The Mount Washington Marmot News Magazine
NEWS, ACCOMMODATIONS AND REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITIES ON MOUNT WASHINGTON
Summer / Fall 2003
Access: Mount Washington
Mount Washington Alpine Resort has never been more accessible to visitors than it is now. Whether by train, plane or automobile, visitors are able to…
Why Save the Vancouver Island Marmots?
Why it is important to protect the Vancouver Island Marmots more than the obvious, which are that they are endangered? For some species the balance of…
The View from Here
Let’s face it, my family and I are not the type that sit home and watch television night after night. We love to get out and see the world and…
The Kingfisher, WOW! Experience
There’s something new and exciting happening at the luxurious Kingfisher Oceanside Resort and Spa and it’s definitely not your run of the mill renovation.…
What's Up this Summer
Mount Washington Alpine Resort’s newest attraction promises to be a real high this year. The Resort will set up a bungee trampoline…
Stay & Play! Shop & Dine!
The Comox Valley is looking forward to your visit! Make sure to check out the Comox Valley on your visit to Mount Washington. You’ll find great…
Mount Washington Hiking & Biking Trail Guide 2003
Mountain biking is about to become even more popular and wide-ranging at Mount Washington. Crews will spend the summer season building new trails that…
Strathcona Park Institute Offers Weekend Programs
In spite of the provincial government’s huge cuts to parks funding and staff, along with the annihilation of all park’s interpretive programs,…
Buttle Lake 2003 Map & Trail Guide
Strathcona Park’s Buttle Lake is easily accessible in forty-five minutes from Campbell River on highway 28. The drive takes you alongside the Campbell and…
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Mount Washington Events Guide 2003
There’s so much to see and do on Mount Washington in the summer besides great mountain biking, hiking and enjoying the mile high view following a chairlift…
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Mount Washington Phone Directory
(Area Code 250) Altitude Sport & Gift 334-5721 Ambulance 911 Catering 334-5757 Central Res. 1-888-231-1499…
Explore the "Other End" of Strathcona Park
With 70,000 local and international visitors each year, the Forbidden Plateau area of Strathcona Provincial Park is undoubtedly the most popular. But the…
Profile: Brian Stamp
A simple request for legal advice has turned into a 25-year love affair between lawyer Brian Stamp and Mount Washington Alpine Resort. In 1978, when Mount…
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Winter Wrap 2002 - 03
Mount Washington Alpine Resort enjoyed a near record winter, despite some uncooperative snow at the beginning of the season. The mountain opened 11 days…
Marriage Vows... Mountain Style!
“With this ring, and this spectacular alpine setting, I thee wed.” While such a vow may never have been uttered on the peak, Mount Washington is becoming…
Future Plans Underway for Double Black Diamond Runs
Mount Washington Alpine Resort will develop new black diamond and double-black diamond terrain in the MacKay Lake area – but not this year, says General…
It's a Boy... and more Boys... and Girls!
The Marmot Recovery Foundation is proud to announce the first pair of pups born at the Tony Barrett Mount Washington Marmot Recovery Centre on Mount Washington to…
In Memorium
Longtime Mount Washington skier Herb Bradley – for whom the Bradley Development Centre is named – died May 29, 2003. He was 84 years old. Bradley’s…
Summer 2003: Plenty to See, Plenty to Do
The snow is quickly melting at Mount Washington, and beneath the crystal white stuff is a whole season of summer activities to keep tourists and locals alike busy…
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Tips on Planning your first Summer Mile High Holiday
So, you have decided to spend your vacation on Mount Washington, and you don't know where to stay. The first thing you need to consider is how many…
Bigfoot is Back!
Bigfoot Safari is back at Mount Washington this summer with their popular ATV tours, giving visitors a unique view of the alpine resort. “People…
