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WP12-002: Oct. 7, 2011
Greetings from Whistler!
Happy Thanksgiving (Canadian) and on this weekend when we reflect on all of those things we are grateful for, GayWhistler wants to say THANK YOU for 20 amazing years of OUT on the Slopes of Whistler and are offering a special $10 Credit towards your 2012 event tickets. Simply use the promo code: Turkey (credit expires Oct. 14th, 2011 - book now and save!)
We are thrilled to welcome back superstar DJ Manny Lehman after 9 years from Whistler. International DJ/Producer Lehman is know around the world for his incredible talent to read a room and give the crowd what they are wanting. He is also highly sought after by many recording artists as a master remixer transforming many songs into club hits. Lehman is sure to make the 20th Annual Snowball at WinterPRIDE one to remember!
Important dates:
Nov. 15th - final day for Early Bird Ski Package pricing
Nov. 24th - Opening Day for Whistler Blackcomb
Nov. 30th - final day for Super Early Bird pricing for WinterPRIDE festival passes
Remember to book early, plan ahead and save! Hope you will join us in celebrating 20 Years of being OUT on the Slopes of Whistler!
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Hotel Partner: Crystal Lodge + Suites
 GayWhistler is proud to welcome our new Preferred Hotel Partner: Crystal Lodge + Suites for this coming season. In the spirit of Thanksgiving the hotel is offering an additional 10% off their best available rate for this Thanksgiving Weekend with the promo code: TURKEY. There is no better place to celebrate the huge Turkey Sale than calling the Crystal Lodge your home base!  Crystal Lodge Pride Ski Package: 4NT/3Day starting at C$161*/person/night *Starting from rates are quoted in CAD funds. Package rate is per person per night, based on 2 people in a traditional room, valid Feb 5 - 12, 2012. Taxes and fees are extra. Restrictions may apply. Offer is subject to availability and may change without notice. Offer available until November 15, 2011. Other packages available, please inquire for details.1.866.787.1966 |
Jason Stuart - "I'm the Daddy and I have Candy"
 GayWhistler is pleased to announce this year's headliner for the Wednesday night Comedy show is Jason Stuart, his first Canadian stop! Stuart is one of the most successful openly gay male comics in the US, with over 150 Film & TV shows to his credit. He has performed at all the major Gay Events, The Montreal Comedy Festival twice, on Broadway, all the "A" Comedy Clubs and to 100,000 people at the Millennium March in D.C. He has had his own cable TV special "Jason Stuart: Making It To The Middle" in addition to appearances on "One Night Stand Up" & "Wisecrack" on LOGO and "Comics Unleashed". Mark your calendar for Wed., Feb. 8th at the Whistler Conference Centre! More info to come. Wild Vancouver Weekend by Ginger Bear
October 20th-23rd Vancouver plays host to the first ever WILD Weekend. Over a dozen events put on by different venues, promoters and organizers will help raise money for children affected by HIV/AIDS ( campmoomba.com). For more info click here. So put on your best fur, groom your beards and do feed the bears! Fur Fun. Fur Charity. Fur You. |
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Beyond Gay - On Sale Now
Award Winning Documentary Beyond Gay: The Politics of Pride
You may know the organizers of WinterPRIDE do work year round to make a difference in the LGBTTQ movement, but now you can see them in action. Beyond Gay follows Ken Coolen and Dean Nelson as they travel to places where Pride is still steeped in protest to personally experience the rampant homophobia that still exists. They also travel to Sao Paulo Brazil for the world's largest gay parade and New York City, the birthplace of the modern gay liberation movement. Increasingly the Pride movement is globalizing and many Pride organizers in North America and Europe, where celebration has overtaken political action, strive to remind their communities that Pride is at its heart a global fight for human rights.
Order your copy now, price is $25 CDN plus tax and includes shipping anywhere in Canada and continental USA.
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WinterPRIDE hosts the annual Mr Gay Canada Competition
 The annual Mr Gay Canada competition will be held from Thursday February 9th to Sunday February 12th during WinterPRIDE. The Mr Gay Canada competition will provide an opportunity for young gay men to make a 'difference' and be leaders in their own communities. Through education and public performances, MGC's goal is to help create positive, authentic and empowered role models that will be a champion for Gay Human Rights. Through these public performances, outreach and education, MGC will raise awareness of issues pertinent to young gay men, such as safe sex awareness, bullying and self-acceptance. Many of the MGC competition will take place during WinterPRIDE events. Have a chance to meet and encourage the delegates while they compete in various challenges including a photo challenge, sports challenge, fashion show/run way challenge, swim suit challenge, and public speaking. If you or someone you know would like to be a delegate, apply by downloading the application. All applications must be in by November 30th 2011.
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WinterPRIDE 2012 Sponsors & Partners
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Quick Links / TIPS
Event Tickets - Buy B4 11/30 Book early and Save! Nov. 30th is the final day to take advantage of the Super Early Bird Pricing for festival event passes. Full week Men's pass is just $249 + tax  Use PROMO Code: TURKEYAccommodation - book b4 11/15Packing Tip: Leave your gear at home and rent and try out 2012 High Performance gear with Whistler Blackcomb. We have some great deals when you book early and you will get to try out all the latest equipment and fly hassle free! info click here
Reminder: WinterPRIDE - Gay & Lesbian Ski/Snowboard Week is Feb. 5-12, 2012 gaywhistler.com
Upcoming Events:
Oct. 7-10: Turkey Sale & Swap
Oct. 20-23: Wild Weekend
Nov. 10-13: Cornucopia Whistler
Nov. 24: First Day of Skiing!
Nov. 26: skiOUT on Whistler
Nov. 30 - Dec. 4: Whistler Film Fest
Reminder:
Order your WinterPRIDE event tickets by Oct. 14th and save $10 with PROMO Code: TURKEY
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