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WA_2015_026-01-03 · File · 1983
Part of Mike Hurst Fonds

Whistler-themed magazine, published by Paul Burrows, containing the following articles:
"From the Bottom of our Heart: Is there a life after centralization?" by Glenda Bartosh
"Dave Murray: Nice Guys Finish First: Insights into this young ski racer who believed winning wasn't everything" by Anita Webster
"Wesman: A splash of color...a dash of design - unorthodox ski impressions by Whistler's newest resident artist, ken Wesman" by Glenda Bartosh
"Searching Out the Lost Souls: When man tangles with nature and loses, it's Whistler's search and rescue team that does the bailing out" by Craig Spence
"Best of Whistler: A few good laughs at Whistler under the sacrosanct magnifying glass" by B. Turner
"Warm it up this Winter: Foxy furs a la West Coast still hold their own against Whistler's wintery nip"
"Whistler Valley Map & Service Guide: To put you on the spot"
"How To Find It: From dog catchers to babysitters...a comprehensive service directory guaranteed to put you in touch"
"Top of the Table: Whistler offers you the fairest of dining fare"
"A Parting Note: Mountains wrapped in ermine white...it all begins with a first frost" by John Bartosik

WA_2015_026-01-01 · File · 1982
Part of Mike Hurst Fonds

Whistler-themed magazine, published by Paul Burrows, containing the following articles:
"The view from here" by Paul Burrows
"Don't leave Whistler without... : A few must-do suggestions" by Michael Maloney
"Jumping the gaps of time and space: Welcome to the world of heli-skiing" by Michael Maloney
"Somewhere over the rainbow: The dreams of Whistler's oldest resident" by Glenda Bartosh
"Keeping an eye on Whistler: And keeping both eyes on three of its finest photographers" by Glenda Bartosh
"The World comes to Whistler: Excitement mounts for two of the greatest races on earth" by Paul Burrows
"Kings of the mountain: Stefan Ples, Franz Wilhelmsen, and their views from the top" by Michael Maloney
"Twin Lakes... Twin living: A dash of urbane in the middle of the mountains" by Glenda Bartosh
"Fashion on the up and up: A Vancouver ski wear company takes to the slopes"
"How to find it: Doctors, lawyers, dog catchers...your guide to finding it in Whistler"
"Maps - for the skier... : A bird's eye view of both mountains"
"...and for the shopper: Finding your way through Whistler Village"

WA_2015_026-01-02 · File · 1983
Part of Mike Hurst Fonds

Whistler-themed magazine, published by Paul Burrows, containing the following articles:
"A Bloomin' New Season: An injection of confidence, and Whistler Springs forward" by Glenda Bartosh
"Jim McConkey: Diamond in the Rough" by Anita Webster
"The House of Zube: A fantastical adventure in living, built on all natural ingredients" by Glenda Bartosh
"Fore! : Play it again, Arnold - on Whistler's scintillating new 18-hole golf course" by Craig Spence
"Summer Footnotes: Tromping through sweet alpine meadows, sailing away on an Alta Lake breeze... Whistler's got the cures for summertime blues"
"Whistler Valley Map & Service Guide"
"How To Find It: From dog catchers to babysitters... a comprehensive service directory guaranteed to put you in touch"
"Top of the Table: Whistler offers you the fairest of the dining fare"
"Village Map: A detailed guide for making your way around Whistler Village"
"A Parting Note" Photo by John Bartosik

Whistler - The Magazine
WA_2015_026-01 · Series · 1982-1989
Part of Mike Hurst Fonds

Whistler - The Magazine editions spanning from 1982-1989. The magazines feature stories about Whistler locals and Whistler's history, shopping guides, accommodation guides, village maps, and ads from local businesses.

Week of September 13, 1984
WQ-2-417 · File · September 13, 1984
Part of Whistler Question

