Hello everyone, We are just coming off a very successful June in which we held an almost 700 person weekend retreat for a large Calgary based energy company. With that fresh in our minds, we’re launching into summer mode with plenty of great changes and improvements in store, many of which are detailed more fully later on in the newsletter. Some of the high points for me are the new Kids Camps, launching of an Archery program, the additions to the Mountain Bike Park (yes, it is open 7 days a week this summer), freshly resurfaced tennis courts, and construction of a new Clubhouse out at Greywolf. If you were here in the winter, you may have noticed that the playground was not in its usual location near the Great Hall deck. We have relocated it to a new spot just outside the entrance of the Panorama Springs pools. All we need now is for the weather to cooperate. I hope you all have a fun and exciting summer season and Happy Canada Day to all. Bill Kirkpatrick - Director of Lodging
From our Bike Park Manager Dear Homeowners, I am very excited with my new role as the Bike Park Manager. The park presents itself with many fresh challenges. My self and the newly expanded trail crew have been hard at work for the past 4 weeks preparing the park for opening on June 28th. We are putting a great deal of love and attention into trails like Let it Ride and Rocking Horse so that they can be ridden with fun and confidence by all levels of riders.
In keeping with our vision to make the park more accessible we have constructed a new mountain bike Beginner Skills Park at the base of the carpets. This will be a great place for everyone to play on 2 wheels to improve your handling skills and confidence. Next to the skills area you will discover Panorama’s first ever Pump Track. A pump track is dirt track comprised of small rollers and bermed corners that once mastered allows you to harness momentum to “pump” your way around the track instead of pedaling. Great fun for all levels of riders.
As touched on by Bill this summer the chair lift will be open 7 days a week to allow daily access to hiking, sightseeing, and biking. The new pump track and skills area will be open to everyone and will not require a lift pass. Make sure to check out the website for more information. In preparation for the future chair lift and in keeping with our vision of becoming the number one family focused resort in North America, the mountain operations crew has been out surveying Ski Tip and Stringer. The purpose of these surveys is to plan and initiate the required summer grading to these trails, as well as, begin the installation of a new snow making system to enhance the winter experience.
Summer hasn’t even begun but I am planning for next winter already. Ski With the Pros will happening again next season and is scheduled for opening weekend, Dec. 6th. If you have not tried it yet it is a great way to kick start your season and meet some new friends- all abilities catered for!
Exciting times at Panorama. The team never rests. I look forward to seeing you around the resort this summer and welcome your feedback.
Best, Jason Simpson - Director of Snow School and Bike Park Manager
Bike Pump Track - see link to get an idea, ours is currently under construction!
Save the Date! Homeowner Golf tournament - Thursday August 15, 2013
Preview your dinner banquet menu here. Please note: Credit card payments will be processed 7 days prior to the event on August 8th as this is when numbers need to be finalized with catering and Greywolf.
A message from the Greywolf Golf Course Valley Trail: For all that use the valley trail here in Panorama thank you for helping keep it so pristine and clean, it is great to see so many of you out keeping active.
Now that the golf season has picked up, I would like to remind you all to stay on the valley trail and off the cart paths on the golf course. Greywolf is private property, golfers only are allowed on the course due to liability issues (errant golf balls, carts ect.). Please abide by the signs where the valley trail and Greywolf cart paths intersect and all dogs must be on leash at all times. You will see some new signage in the next couple weeks reminding everyone to keep on the valley trail and away from the cart paths on the golf course.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Canadian Downhill Mountain Bike Championships Panorama Mountain Village welcomes back the Canadian Downhill Mountain Bike Championships on July 13-14, 2013 “Panorama Mountain is becoming the go-to spot for downhill mountain biking in Canada. The famous course and bike park are well-suited to the challenge of crowning a Canadian champion� said Nicholas Vipond, Manager of Domestic Events for Cycling Canada.
And Volunteers are needed Panorama is looking for volunteers to assist with running of the Canadian Downhill Mountain Bike Championships July 13-14 and training days July 11-12. Volunteers are needed from 7am –4pm daily to assist with Course marshaling & crowd control. Volunteer perks include: •
One lift ticket to bike or ski at Panorama for everyday volunteered.
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Lunch and breakfast on Volunteer days
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Volunteer Après Race Food and Beverage
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Volunteer Appreciation gifts
If you can help contact CJ Matthews-Dickson 250-341-4121 or email at cj@panoramaresort.com Bike to work week May 27th to June 2nd 2013 – see attached our very own Director of Lodging Bill Kirkpatrick who made the journey up from Invermere (although he doesn’t look too happy about it!)
Exciting new addition to the Valley - Columbia Valley sailing…… www.columbiavalleysailing.com
NEW PanoKids Summer Program We’ve totally reinvented our kids summer program! Join us at PanoKids for a fun filled day in the care of lively, animated and skilled counselors. Your children will explore all the fun and adventure that Panorama has to offer. For example, our new Kids Club starting from just $49/day will include a selection of pool games, sports, EuroBungy, bounce castles, climbing wall, arts & crafts, mountain adventures, mini golf, lunch and a counselor for the day!
