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Summer 2014 Event Highlights

Summer 2014 Event Highlights

Weddings aren’t the only special events taking place at Mount Washington this summer. TAPPED returns on July 11 with a variety of brews for sampling and a pig roast.

What’s In A Name?

What’s In A Name?

Have you ever wondered what the meanings are behind the interesting names of places in Paradise Meadows and around Mount Washington Alpine Resort?

Is Anybody Out There?

Is Anybody Out There?

Thankfully for 2 year-old Thomas, seen here at the mouth of his emergence burrow, the answer is yes.

News In Brief

News In Brief

Encompassing people, places and community happenings at Mount Washington Alpine Resort.

Looking Back on Winter 2013-14

Looking Back on Winter 2013-14

Last winter created some interesting challenges this year, so Mount Washington Alpine Resort got creative with the way groomers moved snow around, and innovative in dealing with season passes.

VIMSS Fundraiser Packs Curling Club

VIMSS Fundraiser Packs Curling Club

Families and supporters packed the Comox Valley Curling Club in April for the annual Vancouver Island Mountain Sports Society’s Fundraiser.