| A few miles off the heavily traveled Highway 99, as | | | | a Remote Wilderness Lodge that allows visitors to |
| the legions head to the populous slopes of the world | | | | the Callaghan Valley to stay in this pristine Valley |
| famous Whistler-Blackcomb ski resort, a brave few | | | | while they ski. |
| with a sense of adventure and a passion for self | | | | The Whistler Nordic Centre project includes the |
| propelled recreation in an authentic, natural setting | | | | construction of access road upgrades and parking |
| explore the accessible yet remote wilderness of the | | | | areas, and three permanent stadium areas for Cross |
| Callaghan Valley. | | | | Country, Biathlon, and Ski Jumping, each with a |
| Cross country skiers | | | | spectator capacity of 12,000 (achieved through the |
| There are Miles, or kilometres, of classic track set | | | | provision of temporary seats and standing areas) In |
| cross country ski trails track throughout the Callaghan | | | | addition, 50 km to 100 km of new trails, 90 M and |
| Valley area. There are endless skiing opportunities | | | | 120 M ski jumps and a Biathlon facility will be built. |
| here for cross country skiers of all abilities. The rolling | | | | Various temporary and permanent facilities including a |
| terrain is perfect for beginner and intermediate skiers, | | | | Nordic day lodge, sport operation buildings, and |
| while advanced skiers will find challenges galore with | | | | maintenance facility will also be constructed. |
| the incredible variety of terrain. This is some of the | | | | Construction of the Nordic Centre is should be |
| best cross country skiing in Canada | | | | completed by June, 2007 and will cost over $100 |
| Popular trips for Nordic skiers include skiing out to the | | | | million. |
| base of a stunning glacier or along the shores of a | | | | The eventual goal of the Whistler Nordic Centre plan |
| frozen alpine lake. In the spring, skate skiing is also an | | | | for the Callaghan Valley is to create an accessible, |
| option if the weather co-operates. | | | | world-class destination for all of the Nordic sports, |
| While the best cross country skiers in the world have | | | | and to maximize year-round use of compatible |
| to wait until 2010 in order to experience the Nordic | | | | outdoor recreational and sporting activities, such as |
| skiing here, those seeking a great workout close to | | | | mountain biking and walking trails during the |
| Whistler can experience it all winter long for the next | | | | summer” .. To that end, there is already a |
| few years. | | | | number of great summer activities here, including |
| Of course, shoe shoeing is also a popular option in | | | | hiking, hele-hiking, fishing, wildlife viewing, and |
| this region. | | | | photography. Depending upon the year, the alpine |
| Backcountry skiing – Telemark and Alpine | | | | skiing season can last well into the spring on the |
| touring | | | | glaciers and mountain peaks. Callaghan Valley is also |
| The Callaghan Valley, with its expansive terrain and | | | | situated cloe to the "Outdoor Recreation capital of |
| high vertical drops, is also a prime backcountry ski | | | | Canada" - Squamish BC [ |
| touring destination. Whether you use alpine touring or | | | | Callaghan Country Lodge |
| telemark skiing gear, an hour or two of gentle | | | | A longtime anchor for this area is the Callaghan |
| climbing can lead to those stellar, smooth runs | | | | Country Lodge, a deluxe Mountain Lodge that boosts |
| through gentle powder that only the few who know | | | | comfort and hospitality to the adventurous who |
| the magic pull of ski touring ever have the chance to | | | | make it to this remote region far enough away from |
| appreciate. There are numerous popular runs and | | | | roads, traffic, and power lines to make one really feel |
| treks based out of the Callaghan Country Lodge that | | | | they are “away from it all”. The high |
| can give some of the best days or partial days of ski | | | | alpine lodge nestled in a grove of Yellow Cedars |
| touring available on our planet, whether you are | | | | gives the feel of being in Whistler before Whistler |
| looking for steep or gentle runs. While many opt for | | | | existed. |
| self guided travel in the Valley, there are also guides | | | | Callaghan Lodge is a finely crafted 5,000 square foot, |
| available to ensure that everyone gets the best out | | | | 3 story Whistler ski lodge boasting exceptional |
| of their time here. | | | | mountain views from all of its large windows. |
| The Olympics | | | | This mountain lodge features a large and relaxing |
| When Vancouver, BC hosts the Winter Olympic | | | | lounge area where over-stuffed couches and |
| Games in 2010, all of the Nordic events – | | | | armchairs are comfortably adjacent to a beautiful |
| Nordic (cross country skiing), Biathlon, and ski jumping | | | | stone fireplace. |
| will be held in the Callaghan Valley. New facilities are | | | | The mountain lodge currently offers accommodation |
| currently being constructed in the Madeley Creek | | | | for sixteen in eight private rooms, however with 3 |
| Basin. Once the facilities are complete, this will be the | | | | pull-out couches throughout the facility, up to 22 |
| premier location for cross country skiing in Canada. | | | | people can be accommodated quite comfortably. It is |
| The Nordic centre will be located approximately 8 km | | | | a a fantastic Whistler ski lodge in the true Whistler |
| from Highway 99 (22 km from Whistler Village), and | | | | backcountry. |
| about 14 km from The Callaghan Backcountry Lodge, | | | | |