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    Super, NaturalBritish ColumbiaSki Guide 2011

    Visit HelloBC.com/ski

    http://www.hellobc.com/en-CA/SightsActivitiesEvents/WinterActivities/Skiing%28Downhill%29/BritishColumbia.htm?Lev1=12&CATID=210&LOCID=3&KWDS=&NBY=False&FLID=3&FL1ID=12&PN=1&utm_campaign=skiguide10&utm_medium=skiguide&utm_content=redirect-hellobcski&CMPID=PAC-pdfskiguide10http://www.hellobc.com/en-CA/SightsActivitiesEvents/WinterActivities/Skiing%28Downhill%29/BritishColumbia.htm?Lev1=12&CATID=210&LOCID=3&KWDS=&NBY=False&FLID=3&FL1ID=12&PN=1&utm_campaign=skiguide10&utm_medium=skiguide&utm_content=redirect-hellobcski&CMPID=PAC-pdfskiguide10http://www.hellobc.com/en-CA/SightsActivitiesEvents/WinterActivities/Skiing%28Downhill%29/BritishColumbia.htm?Lev1=12&CATID=210&LOCID=3&KWDS=&NBY=False&FLID=3&FL1ID=12&PN=1&utm_campaign=skiguide10&utm_medium=skiguide&utm_content=redirect-hellobcski&CMPID=PAC-pdfskiguide10http://www.hellobc.com/en-CA/default.htm?utm_campaign=skiguide10&utm_medium=skiguide&utm_content=hellobcwordmark&CMPID=PAC-pdfskiguide10http://www.gov.bc.ca/
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    13 WORLD-CLASS SKI RESORTS.ONE UNFORGETTABLE VACATION.

    Still buzzing with the excitement o hosting the Vancouver 2010

    Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, British Columbia is the

    place to ski this season.

    Escape to one o our 13 winter resorts and experience the hugeverticals, wildly diverse terrain and spectacular scenery that

    make the province one o the worlds premier ski destinations.

    Whether youre gold medal material or still wrestling with the

    rope tow, youll enjoy endless runs, awesome aprs and plenty o

    outdoor adventures to round out an unorgettable ski vacation.So read on and nd out why you gotta be here this winter.

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    http://www.skisummitlake.com/http://www.skibaldy.com/http://www.skisalmo.com/http://www.bearmountainskihill.ca/http://www.harpermountain.com/http://www.fairmonthotsprings.com/http://www.trollskiresort.com/http://www.skitimothy.com/http://www.purden.com/http://www.tabormountain.com/http://www.powderking.com/http://www.murrayridge.com/http://www.shamesmountain.com/http://www.hudsonbaymountain.com/http://www.manningpark.com/http://www.mountcain.com/http://www.skiphoenix.com/http://www.crystalresort.com/http://www.hemlockvalleyresort.com/http://www.mountseymour.com/http://www.grousemountain.com/http://www.cypressmountain.com/http://www.skikimberley.com/http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/http://www.apexresort.com/http://www.skifernie.com/http://www.kickinghorseresort.com/http://www.revelstokemountainresort.com/http://www.panoramaresort.com/http://www.bigwhite.com/http://www.skisilverstar.com/http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/http://www.skiwhitewater.com/http://www.mountwashington.ca/http://www.redresort.com/
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    RUNS:113

    VERTICAL: 857m (2,816t)

    TERRAIN:1,013ha (2, 504ac)

    30% Beginner

    40% Intermediate

    30% Advanced

    Does the idea o big mountain skiing with a small town vibe

    appeal to you? Then Fernie is your resort. This powder paradiseeatures 5 massive alpine bowls, endless chutes, clis andglades. Even Rolling Stone called Fernie the coolest place inNorth America. These peaks oten receive more snow than anymajor resort in Canada. Its a place where the beginner eelsright at home and the expert can nd nirvana. Beyond the stellarslopes, try a dogsled or snowmobile, or a snowshoe safari. This isa destination youll never orget.

    skiernie.com

    RUNS:122

    VERTICAL: 882m (2,894t)

    TERRAIN:1,488ha (3,678ac)

