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Whistler, which is located 75
miles/120 km north of Vancouver on
Highway 99, is a
natural year-round playground with its crisp mountain air, crystal clear
lakes and lush emerald forests. There's something to do here every day
whether it's a thrilling adventure or just some quiet time listening to
nature and absorbing the magnificent scenery.
In winter, ski and snowboard all day - every day. Cross-country
glide on forest trails. Ride a snowmobile
to a frozen mountain lake. Snowshoe into a remote wilderness.
In the summer, hike, swim, sail or explore
Whistler’s backcountry and mountain trails. Sail on one of the nearby lakes,
or fish for steelhead. Windsurf in popular Howe Sound, or play golf at any
of Whistler’s four golf courses. Shop in Whistler’s attractive village. Or
just enjoy the luxury accommodations and
dining facilities that are available throughout
the Whistler area. Recreational activities
at Whistler are almost endless, and cover every season of the year.
Whistler, situated conveniently at the
base of Whistler mountain, has some of the best dining and
nightlife in the province of British Columbia. Japanese, French, Italian,
American – all the flavours of the world are here.
Whistler's European history stretches
back to the 1860's when British Naval Officers surveyed the area and
gave Whistler Mountain the original name of London Mountain.
Trappers and prospectors then settled
in the area about 1900. The name
"Whistler" was used by the
early settlers because of the shrill whistle sound made by the
western hoary marmots who live among the rocks.
Whistler and Vancouver
will be welcoming athletes and spectators to in 2010 for the
Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The
compelling setting of the Sea to Sky Games promises unforgettable
experiences and memories for competitors, visitors, local
residents, volunteers, and billions of
television viewers.
Explore
Whistler in more detail by
clicking through the pages listed below
and the links they provide to more detailed descriptions and
presentations:
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The Whistler Book: All-Season Outdoor Guide.
by Jack Christie
Paperback: 256 pages. Greystone Books,
April 10, 2005. ISBN: 1553650905
Provides detailed descriptions on summer
activities such as camping, hiking, paddling, rock-climbing, nature
observation, fishing, walking, swimming, and mountain biking, and winter
activities including skiing and snowboarding, snowshoeing, and cross-country
skiing, with detailed trail maps for all locations.
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Frommer's Portable Whistler.
by Constance Brissenden
Paperback: 192 pages, Frommers, July 8, 2002. ISBN: 1894413431.
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Ski & Snowboard Guide to Whistler Blackcomb: Intermediate Edition.
by Brian Finestone and Kevin Hodder.
Paperback, 183 pages, Publisher: Gordon
Soules Book Publisher, December 2005. ISBN: 0973259337
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Ski and Snowboard Guide to Whistler Blackcomb: Advanced/Expert Edition.
by Brian Finestone, Kevin Hodder
Paperback, 159 pages, Publisher: Gordon
Soules Book Publishers, March 2004, ISBN: 0973259329
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Vancouver:
The Ultimate Guide: Including Whistler & the Gulf Islands
by Terri Wershler, Judi Lees
March 1999, Paperback, 6th edition, 240 pages, (non-fiction)
Covers all the major attractions in Vancouver, has an extensive dining section, and
helpful maps.
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British Columbia Handbook:
Including Vancouver, Victoria, and the Canadian Rockies
by Jane King, Andrew Hempstead
May 2000, Paperback, 5th edition, 430
pages, (non-fiction)
Covering recreation, accommodations,
food, transportation, and sights for all regions in British Columbia.
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