douglas@mprvaxa.UUCP (Jim Douglas) (02/10/84)
RE:Information wanted on Whistler/Blackcomb
-The skiing is not too bad,though not as good as it should,
I believe theres only approx. 118 cm or so and not much new snow
yet(but expected very soon)The last time i was up there(Jan 28,29)
the skiing was good to my satisfaction and i had a great time,mostly
partying at nite but overall enjoyable. Either mtn.has a great variety
of runs from Blackcomb which has a few green runs to
the majority of blues and a few black diamond runs,to Whistler's
few green runs ,majority of blues and few black runs.In overview
both mountains are intermediate mtns but these runs vary from
"easy"intermadiate to "OHMYGODWHEREAMIGOING" intermediate runs.
-Usually Whistler/Blackcomb is better at this time of year but due to
warmer weather this year the annual "dump" is late,but expected very
soon.The wether at this time of year is "very"unpredictable at any
given moment.
-The highway between Vancouver and Whistler Village is still under
repair in some places from slides but it's still a 1 1/2 to 2 hour
drive.As far as i know cable chains are not illegal in B.C. bring them
along but they probably won't be required unless we get our snowfall.
-The area is usually not crowded during the week(Thats when i usually
take my "i don't feel so well,think i'll go skiing for the rest of the
week"trip)
-Alas the cross-country trails are stil hiking trails,There's no snow
in the valley to ski on as a matter of fact,both mountains are still
down-loading the last bit.
-Accomadations are Expensive this time of year(capital E) and non-
exsistant make sure from where you are that you have some,sorry i
can't suggest any but i usually stay with friends that work there.
Thats about all i know,just ask if you need anything else.
Jim"honest,she skied like she was 16"Douglas
929-7136(E) 294-1471(D) AREA CODE 604