    10% Beginner

    58% Intermediate

    32% Advanced

    Ski some o Canadas driest snow while basking in the sunshine.Can you say bluebird power days? The arid climate and an

    average o 2,000 hours o annual sun at Sun Peaks producedeep, dry powder or outstanding skiing and boarding. Try asel-guidedThree Mountain Tour where your amily can hit allthree mountain peaks in a day on what is BCs second largest skiarea. Or swap skis or skates or snowshoes, or a snowmobile orhorse-drawn sleigh or dogsled... you get the idea. When thatsover, you can kick back with a cold one or savour a hot chocolatein the charming ski-through pedestrian village at the base o themountains. This is what ski dreams are made o.

    sunpeaksresort.com

    RUNS:118

    VERTICAL: 777m (2,550t)

    TERRAIN:1,119ha (2,765ac)

    18% Beginner

    54% Intermediate

    28% Advanced

    I youre ater antastic snow, dont look any urther than BigWhite. They live up to their name with an average 750cm (25t) oOkanagan champagne powder alling annually, and were awardedBest Snow in North America by Cond Nast Traveller magazine.With 118 runs anning rom the summit, 1,119ha (2,765ac) o

    skiable terrain and 16 lits, including 6 high speed, theres a greatselection o terrain or everyone with deep powder bowls, wide-open glades, and great cruising. Take a break and explore Canadaslargest totally ski-in/ski-out resort village. Theres an award-winningKids Centre with childcare, Canadas highest skating rink, reenightly activities, snowmobiling, sleigh rides, Nordic skiing and thenew 18m (60t) tall ice climbing tower.

    bigwhite.com

    WHISTLER BLACKCOMB

    Imagine hanging in the sky between two snow-covered peaks,looking through a glass foor at r trees 436m (1,427t) below.Welcome to Whistler Blackcombs world record-breaking PEAK2 PEAK Gondola. Blackcomb Mountain has some seriously steepchutes and endless glacial descents, while Whistler Mountain isa succession o heavenly powder bowls. Theres also Whistler

    Village with more than 200 shops and 90 restaurants. Consistentlyranked #1 resort in North America, this ocial alpine skiingvenue or the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Gameshassomething or everyone.

    RUNS:200

    VERTICAL:

    Whistler: 1,530m (5,020t)Blackcomb: 1,609m (5,280t)

    TERRAIN:3,307ha (8,171ac)

    18% Beginner

    55% Intermediate

    27% Advanced

    whistlerblackcomb.com

    SUN PEAKS RESORT

    BIG WHITE SKI RESORT

    FERNIE ALPINE RESORT

    http://www.skifernie.com/http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/http://www.bigwhite.com/http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/http://www.bigwhite.com/http://www.skifernie.com/http://www.skifernie.com/http://www.bigwhite.com/http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/http://www.bigwhite.com/http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/http://www.skifernie.com/
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    Ski or board some o the deepest snow on the West Coast.

    How much? How about a staggering annual average o 11m(36t)? Take in the unbelievable ski-to-surf views with the PacicOcean as a backdrop and check out the towering mountains oVancouver Islands interior rom the mile-high summit. Exploreover 50km (31mi) ocross-country trails nestled in one o BCsoldest and most stunning parks. While there, try snowshoeingthe 20km (12mi) o gentle slopes and rolling hills. The vibe hereis 100% Island so enjoy the beautiul scenery, the riendlylaid-back atmosphere and a day with endless possibilities!

    mountwashington.ca

    Heavy precipitation and low humidity. For a mountain resort

    smack-dab in the centre o the Okanagan Valley, that weathercombination is a recipe or the best snow you can hope or.Bowls, chutes, glades and impeccably groomed cruising runsfow perectly rom the resorts impressive peak. Double blackdiamonds leave you breathless. And 3 terrain parks with tables,rails and sliders make it a no-brainer destination or boarders.Theres also an NHL-sized hockey rink, a 1km (0.6mi) outdoorskate loop and a tube park. The ski-in village area eatureslicensed childcare, retail shops and dining to suit all tastes.

    apexresort.com

    RUNS:67

    VERTICAL: 610m (2,000t)

    TERRAIN:450ha (1,112ac)

