How Whistler’s Bike Park is Able to Open So Early Whistler is truly a year-round destination resort. Besides being one of the most famous ski resorts in the world, the summertime and all the activities it has to offer have become just as popular. Even the shoulder seasons of fall and spring can be a great time to visit. This year, the mountain bike park will open on May 13th. […] Cycle Brent Thomas | April 28, 2022 0 Comments
Vail Resorts Announces Affordable Employee Housing Investments for Park City, Whistler Blackcomb, Vail, and Okemo The new investments will increase the company’s affordable housing by over 10 percent and align with March 14 commitment to employees Today, Vail Resorts announced four investments to provide accessible and affordable housing for its employees at Park City Mountain in Utah, Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Vail Mountain in Colorado, and Okemo Mountain Resort in Vermont as part of […] Industry News SnowBrains | April 11, 2022 0 Comments
Inbounds Avalanche at Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Kills Local Man A 34-year-old local man was killed by a class 1 avalanche inbounds at Whistler Blackcomb, BC, on Tuesday 5th April 2022. The incident happened in the Peak Chair area, on Whistler Mountain, which was open to the public. Hundreds of skiers had lined up for the opening of the chair following up to three feet of fresh snow the previous […] Avalanche SnowBrains | April 7, 2022 2 Comments
Whistler Skier is Suing Californian Snowboarder After Serious Injuries Suffered During Collision A skier from Whistler, BC, is suing a snowboarder for injuries she says she sustained while standing at the side of a run in December 2021. Marie-Christine Abousleiman, also known as Marie-Christine Riachi, is suing Armin Motekalem of Sunnyvale, CA, after she was injured when he allegedly hit her on Crabapple trail on December 22. Related: 2 Teenage Boys Killed […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 16, 2022 3 Comments
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
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
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
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