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January 31, 2017

HIDDEN GEMS: 8 SMALL SKI RESORTS WORTH CHECKING OUT

If the idea of spending hours of your hard-won rec time wading through swarms of people sounds like your own private version of hell, I get it. My inability to deal with crowds is the main reason I’ve sought out (and found) some of the best smaller ski resorts in...

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January 26, 2017

How to Plan Your Dream Trip to Niseko Japan on a Budget

 Mt. Yotei. Photo: Jeff Brockmeyer Things like lack of funds, not enough vacation time, and unwillingness to travel alone usually top the list of reasons why you haven’t booked a life-changing trip to ride the best powder of your life. In order to make this happen, here’s what you’re going...

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January 12, 2017

A SKI BUM’S GUIDE TO APRÈS

Most ski resorts tend to load their first chair for the public around 9:00am and stop spinning their lifts around 4:00pm. That leaves a big chunk of time to enjoy the post-skiing vibe after a day on the hill. While it’s great to get out there and mingle with fellow...

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December 21, 2016

The 20 North American Ski Resorts With The Most Snow Right Now

Photo: Ian Houghton. Skier: Kim Vinet | Via Revelstoke Facebook Page It’s still early in the season,  but these ski resorts have manage to jump out to an early lead with snowfall totals of over 100″. This list was compiled by hand by visiting the resorts website and using their official...

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November 25, 2016

40 Things to do in Vancouver this Holiday Season

It’s the most wonderful time… Music, art, neighbourhood celebrations, LOTS of shopping and plenty of fun free events for the family. Here are 40 things to do in Vancouver this Holiday season!

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November 18, 2016

Kick Off Winter in Style: 6 Reasons to Visit Over Opening Weekend

There’s a taste of winter in the air today – that special crisp feeling that says snow is on the way. Between the steadily dropping snowline, and the eager new faces wandering around town with their new skis, boards and boots there’s a noticeable undercurrent of excitement in Whistler this...

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November 11, 2016

7 Places to Get Pitted This La Nina

This Snowboarder is Stoked on La Nina Winters – Mt. Baker Backcountry Photo Mike Hardaker Wondering what the heck is going on this winter with snow or lack there of? The first thing you have to understand is what is La Nina. La Nina is weather pattern characterized by unusually...

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November 08, 2016

Snow Scene – Ski Hills Preview

It’s that time of year again. That first nip in the air, the quickening pulse, and the knowledge that, any day now, you’ll be making tracks on your first ski run of the season. Here in British Columbia we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to long runs and powdery...

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October 03, 2016

BC Ski Secrets: Insider’s Guide to a BC Ski Trip

Every BC ski resort has its own secrets and surprises. Even the locals may not know them all. Here’s an insider’s guide to make the most of your next BC ski trip.

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September 22, 2016

Top 10 Fall Activities

                                  Photo credit: TOTORORO.RORO | Flickr When Vancouver’s leaves start turning, autumn is right around the corner. Summer may be gone, but we’re not looking back. After all, Vancouver has enough fall activities to...

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September 13, 2016

23 beautiful fall hikes to do near Vancouver

Image: The view from Cypress Mountain (Josh Stuart/Flickr) The summer may be drawing to a close, but there’s a still a few more weeks of mild weather left, and plenty of hikes that are still accessible near Vancouver this fall. From easier strolls for those who aren’t ready to work up a...

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July 09, 2016

Spot Leak: Places You Can Still Snowboard This Summer

Aaron Leyland in the Squamish backcountry. Photo: Mikey Rencz  Summer is officially here, but there are still a few places in North America you can snowboard if you’re willing to work for it. From single to multi-day adventures,  here are six places you can trek into and slash some turns...

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