    16% Beginner

    48% Intermediate

    36% Advanced

    RUNS:60

    VERTICAL: 505m (1,657t)

    TERRAIN:647ha (1,600ac)

    20% Beginner

    35% Intermediate

    45% Advanced

    Feel like an ant on a massive hill this huge mountain withthree very distinct aces is perect or the whole amily. Frommeticulously groomed cross-country tracks to deep powder, thisis the resort that has it all. Award-winning Nordic trails mix withsome o the best tree-skiing in Canada. And or boarders, thedry Okanagan powder, mild temps and sunshine are just what

    you need. At mid-mountain, its like youve stepped back in timeto a colourul ski-in/ski-outVictorian-style village . Kids will lovethe tubing, skating, sleigh rides, and even reworks. This winterwonderland almost seems too good to be true.

    skisilverstar.com

    RUNS:115

    VERTICAL:760m (2,493t)

    TERRAIN:1,240ha (3,064ac)

    20% Beginner

    50% Intermediate

    30% Advanced

    Care or a boutique resort with remote wilderness? Youll ndit nestled between the Canadian Rockies and ancient PurcellMountains. Absorb Panoramas easy ambiance, walk throughthe village taking in beautiul views and breathe in the mountainair. Three quarters o the terrain is ideal or beginners andintermediates so Panorama is perect or amilies. More serious

    skiers can explore almost 405ha (1,000ac) obackcountry-styleterrain and some o North Americas biggest verticals. You caneven try heli-skiing they specialize in taking out rst-timers. Anddont orget the Nordic skiing and dogsledding . No matter whatyou do, an ater-slope soak is a must in Canadas largest slope-side hot pools. Ahhh, this is something you could get used to.

    panoramaresort.com

    RUNS:120

    VERTICAL: 1,220m (4,000t)

    TERRAIN:1,152ha (2,847ac)

    20% Beginner

    55% Intermediate

    25% Advanced

    SILVER STAR MOUNTAIN RESORTPANORAMA MOUNTAIN VILLAGE

    APEX MOUNTAIN RESORT MOUNT WASHINGTON ALPINE RESORT

    http://www.mountwashington.ca/http://www.apexresort.com/http://www.skisilverstar.com/http://www.panoramaresort.com/http://www.skisilverstar.com/http://www.panoramaresort.com/http://www.apexresort.com/http://www.mountwashington.ca/http://www.mountwashington.ca/http://www.apexresort.com/http://www.panoramaresort.com/http://www.skisilverstar.com/http://www.panoramaresort.com/http://www.skisilverstar.com/http://www.apexresort.com/http://www.mountwashington.ca/
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    Skiing and snowboarding at Whitewater arent just sports, theyre

    a way o lie. As soon as you hit NelsonsVictorian streets here yourealize this is as authentic a ski town experience as it gets.Cut resh tracks o deep, virgin powder. The short lit lines meanyou get to experience more o the epic steeps, bowls, glades andtwisted lines. Experienced skiers can have the ride of a lifetime whilebeginners can relax on gentle groomed runs and riendly bowls.Mellow and down to earth describes friendly locals. By the way, thecas and ood have become almost as legendary as this utopianmountain setting. And this season Whitewater is getting even better.With the new Glory Ridge chair comes 622 vertical metres (2042t)

    and 303ha (749ac) o additional ski terrain.

    In the heart o Kimberley lies the ultimate amily-riendly alpinedestination. Its a magical place to orget city lie, relax andrecharge in the Purcell Mountains. Beginner skiers and boarderswill instantly bond with the meticulously groomed powder trailson the ront side o the mountain. Tree-lovers will enjoy the

    hundreds o acres ogladed skiable terrain. Consistent snowconditions, incredibly short lit lines and seemingly endless sunnydays make this a skiers playground. To top it o, dogsledding,ice skating, snowshoeing and live music will lure you to oneo many ski-in/ski-out accommodations in this charmingamily resort.

    skikimberley.com

    RUNS:112

    VERTICAL: 751m (2,464t )

    TERRAIN:728ha (1,800ac)

