named after the King of Aethiopia in Greece, sits right above.

Over to the left is Hercules, named for the Roman mythological hero who adapted from the Greek hero Heracles.

Can you spot these constellations with your own eyes?

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Ski2Sea Rises

March, 2013

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Where will we be

on the very last day our mountain is officially open? At another race!

A hallmark of the Kelowna sporting community, the Ski2Sea race was salvaged by a very generous donor this year after nearly having to fold.

After 32 years of athletes competing in a relay or solo event from our slopes to Okanagan Lake, Ski2Sea appeared to be running on fumes only a few month ago.

The title sponsor had to pull out and the race was definitely in jeopardy as race directors went to the media with a public plea for help.

Thankfully, the call to arms worked, Ski2Sea announced Remax Kelowna would signed on for five years as the new title sponsor and

the last day tradition was saved.

So, come April 14, the Big White community will be waiting in the wings to watch as the area’s top athletes—and a few brave souls prepared to compete with them— put on the board or the skis one last time. And the race directors could not be more thrilled.

“With a platinum sponsor secured for a minimum of the next five years, participants and organizers can feel secure knowing the race will go on,” said Sue Keast Remax Ski2Sea president.

The Ski2Sea is one of only two other similar races in the Pacific Northwest. The 95 kilometre, six

stage event sees teams of up to seven people and soloists compete in alpine skiing, nordic skiing, mountain biking, road cycling, running, and canoeing/kayaking.

“The great thing about the Ski2Sea is you can have seven absolute hard core athletes and yet you are competing with mostly weekend warriors and recreationalists and no one is having an adverse effect on anyone else,” said Kelly Blair, a long time organizer. “It’s you and your teammates and the clock and you are challenging yourself.”

Big White has provided more than just a spectacular starting point, committing staff and market-

ing resources to the race through its long-term partnership with Ski2Sea, something that has also allowed the race to continue.

“We couldn’t afford to pay if we want to rent the lift and the resort for two hours so Big White has always been amazing for us,” said Blaier.

"The support of the communiy is great. Remax stepped up and now we can continue to put on afood race and make donations back into the community.”

Registration is now open for the Remax Ski2Sea through its website www.ski2sea.ca.

The 33rd annual race is set to take place on Sunday, April 14.

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ONE BEDROOM WHITEFOOT: Sleeps 6. Totally renovated kitchen with pine cabinets, stove & full size fridge. Located in the heart of the Village. Walk to chairlift or gondola, restaurants & grocery store.

Excellent revenue property! $119,900. MLS 10058394

#235 - 5375 Big White Road

VILLAGE CENTRE The highly desirable location n the heart of the Village has been upgraded! Tile flooring, wood accents, new kitchen, bedding & finishing. Built-in dishwasher, full size fridge & wood fireplace. Sleeps 5 comfortably. Unlimited owner use. $126,000. MLS 10059633

250-717-5000 PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION #304 Tamarack Inn $125,000 Top floor corner one bedroom plus den with in-unit sauna, open floor plan, wood fireplace & large deck for BBQ. Very pleasant forest view with a quiet location. MLS 10059693

D 4927 Snow Pines Road

BIG WHITE 2 BEDROOM Chalet decorated unit with wood accents & gas fireplace. Parking right at the entrance, private hot tub on covered deck, pet-friendly Snow Pines. Hardwood & slate floors. Ski storage & laundry. GST paid! $205,000. MLS 10059401

Ken Mitchell

#4870 Snow Pines Rd. $449,000

$339,900

Located in the heart of the village at Big White this 3 bedroom Condo in Stonebridge features spectacular views of the Monashee Mountains. Stonebridge units feature the highest quality from finishings to furnishings. MLS® $185,000

Great one bedroom and den in the Grizzly Lodge, located in the heart of the village at Big White. The Grizzly Lodge offers good ski in/ski out access, great rental, common area with seating, fireplace, pool table, hot tub and sauna. MLS®

$269,900

Snowcrest Village in the heart of the Village at Big White Ski Resort!

Great townhome boasting room for the whole family, featuring an open plan, that is perfect for enjoying the après ski with family and friends. MLS®

$209,900

Great one bedroom townhome in the heart of the village. This Trappers Crossing unit features great village location, ski in and ski out, a private hot tub and great views. Trappers Crossing offers some of the best rental units at Big White. MLS®

$249,900

Top floor 2 bedroom unit in Sundance Lodge at Big White.

This unit is the ultimate in rental opportunity, featuring a studio lock-off allowing for 3 different layouts to rent the unit. Sundance features all the amenities you could want. EXCLUSIVE

Large, free-standing open plan Chalet with high vaulted ceilings & center stone fireplace. Great use of wood & timber. Master bedroom on the main floor with the other 3 on the lower floor. Spectacular mountain view from the private deck & hot tub. Good ski access to and from the lifts. MLS 1005790

#40 Trapper’s Crossing $375,000

Top floor 3 bedroom & loft fully equipped & ready to enjoy. One of Trapper’s Crossing’s best homes. Private hot tub on a balcony with an incredible view, stainless appliances, hardwood & ceramic floors, private garage. Walk to everything, great ski access. A wonderful place to enjoy family and friends. MLS 10053923

#5 The North - $795,000

Foreclosed & owner wants it sold, will look at trades on anything that doesn’t eat. High end finishing throughout in this lrg 4 bdrm, 5 bath 1/2 duplex. Spectacular kitchen, 2 dishwashers, truly ski to & from the door. Steam shower in the master ensuite, dbl. garage, large laundry, very high end full appliance pkg. 3 decks, superb view. MLS 10056490

#7 Aspens $479,000

Very high end finishing in this 3 bdrm, 4 bath townhouse that has 4 U/G parking stalls & lots of storage.

