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Riding the Peak 2 Peak Gondola from Whistler Mountain on Opening Day!

December 15, 2008 | Field Reports > Whistler, Skiing (Downhill)
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Opening Day of the Peak 2 Peak Gondola was Friday, December 12.  The gondola sets all sorts of world records as it travels from the top of Whistler Mountain over to Blackcomb.  I took a ride on opening day and shot this video of the event.

Posted by Ivan Hughes, Squamish at 01:05 PM

Opening of the Peak 2 Peak Gondola in Whistler, BC

December 15, 2008 | Field Reports > Whistler, Skiing (Downhill)
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I managed to get a Media Pass to the opening of the Peak 2 Peak Gondola in Whistler so I shot this footage of the ceremonies and some of the people that were up there on that snowy day on top of the mountain!

Posted by Ivan Hughes, Squamish at 12:54 PM

Caves, Horseback Riding & Rainforest

December 12, 2008 | Field Reports > Qualicum Beach, Backcountry Touring

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Moving north on the east side of Vancouver Island, we come across the rain as we enter the Horne Lake Caves. Continuing on to Tiger Lilly Farm for some horseback riding, we then finish with a rain forest walk around Cathedral Grove in McMillan Park.

Posted by Jay Ward, Vancouver at 02:59 PM

Legend Excursions

December 12, 2008 | Field Reports > Duncan, Multi-Adventure Excursions

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 Just off the Malahat highway, we hook up with local tour guide/owner Kurt from Legend Excursions. He takes us on an adventure experiencing local Vancouver Island glass blowing at GBS, Venturi-Schulze Vineyards & Farm Winery and the Pacific Northwest Raptures flying demo.
 

Posted by Jay Ward, Vancouver at 02:38 PM

Aerie Resort

December 12, 2008 | Field Reports > Duncan, Accommodations
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 Carrying on from the small town of Sooke, we hit some waterfalls and did some cliff jumping, before arriving at the spectacular Aerie Resort off the Malahat highway. Come share the experience of fine dining, massage and one of the best views on Vancouver Island.

Posted by Jay Ward, Vancouver at 02:28 PM

Sooke Harbour House

December 12, 2008 | Field Reports > Sooke, Accommodations
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After leaving Victoria we head west to the coast of Vancouver Island arriving at a small town by the name of Sooke. An open-arm welcome awaits us at the Sooke Harbour House which includes fine dining, art, in-suite massage and an over all unforgettable experience.

Posted by Jay Ward, Vancouver at 02:14 PM

Whale Watching Vancouver Island

December 12, 2008 | Field Reports > Victoria, Whale Watching
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 Just off the coast of Victoria British Columbia, come see the Orca whales in their natural habitat. As well, we come across a local rugby game as Victoria locals recommend some new and exciting adventures to come...

Posted by Jay Ward, Vancouver at 02:08 PM