Friends of the Whistler Weasel Workers and some Great Resources

Listed below are some of the many friends and supporters of alpine ski racing and volunteer race workers in Whistler.  Our relationship with some of our supporters goes back over thirty years.  Please use the links below to visit the Web sites of our supporters and if you meet them in person, please thank them for their years of help.

CAST Members Whistler Merchants Mail Order  Resource & Miscellaneous
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Skiing News Alpine Ski Racing Ski Clubs Ski Associations Web Hosting & Web Design
Ski Equipment Adaptive Ski Programs Ski  Directories  Weasel Websites Ski Racing Equipment
 Whistler Services

Dusty's Bar and Grill in Whistler CreeksideWhistler-Blackcomb - Canada’s premier ski area, located in Whistler BC. Home to the world famous Dave Murray Downhill course.  In 2010, Whistler Mountain will host the Winter Olympic Alpine Skiing events.  Whistler Mountain is a long time supporter of ski racing and a very good friend to the Whistler Weasel Workers.    See  FIS World Cup 2008

Riverside Campground in Whislter BCRiverside RV Resort and Campground   - Whistler's only RV Resort & Campground, a destination resort with on-site recreational facilities including Riverside Greens, a professional real grass putting course.  The Riverside campground has long provided accommodation to volunteer race workers and is a generous supporter of the Whistler Weasel Workers and of alpine ski racing in Whistler.

Junction Cafe  - located at the Riverside Campground, Colin Pitt-Taylor's Junction Cafe is a favorite among Whistler locals, a great spot for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner.  Colin is an old friend of the Whistler Weasel Workers and helps us with our Volunteer dinner each year.    On the Riverside Campground home page click on  "Junction Cafe" .

Carney's Waste Systems in the Seas to Sky CorridorCarney's Waste Systems  - serving the Sea to Sky corridor for over 35 years, Carney's provides a complete line of  Waste, Recycling and Compost Services, including landfills in Whistler and Squamish and Transfer Stations in Whistler, Pemberton and Devine.  Carney's is a long-standing supporter of the Whistler Weasel Workers and of alpine ski racing in Canada. Over the years, Carney s has provided many services to Weasel events, including countless hours of volunteer labour, professional and waste services of many kinds, and  financial support.  Most important of all, President, Owen Carney has provided his unstinting personal leadership of the Whistler Weasel Workers for many years, almost since the group's inception.
 
Century Signs of Squamish and Surrey BCCentury Signs  -  based in Squamish and in Surrey BC, Century signs offers a complete range  of  sign systems, awnings, light aluminium structures, industrial fabrics and large format printing on a wide variety of banners, posters, vehicle graphics, illuminated  displays.   We also develop a wide range of signage  and fabric products  for  heavy weather Mountain Resort applications.    Century Signs of Squamish BC has long been a generous supporter of the Whistler Weasel Workers and of alpine ski racing in Whistler.  

Dusty's Bar and Grill in Whistler CreeksideWhistler Resort and Club  - a Value Whistler BC Hotel Motel for Budget Travellers , Whistler Resort and Club is a valued supplier of accommodation to volunteer race workers.  Located in Creekside, next to Hoz’s Pub and Restaurant,  the Whistler Resort and Club is just a short walk from the Creekside Gondola and Dusty’s Bar and Grill, where volunteer race workers meet each morning.

Dusty's Bar and Grill in Whistler CreeksideDusty’s Bar & Grill - Creekside   - Located on the original Whistler townsite, Dusty's Bar & Grill sits at the foot of the Dave Murray Downhill and is home to the locals' après-ski scene.   For 30 years, Dusty’s has been the morning meeting place for volunteer race workers on their way to the hill, and a popular stop-off place at the end of the day.  For every major race, Dusty’s has loaned equipment and provided marvellous support to the Volunteer Hospitality Tent.


Canadian Alpine Ski Team (CAST)

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Canadian Alpine Ski Team Member Web SitesCanadian Alpine Ski Team Member Web Sites   -  please visit  our page of links to the personal Web sites of members of the Canadian Alpine Ski Team.  Also watch for our coverage of the progress of the team, brought to you by people with special insight into  team activities.   The Whistler Weasel Workers are strong supporters of our National Team.  We urge you to support the team.