    20% Beginner

    42% Intermediate

    38% Advanced

    skiwhitewater.com

    Known as the big mountain with the small town eel, tree skiing iswhat puts this laidback resort on the map. Follow the sun all day longwith 360-degree fall lines spread across 2 mountains. Ski amazinglydiverse terrain with amous vertical, powder-packed bowls andgroomed runs. There are enough big lines, glades and chutes tokeep all levels o skiers and boarders busy. Try your daredevil skillson a gravity-deying 6m (20t) wall just one challenge at the terrainpark lled with jumps, rails and an amazing boardercross course.Or slow the pace a little with plenty o winding cross-country andsnowshoe trails. The un doesnt stop here ater so much resh air

    its time to celebrate and meet people rom all over the world ateasygoing aprs ski bars and restaurants.

    redresort.com

    RUNS:88

    VERTICAL: 880m (2,887t)

    TERRAIN:682ha (1,685ac)

    15% Beginner

    40% Intermediate

    45% Advanced

    RUNS:56

    VERTICAL: 622m (2,042t)

    TERRAIN:781ha (1,929ac)

    15% Beginner

    35% Intermediate

    50% Advanced

    Renowned as a destination or th ose who love big mountainskiing, this winter is Kicking Horses 10th anniversary andthe resort is opening a 4th alpine bowl to celebrate! Nestledamongst 3 mountain ranges and surrounded by 6 immensenational parks, the views leave thrill-seekers breathless. Takein an awe-inspiring mix o chutes, glades and steeps all set in

    soft, deep powder. The massive vertical means top-to-bottomskiing is the order o the day but you also have the chance toski groomed beginner slopes too. Plus there is Canadas mostelevated dining experience, the Eagles Eye Restaurant, withspectacular views rom an eye-popping elevation o 2,350m(7,710t). When you put the skis away, make sure to skate ortube with your amily at the base o the mountain. kickinghorseresort.com

    RUNS:120

    VERTICAL: 1,260m (4,133t)

    TERRAIN:1,113+ha (2,800+ac)

    20% Beginner

    20% Intermediate

    60% Advanced

    KICKING HORSE MOUNTAIN RESORT KIMBERLEY ALPINE RESORT

    RED MOUNTAIN RESORT WHITEWATER SKI RESORT

    http://www.skikimberley.com/http://www.skiwhitewater.com/http://www.redresort.com/http://www.kickinghorseresort.com/http://www.kickinghorseresort.com/http://www.skikimberley.com/http://www.redresort.com/http://www.skiwhitewater.com/http://www.skiwhitewater.com/http://www.redresort.com/http://www.skikimberley.com/http://www.kickinghorseresort.com/http://www.kickinghorseresort.com/http://www.redresort.com/http://www.skiwhitewater.com/http://www.skikimberley.com/
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    Get the most out o your ski vacation this winter! RevelstokeMountain Resort is the only destination where youll fnd thehighest lit-serviced vertical in North America, snow-cat skiing,

    heli-skiing and backcountry skiing rom one village base. Nomatter what you decide, infnite powder and endless vertical willmore than satisy. The terrain options are endless. Ski majesticalpine bowls, legendary tree glades, a continuous all line andloty rolling groomers. Need more? Feel your pulse start to racewith another hal-million acres o snow-cat and heli-skiing terrain.The town o Revelstoke oers restaurants, shops and cas toround out this destination that has an undeniable love o theshred. This mecca or adventure skiing is waiting or you. revelstokemountainresort.com

    RUNS:52

    VERTICAL: 1,713m (5,620t)

    TERRAIN:1,227ha (3,031ac)

    10% Beginner

    43% Intermediate

    47% Advanced

    REVELSTOKE MOUNTAIN RESORT

    Each one o our 13 ski resorts has had accolades bestowed upon it rom the worlds premier ski and travel publications.So youre sure to end up with an award-winning resortno matter which one you choose.

