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Paul Burrows Estate

A collection of photographs from the estate of Paul Burrows. Photographs include pictures from cruises Paul and Jane Burrows were on, some early photos of the Whistler resort from 1966-67, photos of Paul and Jane Burrows wedding, a photo from a Rotary International meeting, photos of Vail, and some photos of just Paul and Jane Burrows.

"Whistler Mountain through the years" Timeline

Newspaper clipping from the Vancouver Sun including a timeline of "Whistler Mountain through the years." Significant events from the opening of Rainbow Lodge in 1914 to the naming of Whistler as top ski resort in North America in 2015 are listed. The clipping also contains the continuation of an article from page A17 about the history of Whistler. There are two photographs: skiers disembarking a gondola in 1991 and construction work on Whistler Town Centre in 1980.

Vancouver Sun

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.

1974-2007

Photographs of skiing, ski racing, a picnic on Whistler Mountain, chairlifts, group portraits, signs, events, restaurants, chairlift construction, Jordan's Lodge on Nita Lake, Ski Scamps, Crazy Canucks Day at Whistler Mountain, Whistler Village, Sunrise Condominiums on Eagle Drive in Whistler Cay, Rendezvous Lodge on Blackcomb Mountain, portraits of Hugh Smythe, La Vallee Blanche restaurant, the Marquise hotel, aerial photography, Nancy Green Raine and Al Raine in front of Nancy Greene Olympic Lodge (Crystal Lodge), swimming pools, Meadow Park Sports Centre, weightlifting, the Village Stroll, chefs and people dining, Whistler and Blackcomb Mountain trail map drawings by Murray Hay, the Rimrock Cafe at Highland Lodge, helicopters, Village Chair, ski school, docks on the lake, canoeing, Stephanie Sloan practicing ski ballet, the daycare in Whistler Cay/Nesters, Chalet Luise, Stoney's, Alpine Meadows, Green Lake, Lost Lake, Wedge Mountain, the Gondola Barn in Creekside, cross-country skiing, Alta Lake, apres ski, Molson World Cup Downhill, Roundhouse Lodge, and the Vale Inn.

Whistler - The Magazine, 1989

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"

Textual material

A mix of documents collected by Greg Griffith, including (what appears to be) a rough draft of a document about Pro Patrol (Ski Patrol), a letter from Hugh Smythe detailing season pass information and new developments on Blackcomb, and a Whiski Jacks Resorts newsletter.

Newspapers

Newspaper articles collected by Arv Pellegrin about Whistler, with a focus on real estate and resort development.

Resort Municipality of Whistler

Documents gathered by Geoff Pearce during his time working as Clerk-Treasurer on Whistler's first municipal council between 1976 and 1986.

Week of February 22, 1983

Photographs including but not limited to portraits; child sleeping in a stroller; putting on ski gear; Labatt's race podium; Blackcomb Mountain; skiing; rainy road; town planning; cross-country skiing; child in sunglasses; children's track and field; hiking; dock at Alta Lake; band playing; Team Supreme competition; Whistler Cross-Country Marathon; Dave Murray Masters' Series Clinic
Appears in February 24, 1983 issue:
02-324-24. Pg. 1. Caption: Soaking up sun (l-r) Rosilyn and Marlin Arneson and Bill Bode of Washington State relax before calling it a day Monday, Feb. 21 after the first really warm one on Whistler Mountain.
02-324-39. Pg. 6. Caption: [top] Above, first place team members in the Team Supreme competition accept a $500 cheque for the B.C. Disabled Skiers Association from Keg General Manager Bob Elliott.
02-324-4. Pg. 6. Caption: [bottom] Righ, Phil Chew faces the cameras.
02-324-80. Pg. 8. Caption: Cross-country skiers set off on the Whistler Cross-Country Marathon which was held over a 20km route Sunday, Feb. 20.
02-324-62. Pg. 9. Caption: Sjaan DiLalla tries out one of the ranges in one of the 29 "studio lofts" in the recently opened Crystal Lodge.
02-324-47. Pg. 11. Caption: Hugh Smythe and Val Lang enjoy the festivities after the first Team Supreme race, held at Blackcomb Feb. 20. The event raised $2,400 for the B.C. Disabled Skiers Association.
02-324-10. Pg. 12. Caption: Chuck Cook, Dentist, Squamish.
02-324-75. Pg. 14. Caption: Seppo Makinen and Sam Alexander discuss Whistler's proposed new Zoning Bylaw No. 303 with Assistant Municipal Planner Cress Walker.

Week of April 8, 1982

Photographs including but not limited to T-bars at Whistler Mountain; skiing; chairlift; Easter egg hunt on skis; children; bikini contest; ski fashion; putting on ski gear; the b-sides band playing; signs; Reckless Driver bluegrass band
Appears in April 15, 1982 issue:
02-251-73. Pg. 3. Caption: [bottom] Clean-up involved removing charred shakes from the cabin roof.
02-251-51. Pg. 5. Caption: Liam "Lightning Bolt" McCarthy, 2 1/2, was one of the many Easter Egg hunters who braved the snow to search for treasures in Myrtle Philip School yard on Sunday.
02-251-33. Pg. 6. Caption: Mr. E. Bunny gets a helping hand on his way up Skidder lift Easter Sunday.
02-251-32. Pg. 13. Caption: Hundreds of kids showed up for special treats courtesy of E. Bunny on Blackcomb Sunday, despite heavy snowfall.
02-251-64 Pg. 15. Caption: Yummy in the tummy! Alyssa Wilson, 3, enjoys Easter treats the bunny brought to the schoolyard Easter morning.
02-251-47. Pg. 16. Caption: [top] Tom Sutherland, the Whistler Question's new Advertising Manager.
02-251-101. Pg. 16. Caption: [middle] Craig Spence, a new reporter at the Whistler Question.
02-251-53. Pg. 19. Caption: Not even a blizzard on Easter Sunday kept kids from using the new Adventures Playground, recently completed at a total cost of $3,624.11.
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