Tag: whistler

History With SnowBrains: How Whistler, BC, Got Its Name

Whistler Mountain was known by the Lil’wat Nation as Cwítima or Kacwítima…

Julia Schneemann

The 9 Ski Areas With the Most Lifts in North America

When evaluating a ski area, it’s important to factor in the number…

Liam Abbott

Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Reveals Plans to Build 1,700 Foot-Long Lift-Accessed Skate Park on Upper Whistler Mountain

Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia, renowned for its world-class ski terrain and breathtaking…

Brent Thomas

March Madness Ski Resort Edition: Vote on Who Will Be Crowned Champion as Best Ski Resort in North America

While March may be the most exciting time of year for basketball…

SnowBrains

Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Suspends Summer Ski Camps Indefinitely Due to Glacial Recession

Summer camps on the Horstman Glacier at Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia, have long…

Brent Thomas

Heli-Skiers Buried for 10 Minutes After Avalanche Near Whistler, BC, Buries 5 People

Five heli-skiers were caught in an avalanche near Whistler, British Columbia, on…

AvyBrains

The 13 Largest Ski Resorts on Earth

We all know that bigger is better when it comes to ski…

SnowBrains

The 9 Busiest Ski Resorts in the World by Visitor Numbers

Did you know that there are an estimated 5,764 ski areas worldwide?…

Julia Schneemann