1.866.601.7384
Resurfacing tennis courts As some of you may have noticed the volleyball court has been resurrected after a vicious run off this spring did all but destroy it. Thanks to the combined effort of our grounds and maintenance teams it has been brought back to playability! Please feel free to borrow a volleyball from Picnic deli during the day or the T-bar during the evening and enjoy this refurbished amenity. Front desk will also have one available for use. Please be sure to leave the courts in better shape than you find them so all can enjoy a clean, enjoyable environment. Sean Wall -Director of Mountain Operations
Panorama's wildlife management program & reporting procedure As the weather now becomes warmer we start to see more wildlife near and in the village, the Safety Services team have had a great deal of success with our wildlife management over recent years which have kept the number of bears approaching the village relatively low. It is important that we continue to do this as a bear that becomes used to finding food in the village may then become a bear that will need to be destroyed by the conservation officer In order for us to continue with this success we would like your help with two really important things: •
The first is to make sure that any garbage is in bear proof bins, and not left lying around, make sure you clear up any food that may get dropped whilst eating outside.
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The second is to report the wildlife sightings, so we can track the bear behavior near the village. This can be done by reporting your sighting to the Front Desk, if you see a bear acting aggressively or within the village, please make that clear and my team will immediately investigate.
We also see deer in the village over the summer; the deer sometimes see dogs as a threat, so please keep your dog on a lead and away from deer. If you need any further advice in relation to wildlife in the village please do not hesitate to get in contact with my team. This can be done through front desk. Nigel Perry - Panorama Safety Services Manager
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Has your existing fire extinguisher been checked to ensure it will work?
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Do you need a fire extinguisher for your unit?
It is a requirement that Rental Pool units have a fire extinguisher correctly fitted and serviced, We would like to extend this facility to the owners of private units and homes. The Safety Services department can supply certified servicing of portable fire fighting extinguishers. We can also supply and fit a certified fire extinguisher for your unit. We ensure your extinguisher will conform to the latest standards and can provide follow-up maintenance. •
For an install of a NEW 2.5lb ABC Extinguisher (Designed for home use) $28
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For certified annual maintenance and inspection of any extinguisher $10
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For other types of required maintenance please contact the department to discuss options 250 341 3077.
Safety Services Team
Garbage Disposal Panorama Mountain Village has allowed owners to dispose of larger items in our oversize bins in the area behind the Fire Hall, across the street from the public disposal area near Corix Utilities. Items disposed of in this location must be placed in the appropriate bin; otherwise Panorama will be charged the general garbage fee which is much higher than specific item rates. We ask that appliances be placed in the appliance bin, electronics with electronics, wood in the appropriate to burn area, etc. Please remember that this area is not bear proof so food items must be placed elsewhere in an appropriate bear proof container. If we continue to pay high disposal rates because these larger waste items are not being placed in the appropriate bin, we would be forced to deny anyone not working for the resort access to this facility. If this happens, these items must be taken by the owner to the Windermere Landfill site. Please note that professional contractors working for owners should be taking their construction waste to the landfill in Windermere. Thanks for your assistance, Panorama’s Grounds and Maintenance Departments
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The start of snowmaking expansion to Ski Tip and Stringer. We want to have the water pipe and the electrical infrastructure in this summer. This area will be a totally fan gun operation, ensuring this beginner area will be covered fast and efficient. This is preconstruction for the new lift going in the summer of 2014.
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A new Cross Country trail will be built over in the Trappers area. This is a requirement for the Grizzly race, and will enhance the bike experience overall.
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Construction will begin on the widening of Skyline, Rollercoaster, and Fritz to Old Timer corridor to accommodate the IPC downhill race in 2015. This new track will also open the door for other types of Downhill races. Some snowmaking additions will also be made to this course, but we are not sure of the timing for that. This or next summer.
Greys Restaurant open from Friday 7th June- They will be open from Tuesday to Saturday all summer, Take a look at their a la carte menu. The shuttle will be running between Panorama and Invermere this summer, 7 days a week.
Planning for Winter 2013-2014? Most importantly We are opening early! Opening day is now Friday 6th December 2013 To be noted by Rotation B of the Lookout Owners! Winter Airport Shuttles - Who can start the shuttle? Lodging Guests and Panorama Rental pool Owners (including friends and family of the owner but must be occupying the owners condo during their stay). I am an owner but not in the rental pool? You can start a shuttle but there would be a higher price point attached to this (numbers would vary on number of people) Or you can wait until a shuttle has already been started but one of the groups detailed above and then join the shuttle at the regular price. From Panorama Mountain Village to Calgary international Airport Daily 0645hrs & 1200hrs, Saturday only 9am (in addition to the daily departures) Calgary International Airport to Panorama Mountain Village - Daily 1300hrs & 1700hrs For more information and alternative transport options will be available closer to this coming winter season! Call our friendly reservations team at 1.866.601.7384
1.866.601.7384 Grizzly Ultra Race On August 31, 2013 mountain bikers will challenge an enduro style race and on Sunday, September 1st runners can compete in an ultra trail-run race. Registration Closing Date Saturday, August 31, 2013 @ 11:59 PM PST. More details can be found at www.panoramaresort.com/grizzlyultra
Winter Season Passholder Summer Perks! A Winter Season Passholder will receive unlimited Summer sightseeing chairlift rides. Conditions: •
Valid for the pass holder only
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The pass holder will need to visit Guest Services to get their comp tickets
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FULL PRICE must be paid for a bike park ticket if they wish to go mountain biking, the upgrade price isn’t available to them
- Order before October 11th 2013 to save!
