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Winter

Forged - Axe throwing

Axe Throwing: It’s Like Darts, but More Canadian

Forged Axe Throwing has everything you need for an afternoon of good clean Canadian fun. Plaid shirts optional, but highly recommended.

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The Chili Thom Experience in Whistler

The Power of Art: Discovering Chili Thom’s Trees

How the brushstrokes of beloved Whistler artist Chili Thom continue to inspire, influence and connect us with nature.

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Spring biking on tacky trails in the lush green woods

From Snow to Go: Insider’s Guide to Getting Fit for Spring

Wake up the body and get ready for an all-adventures-possible spring with these cross training tips.

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Slush Cup at World Ski and Snowboard Festival

2017 Whistler World Ski & Snowboard Festival Instagram Recap

We sang, we soared, we fell into icy pools of slush. Check out our Instagram recap of WSSF 2017 with @GoWhistler guru Em Smith.

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Artist Kate Zessel Backcountry Skiing

Artist Kate Zessel: Slopes to Studio

Artist and illustrator Kate Zessel has followed her dream to live and work in the mountains - her motto ‘Work Hard, Dream Big, Stay Humble’ says it all.

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Ski Touring in Whistler

Avalanche Skills Training in Whistler

The lure of the backcountry is strong, and the dangers are real. Doing an avalanche skills training (AST-1) course in Whistler is the best way to prepare for the risks.

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Feet Banks wearing his new Surefoot ski boots

New Ski Boots: Feet Banks Goes to Surefoot

Feet Banks is finally ready to move on from his ancient rear-entry boots. Will modern boot fitting technology make the grade?

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The Black Velvet Ski Team

Local Favourites: The Black Velvet Ski Team

Just ahead of their 29th annual ski trip to Whistler the Black Velvet Ski Team share their favourite things. the ones that keep them coming back time and time again.

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Owl painting by Andrea Mueller, Whistler artist

Arts Whistler Backdrop Sessions: Andrea Mueller

Lions, tigers and bears – just another day creating for artist Andrea Mueller. Made of hot pinks, vibrant blues and electric yellows, these aren’t your Grandma’s wildlife paintings.

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Canadiana Man Snowmobiling in Whistler

Out of the Wilderness: Canadiana Man Speaks

Canadiana Man has been sighted in the forests around Whistler and The Insider set out on snowshoes to interview the elusive, bearded gentleman.

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Whistler Mountain seen from Nicklaus North Golf Course

Winter Walks: Discover Whistler’s Valley Trail

Ditch the car and discover the magic of snow with these winter walking routes around Whistler.

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Ski touring in Whistler Backcountry

Guided Whistler Backcountry Tours with Extremely Canadian

Beyond the resort boundaries there's endless terrain - and local guides ready to share their knowledge and keep you safe.

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callaghan country whistler snowshoeing

Hanging Out in Whistler’s Callaghan Valley

When life gets hectic sometimes the best thing you can do is escape to nature and chill out – and I know just the place to hang out for a day.

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