Men
Manual Osbore Paradis     Mike Janyk        Robbie Dixon       Paul Stutz      Jan Hudek     Gareth Sine     JP Roy
Trevor White       Patrick Biggs       Ryan Semple       Francois Bourque       Erik Guay       Stefan Guay
Jeffery Frisch      John Kucera      Brad Spence      

Women
Britt Janyk      Brigitte Acton    Emily Brydon    Kelly Vanderbbeek     Genevieve Simard     Shona Rubens  


Whistler Merchants

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Wild Willies Sports ClubWild Willies Ski Club   -  located  at Nesters, in Whistler Village and at Creekside,  is the only establishment in Canada to receive a Gold Award from Ski Magazine twice for our commitment to excellence and to have won Pique Newsmagazine's Best Ski Shop award for 5 consecutive seasons. Wild Willies is rates as one of the 10 best boot-fitting shops in North America by Powder Magazine as well as the #1 Ski Shop by Which booke (UK) and awarded it's Golden Ski Award.  During race events, Wild Willies in Creekside offers great ski tuning services to Weasel Workers at very special rates.  

Creekside's premier food marketCreekside Market   -  Welcome to Whistler's Creekside Market. We are the new full service Grocery store located in Franz's Trail, Creekside supplying fresh produce, fine meats and seafood, locally baked goods, artisan bread, an extensive Deli counter and more!   The  Creekside Market  generously shares  its customer parking space with the Weasel Beer  Tent, an ancient tradition of the Whistler  Weaswel Workers.    The Weasels  greatly appreciate the friendly support and assistance provided by the Creekside Market.    

BC Alpine Ski Association

Provincial Ski Associations

 
BC Alpine   -  home to alpine ski racing in British Columbia .   BC Alpine strives to develop ski racers to have fun through competition, to be of the highest quality, and to be adaptable as they progress through the system.  BC Alpine is a great source of skiing news from BC , the CAST and throughout  the skiing world.
Alberta Alpine Ski Association
Alberta Alpine   -   the governing body for alpine ski racing in the Province of Alberta. The Association represents over 30 ski clubs province wide and coordinates and supports skiing development and racing programs for athletes starting at age 5 through to adult ages.

Ontario Alpine Ski AssociationAlpine Ontario Alpin  -  as the recognized Provincial Sport Organization (PSO) and promoter of competitive alpine ski racing in Ontario, AOA represents four divisions, 45 member clubs and over 30,000 active athletes, coaches and officials (volunteers). AOA coordinates several successful programs across the province and continues to foster the development of "state of the art" ski-racing programs from the grass roots level to the elite level.

Alpine Ski Racing

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Whistler Mountain Ski Club
Whistler Mountain Ski Club  - since 1968 the Whistler Mountain Ski Club has been Developing Champions!  WMSC is dedicated to the development of snow sports (specifically Alpine Ski Racing) from entry level ages to Masters in all  disciplines. The Club  created and runs The Sierra Wireless Whistler Cup, which has evolved into a world-class juvenile event.In 2007, this event attracted over 400 racers from 20 countries, promising some of the best competition in the world for young alpine ski racers. The Whistler Weasel Workers have their firmly roots set  in the earliest days of the WMSC, and today many Weasels are club members and active in its activites.  The Weasels salute the WMSC for the success of its ski programs. The WMSC have a  proud record of developing  alpine ski racers who have been successful on the CAST.

Red Mountain Racers logoRed Mountain Racers  -  dating back to the 1940's,  the Red Mountain Ski Club has put more athletes on the Canadian National Alpine Ski Team then any other ski club in Canada.  The small mountain town of Rossland has a long history of strong community  support and involvement, and this has had a huge effect on the success of Red Mountain ski racers,.  To date , Rossland has generated over 35 National Team and Development  Team members.  For over 50 years, National Team members have been returning to Rossland to coach and inspire the next generation of Red Mountain Racers.  Over 30 Olympic, World Cup and World Championship medals have been won by Red Mountain Racers.
 