Granite countertops, heated slate floors, maple cabinetry & vaulted ceilings. Private hot tub on large deck w/fabulous view. Superb ski in and out location. Has been operated as a B&B this is a great place for entertaining and family fun. MLS 10053423

#101 The North $275,000

Great value on this 2 bedroom plus den with 2-car garage town home.

Super mountain and valley views, slate floors in the kitchen in-unit laundry, gas fireplace, large 11’x11.6’ deck with private hot tub. Located right on the Speculation ski run makes for great ski in & out access. Walk to the pubs, stores, restaurants & village activities. MLS 10053883

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March, 2012

Big White creative types convene

They just formed this year and are already ready for a show Art E’scape @Big White, the mountain’s new creative collective, showcases its member artists this month at the Big White Chalet.

Previously known as the Schumann House, the Chalet will house pieces from painters and potters, textile and pen-and-ink artists, and photographers. The show includes everything from beginners’ work to pieces by well-established artists and will showcase pottery pieces from the group’s first workshop of 2013.

Art E’scape @Big White is an organization founded to encourage and promote the creative arts within the Big White community. Most members return to Big White Ski Resort on a seasonal basis, but some attend only for one season, or just for the duration of their stay. Members include a retired chemistry teacher, a scientist, an accountant, a ski Instructor, a retired nurse and an events co-ordinator, just to name

a few. The exhibition will be held in the Big White Chalet in the Big White Village from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm on Saturday, March 16, and 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 17. Big White will be providing tea, coffee and light snacks. Art E’scape @Big White accepts members of all backgrounds and abilities, and offers frequent workshops and events for non-members. For information, email artescapebigwhite@hotmail.com

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Our Stars

Kelsey Serwa

Kiki the Eco Elf Kiki the Eco Elf stopped by for Family Day. This incredible children’s entertainer from Vernon is an avid fan of the planet earth and is dedicating her time to teaching children how to protect this amazing planet.

Will Gadd Extreme sports jack of all trades Will Gadd was at the Big White Ice Tower this year to wow the crowds. A professional ice climber and paraglider pilot, he travels the world filming incredible aspects of the planet few of us would get to see were it not for his daring escapades.

Congratulations to these All Star Employees: Chris Smylski TELUS Park

Kyle Puglia Lift Operations

Brian

Mountain Operations

Melissa Mares Food & Beverage

Ollie McEvoy Ski School

Colin Paterson Guest Services

Jamie Salé & Craig Simpson Olympic champion Jamie Salé and Stanley Cup winner Craig Simpson were spotted at Canada’s highest skating rink in front of Happy Valley Day Lodge.

A year after suffering a season-ending knee injury at a World Cup ski cross race in France, Kelsey Serwa is on top of the world again.

The 23-year-old from Kelowna captured the gold medal in the World Cup race in San Candido, Italy in December and went on to take the gold again last month at the World Cup race in Sochi, Russia.

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Tiny Tosh is one

superstar pint-sized rider

Seven-year-old Tosh Davis likes deep powder and time in the trees.

Just seven years old, Tosh Davis is gearing up to shred the Andes and already killing every run on our mountain

by Jennifer Smith Tosh Davis has been riding since he was two years old—no really.

Now a gnarly seven-year-old Grommet with a penchant for speed, his parents are already planning a trip to the Andes to let him ride Chile next year.

Standing 130 centimetres tall, his powder board is exactly his height and provided for him by GNU or Lib Tech, the boards his parents, Krys and Jolene, tend to ride.

“When we want to go steep and deep it gets him through,” said his dad, noting there's no other way in Tosh's mind.

Powder and trees are Tosh’s favourite, though one can find him in the park sometimes too riding a 115-centimetre board.

He’s generally with either his mom or dad, but he’s been known to strap on the board with a few other pint-sized wonders. At five years old, he was already competing in the Green Horn Games in North Vancouver, a competition for those 13 years old and under and loving it.

Tosh’s talent appears to be natural and he’s always game to practice, logging four or five days a week of Continued on page 22

Tosh Davis started riding at two years old and the "Little Ripper" was a master by four years old, as seen above.

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Continued from page 22 ride time. He got his first board from Island Snow in Kelowna when he was two years old and rode with his parents and his babysitter, figuring the sport out as he went.

“He’s not held back by any of the runs,” said Krys, who used to build snowboards in Vancouver.

Krys and Jolene run a hot tub servicing business on the hill and

Big White

Tosh attends the Big White Community School where most of the other students his age are skiers.

So for now, he’ll be riding with the adults, getting his picture snapped flying down the runs impressing guests as he ollies every nook, cranny and crevice, popping in and out of the snow ghosts as he goes.

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