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What's On Whistler - June 2007
What's On Whistler - June 2007
Whistler's spectacular summer kicks into high gear, and what better way to mark the new season than with
a rejuvenating visit to one of Whistler's world-class spas? With the Dine & Unwind program, Whistler
spas are offering discounts up to 40 per cent off treatments, nicely rounded out by multi-course menus
at the best restaurants starting at $20 per person. Meanwhile, the full range of warm weather activities
are opening this month, with many already enjoying the long hours of sunshine and fresh mountain air. Whether
it's a relaxing family Father's Day golf getaway, a "Dining and Unwinding" romantic weekend for
two, or a thrill-seeking mountain biking or white water rafting adventure, Whistler is the place
to be.
Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake Series #1 - June 1 to 3
First in the new series of Art Workshops on the Lake is How to Paint Snow, Water and Skies with a Limited
Palette. Suitable for beginners and advanced students of art, this three-day watercolour workshop is with
artist and instructor Jack Reid. Jack's work can be seen at the Mountain Galleries at the Fairmont Hotel
in Whistler, Jasper, and Banff and viewed at www.jackreid.com.
The Whistler Art Workshop on the Lake Series runs throughout the summer at rustic Chaplainville House,
a Whistler heritage home located on the shores of Alta Lake. Information:
www.whistlerartscouncil.com.
Summer Glacier Skiing & Snowboarding on Blackcomb Mountain opens June 4
The sun is shining, the lakes are sparkling, it's the perfect time to go skiing and riding. Whistler Blackcomb
enjoys the longest ski season in North America with spring skiing and snowboarding on Blackcomb Mountain
continuing through June 3. Hardcore winter enthusiasts need not despair since Blackcomb's famed glacier
opens June 4. The Blackcomb Glacier experience is recommended for intermediate to advanced skiers and riders,
and offers a perfect opportunity to hit the slopes while working on your tan.
The RBC Olympians Experience - June 8 to 10, 2007
The Royal Bank of Canada Olympians Experience tour is a free event and - at 5,000 sq. ft - is one of the
largest touring exhibits of its kind ever staged in Canada. The Tour features an opportunity to meet Canadian
Olympians and Paralympians, ride a snowboard simulator, play games that test one's hockey skills, and view
displays demonstrating the extraordinary training regimen of world class athletes. Fitness and training
experts will be on hand to answer questions and talk about what it takes to be an Olympian and Paralympian.
Outside the tent, the RBC Aerial Trampoline Team, an elite team of freestyle, snowboard and trampoline
athletes, will showcase their skills with a high-energy performance, high-flying performance. RBC Financial
Group created the RBC Olympians Experience Tour to give Canadians a taste of the excitement and spirit
of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, to celebrate Canada's Olympic heroes and to build nationwide
momentum for Vancouver 2010. Event runs Friday 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. -
5:00 p.m. in the Skiers Plaza in Whistler Village. For more information visit
www.rbc.com/rbcolympiansexperience.
Every Woman in the World Conference - June 15 to 17, 2007
The Every Woman in the World Conference is a weekend getaway geared to inspiring women to try new
and exciting activities. The conference includes fun back-to-back introductory workshops on everything
from belly dancing and yoga to mountain biking and much more. Visit
http://www.everywomanintheworld.com for
more information.
Whistler Cancer Awareness & Prevention Walk - June 16, 2007
One step closer to awareness, prevention and a cure is the purpose of this Canadian Cancer Society of BC
fundraiser. Participants will walk distances ranging from five to 25 kilometres on Whistler's beautiful
Valley Trail. Walk starts and finishes at Dusty's Bar & Grill in Creekside, starting at 8:30 a.m. Fore
more information visit www.cancer.ca or email Tammy
Peavoy peavoyt@telus.net
Whistler Farmers' Market - Every Sunday starting June 17
Starting Father's Day, June 17, the Whistler Farmers' Market hits the pedestrian streets of the Upper
Village (near the Fairmont Chateau Whistler) every Sunday with artisans, crafts, organic and local
produce, jams, honey, baked goods, jewelry and much more. Runs every Sunday 11a.m.- 4p.m. until October
7, 2007.
Summer Sightseeing & Hiking on Whistler Mountain opens June 30, 2007
Experience the magnificent 360 degree views of the high alpine with the ease of gondola and chair lift-accessed
hiking trails and viewpoints. A wide range of self-guided routes varying in difficulty set out from the
Roundhouse and Peak Chair atop Whistler Mountain.
Dine & Unwind - May 1 to June 28, 2007
Whistler's Dine & Unwind program continues through June 28, offering more delicious deals at a wide range
of restaurants and spas. Visitors can indulge in a variety of tasty treats with multi-course menus starting
at just $20 per person. From Pacific Northwest to French, Mediterranean, Italian, German, Indian and
Japanese to local pub or steakhouse, there's never a better time to eat your way through Whistler. Spectacular
spa specials at some of the most luxurious spas offer a variety of rejuvenating treatments at great prices.
 Download a
Whistler Dine & Unwind brochure with participating
restaurants and menu selections.
Call Toll Free: 1-888-938-9998 (Canada and the United States),
Toll Free: 1-800-1-938-6263 (UK, Hong Kong, Australia) or
604-938-6263 (Whistler) to book your Whistler Summer Vacation Package.
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