Banff Alpine Racers logoBanff Alpine Racers & Bow Valley Quikies @ Norquay
 - a ski racing club with programs that build upon a strong foundation and the use a systematic development system allowing young athletes to maximize their personal development through sport. One of our principle mandates  is to make skiing and ski racing accessible to a large number of families.  Our success depends on the active participation of parents in various fundraising and volunteer activities, which is greatly appreciated.
Ski Ward Race Team
Ski Ward Race Team   -  a member of the the Eastern Massachusetts Buddy Werner League, the SWRT draws from a number of  ski areas northeast of Boston.   The Ski Ward Race Team is open to children and teenagers who are interested in skiing competitively.   The competition season consists of eight races (Slalom and Giant Slalom) that take place on Sundays starting in early January.   The program includes regular training and an end-of-season league championship.  SWRT events are  run by volunteer race workers.

Modern Ski Racing ClinicsModern Ski Racing  -   brings you the most comprehensive recreational racing resource. We're in the business of making you ski faster. The mission of MODERN SKI RACING is to share with recreational skiers and racers the technical principles that make such upper level skiing possible, and to make available a means for those recreational level skiers to assimilate those technical skills into their own skiing.  Modern Ski Racing Team offered two unique Race Camps geared for both Recreational and Master level Racers at Wolf Mountain Ski Area, in Eden, Utah, host mountain to Modern Ski Racing's permanent training centers.


Ski Racing Equipment

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Alpina Safety SystemsAlpina  Safety Systems  -  safety net systems for ski runs and alpine ski racing including A-Nets, B-Nets, Crowd Control Nets and a variety of other safety equipment.    Alpina has supplied safety net systems for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, to be held on Whistler Mountain.  These Alpina net systems were in use for the 2008 Telus Whistler World Cup and the 2008 Canadian Alpine Ski Championships.  The Whistler Weasel Workers Training Section  contains information about Alpina A-Nets and B-Nets.

World Cup Supply logoWorld Cup Supply  -  offers a complete inventory of equipment and supplies for alpine ski racing.  WCP provided SPM Airfence safety systems for the 2008 Telus Whistler World Cup alpine ski races at Whiatler Mountain.  


Adaptive Ski Programs

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Whistler Adaptive Ski ProgramWhistler Adaptive Sports Program (WASP) Whistler Adaptive Sports Program (WASP) is a not-for-profit society that provides year-around, recreational programs for people of all ages with disabilities.  The Whistler Weasel Workers salute the many WASP volunteers who can be seen in action on Whistler daily during the Winter months, and now during the Summer months, as well.  WASP has recently become involved in alpine ski racing and snowboard racing, running the Adaptive Alpine Race Development Program. Each April, WASP hosts the Annual Rotary Recreational GS for Disabled Skiers.

DisabledVancouver Adaptive Snow Sports (VASS) runs skiing and snowboarding programs for persons with a disability at Grouse, Seymour and Cypress Mountains.  VASS makes the mountain experience accessible to all.  We welcome students of all ages and disabilities and utilize adaptive equipment and/or specialized teaching techniques to maximize a person’s independence on the snow.

DisabledDisabled Skiers Association of BC (DSABC) offers a number of ski programs throughout British Columbia. Depending on the need in various Zone areas, DSABC runs a variety of alpine and nordic programs. The eight zones are responsible for the learn-to-ski programs in their region. The specifics of each program may differ according to the zone.

VancouverVancouver Island Society for Adaptive Snowsports (VISAS) Based at Mount Washington Alpine Resort, Courtenay, B.C. on Vancouver Island., we focus on providing Nationally Certified Snowsports Instruction to physically or mentally challenged persons.  We are here to help you accent your abilities in a fun and encouraging environment.  Membership is open to disabled persons of all ages who wish to ski a group of trained volunteer instructors who offer quality individual instruction accent on ability.

