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December 2008 – Fun things To Do in Whistler

By victor on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2008 | No Comments

The Fun Begins for the New Winter Season in Whistler

Here is a list of all the Events happening in Whistler this December, 2008:

Discover Whistler Days
November 27 — December 19, 2008
All tourists receive 40% off learn-to-ski and ride programs on Whistler and Blackcomb. Discounts are also available on many packages, including kids’ ski/ride packages.

Whistler Outdoor Farmer’s Market
October 26 – December 21, 2008
Select Whistler Farmer’s Market vendors set up shop inside the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre’s Istken Hall for an indoor market experience. Featuring rotating vendors from the seasonal market, it will be a new market every week. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, 4584 Blackcomb Way. Please enter through the Lorimer Road entrance.

Whistler Film Festival
December 4 — 7, 2008
Four exciting days of film featuring more than 90 movies from around the world, plus exclusive premieres, outdoor screenings, workshops, ski races, parties, celebrities, live music and prizes.
For more information go to www.whistlerfilmfestival.com.

5th Annual Christmas Breakfast
December 4, 2008
Presented by Mountain FM and the Westin Resort & Spa Whistler, this yuletide event helps raise money for the local food banks throughout Sea to Sky Country. Bring a new toy, non-perishable food item or cash donation and enjoy a complimentary breakfast, local entertainment and the fulfillment that comes from helping out those in need. Breakfast runs from 6:30 to 9:00 a.m. at the Westin Resort & Spa Whistler.

PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola Opens
December 12, 2008
When the Peak 2 Peak Gondola begins operating in December 2008, it will be the longest unsupported lift span in the world.

7-Eleven Fire and Ice Show
December 12, 2008 — April 5, 2009
It doesn’t get much hotter than this! Be amazed as firespinners and fireworks light up the night sky, while skiers and snowboarders jump through the dazzling Ring of Fire every Sunday at 7:00 p.m. at the base of Whistler Mountain.

The Whistler Holiday Experience
December 19, 2008 — January 4, 2009
Celebrate the season with Whistler Village street entertainment and train rides, a tree-lighting ceremony, dog sledding, caroling, kids’ activities and Christmas story reading.

First Night Whistler
December 31, 2008
Whistler’s First Night is a legendary alcohol-free New Year’s Eve celebration featuring live music, art workshops and street entertainment for all ages. For more information, please visit www.whistlerfirstnight.com.

Whistler Early Bird Cross Country Ski Passes on Sale

By victor on Tuesday, November 11th, 2008 | No Comments

Even though I love downhill skiing and boarding, I still think there’s something totally Zen about cross country skiing.  I had many amazing days on the Mountains, but magical nights cross country skiing around Lost Lake in Whistler, when all is quiet, the night lights shimmering on the snow, and the only thing you hear is the sound of your breath.  Magical.  That’s why at night you’ll probably find me on the trails around Lost Lake rather than in the busy village.  For us cross skiers, I thought I’d include a post about the Early Bird Sale for the trails around Lost Lake.

The Early Bird is on sale until December 7th, and you can get your passes at Meadow Park Sports Centre, call 604-935-7529 or visit the Cross Country Information on the Whistler Web Site for details.

Here are the deals before December 7th:

Early Bird Regular Season Pass Savings
Adult $179 $224 $45
Youth $107.50 $134.50 $27
Child $89 $112 $23
Family $358 $448 $90
Night Adult $89 $112 $23
Night Youth $53.75 $67 $13.25
Night Child $45 $56 $11
Night Family $179 $224 $45

Night Skiing starts at 3pm and goes until 9pm.  The ticket booth closes at 8pm though, so you need to be on the trails by 8pm to enjoy the night cross country skiing.

Of course Whistler has another cross country trail to offer, in the New Olympic Park.  I will write a separate post for that, but for information please visit their site.

The New Olympic Park is a little ways down the road from Whistler, or before you get to Whistler.  I will include maps, directions, prices and details in my next post.

Enjoy the nights with cross country skiing.

Cheers,
Victor

Ski and Ride for $59 a day – Whistler Edge Card

By dan on Tuesday, November 11th, 2008 | No Comments

Get your Edge Card for Whistler before November 21 and Save!

For all Vancouver Region and Washington State, the Whistler Edge Card provides cheap ski days for the season, without having to buy a season’s pass.  The Edge Card gives you the convenience of getting:

  • 1 day for $64
  • 5 day for $319 (works out to $64 a day)
  • 10 day for $584 (works out to $59 a day) – The 10 day Edge Card Deal not available after November 21st.
  • none of these deals include the new Peak 2 Peak Gondola Ride.