Photographs including but not limited to pouring cement; baseball; firefighters; construction; drinking; Brummet modelling t-shirt; portraits; Birthday party; Whistler Conference Centre
Appears in September 13, 1984 issue:
02-417-B-17. Pg. 1. Caption: [top left] John Johnston, deputy minister, Lands, Parks and Housing.
02-417-A-2. Pg. 1. Caption: [right] Sunday morning the Whistler fire dept. cut a hole in a burning Alpine Meadows house, attempting to release combustible gas.
02-417-A-32. Pg. 1. Caption: [bottom left] WLC director Wendy MacDonald shared the story of her successful career Sept. 7 with Women of Whistler, a group established for professional and business women in the community. MacDonald is president of B.C. Bearing Engineers Ltd. and was recently named Canadian Businesswoman of the Year.
02-417-C-3. Pg. 3. Caption: [bottom] Conference Centre worker Helene Patenaude was de-shingling its roof Monday, while elsewhere dormers were in the first stages of construction. See Conference Centre special report, page 12.
02-417-A-10. Pg. 7. Caption: Dr. Peter Oberlander, winner of the Rotary Club of Whistler lottery for a lifetime dual mountain pass, was presented his prize Friday by Lorne Borgal, president of Whistler Mountain Ski Corporation, and Hugh Smythe, president of Blackcomb Skiing Enterprises. Oberlander, a University of British Columbia professor and director of human settlement for the United Nations, spoke to Rotarians at their weekly luncheon, on his own experiences in this area since he first visited Diamond Head at Easter, 1950. Oberlander recalled the trip by water to Britannia Beach from Horseshoe Bay, and from Britannia to Sqaumish by jeep. In the 1960's, Oberlander assisted Keg owner George Tidal in laying out his restaurant on Alta Lake. Later, Oberlander helped plan what was to be the Olympic townsite, and has since then been a frequent and enthusiastic weekender here. Winning the lifetime pass, he said, is "in many ways a crowning achievement" to his three decade-long familiarity with the area.
02-417-A-5. Pg. 8. Caption: Umpire Jerry Kazman keeps a close eye on all plays as Team Gangrene outfielder hits a long drive to left field in the Longhorn slo-pitch tournament Sunday.
02-417-B-12. Pg. 9. Caption: Whistler residents Lee MacLaurin and Ian Mounsey were wed Saturday in a ceremony at Tyrol Lodge. Lee is the daughter of Isobel and Don MacLaurin of Whistler, and Ian is the son of Ken and Sylvia Mounsey of Galiano Island. Best man at the wedding was Jim Lang, while Lee's sisters Sue and Jill were bridesmaids. Marriage Commissioner Joan Hinds of Squamish performed the ceremony and guests at the Tyrol Lodge reception were treated to a topographic wedding cake sculpted in the form of Whistler Mountain and decorated with a pair of "ski-niks" and candy trees. Lee started a family tradition by wearing the same dress mother Isobel wore at her wedding 26 years ago.
02-417-B-24. Pg. 12. Caption: Tony Brummet, Land, Parks and Housing minister, officially opened the Black Tusk Village subdivision Saturday. The 94 strata-lot subdivision was built to provide a new home for former residents of Garibaldi, which in 1981 was declared hazardous because of the Barrier, a rock face nearby. Brute, centre, was assisted by LPH regional director Al Rhodes, left, and Nelson Bastien, chairman of the Garibaldi Ratepayers' Association.
02-417-D-9. Pg. 17. Caption: The summer students hired by Whistler Resort Association said goodbye last week following a season-long series of performances in Whistler Village. (From left to right) Rob McQuaid, Mike McQuaid, Karen Overgaard and Rick Johnson were four of the university and community college students who helped create a festive atmosphere in the village this summer. WRA summer students who were absent include Kimberley Paulley, David Lyford, Paul Ciechanowski, Kristine Keil and Susan Mathew.
02-417-D-15. [Around the table from left to right: Pat Hocking, Jane Burrows, unknown, Pauline Wiebe, Ray Wiebe, unknown, unknown, Glenda Bartosh, unknown, Paul Burrows, and Ken Pope]
02-417-D-016. [From left to right: Sue Neilson, unknown, Tim [?] (chef at Araxi), Pauline Wiebe, and Ray Wiebe]

Week of September 13, 1982
WQ-2-304 · File · September 13, 1982
Part of Whistler Question

