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The Marmot Issue
Resort Staff Promotions
A number of people are wearing new hats at Mount Washington Alpine Resort this season!
Past Issues
Snowmaking looks feasible for Mount Washington
As Lower Mainland ski resorts make a big deal out of making snow, more people are asking whether snowmaking will be a reality at Mount Washington Alpine Resort anytime soon. The short answer, says Resort President Peter Gibson, is… “it’s possible.”
Resort Associations, a BC Grown Solution
As Resort Communities around British Columbia gain traction, Organizations trying to balance the needs of business owners, retail and residential owners are gaining in profile.
Business As Usual
It’s more than business as usual for Mount Washington Alpine Resort this winter, despite the “For Sale” sign still on the Resort.
Trailing Big Foot
John Bindernagel hopes young Biologists follow in his footsteps to unravel the mystery surrounding the Sasquatch conundrum.
Older entries below >
Your Snow Hosts
So this is your first time to Mount Washington Alpine Resort, and once you reach the parking lot you’re not sure where to go to pick up a day pass or rent equipment.
Winter 2009/10 at a glance
Skiers and boarders will notice improved access to the slopes off the peak of Mount Washington Alpine Resort this winter.
Biathlon Club exceeds Olympic goals
This is a pinnacle year for the Vancouver Island Biathlon Club, which for several years has been building world-class infrastructure near Raven Lodge at Mount Washington Alpine Resort.
Tourism Mount Washington
Tourism Mount Washington has elected a new Board for 2009-2010. Rick Gibson, President of Bear Lodge and Treetops Strata Corps, has been named President and Chairman of the Board. Peter Foreman, President of the Deer Lodge Strata Corp is Vice-President and Vice-Chair.
Sasquatch sightings of Olympic proportions?
Mount Washington Alpine Resort isn’t the only entity on the mountain preparing to host guests prior to the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver and Whistler.
News In Brief
Encompassing people, places and happenings at Mount Washington.
Born to be Wild! An Extraordinary Event in BC’s Oldest Park
“Elizabeth G and Penny both have pups!” reported crew of the Marmot Recovery Foundation. The excitement was warranted.
Getting Ready for Whistler, and Beyond
Just because you didn’t score a ticket to the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a front row seat watching some of the world’s future Olympians in action.
Enhance your visit
Mount Washington Alpine Resort is an ideal place to centre oneself for an extended holiday in the Comox Valley and beyond.
Five VI Riders on B.C. Freestyle Teams
Last year the VI Riders encouraged more girls to join their Club.
Freestylers roll up sleeves and build own site
The Mount Washington Freestyle Club spent the summer working on their most aggressive project ever: to create a full freestyle site at Mount Washington Alpine Resort.
Olympic Volunteerism
Mount Washington staff, club members and athletes are very involved in the 2010 Winter Olympics
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Resort Staff Promotions
A number of people are wearing new hats at Mount Washington Alpine Resort this season!