June 2008

June 2008

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Every Woman in the World
Last day

May 25 - June 1, 2008

Annual Every Woman in the World Conference in Whistler. Join us for a series of back-to-back workshops over a three-day period taught by women just like you.

Yoga, Qigong, Running, Avurveda, Mountain Biking, African Dancing, Hip Hop, Gymnastics, Pilates, Korean Hand Therapy, Pole-Dancing, NIA, Tennis, Nordic Walking, Personal Coaching, Charleston, Climbing and More!

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Enviro-Fest
June 6-8, 2008

Start the 7th annual - 3 day - Enviro-Fest, Whistler's environmental festival, with the Gaia Gala, an opening ceremony at Maurice Young Millennium Place. Check out the Enviro-Fest Fair on June 7th at 11 a.m. in Mountain Square and the 2nd Annual Energy Film Festival, June 8th at 12 p.m. Wonder who will be the recipient for the Environmental Business (WEB) Awards this year?

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Whistler Wellness Week
Last day

May 31 - June 7, 2008

Betterment of the mind, body and spirit is the focus of a jam-packed week of wellness at the third annual Whistler Wellness Week. This year there will be more than 100 different seminars, workshops, and activities for people to participate in. Participants can take part in individual workshops on an a la carte basis or purchase passes for the day or week. Whistler Wellness Week is North America's largest alpine wellness festival. New this year is Yoga Twenty Four – the opportunity to participate in a 24-hour yoga marathon. Each day there will be as many as 14 different workshops and activities to select from. In addition, there will be a selection of spa and restaurant specials to help your enjoy your wellness journey.

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Winter/Spring 2008 Season
Final day on Blackcomb

Final day on Blackcomb for Spring Skiing and Riding for Winter 2008. Summer season begins on June 9th on the Blackcomb Glacier.

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Blackcomb Glacier
Opening day for summer skiing and riding

June 9 - July 27, 2008

Blackcomb Glacier is open for Summer Skiing and Riding. Upload via the Wizard Chair and Solar Coaster.

Hours of Operation:
Ski/Riding: 12am - 3pm (upload at 11am)
Sightsee: 10am - 3pm (last upload at 2:45pm)

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Little Mountain Golf Centre
Opening day for mini-golf at the base of Blackcomb

June 9 - September 1, 2008

Pro golfers might drive for show and putt for dough but our mini-golf paradise is all about fun. We provide clubs, balls and a challenging course for the whole gang.

10am to 6pm Sunday - Friday
10am to 8pm Saturday's

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Boneyard Affair
June 14 - 15, 2008

Whistler Mountain Bike Park's newest slopestyle competition! The winner gets one of the four remaining spots to the Kokanee Crankworx Slopestyle and VW Trick Showdown. Join the action in the Boneyard.

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Bike Park 101
New this summer

June 14, 2008

You don't have to be a pro to have fun in the bike park. This is the perfect program for beginner riders who would like an introduction to the Whistler Blackcomb Bike Park. If you feel confident on a bike but have never ridden in the Bike Park before, Bike Park 101 will have you off and running in no time. Includes Bike Park Lift Ticket, Lesson and Rentals. Groups meet on Tuesdays and Fridays at 6:00pm in front of the MAC Pan.

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Adventure Zone on Blackcomb
Opening day for summer activities

June 14 - September 1, 2008

Activities include:
Batter Up Batting Cage, Westcoaster Luge, The Core Climbing Wall and Flying Fox, Kiss the Sky Bungy Trampolines, Amazen Maze, Blackcomb Trail Rides and more. Fun for the whole family.

10am to 6pm Sunday - Friday
10am to 8pm Saturday's

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Whistler Mountain Bike Park
Extended play everyday

June 14 - Aug 31, 2008

Enjoy extended hours everyday on the Whistler Mountain Bike Park:
Open: 10am to 8pm

Regular hours of operation from September 1st to October 13th:
Open: 10am to 5pm

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Whistler Farmers' Market
June 15 to October 13, 2008

Starting Father's Day, June 15, 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 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. until October 13, 2008.

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Women's Nights
Monday and Wednesday Nights

Women's Wednesdays are so popular that we've added an extra night! Chicks rip it up in the Whistler Mountain Bike Park Monday & Wednesday nights. Whistler Blackcomb is growing the sport of downhill mountain biking for women with these fantastic girls-only clinics. Women's Wednesdays are the perfect opportunity for women to experience lift-accessed downhill riding with friends in a relaxed environment. The program offers something for riders of every ability whether it's your first time or 100th time in the Bike Park. Women's Wednesdays run every Monday and Wednesday between 5 to 8pm. Women's Wednesday's tickets include rentals, lift tickets, bike guides, a beer at apres, and a chance to win great prizes.

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Comfortably Numb Trail
Running race

Comfortably Numb follows a winding 25 km trail through moss covered forest. Elevation gain is mostly in the first half. Majority of the course is undulating trail through forest, with most of the descent and tricky sections near the finish.

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Whistler Alpine Summer Operations
First day for alpine activities and Mountain Top BBQ

Whistler Gondola and Peak Chair open

Hours of operations:
10am to 5pm Monday-Thursday
10am to 8pm Friday-Sunday

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Spring Dine & Unwind
Last day

May 1 - June 28, 2008

Dine in style in Whistler during Dine and Unwind. This year there are 16 participating restaurants offering truly astounding set price menus starting from under $20.

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Dragon Boat Festival
First annual Whistler event

June 28 - June 29, 2008

Water's Edge is excited to partner with Whistler to add this event to the host of activities in Whistler for the 2008 Canada Day weekend

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