Photographs including but not limited to Fall Festival; running; trampolining; dancing; houses; Whistler Village; musicians playing; meal at a restaurant; Resort Municipality of Whistler sign; baseball; Myrtle Philip; Pat Carleton; railway track; Willie Whistler; car accident; go-karts; bouncy castle; children's events in Whistler Village; drinking; Fall Fest
Appears in September 30, 1982 issue:
02-304-22. Pg. 18. Caption: Pat Beauregard holds a handful of the mushrooms desirable for export.
Appears in September 23, 1982 issue:
02-304-161. Pg. 2. Caption: [top] Don Murray, newly appointed controller for food and beverage service for Whistler Mountain Ski Corp. Murray was formerly Assistant to the General Manager and has worked for the mountain since 1975.
02-304-19. Pg. 2. Caption: [bottom] Frank Lees, and his partner Sherie Dumont, new managers of food and beverage service at the Bavarian Inn. Before coming to Whistler Lees and Dumont worked for Canadian Cruise Lines.
02-304-24. Pg. 3. Caption: [bottom] Jaan DiLalla -- new manager of Crystal Lodge Town & Country Inn.
Appears in September 16, 1982 issue:
02-304-119. Pg. 1. Caption: [top left] Gumboot Lollipop gets a helping hand
02-304-276. Pg. 1. Caption: [top right] Delta Duck and Willie Whistler tee up
02-304-312. Pg. 1. Caption: [bottom right] and Two waiters roll through the waiter/waitress race during Fall Festival fun. More festival news and views page 2 and 7.
02-304-237. Pg. 2. Caption: Tapley's A's player streaks over home plate as a Pemberton Zipperhead fumbles the ball. Tapeless went on to win the game but came in fourth in the tournament.
02-304-172. Pg. 3. Caption: Workment repair warped boards on the Sports & Convention Centre roof to prevent further damage to the structure. According to Ken Browes, director for the Land Company, the repairs cost less than $5000. Browns did not know what further action would be taken to repair the roff, since no settlement has yet been reached as to whether the Land Company's or the architect's insurance will pay for the final repairs.
02-304-34. Pg. 6. Caption: [left] Don Gamache, MDC lot owner.
02-304-11. Pg. 7. Caption: [top left] Shasta Trampoline Club members soared.
02-304-110. Pg. 7. Caption: [middle left] Whistler children folk and troupe danced
02-304-346. Pg. 7. Caption: [top right] kids anticipated winter in snowflake drawing contest
02-304-49. Pg. 7. Caption: [middle centre] while Whistlerites proved what goes up must come down.
02-304-50 Pg. 7. Caption: [middle right] Waiters and waitresses raced
02-304-382. Pg. 7. Caption: [bottom left] and Terry Boston lauded the lowly duck
02-304-329. Pg. 7. Caption: [bottom middle] Waiters and waitresses raced.
02-304-401. Pg. 7. Caption: [bottom right] Edelweiss Dance Group from Victoria chopped. It was all going on at Whistler's second Fall Festival.
02-304-91. Pg. 8. Caption: Whistler Mayor Pat Carleton and Howe Sound MLA Allan Williams take in some of the scenery in Lost Lake Park. They were enrolee to the Sept. 11th official opening of the 500-acre recreational area.
02-304-74. Pg. 10. Caption: All in their places with bright shiny faces Myrtle Philip kindergarten class lines up before the 1st day of school.
02-304-133. Pg. 11. Caption: Dinner for two is delayed while Stuart Chyne learns about the finer points of playing the horn from Gumboot Lollipop at the beer garden in Whistler Village Sunday.
02-304-269. Pg. 12. Caption: Myrtle Philip cuts the opening ribbon held by Health Care Society Chairman Rollie Horsey Sept. 12.
02-304-250. Pg. 13. Caption: One of the vehicles which helped wipe out both signals at the Green River railway crossing -- a 1979 Ferrari which was driven by Brent Freitag of Vancouver.
02-304-024. [Jan DiLalla]
02-304-033. [Don Gamache]
02-304-072. [Left to Right: Paul Burrows and Bob Brown]
02-304-147. [Fourth child from the left is Jillian Carpay]
02-304-164. [Anita Webster and Doug Mear]
02-304-167. [The Cowsills band]
02-304-168. [Tom Barrett dancing with an unknown woman]
02-304-171. [From left to right: [Shelly Corasario?], Grant Balmer, unknown, unknown, unknown, and Katie Rodgers]
02-304-172. [From left to right: Ken White, unknown, Tracy Morben, Ann Chiasson, and unknown]
02-304-199. [Barry Cowsills, of The Cowsills band]
02-304-201. [Paul Burrows and Ed "Fast Eddie" Zinkovic dancing]
02-304-202. [Sonya McCarthy dancing with [?] Bishop]
02-304-205. [From left to right: unknown, Charlie Doyle, Anita Webster, and Glenda Bartosh]
02-304-361. [The man second from the right is Tom Simister]
02-304-362. [Three talking in the centre are: unknown, Franz Carpay, and Liz Brown]
02-304-363. [The man on the left is Sid Young]
02-304-364. [The man on the far left is Roger Suszad, and the man on the far right is Greg [?]]
02-304-366. [From left to right: Sid Young, Charlie Doyle, David Boyle, unknown, and unknown]

