Crud 2 Mud event challenges skiers, boarders, mountain bikers

Whistler Blackcomb resort is bringing athletes into the new season with Crud 2 Mud, an event that celebrates the snow melt and the transition to spring sports.

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Momentum Ski Camps extend deadline for “Spirit of Sarah” scholarships

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B.C. boarders a big part of Canada Snowboard’s 2013 successes

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Online petition fights halfpipe closing at Whistler Blackcomb

Whistler Blackcomb’s decision to close a 22-foot halfpipe before the end of the ski season has proven to be controversial among elite athletes.Whistler Blackcomb resort closed the halfpipe due to high costs and declining numbers of users as the season wears on.

Dine in Whistler celebrates local restaurants

Whistler Blackcomb made No. 2 on the list of Top 10 ski resorts in North America, this time a judgment according to ski industry insiders and sports professionals.

Canadians come out on top at Shred Show Big Air at WSSF

The Whistler Ski and Snowboard Festival saw its largest crowds ever unite to watch the Monster Energy Shred Show: Snowboard Big Air.Ten competitors from across Europe and North America battled it out, but it was Maxence Parrot, a Canadian snowboarder, who took home the $15,000 top prize.

Gruelling Snow to Surf marks spring at Mt. Washington

The Snow to Surf Competition, on Mount Washington will mark the transition between winter and spring sports this weekend with a gruelling competitive team race.

Canadians come out on top at Shred Show Big Air at WSSF

Whistler Blackcomb’s energy savings lead to “green” status

For the fifth year in a row, Whistler Blackcomb resort has been named one of Canada’s “greenest” employers by the editors of “Canada’s Top 100 Employers.” The award recognizes the resort’s electricity savings of 1.4 million kWh, a feat accomplished by large-scale energy conservation projects throughout the year.

Mount Seymour holds a $10 day for a good cause

Mount Seymour will be celebrating its final weekend of the ski season with a great show of generosity.On Sunday, April 28, the last day of Mt. Seymour’s ski season, the resort will be charging just $10 for snowshoeing or lift tickets, with half the proceeds going towards the Mt. Seymour Inner-City Schools Project.

Norwegian, B.C. boarders win big at festival slopestyle events

Rise and shine for Grouse grizzlies Grinder and Coola

Orphaned grizzlies Grinder and Coola woke from a five-month slumber last week to take advantage of mild temperatures and some remaining snow on the mountain to have their first wrestling match of 2013.Grouse Mountain wildlife director and veterinarian Dr. Ken Macquisten said the bears are in good condition after hibernation, seem playful and have a good appetite.

Norwegian, B.C. boarders win big at festival slopestyle events

Poor weather and visibility couldn’t mar the performance of Norwegian snowboarder Emil Ulsletten who took home the $15,000 top prize at the Monster Energy Shred Show Slopestyle in Whistler on Friday.

Andy Wright wins photography showdown; WSSF heads into weekend blast

Photographer Andy Wright took home the top prize in the 16th annual Olympus Pro Photographer Showdown at the Whistler Ski and Snowboard Festival Thursday, part of the Whistler Ski and Snowboard Festival.

Suite deal at Whistler hotel; Powder mag touts Blackcomb in spring

Delta Whistler Village Suites is advertising a new online coupon deal for a one-night stay, at a deeply discounted rate.

Cheating-girlfriend film, Black Diamond Betties turn in wins during WSSF

Whistler reigned victorious this week on the roller derby rink and on stage this week, during competitions marking the 18th annual Whistler Ski and Snowboard Festival.

Americans dominate podium at Slopestyle competition

American skier Gus Kenworthy took the top spot in the men’s Slopestyle event this week, alongside fellow American Maggie Voisin, who won the women’s title, at the 2013 Association of Freeskiing Professionals World Skiing Invitational.

Fashion, music in spotlight at WSSF

Bodies get buff in Seek the Peak training

Grouse Mountain has launched into the new season with a new training program for runners, hikers or anyone who’s made a vow to get in shape. The Seek the Peak Training Sessions, which run to June 12, will help participants build cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance in anticipation of the Seek the Peak event.