The Horstman Glacier at Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Will Not Open this Year for Summer Training Summer camps on the Horstman Glacier, at Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia, have long been a staple for anyone who wants to ski and ride in the summer. Located high on Blackcomb Peak, the glacier is typically open from early June to mid-July for freestyle and race camps. It is one of only a few places in North America where you […] Industry News Brent Thomas | April 2, 2024 0 Comments
Search for 5 Skiers Missing Overnight at Whistler Resort, BC, Delayed by Avalanche Warning and Wintry Weather [Update 03/05/2024 from North Shore Rescue: The five skiers in Whistler are out of the field, as are all Whistler search and rescue team members.] The search for five missing skiers at Whistler Resort, British Columbia, has been hindered overnight due to poor weather conditions, with high avalanche risk further complicating rescue efforts. Avalanche Canada issued a special avalanche […] SnowBrains | March 4, 2024 0 Comments
Mobile Pass & Mobile Lift Tickets Technology To Go Live At Whistler Blackcomb, BC, For 2024/25 Winter Season Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Canada, has announced that hands-free Mobile Pass and Mobile Lift Tickets technology will go live at the resort for the 2024/25 ski and ride season within the My Epic app. This innovation will allow guests to skip the ticket window and buy their Pass (or lift ticket) online, then activate and store it in the […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 29, 2024 0 Comments
WSSF Unveils Sea to Sky Photo Challenge Finalists f The World Ski and Snowboard Festival (WSSF) unveils the five finalists for the Sea to Sky Photo Challenge, vying for the prestigious title of Best in Show photographer and the $3,000 cash prize. The esteemed finalists include Laura Szanto, Matt Bruhns, Steffi Jade, Nicolas Teichrob, and Anatole Tulzak, securing the Wild Card spot. Laura Szanto, an internationally renowned […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 23, 2024 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Snowboarder Swept Away by Inbounds Avalanche at Whistler Blackcomb, BC In a narrow escape, Whistler snowboarder Bryce Bugera narrowly escaped an avalanche while snowboarding at Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia, on Saturday, January 6th, 2024, reports Alanna Kelly for the Prince George Citizen. Related: Inbounds Avalanche at Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Kills Local Man The incident occurred as Bugera and his group of friends traversed along the ridgeline, staying inbounds on the […] Avalanche AvyBrains | January 9, 2024 0 Comments
Best Ski Camps for Adults—Take Your Skiing to The Next Level Feel that itch for ski improvement? I get it—one of the things I love about skiing is the relentless pursuit of the perfect turn, the desire to overcome your fears, conquer your limitations, and take your skiing to that next level. Enter SnowBrain’s list of the best ski camps for adults. If you are after an immersive coaching experience, we […] Brains Mike Humphrey | November 13, 2023 0 Comments
Boost Your Backcountry Education in 3 Days with Arc’teryx Academy in Whistler, British Columbia One weekend can inspire you to take your backcountry skills from lukewarm to shedding-down-to-your-base-layer hot with Arc’teryx Backcountry Academy. The Arc’teryx Backcountry Academy will be holding clinics in Whistler, British Columbia from February 23 – 25, 2024. When it comes to locations for backcountry exploration, it’s hard to beat Whistler. The B.C. mountains radiate good vibrations that feel palpable as […] Featured Article Lindsay Hayden | November 7, 2023 0 Comments
Cost of Peak Lift Ticket at Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Rises 50% to $299 Canadian Dollars This Season ($218 USD) The cost of lift tickets in North America continues to go up and Whistler Blackcomb is no exception to that. It was recently announced that the walk-up window price on a peak holiday at Whistler will be $299 (plus tax). This is a 50% increase from last season when the price was just below $200. The resort stated the increased […] Industry News Brent Thomas | October 25, 2023 1 Comment