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Backcountry Skiing & Snowboarding in the Canadian Rockies

There is nothing quite like the untouched wilds for pure freedom, and the Canadian Rockies offer countless acres of freedom in the form of untracked powder. As the home to some of the finest skiing and snowboarding anywhere, the Canadian Rockies call to snow riders from around the world. More than 120 million years in the making has seen to that. Ok, ski legend and filmmaker Warren Miller has helped, often featuring the Canadian backcountry in his annual snow riding films, but most of the credit falls with mother nature. (continue...)

Heliskiing in the Canadian Rockies

Canada leads the world in Heli-Skiing, and in the Canadian Rockies the expertise and years of experience of the heli ski operators really pays off for those seeking this type of adventure experience. In addition the powder of the Canadian Rockies is unique and such conditions cannot be found anywhere else. The pure atmosphere and untouched landscape of the high Rockies defies description. Heli-Skiing is an expensive proposition, but very few people come away from the experience regretting how much it cost them. (continue...)

Okanagan Skiing & Snowboarding

Western Canada is host to world-class ski resorts, specifically in Whistler, British Columbia, and Banff and Lake Louise in Alberta. Between these resorts, in the interior of southern BC, an alternative to the well-known resorts is provided by the ski areas of the Okanagan, with small lift lines, powder skiing, and moderate winter weather. In addition to these resort areas, the Okanagan offers heli-skiing and Snow-Cat skiing lodges, bringing personal, guided, backcountry skiing to ski fanatics. (continue...)

Skiing & Snowboarding in Canada

Canada offers the world's ski and snowboarding enthusiasts some unique opportunities. A country as large as Canada offers a great variety of ski and snowboard hills, and virgin winter terrain, ranging from the Atlantic to the Pacific coasts. An added attraction to visit this huge country for a winter sports vacation is the relatively low cost compared to other world winter destinations. Additionally, Canada has a much longer season compared to other places. (continue...)

Skiing & Snowboarding In Quebec

Many locations in Quebec are ideal for skiing. The mountains are some of the oldest in the world, and present some of the most varied terrain imaginable. There are many world class ski and snowboard resorts in La Belle Province, and all of them make for a great time for individuals and families alike. The nightlife is as varied as the slopes, and caters to all tastes. All things considered, Quebec has a lot to keep visitors entertained, both on and off the slopes. (continue...)

Skiing Alternatives in British Columbia

British Columbia offers a flurry of alternatives to the traditional ski holiday that can get the most hardcore of adrenalin junkies excited. While activities such as heli- and snowcat skiing are well known already in the snow world, their popularity continues because of their potential to offer runs in uncharted territory away from ski resort lift lines and groomed runs. (continue...)









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