Snowboarder Calls on Military Training to Survive 2 Cold and Snowy Nights Lost Off Whistler Peak, BC A snowboarder was rescued on Sunday morning after spending two cold and snowy nights lost on Whistler Mountain, BC. The 32-year-old former soldier was visiting from Singapore. He was reported missing by his friend when he failed to meet up as planned on Friday afternoon. “His last known position was the top of Whistler’s peak—we figured he was on the […] SnowBrains | December 23, 2021 0 Comments
Top 10 Chairlifts on the West Coast The West Coast ski scene is the land of extremes, with Mt. Baker holding the record as snowiest and Whistler Blackcomb the largest in North America. Access to the best of that snow and the rowdy terrain it blankets is provided by the workhorse of the mountain – the chairlift. There are many worthy contenders for the top spots, but […] Robin Azer | November 15, 2021 17 Comments
Petition Asking Vail Resorts Mandate Vaccines to Ride Lifts at Whistler Blackcomb, BC Has 8,700 Signatures A petition requesting that Vail Resorts rethink its covid operating plan at Whistler Blackcomb, BC, has gathered 8,691 signatures. In its winter operating plan, Vail Resorts outlined that guests will need to show proof of vaccination to enter indoor areas at its ski areas, such as restaurants and lodges, but not to ride the lifts. For residents of Whistler, BC, this […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 4, 2021 2 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: Over 2 Feet of Snow In High Elevations of Coastal BC Through Wednesday, More Later This Week Forecast By SnowBrains Cheif Meteorologist – Eric McNamee 9:00 PM MST, 11/02/2021 Forecast Summary: An atmospheric river will slam into coastal BC Tuesday night /Wednesday and bring over 2 feet of snow to the high elevations. Snow will initially start Tuesday and continue through the day Wednesday. A break in the action is expected Thursday before another atmospheric river slams […] Weather Eric McNamee | November 2, 2021 0 Comments
SnowBrains Forecast: Over 3 Feet of Snow Expected in Coastal BC Through Wednesday, More Later This Week Forecast By SnowBrains Cheif Meteorologist – Eric McNamee 8:20 PM MST, 10/11/2021 Forecast Summary: An atmospheric river will slam into coastal BC Tuesday/Wednesday and bring over a meter (3.2 feet) of snow to the mountains. Snow will initially start Tuesday morning and continue through the day Wednesday, moving north to south. A break in the action is expected Thursday before […] Weather Eric McNamee | October 11, 2021 0 Comments
Petition Started Asking Vail Resorts Mandate Vaccines to Ride Lifts at Whistler Blackcomb, BC In its winter operating plan, Vail Resorts outlined that guests will need to show proof of vaccination to enter indoor areas at its ski areas, such as restaurants and lodges, but not to ride the lifts. For residents of Whistler, BC, this isn’t enough. One man has started a petition asking that Vail Resorts require proof of vaccination from guests wishing […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 4, 2021 12 Comments
New Attractions in the Town of Whistler, BC This Year With a highly anticipated ski season approaching, skiers are eager to enjoy the experience of an excellent old-fashioned ski trip. Luckily, Whistler, Canada is offering new openings and attractions for the 2021-2022 ski year. Among those attractions are restaurants, exhibitions, hotels, and more. Related: Vail Resorts Announces $320 Million ‘Epic Lift Upgrade’ With 19 New Chairlifts Across 14 Resorts A […] Industry News Breya Bergom | September 25, 2021 2 Comments
Homicide Detectives Investigating Fatal Stabbing at Whistler Resort, BC A 26-year-old man is dead after a stabbing in Whistler, BC, just yards from the gondola, early Saturday morning. At around 2 am, Sea-to-Sky RCMP responded to the Whistler Medical Clinic after a man had presented to the hospital with stab wounds. #BREAKING IHIT has been called to Whistler, after a 26 year old man has died from stab wounds. […] SnowBrains | August 16, 2021 0 Comments
Industry News
Weather