Week of February 18, 1982
WQ-2-221 · File · February 18, 1982
Part of Whistler Question

Photographs including but not limited to cars; snowblowing; fire; firemen; Mercedes band playing; cross-country skiing; buses; Whistler Founder's Dinner
Appears in February 25, 1982 issue:
02-221-88. Pg. 14. Caption: Residence on Tyrol Crescent in Alta Vista stands as mute testimony to heavy snowfall.
Appears in February 18, 1982 issue:
02-221-19. Pg. 1. Caption: It was nearly one month to the day since fire raged through the Whistler Village Inn, when Whistler's Volunteer Fire Depart. was called out to a blazing cabin in Alpine Meadows.
02-221-58. Pg. 3. Caption: [bottom] Ken Farquharson of Sigma Consultants (far left) discusses details of the proposed Hydro line with Lyle Fetherstonbaugh.
02-221-82. Pg. 11. Caption: Testimony to the durability of the Toro snowblower. One wheel points to the sky but the machine is still in one piece after being struck and dragged 200 meters by a BCR train.
02-221-44. Pg. 14. Caption: Kermit Joins the happy gang at Stoney's who celebrated their first birthday Monday, Feb. 15. Ball team members are (l to r) Bruce Fox, manager; Jack Cram and Lance Fletcher who co-own the restaurant with Dick Gibbons; and Fetah Benali, chef.
02-221-50. Pg. 15. Caption: Doucette & Co. It was Jerry Doucette (right) all the way at the Mountain House Monday, Feb. 15 -- and the crowd knew it. Doucette rocked until the morning hours after a couple of hot sets from Mercedes.
02-221-87. Pg. 16. Caption: With the reddest of heart and fleetest of foot, a be-winged Cindy Woods turned into cupid for a day (guess which one) to deliver flowers throughout the valley for Valley Vines & Petals.
02-221-72. Pg. 18. Caption: [top left] Don Murray, Assistant to the General Manager, Whistler Mountain Ski Corporation, Pemberton Resident.
02-221-69. Pg. 18. Caption: [top middle] Debbie Cook, Adult Ed Coordinator, West Side Resident.
02-221-67. Pg. 18. Caption: [top right] Hugh Smythe, President of Blackcomb Skiing Enterprises, White Gold Resident.
02-221-65. Pg. 18. Caption: [bottom left] Paul Mathews, Ecosign Planners, Westside Resident.
02-221-74. Pg. 18. Caption: [bottom middle] Ross Smith, Manager of L'Apres, Gondola Area Resident.
02-221-63. Pg. 18. Caption: [bottom right] Bob Colebrook, writer, Alta Vista Resident.
02-221-23. Pg. 19. Caption: [left] Fire in Alpine!, The fire fighters subdued the blaze at 8340 Needles Drive in about 35 minutes.
02-221-9. Pg. 19. Caption: [right] Whistler's volunteer fire department was on the scene within minutes of receiving the call. They received a hot greeting (above right).
02-221-7. Pg. 20. Caption: [Sno Blo Advertisement]
02-221-91. Pg. 21. Caption: Spring comes early to Whistler Village. This large puddle appeared this week north of the Clock Tower.
02-221-84. Pg. 22. Caption: [bottom] Dr. Hugh Upjohn -- one of the partners in the Whistler Veterinary Clinic.
02-221-79. Pg. 23. Caption: All bagged up and ready to go -- Sue Spurrell, Dave Barnes, and Leslie Christmas, all from Newfoundland, try out the X-country skiing at Whistler Village wearing Blackcomb bags for protection.
02-221-101. Pg. 24. Caption: Bus depot? Nope -- Lake Placid Road on a typical Sunday afternoon. Crowds, busses and the usual on-slaught of skier traffic add up to a three-ring circus every weekend at 4:00 p.m.
02-221-41. Pg. 26. Caption: Maureen Reid of Mercedes always comes across as a hot crowd-pleaser and one listen to her gutsy Joplin-like voice will tell you why. Together with Dan Basrett (right), Greg Reid and Trevor Davies (not shown) she cranks out another adrenalin-loaded number.
02-221-58. [From left to right: Pauline Wiebe and Glenda Bartosh]

ZEB-04-003 · File · December, 1980-1983
Part of Walter Zebrowski

Footage of de-icing of TV station
Helicopter trips to the top of Sproatt
CBC feature report on the development of early Whistler, hosted by Laurier LaPierre, many locals were interviewed such as Walter Zebrowski, Pat Carleton, Jim McConkey, and others.