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1 - Ski / Snowboarding

 


Skiing and snowboarding is an excellent sport for all ages, especially in the West Coast. The Coast Mountains are well known for their deep snow pack and striking backcountry skiing. Every winter the world renowned ski resort, Whistler, receives more than 25 feet of snow. We encourage you to experience the fantastic high alpine backcountry powder skiing and snowboarding around BCand Alberta. Lessons for skiing and snowboarding are available for all ages.

 

2 - Snowmobiling


Canadian winters are filled with snowmobile adventurers riding over the terrain. During your winter vacation, get onto the mountain and see some of beautiful wilderness that thrives in the area. All ages and all abilities will enjoy one of these tours.

 

3 - Dog Sledding


Step into a dog sled behind a team of energetic Alaskan Racing Huskies and begin an unforgettable backcountry journey. Glide through an old growth forest alongside the frozen waters and experience the serenity and beauty in the area. These tours are suitable for all ages and all ability levels. This is a true Canadian experience within the Whistler Resort which can include your entire family!

 

4 - Snowshoeing

 


Enjoy a snowshoe guided tour through the serene natural beauty of the outdoors in Western Canada. It is the perfect way to get closer to nature and see the invigorating scenery as you walk through the snowshoe trails. Another great way to spend time with your family as snowshoeing is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

 

5 - Cat-Skiing


Cat skiing is perfectly suited for West Coast weather as the Snowcats will run every day, in all weather. Enjoy all that the backcountry has to offer, including spectacular views, pristine slopes with untouched powder and your own private mountain with your friends. If you want to learn how to ski powder without being overcrowded, you should definitely try the powder lessons one day. Cat skiing is the way to go if you’reinterested in maximum vertical at the best price.

 

6 - Heli-Skiing


Rather then lift lines and runs littered with a crowded weekend's casualties, heli-skiing offers first tracks, wilderness solitude, and untracked powder. A limited number of strong, intermediate and expert skiers are whisked by helicopters into the surrounding Rocky Mountains to enjoy the huge territory and float over the fresh powder. If you’re comfortable on the blue run at the mountain, you’re definitely ready tojump on board and have the experience of a lifetime.

 

7 - Cross Country Skiing


Trek over the combed cross-country skiing trails to view the natural and scenic views. Different routes are available for all levels of skiers. An advantage of cross-country skiing is that there are no chairlift lineups here; just pure physical and mental fulfillment in a magnificent winter wonderland.

 

8 - Sleigh Riding


Take a sleigh ride with Belgian draft horses that will take you through a snow covered forest and along the rivers. The traditional sleighs are equipped with warm blankets for you comfort. A sleigh ride is the finest way to enjoy the company of your spouse, family and close friends at any occasion.


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Photos: Tourism Whistler, Blackcomb, Surf Sisters

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