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GMCK-01-003 · File · 1997-2000
Part of Gordon McKeever Fonds

Four travel planners created by the Whistler Resort Association to promote both Winter and Summer seasons between 1997 and 2000. Three of the planners are from the 1997-2000 Winter seasons, and one is from 1999 promoting the Summer season.

The planners cover topics regarding tourism including, accommodation, shopping, activities, transportation, events and festivals, Whistler Blackcomb, recreation, family services, dining, tours and sightseeing, mountain and valley maps, ski school, après, the Conference Centre, directory listings, packages, reservations, advertiser listings, day trips, golf, fishing, water sports, snow sports, lift tickets, ski area comparisons, ski and snowboard races/competitions, rentals, transportation, and booking services.

Whistler Valley Map 1987
WA_2017_024-01 · Series · 1987
Part of Alison Hunter

Map of the Whistler Valley and Village with businesses identified on the map from 1987.

WA_2016_014-002-004 · Item · 2012
Part of Mary Newman Fonds

Whistler Traveller magazine from summer/fall 2012.
Table of Contents:
16 Whistler - Welcome to Sea to Sky Country
22 Before Whistler Was Whistler - A look back at Whistler's pioneers
32 Pure Whistler Adventures - Mountain playground for thrillseekers
37 Improving your Ride - Honing your mountain biking skills
40 Rainbow Lake Trail - Discover a treasure
44 Get on Board - Stand up paddleboarding
48 Black Beauties - Insight from Whistler's Bear Man
52 Tips from the Pros - Sharpening up your game with the local pros
59 Destination: Relaxation - Unplug, unwind and rejuvenate
66 Kitchen Q & A - Executive chef Stufano
69 Passion of the Sea - Discovering BC oysters
76 BC Wines - Your guide to the bes
80 Seeing Stars - Heavenly nights in Whistler
90 Winged Intelligence - Getting to know the clever ravens
92 RCMP - Law and order Canadian style
94 Pemberton - Discovering the fertile valley
96 Squamish - Exploring the outdoor recreation capital of Canada
106 Vancouver - The city
Local:
8, 10 Vibe - This 'n that ... Whistler style
12 Raves & Faves - A local's perspective
74 What We Love Now... - Try these!
Adventure:
26 Endless Activities - Your guide to adrenaline pumping fun from atv rides to ziplines
Taste:
62 Epicurean Indulgence - Where to go for everything from apres to artisan steak
Style:
84 Shopping - Check out the latest in fashion, art, gear and more
Calendar:
100 Whistler Events - What's happening
Where:
102 Local Maps - Find your way around Whistler Village and surrounding areas

Articles in the magazine include information on: sustainability, wildlife, Whistler amenities and things to do in the area, Whistler's pioneers, summer adventure activities, mountain biking, the Rainbow Trail, stand-up paddle-boarding, black bears, golf courses, spas in the Whistler area, recommended places to eat and drink, oysters, a BC wine guide, seeing the stars in the Whistler area, shopping in Whistler, Ravens, the RCMP, Pemberton, Squamish, a calendar of events and a map of Whistler Village.and an article about tourist attractions in Vancouver.

WA_2019_037-02-001 · File · 2005-2006
Part of Geoff Pearce

Whistler Blackcomb Vacation Guide booklet from the 2005/2006 Winter season. The booklet shares information about the ski and snowboard school, a trail map of all runs on Whistler Mountain and Blackcomb Mountain, an accommodations map, a calendar of Winter events, prices for accommodations, transportation fees, and activity fees. The back cover gives approximate flight prices from major Canadian and American cities.

WA_2015_026-01-05 · File · 1987
Part of Mike Hurst Fonds

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.

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_026-01-02 · 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

WA_2015_026-01-06 · File · 1989
Part of Mike Hurst Fonds

Whistler-themed magazine, published by Paul Burrows, containing the following articles:

"Whistler: A Resort for the 90s" by Larry McCallum
"Mountain Homes: Comforts of the high life" by Leanna Rath
"Night Life: Whistler is alive apres apres ski"
"Where to Turn: A guide to the challenges of dual mountain skiing" by Doug Sack
"Heli-Skiing: A new world of powder adventure beyond the lifts" by Brian Smith
"A Taste of Whistler: a gastronomic tour" by Leanna Rath
"Whistler Vision: a gallery of resident photographers"
"Off Season? What off season? : Whistler activities throughout the year"
"Summer Fun: A guide to Whistler's summer adventures"
"Dining Guide: A directory to 18 of Whistler's finest restaurants"
"Business and Health Directories"
"Potpourri: a selection of Whistler collectables"

WA_2015_026-01-04 · File · 1985
Part of Mike Hurst Fonds

Whistler-themed magazine, published by Paul Burrows, containing the following articles:
"A Letter From the Editor"
"Whistling Jack"
"A Town in the Making"
"Whistler Village - It's all by Design"
"Whistler Accommodation Guide"
"Reflections on Whistler"
"The Year in Revue"
"Shop Talk"
"Top of the Table"

Week of March 1, 1984 [2]
WQ-2-366 · File · March 1, 1984
Part of Whistler Question

Photographs including but not limited to accordion player; bar; drinking; flowers; drinks; Black Forest Restaurant grand opening; McConkey's Cup
Appears in March 1, 1984 issue:
02-366-12. Pg. 1. Caption: Ernest G. Rilling, accordion players, kept everyone tapping to the Bavarian beat last Thursday in the Black Forest Restaurant's grand opening. Whistle rites crowded Herbert Niemann's new location in Whistler Village's Crystal Lodge and enjoyed champagne and hors d'oeuvres.
02-366-68. Pg. 3. Caption: [bottom] The unsafe safe.
02-366-75. Pg. 9. Caption: Live entertainment continues at Mountain House Cabaret with Juan Trak through until Sunday evening.
02-366-63. Pg. 12. Caption: Jean Louis Arsenault takes off for some air time at Tod Mountain.
02-366-37. Pg. 17. Caption: Potter Ron Tribe, recently returned from Italy, is displaying some of his work at Inge's until March 15. His latest work, above, was completed last week and uses some fresh new techniques. The two part piece actually has a tin metal skin and a texture Tribe describes as "inviting to the touch". The North Vancouver artist has avowed a modernist and marine-influenced style.