    WHISTLER BLACKCOMB:

    Voted Best Overall Resort in North America or

    13 consecutive years

    Skiing Magazine (2009)

    BIG WHITE SKI RESORT:

    Voted Best Snow in North America by readers

    Cond Nast Traveler (2008)

    SUN PEAKS RESORT:

    Best Ski-in/Ski-out Villages

    Ski Canada Magazine (2009)

    FERNIE ALPINE RESORT:

    One o North Americas Top 15 Ski Resorts

    Outside (2008)

    PANORAMA MOUNTAIN VILLAGE:

    Best Air Buddy in a New World

    (Show O Terrain Park)

    Ski Canada Magazine (2009)

    SILVER STAR MOUNTAIN RESORT:

    Best Place to Learn rom the Pros

    Ski Canada Magazine (2005)

    APEX MOUNTAIN RESORT:

    Best Gem o a Resort

    Ski Canada Magazine (2009)

    MOUNT WASHINGTON

    ALPINE RESORT:

    Home o Canadas Deepest Snowpack

    Ski Canada Magazine (2007)

    KICKING HORSE

    MOUNTAIN RESORT:

    One o Top 5 Biggest Vertical (West)

    Ski Canada Magazine (2009)

    KIMBERLEY ALPINE RESORT:

    Favorite Overall Resort in the Pacifc Northwest

    Onthesnow.com Visitors Choice Awards (2009)

    RED MOUNTAIN RESORT:

    Best Authentic and Funky Resort Experience

    SBCs 2008-2009 Ski and Snowboard Resort Guide

    WHITEWATER WINTER RESORT:

    Top Bets or Best Powder

    Ski Canada Magazine (2009)

    REVELSTOKE MOUNTAIN RESORT:

    Best Downhill Terrain in the Pacifc Northwest

    Onthesnow.com Visitors Choice Awards (2009)

    RESORT ACCOLADES

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    MORE REASONS TO PLAY

    IN THE SNOWOur slopes are awash with a mix

    o exhilarating activities and

    amily un. Strap on a pair o

    snowshoes and make resh tracks

    on tree-lined trails. Have a tubing

    race or go tobogganing. Orplough through powder, Nordic

    style, in a dogsled.

    SKI, SNOWBOARD AND...

    SHOPBrowse through boutiques, or

    shop non-stop till you drop. Check

    out everything rom souvenirs to

    sporting equipment, resh produce

    to Aboriginal art and trendy urban

    wear that is the latest in ski chic.

    THE PAMPER AFTER THE

    POWDERNeed to recover rom the days

    adrenaline-pumping action?

    Escape to a luxury spa. Let your

    tiredness slip away as expert

    therapists pamper your mind,

    body and spirit with an array o

    rejuvenating treatments like

    massages, ull body wraps and

    acupuncture.

    ALL THAT SKIING WILL LEAVE

    YOU HUNGRY FOR MOREThe restaurants that dot our village

    streets oer easts or your taste

    buds as well as your eyes. Take

    your pick rom award-winning

    restaurants with global wine

    lists to hearty local are at streetside cas (with complimentary

    mountain views provided by

    Mother Nature).

    HOT NIGHT SPOTS TO

    WARM YOU UPTrade in your ski boots or

    dancing shoes and join revellers,

    riends and ellow skiers or a

    party to remember. On the other

    hand, i youd preer a relaxing

    wine or chilled cocktailyou

    could hang out at a local pubater hanging up your skis or

    the day.

    SKI TOWNS THAT FEEL LIKE

    A WINTER FAIRY TALECatch breathtaking views o

    snow-kissed mountain peaks

    as you stroll down our charm-

    laden village streets. Check out

    restaurants, pubs, markets and

    shops that are a mere snowballs

    throw away rom one another.

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    OFF THE SLOPES

    Ater a big day at the slopes, it s time or a big night out. BCs 13 resorts are home to some o thebest aprs ski youll ever experience. Join the un as the evening kicks into high gear or shakeo the days excitement by slipping into something more relaxing. Either way, youre sure to enjoyan aprs ski adventure thats as celebrated as our slopes.

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    Need a quick ski or snowboard x while youre in Vancouver?Hit one or all three o the local mountains or spectacularviews and great runs within 35 minutes o the city.

    Cypress Mountain, the reestyle ski and snowboard venue

    or the 2010 Winter Games, has the most terrain and greatestvertical o Vancouvers hills.

    Grouse Mountain has great all lines on its back runs makingit an ideal choice on powder days and two terrain parks thatare also must-hits.

