Snow, Snow and more Snow!!

January 24, 2006

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"Biblical Skiing..."

Deepest Snow in Western Canada

over 3 meters (10 feet) since January 1

30 - 60 cm this past week

So scream the headlines from Fernie, Whistler, Big White, Sunshine Village and Lake Louise.

If you don't recognize those names, I suggest you call us now to acquaint you. (1-403-609-3535)

They represent the best skiing and riding in Canada and now is the time to enjoy their slopes and accommodations.
 

Fernie, Jan 22, courtesy of Craig's report Fernie Jan 22, (Craig's Report)

I receive many requests from prospective vacationers as to when is the best time to come to Western Canada to ski.

If the resorts are open at the time: I could easily say: "Right Now." and be technically correct.

But no one would believe me.

For example: I tell people that January is often the very best time to go to Fernie and Whistler. That way you can almost guarantee yourself colder temperatures and a huge heaping of fresh powder.

They reply, "yeah but isn't it really cold then.."or: "what about all that rain last year!"

True I answer back that January is typically the coldest month of the year but Whistler and Fernie, being lower elevations, do not suffer much with extreme cold. And yes, last year was an aberration with lots of rain. Rain that easily could have been snow...

Like this year!

11 feet since January 1st at Whistler for instance.
 

 

Fernie Resort:

  • Snowpack: 301 cm (10 feet!)

  • year to date: 580 cm (19 feet!)


 

Whistler, mid-Jan

Whistler/Blackcomb:

  • Snowfall since Jan 1: 341 cm (11+ feet!)

  • year to date: 598 cm (19 + feet!)

 

Ski-out, back of Lake Louise

Big White and Silver Star:

  • Snowfall last 7 days: 46-56 cm (1.5 - 2 feet)

  • Snow Base: 205- 234 cm (6.5 - 7.5 feet)

 

Big White resort

Banff Lake/Lake Louise:

  • Snowfall last 7 days: 30 + cm (12 + inches)

  • Snow Base: 170 - 200 cm (6 + feet)

 

Silver Star Resort

Our #1 choice for the best in luxury accommodation at Whistler:
The Four Seasons Resort.

Now very affordable, with their stay 3 nights and receive the 4th night free. Contact us  by phone:

directly at 403-609-3535 or toll-free: 1-888-867-5448
 


The Snow Gods have been kind to Western Canada this January. Snow and lots of it combined with benign temperatures.

Not only is it excellent skiing and riding NOW, the snow base that has accumulated foretells of excellent skiing in the peak months of February and March and well into the spring skiing month of April.

My question to you is: What are you waiting for? There is no better time than now to organize a trip to the Canadian Rockies. And there are some excellent deals to be had to boot.
 


We are pleased to announce that discerning skiers to
Banff or Lake Louise can now book a 4 night package with either the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel or Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and receive a 5th night free!

Email us for more details or directly by phone: 403-609-3535
 

The snow is there waiting for you and currently there are still rooms available. But I cannot say for how much longer the deals will last. By contacting us now, you can assure yourself of the best ski holiday imaginable: we guarantee it!

Hope to see you on the slopes.

Sincerely,

Hugh Tafel - founder
 

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