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The Marmot Issue
New Faces In Hospitality
The Hospitality Division at Mount Washington Alpine Resort will see some new faces this winter,” says Tim Defert, Director of Sales and Hospitality Operations.
Past Issues
Tourism Mount Washington Doubles Its Membership
Tourism Mount Washington has doubled its membership in one year, propelling the destination marketing arm of Mount Washington Alpine Resort on the right path, says Manager Sarah Nicholson.
Winter Preview
While Easy Acres and the Magic Carpets are undoubtedly the biggest news for winter at Mount Washington Alpine Resort, some other changes are afoot this season.
The Blairs IN PROFILE
The mountain life suits Lana and Mark Blair, fulltime residents at Mount Washington Alpine Resort. The couple owns Grizzly Alpine Services, which has the transportation contract in the Alpine Village, and Lana is also the representative for Strata 799.
Jesse Percival… Happy at the Helm of Mount Washington’s Pro Patrol
Jesse Percival looks at ease in his small office in the First Aid Building, tucked into a corner of the parking lot below the Hawk Chairlift.
Older entries below >
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 ride to the summit. Here is a list of this summer’s main events.
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.
Marriage Vows… Mountain Style!
“With this ring, and this spectacular alpine setting, I thee wed.”
Future of the Comox Valley Airport up to it’s Citizens
People in the Comox Valley will get to vote on whether or not to fund a new airport passenger terminal on February 15, 2003.
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 places to enjoy a meal, find that special gift or to be entertained.
Len Rossiter receives recognition for his many years of work
Len Rossiter receives recognition for his many years of work.
Mount Washington Pre-Season Pass Sales Increase from 15% ~ 50%
The Hawk High Speed Six Pack is ready to whisk 2400 skiers and boarders per hour to the lower West Basin, increasing intermediate terrain dramatically.
Mount Washington comes close to making Canada’s Top 50 List
Mount Washington Alpine Resort has come just shy of being named a B.C. finalist for the 2002 Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies.
Events on Mount Washington
Events for the season.
Summer 2002 ends with$6.5 million investment
Mount Washington has been busy spending $6.5 million in capital purchases over the summer.
RCMP presence to increase on Mount Washington
After meeting with three strata councils and Resort staff in the past couple of months, the RCMP have agreed to enhance patrols for better police presence once the winter season opens in December.
The Top 10 reasons that Mount Washington switched from “Mt.” to ” Mount” when it created a new corporate logo:
A very serious list of reasons!
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New Faces In Hospitality
The Hospitality Division at Mount Washington Alpine Resort will see some new faces this winter,” says Tim Defert, Director of Sales and Hospitality Operations.