    Mount Seymour is aavourite or snow-lledadventure among localriders, with wall hits, hipsand drops fowing easilyrom the lit. For amily

    un, dont miss the SnowTube Park.

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    SKI AREA LOCATION WEBSITE

    Shames Mountain Terrace shamesmountain.ca

    Hudson Bay Mountain Smithers hudsonbaymountain.com

    Murray Ridge Ski Area Fort St. James murrayridge.com

    Powder King Mountain Resort Mackenzie powderking.com

    Bear Mountain Ski Hill Dawson Creek bearmountainskihill.ca

    Tabor Mountain Ski Resort Prince George tabormountain.com

    Purden Ski Village Prince George purden.com

    Troll Ski Resort Quesnel trollskiresort.comMount Timothy Ski Area Lac la Hache skitimothy.com

    Mount Cain Woss mountcain.com

    SKI AREA LOCATION WEBSITE

    Hemlock Resort Agassiz/Mission hemlockvalleyresort.com

    Crystal Mountain Westbank (West Kelowna) crystalresort.com

    Harper Mountain Kamloops harpermountain.com

    Summit Lake Nakusp skisummitlake.com

    Fairmont Hot Springs Ski Area Fairmont Hot Springs airmonthotsprings.com

    Manning Park Resort Manning Provincial Park manningpark.com

    Mount Baldy Oliver/Osoyoos skibaldy.com

    Phoenix Mountain Grand Forks skiphoenix.comSalmo Ski Hill Salmo skisalmo.com

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    BC has many other ski hills and resorts scattered throughout the province. These hills are playgrounds waiting to be discovered.Take a road trip and seek out a brand new adventure. See map on page 3.

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    LOCAL VANCOUVER SKI AREAS

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    http://www.shamesmountain.com/http://www.hudsonbaymountain.com/http://www.murrayridge.com/http://www.powderking.com/http://www.bearmountainskihill.ca/http://www.tabormountain.com/http://www.purden.com/http://www.trollskiresort.com/http://www.skitimothy.com/http://www.mountcain.com/http://www.hemlockvalleyresort.com/http://www.crystalresort.com/http://www.harpermountain.com/http://www.skisummitlake.com/http://www.fairmonthotsprings.com/http://www.manningpark.com/http://www.skibaldy.com/http://www.skiphoenix.com/http://www.skisalmo.com/http://www.grousemountain.com/http://www.cypressmountain.com/http://www.mountseymour.com/http://www.cypressmountain.com/http://www.mountseymour.com/http://www.cypressmountain.com/http://www.grousemountain.com/http://www.mountseymour.com/http://www.mountseymour.com/http://www.grousemountain.com/http://www.cypressmountain.com/http://www.mountseymour.com/http://www.cypressmountain.com/http://www.grousemountain.com/http://www.skisalmo.com/http://www.skiphoenix.com/http://www.skibaldy.com/http://www.manningpark.com/http://www.fairmonthotsprings.com/http://www.skisummitlake.com/http://www.harpermountain.com/http://www.crystalresort.com/http://www.hemlockvalleyresort.com/http://www.mountcain.com/http://www.skitimothy.com/http://www.trollskiresort.com/http://www.purden.com/http://www.tabormountain.com/http://www.bearmountainskihill.ca/http://www.powderking.com/http://www.murrayridge.com/http://www.hudsonbaymountain.com/http://www.shamesmountain.com/
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    HELI SKIING

    BACKCOUNTRY SKIING

    CAT SKIING

    CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING(NORDIC)

    90% o the worlds heli-skiing takesplace in BC and its not because we have

    more helicopters. The glacial climate,vast wilderness and abundance opowder snow, make this area absolutelyideal. In BC, the sky is literally the limit.

    HelloBC.com/heliskiing

    First tracks take on a whole newmeaning when cat-skiing in BC. They

    could be the rst tracks ever. Yourlicensed guide will transport you tohigh alpine slopes with spectacularviews. Ater a day o cat-skiing youmight have a tough time getting thatsmile o your ace.

