Whistler British Columbia Canada

La Nina Brings First Snow To Whistler

This year is a La Nina year and that has seen the first snowfalls come to Whistler-Blackcomb. Over the weekend some 30 centimeters fell on recently used Olympic ski runs and Whistler Village. La Nina has the opposite effect of last year’s El Nino weather pattern that nearly washed out the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. [...]

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Whistler Blackcomb Caught in ‘Old Man Winter’ Scandal

Investigators have uncovered a scandal involving North America’s premier ski resort, Whistler Blackcomb, and the notorious and unpredictable “Old Man Winter.” According to investigators, Whistler Blackcomb paid Old Man Winter an undisclosed sum of money to “delay the arrival of Spring.” Whistler Blackcomb has received a total of 959 cm (31.5 feet) of snow so [...]

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2010 Vancouver-Whistler Alpine Skiing Event Backgrounder

Alpine skiing for the 2010 Vancouver Olympics is gearing up as a race between in-shape champions and upcoming athletes growing into the world cup competition level. Alpine downhill events continue to test stress and technology developments at the highest level teamed with aggressive competitive strategy. Downhill runs often feature thrilling elements of chase dynamics and [...]

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Biathlon Event Explained

Cross-country running and rifle shooting are summer outdoor sports but combined into a winter atmosphere they make a challenging contest of wills, endurance, skill, and experience. Biathlon for the Winter Games means a fit athlete with skiing prowess paired with world elite level shooting skills. Continuing World Cup level competition evolves into heats for Olympic [...]

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