1000 Peaks Lodge photo update….. Sorry no further information available at the time of going to print; as updates become available it will be forwarded to the owners by Mountain Creek Properties. Any questions can be sent to info@mountaincreek.ca Internet Update- The engineers are on the Mountain and the installation is underway. The service is expected to be live by July 1st 2013. Rental Pool Owners - For properties in the Panorama Mountain Village rental pool the hardware is being installed free of charge and then access to the internet will be on a ‘pay per use’ basis for both lodging guests and owners.
Lookout Owners - Communication Sent via E-mail 05/17/2013 This is just a note confirming that you do not need to sign up for the new internet service. The Lookout Homeowners’ Association has arranged for the Resort Wide ULTRA Hi Speed Internet Package for all Lookout units. Watch for further information on how to use the new internet service as we get closer to the service going live in July. Regards, Your HOA Council Lookout Owners- Please help us to help you. If you are a quarter ownership owner whom has multiple owners then please let us know ahead of time which owner will actually be coming to stay. In order to take advantage of the express owners check in box we need to have a valid credit card on file in order to process the departure clean fee and for anything that is charged to your accommodation during your stay with us. Contacting us ahead of time will ensure a smooth check in and avoid the wrong co-owner from being charged for your clean fee. Corix Water Turbidity Update…. As of June 7th the boil water advisory is still on at Panorama Mountain Village. You can purchase 4L bottles at the General Store in the village, the T-Bar or at the Picnic Delifor $2.50 during the time of this advisory.If you have any additional questions prior to your arrival please contact Corix at (250)341-3091 or visit the Interior Health web site at http://www.interiorhealth.ca/YourEnvironment/DrinkingWater/Pages/AdvisoriesNotifications.aspx . If you have any further questions at check-in, please don’t hesitate to ask one of our agents.
Construction under way on Panorama's newest mountain home development! Heavy equipment and crews are installing utilities and building the road for the first phase of Trappers Ridge. Trappers Ridge is a unique and surprisingly affordable subdivision, overlooking the resort. In fact, every lot features ski-in, ski-out convenience. •
Enjoy full ownership with no strata fees
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A true all-season resort neighbourhood
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Slopeside convenience at attainable prices
Skiing, biking and hiking right out your door Trappers Ridge at Panorama offers an unprecedented opportunity for you to start creating enduring memories, and to live a healthy and rejuvenating lifestyle in one of the most beautiful settings in Canada. http://www.panoramaresort.com/build-a-home
Certificate of Recognition program (COR) The Certificate of Recognition program (COR) is a nationally recognized, time-tested program that recognizes excellence in occupational health and safety. The COR program provides incentives to employers who go beyond the legal requirements of the Workers Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Regulation by taking the "best practice" approach to implementing health and safety programs and return-to-work programs. Once every three years PMV’s Health and Safety Program is audited by an accredited third party. In April 2013 PMV successfully passed its second external audit. Some of Panorama’s strengths include: management leadership, the joint health and safety committee and the injury management and return to work program
To look forward to….. 2015 IPC Alpine Skiing World Championships Panorama Mountain Village to play host to para-athletes from around the world. This spring the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) recently announced Panorama Mountain Village will host the 2015 IPC Alpine Skiing World Championships. The announcement came following the successful 2013 World Championships in La Molina, Spain. Ski with the Pros Panorama Mountain Village is proud to present the Ski with the Pros Sessions. December 6-9, 2013. The perfect preseason tune up for the parallel skier! Dont forget to refer a 1st timer and receive your $45 resort credit!
Homeowner Experience Office Hours of Operation. Monday to Friday 9am–5pm (in the Shoulder Season) Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm from June 28th to September 1st 2013 Request from Front Desk: If you are not in the rental pool & wish front desk to allow your guest’s access to your unit then please E-mail: front.desk@panoramaresort.com or Call: 1.250.342.6941 detailing your unit, guests name and the dates of their stay. If Front Desk do not have your permission they will not issue keys to anyone other than yourselves. Any questions please feel free to contact your Homeowner Experience team.
Verity Dace - Homeowner Experience Manager & Benita Wentzel - Homeowner Experience Coordinator Panorama Mountain Village Toll Free: 1866.378.7282 F: 250.341.3019 homeowners@panoramaresort.com