Greetings from Whistler, ! Spring is in the Air! We are so excited to see that the snowline in the village is making a slow retreat back to the top of our mountains only to reveal our hiking and biking trails and the deep green of the links on our world class golf courses. Believe it or not, we still have a huge amount of snow and Spring Skiing is incredible so you could have a summer experience in the village and a winter-ish experience up on Blackcomb on a cool base of 328 cm (129") with 23cm of fresh snow this past week alone! Skiing/Riding is open until MAY 30th on Blackcomb. Dates to Note: May is Dine In Whistler - Fantastic specials! May 20th - scheduled opening of the Whistler Bike park (aided by some serious snow blowers to help clear some of the trails! May 14th - skiOUT! is on Blackcomb 10AM May 28th - skiOUT! is on Blackcomb 10AM May 28th - scheduled opening of the Summer sightseeing & hiking on Whistler Mountain May 30th - last day of skiing on Blackcomb June 18th - Summer skiing opens on Blackcomb Our official host hotel: The Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa has some great rates this spring.
Remember to call 1.866.787.1966 our official central reservations to get the best rates guaranteed.
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Mr. Gay Canada - Pepsi Refresh Challenge:
We need your help in voting for our idea in helping to raise awareness of homophobia and bullying in schools with the Mr. Gay Canada competition. Vote for our Pepsi Refresh Idea at
refresheverything.ca/mrgaycanada
For more info (click here)
Vote Today! Vote Often, until June 30th - every vote counts.
Our Friends at Dr. Peter's Centre is also looking for votes at the 100K level for a new bus for their care facility. Vote Today! You can search key words: "gay" & "Dr. Peter"
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North America Outgames
 Come and Experience the 2010 Olympic City of Vancouver & Whistler and participate in the 2011 North America Outgames - July 25- 31st just before Vancouver Pride.
Sign up for some unique events including:
EcoChallenge - an Amazing Race in Whistler testing your mental & physical fitness. Accessible to all abilities. For more info visit Outgames EcoChallenge
Mountain Bike Race in Whistler - accessible to most riders
Alpine Half Marathon in Whistler - an exciting trail run through the forests of Lost Lake in Whistler
Human Rights Conference in Vancouver
Hockey (Men's & Women's Div.) Vancouver
Tennis in Vancouver
For More Information on the Games & other sports visit:
Vancouver2011Outgames.com
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HARD2: Leather Fetish Ball
 Sunday, May 22nd is the 2nd annual HARD: Leather Fetish Ball at FIVE Sixty (560 Seymour) Vancouver. Special performance by Mantra, DJ's Nick Bertossi, Marcus Purnell & Ntetct on deck.
Dress Code: Leather & Fetish ONLY - No Streetwear, Coat Check & Change area available. Tickets $25 at Priape Vancouver.
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Hotel Partner Highlight:
Aava Whistler Hotel Located next to the Whistler Golf Course and a hop & skip from the vibrant Whistler Village. With contemporary guest rooms, modern facilities and personalized service, Aava is the ideal getaway for any guest looking to relax and rejuvenate in style. Take a dip in their sunny outdoor swimming pool surrounded by stunning views of the world renowned Whistler & Blackcomb mountains; bath in the steamy hot tub and soothe those tired muscles or sink into one of Aava's custom-designed beds.
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Gay May Long Weekend
Fancy a weekend of chilling out, hanging out or getting outdoors with new friends and old? Escape to the heart of the BC Rockies to Cathedral Mountain Lodge for our Gay May Long Weekend adventure getaway. We're offering an exclusive $499 per cabin based on double occupancy for the May Long Weekend May 21st- 23rd. Enjoy rest and relaxation at its finest!  |
