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Four
championship golf courses
A
growing sport around the village more and more families are now coming
to Whistler just for the Golf. There are four championship designed
Golf courses located close to or within the resort and early booking
is recommended.
- Chateau Whistler.
Cut into the Blackcombe mountains this Golf course has generously
wide landing areas. The golf course was designed by Robert Trent
Junior and features plenty of water. The course has a distance
over the 18 holes of just over 6000 yards.
www.chateauxwhistlerresort.com
- Big Sky Golf and Country Club
Approximatly 30 miles North of the resort this course was designed
by Rober Cup and has beautiful vies over the surrounding mountains.
www.bigskygolf.com
- Nicklaus North
Designed by another world famous golfer Jack Nicklaus. This course
is set alongside the Green Lake and is a true test of any golfers
ability.
www.nicklausnorth.com
- The Whistler Golf Course.
Designed by the World famous Arnold Palmer this course has great
water features with 9 lakes.
Hiking and Mountain biking
Alpine
Hiking
Marked hiking trails on Whistler Mountain range from quick walks to
the lake or 5 hour hikes through Singing Pass.
Mountain Bike Descents/Clinics
Programs vary from full descents to guided instruction, depending
on the ability and goals of the guest. Descend from over 6,000 feet
to the valley, choosing from a number of mountain routes based on
your ability and stamina. Clinics include instruction in the art of
descending, cornering, speed control and balance skills. A Sunset
Descent is also available from the top of Whistler Mountain with an
expert guide.
Mountain
Biking
The mountain biking programs on Whistler Mountain have expanded this
season to include a variety of options for the whole family. The 1999
programs include everything from thrilling descents from 6,000 feet
to scenic tours of the Whistler Valley. A number of instructional
programs are also available for those looking to improve their skills
and ride with others at a comparable skill level.
Whistler Mountain Bike Park and Learning Centre
Located at Olympic Station, one-third the way up Whistler Mountain,
the bike park and learning centre will oversee a variety of single-track
trails, as well as a planned supercross track, and dual slalom and
technical freeride trails located between Olympic Station and the
Valley. New this season is a Training Centre that allows riders to
challenge their technical skills in simulated trail situations in
a controlled environment. Times: Same as the lift times - 9 a.m. to
5 p.m. (later if lift open). Dates: Scheduled opening is May 22 with
lift access to June 11. Summer lift access daily from July 1 to Sept.
19 and weekends until October 10, 1999 (weather permitting)
Sightseeing & tours
ATV
Tours
Explore Whistler Mountain's backcountry where you'll find spectacular
views of glaciers, peaks, wildlife and remnants of an ancient volcano.
Our state-of-the-art All Terrain Vehicles provide you with an unforgettable
backcountry experience.
Alpine Sightseeing
Even if you don't ski or ride you can still take in the amazing view
of the Coast Mountain Range and Whistler Valley. Board the Whistler
Gondola from the Village and get whisked up to the Roundhouse Lodge
- you can even join your skiing/riding friends for lunch.
Helicopter Mountaintop Tours with Blackcomb Helicopters
These exhilarating tours take you directly from the alpine of Whistler-Blackcomb
into the scenic beauty of the Coast Mountain Range. Enjoy spectacular
peaks, pristine lakes and ice blue glaciers a great way to enhance
a day of summer sightseeing o the mountain.
Horseback Tours
Catch some of Blackcomb's spectacular vistas on horseback with a tour
through Pemberton Stables. Tours from the base of Blackcomb are scheduled
to begin just before the May 24 Victoria Day long weekend, and feature
a one-hour circular route which climbs up to 1,000 feet up. Daily
tours start at 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. and include two to
three guides depending on the size of the group.
Other activities
Alpine
Slide
Located at the base of Blackcomb and scheduled to open in mid-June,
the Westcoaster is a slide with its own lift. Hop on a sled at the
base of the mountain and enjoy the slow lift up, then slide down the
track, controlling your speed with a handy hand brake.
Climbing
Wall
Located at the base of Blackcomb, the Great Wall will provide an opportunity
for all to test their climbing skills in a controlled and safe environment.
Ropes and equipment are provided.
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