Flaik Tracking Solution

NEW included in all Whistler Kids programs and Private lessons.

New to Whistler Kids & Ride Tribe this season, flaik is a real-time tracking solution for skiers and riders that not only provides extra safety, but allows participants to log their day to see what runs they were on, how much vertical was achieved and see where they want to ski in the future at Whistler Blackcomb.

Hello all,  

With all of the “negative” media surrounding a lack of snow at Cypress Mountain in Vancouver currently circulating the globe, it has come to our attention, that many believe the same to be true about Whistler Blackcomb.  However, quite the contrary is true!! January 17th officially marked the snowiest start to a season ever, keeping our record breaking snow season going. We are hoping you can help us get the word out!!! 

Kindest regards,

Kimberly - Whistler Blackcomb

WHISTLER, BC, December 1, 2009 – As the calendar flips over, it’s now official that November 2009 will go down in history as the snowiest month on record at Whistler Blackcomb, dating back to when the collection of weather data began 30 years ago.  November 2009 has seen a total accumulation of 560cm (220 inches) of snowfall, nearly four times that of November’s average snowfall of 148cm (58 inches). This is an increase of more than 19 per cent over the previous record of 469cm (185 inches) set in January 2006, and a 22 per cent increase over January 1992’s record of 459cm (181 inches). “Whistler is already known for reliable early season snowfall and this year’s record breaking start sets us up for an unbelievable season,” says Stuart Rempel, senior vice president of marketing & sales at Whistler Blackcomb. “To begin the season with a record breaker the likes of 5.5 metres of snowfall has certainly heightened the level of excitement in the resort, especially in this year, as we prepare to be a host venue for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympics Winter Games in February.” 

And now, with the record broken, there is still an entire season of skiing and riding to look forward to. With a season that offers 192 days of skiing and riding, Whistler Blackcomb is already over half way towards the resort’s average annual snowfall of just over 10 metres (33 feet).

whistler blackcomb on track for record breaking november snowfallAfter an early opening with plenty of fresh snow, Whistler Blackcomb prepares to open Creekside and Garbanzo Express on Whistler Mountain this weekend   WHISTLER, BC, Wednesday, November 18, 2009 – The current storm system has blanketed the mountains with over 204 cm (80 inches) of fresh snow in the past week. Operations crews are hard at work preparing more lifts and terrain to open this weekend as conditions allow.   It may still be early in the season but don’t tell that to Mother Nature. With over 362cm’s (142.5 inches) of snow so far this month Whistler Blackcomb has more than doubled its average November snowfall of 148cm (58 inches). With almost two weeks left in the month, as well as over 100cm (40 inches) in the forecast for the next five days, Whistler Blackcomb is well on its way to the possibility of breaking the record of snow in the month of November, 416cm (164 inches). 

“I’ve skied here for over 15 years and I’ve never seen this much snow so early in a season, it seems like every day’s snowfall is topping the last,” say’s Stephen Butt, Communications Coordinator and voice of the Snow Phone for Whistler Blackcomb.  “We have already received one third of our average annual snowfall for the entire season and it’s only four days into the season, it’s unbelievable!”

Ski Holidays to Whistler….contact Sarah & Lianne at Ski Traveller
Toll Free NZ 0800 11 22 99
info@skitraveller.co.nz

The snow has started to fly at Whistler Blackcomb with over 40 cm (16 inches) of snow has fallen this week and more is expected in the forecast. With the countdown on to opening day, November 27, this is exciting news in the resort.

WhistlerBlackcomb Tourism

 
…..put Whistler on your list for this coming season….they have snow already and it is only the 23rd of September…..a few years ago I was played golf in Whistler at the end of September!
Check out this picture taken yesterday in Whistler !

AND Whistler Blackcomb has the new PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola opening in December, be one of the first to ride this amazing gondola….you can even choose to ride on one with a glass floor!

SAVE $100 OFF your Ski Airfare to Whistler  - ring us and mention you saw the ‘FIRST SNOW’ image and we will take $100 off your Ski Airfare….easy!

Ask for Lianne or Sarah our Canada experts -
NZ Phone: 0800 11 22 99
AU Phone: 1800 15 95 25
EMAIL: info@skitraveller.co.nz