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WB Whistler Blackcomb Magazine 2005-2006

The WB Whistler Blackcomb Magazine for the 2005/2006 season.
Table of Contents:
10 Dropping In - Whistler Blackcomb's historic anniversary year.
12 Quick Hits - What's new this year, plus info on demos, ski schools, rentals and a full event calendar.
20 Family Focus - From the new Tube Park and Family Zones to the Whistler Kids program, Whistler Blackcomb has something for everyone.
24 Striving for Sustainability: Whistler Blackcomb's quest for environmental excellence.
26 Summer Adventure at its Peak - Biking, hiking and sightseeing high in Whistler's alpine.
28 WB Magazine's Food and Drink "Best Of" list.
30 The Science of Snow Reporting - A day in the life of Anton Horvath, avalanche forecaster.
34 Maintaining the Highest Level - It's all in the grooming.
36 A Tale of Three Retailers - Can-Ski, Westbeach and Showcase Snowboards
40 Dual Mountain Milestone - An Olympic dream grows into at 40th birthday for Whistler and 25th for Blackcomb.
46 Big Mountain Adventure - Pros describe some of their best days even on Whistler Blackcomb from Air Jordan and Spanky's Ladder to the new Peak to Creek Zone.
52 Exposed - WB Magazine's photo feature.
58 - Essential Equipment - Our 2005-06 gear guide.
80 - Local Knowledge - Some of the mountains' best kept secrets.
Includes information on: Whistler Blackcombs anniversaries, upgrades on the ski hills, building the Whistler Sliding Centre, the World Ski and Snowboard Festival's 10th anniversary, Whistler Blackcomb Ski Schools, things to do in and around Whistler, sustainability efforts, summer events, food and drinks in Whistler, the science of snow reporting, how the mountain is groomed, three ski retailers (Can-Ski, Westbeach and The Shop), some pros describe their favourite spots on the mountains to ski, a photo collection from the Whistler Blackcomb area, a guide to buying new ski gear, and a local's knowledge section about the best ski runs.

Community Input

  • MACLAURIN_2017_011-008-031
  • File
  • 1999 - 2004
  • Part of Don MacLaurin

Documents concerning community input in the RMOW. The file includes correspondence; survey questions; comment forms; activity charts and data tables. One item of correspondence includes a list of nominations for Legends of Whistler.

Whistler - The Magazine, Winter 1987

Whistler-themed magazine, published by Paul Burrows, containing the following articles:
"Shopping Around the Valley: A potpourri of gifts, treats, and activities available from the merchants of Whistler"
"A Skier's Guide to the Dual Mountains: For the uninitiated, an introduction to skiing opportunities on Whistler Mountain and Blackcomb Mountain"
"A Collection of Whistler Snowbirds: Artist Isobel MacLaurin prepared these works in watercolour and ink of the winged wildlife of winter"
"A Taste of Whistler: Six of Whistler's finest chefs and a selection of their dishes make us a composite Coast Mountain meal"
"For the Love of Nordic Skiing: The Lost Lake cross-country trail system will be longer and better groomed than ever this year"
"The Whistler Resort Guide: Twenty-four pages of everything you ever wanted to know about Whistler"
"Ecosign: Whistler's mountain design company: Sophisticated, comprehensive planning in a highly specialized field has established Ecosign as a world leader in ski area design."
"Backcountry Skiing: Heaven or Hell?: Peter Chrzanowski has had a few close calls while ski mountaineering. He has some wise advice for those with a desire to venture off the beaten track."
"Behind the Scenes: A few candid shots of some of the people who make Whistler work"
"101 Things To Do, or how I spent my Summer in Whistler: There's a lot more to this resort than just skiing, as this overview of summer activities reveals"
"A Summer Side of Life: A collection of photographs to warm the insides on a winter's evening"

Duplicate copy in same folder.

Week of July 13, 1982

Photographs including but not limited to podium; construction; windsurfing Alta Lake; rafting; mass; bridge; cycling road race; hotel interiors; children's activities; hiking; river; horses
Appears in July 22, 1982 issue:
02-278-148. Pg. 8. Caption: [top] Delta Mountain Inn's General Manager John Pope surveys the main lobby of the hotel as workmen add finishing touches.
02-278-162. Pg. 9. Caption: [top] The guest rooms at Mountain Inn feature luxurious appointments, including original artwork. This one was decorated in tones of royal blue with beige and rose bright lights.
02-278-198. Pg. 13. Caption: [top] Rain or shine, kids can have fun.
02-278-183. Pg. 13. Caption: [middle] Rain or shine, kids can have fun.
02-278-206. Pg. 13. Caption: [bottom left] Rain or shine, kids can have fun.
02-278-185. Pg. 13. Caption: [bottom right] Rain or shine, kids can have fun.
Appears in July 15, 1982 issue:
02-278-15. Pg. 3. Caption: Crunch and gobble -- out goes the old wooden bridge over Miller Creek to make way for the new culvert. Westside Road was closed Tuesday, July 13 to allow for the construction.
02-278-24. Pg. 5. Caption: In honour of the first annual 'sailpast' of the newly formed 'Whistler Yacht Club', Commodore Jan Holberg takes the salute as the motley array of boats passes the reviewing stand on July 12.
02-278-40. Pg. 6. Caption: With the families and godparents gathered together, Rev. Ed Wallace recites the baptism service to the Roberts family (left) and the MacKenzies on the occasion of the christening of their children on July 10.
02-278-8. Pg. 7. Caption: [top] Top three finishers in the Molson Whistler Bike Race step up and take their bows after a tough two days of riding. From left to right are second-place finisher Tom Broznowsxi, first-place Ross Chafe, and third-place Beau Pulfer.
02-278-123. Pg. 7. Caption: [middle] Molson Whistler Bike Race
02-278-113. Pg. 7. Caption: [bottom left] Molson Whistler Bike Race
02-278-94. Pg. 7. Caption: [bottom right] Molson Whistler Bike Race
02-278-173. Pg. 8. Caption: Under a Rest lifted their voices in perfect harmony to give Whistlerites a taste of a cappella singing on Friday, July 9.
02-278-60. Pg. 9. Caption: Phil Anderson of West Point Cycles could have stolen the show in the Celebrity Race with this two-star wheelie. Celebrities, including Whistler's Mayor Pat Carleton tested their skills on similar race vehicles during the Sunday afternoon race.
02-278-64. Pg. 14. Caption: [left] Ash Dhanani, Sales Rep, Burnaby.
02-278-61. Pg. 14. Caption: [middle] Jean Doench, Teacher, Toronto.
02-278-54. Pg. 14. Caption: [right] Ellen Hodge, Federal government employee, Port Coquitlam.

Molson World Downhill 1982 Magazine

The Molson World Downhill (Whistler Mountain, February 27, 1982) magazine.
Table of Contents:
2 Canadian Alpine Ski Team
3 Premier's Message
4 Mr. Eric Molson's Message, Dr. Peter Andrew's Message
6 Acknowledgements
8 Organizing Committee, World Cup Rules, Schedule of Events
10-11 World Cup to Date
13 Competitors Picture Page
15 Ken Read Story, "This is Whistler" Section
18 The Course
20 1981 Final World Cup Standings
22 Skiing for Medals, National Team Coach John Ritchie
26 The Competitors
28 Race Results Chart
28 How to Watch the Race

Includes information on the story of the World Cup Race, the World Cup rules, the Schedule of Events, past World Cup results, the top competitors, an article on the resort town of Whistler, and article on downhill skiing by Ken Read, map of the course, an article about Molson skiing and information about how and where to watch the race.