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Meet Alaskan Husky sled dog Dougie Fir, and Canadian Avalanche Rescue dog, Nora – page 24 of the Whistler’s new pet guide…read more here…
Spring Interior Design Trends For 2012
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Spring is nature’s time of renewal. Bright colours emerge from under cooler tones of winter, there’s a shedding of baggage, aptly known as the spring-clean, and we think of sprucing up both our wardrobe and our homes. The word that encapsulates this seasons interior design is “liberation”. People are opting for exotic fabrics, bright colours, and luxurious textures. Maureen Schomaker, owner of Patina Interior Design, takes us on a whirlwind tour of the latest international trends without even leaving her store in Whistler’s Function Junction.
Winona Ryder Ping-Pong Rumors At the 11th Filmmakers Showdown
As the five-minute call sounded around the Whistler Conference Centre, by the same woman who does missile launches in James Bond movies, people scurried back to their pre-marked seats like shredders on a pow-day. A veritable who’s who of Whistler notoriety packed out the 11th Filmmakers Showdown, one of the top events at the TELUS World Ski and Snowboard Festival.
Silent Disco – It’s Oh So Quiet…
This was hands down the best dance event I have ever been to. I was a silent disco virgin until Friday night, but once that cherry was popped I can’t wait to do it again. There was a slight queue outside Merlin’s, which was decked out like the Kokanee Cabin, but that only built up the excitement – what was a silent disco going to be like? The concept is pretty bizarre; a room full of people all listening to their own choice of three music channels through headphones. Whenever you had a personal “evacuate the dance floor” track, which for me is Chesney Hawkes, you could simply flip a switch and change the tune – revolutionary. You can also easily annoy friends, and complete strangers, by reaching over and changing theirs whilst waving your hands in front of their face saying “Channel three, three!”
Canine Freestyle
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Dogs of all shapes and sizes gathered on the village stroll for their annual four-legged social event – Dogfest. This is their chance to show off their fashion sense, new tricks and skills, as well as meet up with friends and family – just like everyone else at the World Ski and Snowboard Festival.
Wishes Wedding Magazine – Fall Magic
It was cool in the shade of the old-growth forest where Catherine and Jonathan Rosen posed for their wedding photos. the spot beside the falls on Whistler’s rainbow trail is one of the couple’s favorite hiking destinations, and in full wedding attire they walked for 20 minutes to capture the moment.
Blue skies for Whistler Woppet
More than 100 racers tackle ‘fast’ race; Pemberton racers dominate ‘cruiser’ course.
It was in perfect conditions that 105 racers set off to complete the varying challenges of the fourth annual Whistler Olympic Park loppet, aptly called the Woppet.
Competitors from as far afield as Big Sky Resort, Mont. and North Bend, Wash. were at the Whistler event on Saturday (April 7), choosing between a 7.5 kilometre cruiser, 15 km challenge, or 30 km quest.
Switzerland, Japan on top in Whistler Cup
Vancouver’s Sam Mulligan on podium twice for Canada as 400 young skiers compete.
The entire weekend was played out in brilliant sunshine as 400 young ski racers took to the slopes to compete in the 20th annual Whistler World Cup presented by Rio Tinto Alcan.
The weekend started with the super-G on Friday (April 6), and Canada had a fantastic day with two athletes on the podium for the boys, and one amongst the top five girls. It was ladies first and Stephanie Currie from Ontario ended up taking fifth place for Team Canada. Mikayla Martin, from Whistler Mountain Ski Club (WMSC), came in just behind, placing sixth.
The Yeti Snowshoe Series
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As I begin the second loop of the 5km trail that makes up the 2012 Yeti Snowshoe Race I wonder what I had been thinking. Snowshoe running is tough, but it’s becoming a popular way to keep fit in the snowy winter months. Gear technology has also kept up with the increasing popularity. Gone are the days of tennis rackets strapped to your feet, now you’re looking at a slim 22-inch snowshoe specifically designed for running. Even though they only weigh about a pound you do have to correct your running stance to allow for the added diameter. While you run your body also has to adjust to the snowpack underfoot and depending on the terrain this can mean engaging your whole body to stabilize yourself, making it a great workout.
The Sunniest Deep Winter Ever
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“Let me open both doors before you come in. Please, no stampede.” Came the words from a slightly anxious looking Fairmont employee as she opened the doors to the 6th Arc’teryx Deep Winter Photo Challenge. Like Germans at a pool, people run to chairs throwing jackets, scarves, hats and gloves down to secure their seat for the show. Feet Banks, looking dapper in a grey waistcoat and shirt, introduces the six photographers; Reuben Krabbe, Steve Lloyd, Mark Gribbon, Mason Mashon, Jussi Grznar and Robin O’Neill. With a bottle of beer in hand I sit back and enjoy a trip through the sunniest Deep Winter in Whistler history.