The benefits of getting the Edge Card Early, as announced by Whistler Blackcomb:

  • Get up to $30 a day savings off the regular costs
  • Get Exclusive low lodging rates, starting at $99 a day
  • Get up to $150 off gear with coupons for equipment and outerwear
  • Get $100 certificate for select ski and snowboard lessons

If you live in the Vancouver or Washington State areas, what’s nice about getting the Edge Card, is that it’s actually cheaper than the 7-Evelen tickets, and the Edge Card is connected to your Credit Card, so you can use it conveniently on the Mountains.

The only caveat is that the card doesn’t include the Peak 2 Peak ride, which the 7-Eleven ski tickets at $78 per person includes.

For more information, check out Whistler Edge Card deals.

What to do in Whistler during cold and rainy November, 2008

By dan on Saturday, November 1st, 2008 | No Comments

In Whistler November is a month of much anticipation for the new ski and snowboard season to begin.  To make the wait a little more bearable, November is full packed of fun events for all ages.  Here is a list of the main events leading to the big Opening of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains for the new ski season, on November 27th, 2008…

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Showcase Vancouver Grand Opening Sale
at West 4th and Burrard in Vancouver, BC

  • Whistler Blackcomb are featuring the new Gondola to
    connect Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains
  • Also, this is the time to remember to sign up for the
    Express Card

November 1st and 2nd
Warren Miller’s Children of Winter
at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Vancouver, BC

November 2nd
Winter Farmer’s Market
on Blackcomb Way

November 6th to 10th
Cornucopia – Celebration of Wine and Food
in Whistler at many location around the Village

November 6th
ARTrageous
at Whistler Art Galleries

November 9th
Winter Farmer’s Market
on Blackcomb’s Way

November 14th to 16th
Whistler Creekside Fashion and Lifestyle Market
at Whistler Creekside

November 16th and 23rd
Winter Farmer’s Market
on Blackcomb’s Way

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November 27th – Ski and Snowboard Opening Day for the 2008-2009 Season

on Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains
November 28th and 29th
Bizarre Bazaar
at Telus Whistler Conference Centre

November 30th
Winter Farmer’s Market
on Blackcomb’s Way

Whistler Updates for October 2008

By andrew on Wednesday, October 15th, 2008 | No Comments

I haven’t written in a while.  Took some time off to spend with family.  Non-ending parade of parents, siblings, nephews and best friends, all coming to check out Whistler in Vancouver.  Non-stop fun, what can I say, I love my family and friends.

It started getting cold in Whistler, which only means that snow is just around the corner.  The rain has set in, and it smells like snow any day now.

I’m going to post a whole lot of Whistler Winter Updates in the next couple of days, because it’s still a decent time to come up to Whistler, you’ll get great deals on accommodation, this is by far the best time to haggle a good price and stay right in the heart of the village.  There’s not a lot of active things to do, but it’s an awesome time to relax, kick back, enjoy some yummy food, and remember what fresh air smells like.

Stay tuned for some great juicy information in the weeks to come.

Peace,

Andy

Highway to Whistler is now Open, August 3rd

By dan on Sunday, August 3rd, 2008 | No Comments

Crews worked day and night to clear the Rock Slide

The Hwy to Whistler opened late Saturday night, a full day ahead of schedule.  The weather is nice and sunny, and there’s still 2 days left of the long weekend.  Visit for the night, or just come for the day.

See you in Whistler.

Cheers,
Dan

August 2008 Whistler Events

By victor on Saturday, August 2nd, 2008 | No Comments

So you can’t get up to Whistler by regular means this beautiful long weekend due to the rock slide, but there’s still time to have fun and enjoy Whistler this summer.   Here is a list of events to check out for the rest of August:

Don’t forget about the weekend Farmer’s Market at Blackcomb side, every Sunday until Canadian Thanksgiving weekend (mid October).  Tasty artisan foods and live cooking demos by Whistler’s Chefs. Local artists, musicians and face painting. Lots of fun and activities for families and children.

Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake – Beginner Acrylics
August 6, 2008 – August 8, 2008
This class will teach some basic techniques in painting acrylics on canvas and is suitable for students at the beginner to intermediate level. For more information on the Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake, visit the Whistler Arts Council web site.

Kokanee Crankworx
August 9, 2008 – August 17, 2008
Whistler’s premier mountain bike festival, featuring freeride competitions, pro riding demos, FREE music and entertainment.

Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake – Intermediate Watercolour
August 13, 2008 – August 15, 2008
Led by instructor Grant Fuller, this workshop is intended for intermediate painters interested in watercolour. For more information on the Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake, visit the Whistler Arts Council web site.

Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake – Art of Drawing: Beginner to Intermediate
August 16, 2008 – August 17, 2008
A course meant for beginner and intermediate level artists interested in studying and sketching basic shapes with gesture drawings. For more information on the Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake, visit the Whistler Arts Council web site.

Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake – Effective Use of Light in Composition & Design
August 22, 2008 – August 24, 2008
This workshop will delve into the effective use of light and pattern, and focus on the inspiration and ideas for the painting through preliminary studies before proceeding with a finished work. For more information on the Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake, visit the Whistler Arts Council web site.

Campground C
August 23, 2008
The second annual “Campground C” country-rock music festival will feature a hot list of artists performing all day long, plus a ton of fun activities for the whole family. More information.

K9 Wine & Dine for WAG
August 23, 2008
Whistler Animals Galore (WAG) and the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa host the 6th Annual K9 Wine and Dine on Saturday August 23, 2008. Come out and support WAG and its efforts to provide quality care and second chances to animals in need in Whistler. The event features a sumptuous three-course meal, as well as dinner for your four-legged friend, auctions with great prizes and more. Call Carol at 604.935.8364 or email ccoffey@thewagway.com for more information.

In-SHUCK-ch Days
August 23, 2008 – August 24, 2008
Join us at the second annual In-SHUCK-ch Days on August 23rd and 24th in Skatin, located along the Lillooet Lake Forest Service road in the scenic Lillooet River Valley. In-SHUCK-ch Days will offer fun for the whole family including free food, live music, traditional First Nations games and activities, a children’s fun zone, and much more. This event will showcase the Nation�s rich culture and strong community spirit.
For more information visit the In-SHUCK-ch website.

Feast of Fields
August 30, 2008
Feast of Fields is a gourmet, wandering, harvest festival picnic. With a wine glass and linen napkin in hand, you can taste the very best of BC from chefs, vintners, brewers, farmers and food artisans from across the province from 1-5 p.m. at Rebagliatti Park in Whistler.
For more information go to the official web site.

Whistler Highway Closed July 31st Until August 4th, 2008

By dan on Thursday, July 31st, 2008 | No Comments

For those of you that have travel plans to Whistler this weekend, you may want to reconsider.
There has been a major rock slide just shy of Squamish, and all traffic both ways is shut down
for the next 5 days.

Whistler Rock Slide

However, if you’re still keen to go to Whistler, consider a couple of different routes, modes
of transportation. You can always slurge and get a helicopter ride, or you can take your time,
take the scenic route around Hope, Lytton, Lilloet and Pemberton.

Alternate Road To Whistler

This will take you significantly longer to get to Whistler, but it is a gorgeous drive, you are going to want to stop, take in the sites and take some pictures. This will take significantly longer, add 4-6 hours, but it will be an adventure.

For updates on the rock slide, follow the Whistler News Link…

or call:

  • Hwy 99 Delays and Closures -> 1-877-472-3399
  • Road Reports -> cellula *1071

    • July 2008 Whistler Events

    By andrew on Thursday, July 3rd, 2008 | No Comments

    Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake – Acrylic Painting: Nature & Self
    July 2, 2008 – July 4, 2008
    Vancouver artist Lori Goldberg takes you on a three-day inspiring workshop to experience the joy of painting. For more information on the Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake, visit the Whistler Arts Council web site.

    Whistler Children’s Art Festival
    July 12, 2008 – July 13, 2008
    Join us for our 25th anniversary with a magical fun-filled weekend for the entire family in Whistler’s Creekside, featuring a multitude of hands-on workshops led by professional artists for kids and families in fine arts, crafts, theatre, multi-media, dance and music. The festival comes alive with numerous free activities and entertainment by roving musicians, zany characters and popular children’s performers on the main stage.
    For more information, visit the Whistler Arts Council web site.

    Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake – Expressive Acrylics: Intermediate
    July 15, 2008 – July 18, 2008
    Join instructor Suzanne Northcott for an exciting course for painters who really want to produce work in the classroom. For more information on the Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake, visit the Whistler Arts Council web site.

    Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake – Watercolour: All Levels
    July 25, 2008 – July 27, 2008
    South Africa-born artist Kiff Holland leads a three-day course aimed at teaching all levels the joys of watercolour. For more information on the Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake, visit the Whistler Arts Council web site.

    Pemberton Festival
    July 25, 2008 – July 27, 2008
    Get set for three unforgettable days of music, July 25, 26 and 27, as the inaugural Pemberton Festival presents an impressive and heavy-hitting lineup of artists performing on multiple stages, including Coldplay, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Nine Inch Nails, Jay Z, the Tragically Hip and many more.
    Tickets go on sale March 28 at the Festival’s official web site.

    Whistler Mountain Opens Early

    By dan on Saturday, November 17th, 2007 | 1 Comment

    Sweet mother, Whistler opened today, a few days earlier than expected…

    Get your skis and snowboards shined up and head up to Whistler, there’s lots of snow and it keeps on coming. If you’re from BC or WA you still have time to grab your Edge Card and start saving on your ski days…

    See you on the hill…

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