Making Sense of the January 11 Viral Avalanche Video
By now you’ve probably seen the viral avalanche video of Australian Tom Oye’s avalanche in Chocolate Bowl in the Brandywine area south of Whistler on January 11. The video not…
The Weekender’s Guide to the Whistler Backcountry
When the weekend comes around and the weather looks good, there's no better place to spend your time than in the Whistler backcountry. Escaping the crowds and noise of the…
Whistler Blackcomb Opening Day 2016 in Pictures
Opening Day 2016 - the gates have officially parted. Whistler Blackcomb fired up its lifts on Whistler Mountain this morning to the delight of thousands of shred-ready skiers and snowboarders.…
Spearhead Huts: 5 Reasons We Love the Project
If you're a frequent visitor to the Whistler backcountry, or any backcountry skiing area in British Columbia for that matter, you've probably heard about the Spearhead Huts Project. For those…
5 Reasons to go Fall Hiking in Whistler
Updated: 7/16/2018 Don't forget to visit our Whistler hiking page for our guided hikes. The unmistakable scent of fall is in the air here in Whistler. Leaves are falling, grassy…
Level Up with a Rock Climbing Course
Like many sports, rock climbing has a steep learning curve when starting out. Many aspiring rock climbers begin their journey in an indoor climbing gym before trying their hand (and…
Choosing the Right Rock Climbing Shoe
The most important piece of equipment for any rock climber is their shoes. Not just any shoes mind you, modern climbing shoes are able to stick to tiny ledges and…
An Alternative Peak Experience with Whistler Via Ferrata
Sightseeing is officially open on Whistler Mountain. Plenty of people heading up to the alpine to ride the Peak 2 Peak gondola and witness winter's melting snow blanket. The white…
Beginner’s Guide to Rock Climbing
Of all the mountain pursuits, rock climbing can be one of the most intimidating. Watching videos of professional athletes ascend impossible-looking vertical walls with nothing but tiny ledges for grip,…
Top 5 Ski Traverses Around Whistler
With some long spring days ahead in April and May it's prime time for longer ski traverses. For those not familiar, a ski traverse is when a group travels from…