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New & Noteworthy

in the West

British Columbia
Whistler Blackcomb is the site of the 2010 Winter Olympic
Games in Vancouver. Whistler and Blackcomb form the
largest single ski area in North America at 8,171 acres.
The two mountains also boast the continent’s highest verti-
cal drops at over 5,000 feet. Currently, the mountains can
only be traversed from their bases. However, construction
is under way to connect the mountains at their mid-levels.
When completed, the lift will total a length of 2.7 miles and
have the longest unsupported span for a lift of its kind in
Adult ski lessons at Winter Park.
the world at 9,921 feet, in addition to being the highest lift
of its kind, 1,362 feet above the valley floor. Contact: 866-
whistlerblackcomb.com. New Mexico
The New Mexico Ski Museum has opened at the base ter-
minal of the Sandia Peak Tramway in Albuquerque. It doc-
Colorado uments the history and development of skiing in the state
Winter Park Resort has a new village with shops, studios and honors 15 individuals in the Ski Hall of Fame. A com-
and galleries along pedestrian-only brick and cobblestone memorative plaque recognizes Robert Nordhaus for his
streets. The shops are surrounded by magnificent lodges, work in the development of skiing in New Mexico.
elegant homes and immense mountains. Contact: 303- Nordhaus, who served in the famed 10th Mountain
316-1654, skiwinterpark.com. Division during World War II, developed Sandia Peak Ski

Canada’s Protected Playground

Photo: Dave Duncan Photo: Scott Rowed

Passion Pleasure Together

Perhaps it’s our steep & deep powder that’s callingyour name. Maybe you’re after fine dining& world-class spas.Or maybe it’s all about cruisingblue runs
under blue skies with friends & family. Whatever your group’s desire, you’ll be sure to find it in Banff-Lake Louise, in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.
Come and visit Canada’s Protected Playground and make your next group trip truly memorable.
Contact your preferred tour operator or contact us for a group trip quote
1-877-754-7255 • groups @SkiBig3.com
www.SkiBig3.com/ch

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