    HelloBC.com/catskiing

    Leave the lits behind or snow thatsuntracked, super dry and waiting. BC hasmore than two-dozen backcountry hutsand commercially operated lodges withplenty o wilderness areas to explore.Beore skiing on backcountry trails, itsimportant to ollow all necessary saetyprocedures. Expert guides who know

    the terrain are the way to go orworry-ree thrills.

    HelloBC.com/backcountry

    The problem with downhill skiing isthat youre going too ast to take inall the amazing scenery. And thereslots o it. Cross-country skiing in BCeatures amazing views, encounterswith all kinds o wildlie (the cute kind)and a whole lot o quiet.

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    SKI ACTIVITIES

    In BC, skiing isnt just skiing. There are many dierent types beyonddownhill. They all share a ew things in commonresh BCmountain air, phenomenal snow and views, and are best enjoyed

    with your avourite ski buddies (riends and/or amily).

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    DOG SLEDDING

    SNOWMOBILING

    SNOWSHOEING

    TUBING/TOBOGGANING

    Dog sledding is a unique way or youto explore BCs wilderness in winter.

    Gliding quietly along snow-coveredtrails, the sleds are pulled by teamso enthusiastic dogs and oer amemorable backcountry experience.Scenery along the route can includemountain views, rozen lakes orpowder-lled meadows.

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    BC provides the trails, powder andpristine winter scenery or one o

    North Americas astest-growing wintersports. Fasten on a pair o snowshoesand wander our trails at your ownpace. Its perect or amilies seekinga resh air activity, adventurers wantinga cardio workout and outdoor lovers.

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    Snowmobilers have plenty o placesto play in BC. We have a wide varietyo terrain, including groomed trails,massive glaciers and hillsides toppedwith resh snow. Beginners can zip alongestablished routes, while advancedsledders will revel in steep and remoteriding areas.

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    Relive those childhood winter dayshurtling down a hill on a crazycarpet. BC is slider heaven withvarious designated toboggan areasand snow-tube parks. Enjoy the thrilland excitement o sliding down thehill on a toboggan or in a speciallydesigned tube.

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    WINTER ACTIVITIES

    Theres more to BC mountains than just skiing and snowboarding.During your vacation, why not mix it up and take advantage o theabundant winter activities available throughout BC, many o which

    can be enjoyed at your avorite resort or ski area.

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    INFORMATION FOR VISITORS

    PASSPORT INFORMATION

    For all travel into Canada, visitors must present their passports (or accepted documents like NEXUS cards).For updates, please visit the Canada Border Services Agency website at www.cbsa-asc.gc.ca

    For individuals travelling rom the United States to Canada, please visit the Department o State website atwww.travel.state.gov

    KEY TRAVEL INFORMATION

    For important inormation regarding currency exchange, customs, and other travel inormation, please checkout www.HelloBC.com/travelinormation

    DEPARTURE LOCATION & FLIGHT DURATION TO VANCOUVER

    Chicago 4 hours & 26 minutes

    Dallas 4 hours & 15 minutes

    Denver 2 hours & 56 minutes

    LA 2 hours & 45 minutes

    ROADS, ROUTES & RAIL

    For driving routes, road conditions, and inormation on border delays in BC, please visit www.DriveBC.ca

    Rocky Mountaineer, VIA Rail and Amtrack all o er scheduled trips to destinations within the province.For more inormation on rail travel options, please visit www.HelloBC.com/railtravel

    NEAR ME BC APP

    HelloBC.com has details or more than 4,000 activities, attractions, restaurants and accommodations in BritishColumbia. Download the ree Near Me BC app and you can easily get that same inormation with your iPhoneor iPod touch. Near Me BC can even determine your current location and present you with inormation about

    whats nearest you at that moment. To nd out more, please visit www.HelloBC.com/app

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    Links and reerences to any other websites are provided or inormation only and listing shall not be taken as endorsement o any kind. The Province o British Columbia isnot responsible or the content or reliability o the linked websites and does not endorse the content, products, services or views expressed within them.

    2010 Province o British Columbia. Registered Trademark o the Province o British Columbia.

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    PLAN YOUR

    BC SKI VACATION

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    Montreal 5 hours & 20 minutes

    New York 5 hours & 50 minutes

    San Francisco 2 hours & 14 minutes

    Toronto 4 hours & 56 minutes

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