Silver Star Adaptive Snow SportsSilver Star Adaptive Snow Sports (SSASS) was founded in 1992 as a local association of volunteer instructors who wished to share their joy of snow sports by teaching people with disabilities. We provide ski and snowboard lessons for students of all ages with a variety of disabilities.   Students range from complete novices to advanced skiers/snowboarders and include residents from the Thompson-Okanagan area, grade 6 and 7 students from local schools, as well as ski area guests who come from all over the world.

Canadian Association for Disabled SkiersCanadian Association for Disabled Skiing (CADS) is a volunteer based organization having as its main objective, assisting individuals with a disability to lead richer and fuller lives through active participation in recreational and competitive snow skiing and snowboarding. CADS is a national organization with 1,130 disabled members and 1,900 able-bodied volunteers from all regions of Canada, committed to the idea that Skiing is for Everyone.

Adaptive Action SportsAdaptive Action Sports (AAS)   Adaptive Action Sports creates programs and opportunities for individuals with permanemt physical disabilities to participate in 'action sports' and or the art and music scene that follows them.  Together with Windell's Ski and Snowboard Camp, AAS sponsors a biannual Mt Hood-based Freestyle Session allowing the addaptive shredder an opportunity to ride with the Pros and to sharpen their skills.  

Ontario Disabled Alpine Racing teamOntario Disabled Alpine Racing Team (ODART)-  a not- for-profit organization whose mission is to Educate, Promote and Develop Elite Disabled Racing Athletes in .   Through the assistance of sponsorships and donations, our members train, compete and promote alpine ski racing locally, Provincially, Nationally & Internationally.



International Paralympic CommitteeInternational Paralympic Committee (IPC) - The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) is the global governing body of the Paralympic Movement. The IPC organizes the Summer and Winter Paralympic Games, and serves as the International Federation for nine sports, for which it supervises and co-ordinates the World Championships and other competitions. In 2009 the IPC World Cup comes to Whistler Mountain.  The Whistler Weasel Workers will be there to assist with the preparations.

Disabled Sports USADisabled Sports USA   (DS/USA)  -  Our Mission: "To provide the opportunity for individuals with disabilities to gain confidence and dignity through participation in sports, recreation and related educational programs."  Originally established in 1967 by disabled Vietnam veterans to serve the war injured, DS/USA now offers nationwide sports rehabilitation programs to anyone with a permanent disability. Activities include winter skiing, water sports, summer and winter competitions, fitness and special sports events.

 Skiing News and On-Line Magazines

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First  Tracks Online Ski Magazine -  The ski and snowboard world at your keyboard.

Ski Racing Magazine  -  The Journal of  SnowSport Competition - an online, international ski racing industry report with World Cup race results and up-to-date coverage of all major alpine, nordic, freestyle and snowboard events.  



Ski Clubs

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Apex Ski Club of Penticton BCApex Ski Club -  Located on Apex Mountain, just west of Penticton, the Apex Ski Club is dedicated to the promotion of alpine skiing for youth living in BC's sunny South Okanagan.  The Apex Ski Club strives to make skiing a life long sport for its youth, to develop skiing abilities, to provide quality alpine race training experiences and to have FUN along the way.  The Apex Ski Club sponsors racing programs for all ages from 11 yrs  through to adulthood.


Cypress Ski Club of West VancouverCypress Ski Club -  At Cypress Bowl, in West Vancouver, BC, the Cypress Ski Club  offers on-snow and dryland programs for young skiers all the way from the Alcan Nancy Greene junior skiers, through the juvenile racers to young adults racing in  national and international competition.

Big White Racers of the Kelowna Ski Club   
Big White Racers -  The Kelwona Ski Club, under the Big Racers banner, offers on-snow and dryland programs for young skiers all the way from the Alcan Nancy Greene junior skiers, through the juvenile racers to young adults racing in  national and international competition. The Big Winter Racers compete each hear at the Whistler Cup international juvinile races, when they are always a  force to be recognized.
 
Grouse Mountain Tyee Ski ClubTyee Ski Club -  North Vancouver's Grouse Mountain Tyee Ski Club, located minutes away from downtown Vancouver BC., is one of the longest running ski clubs in Canada  The Tyees have a rich history and currently has the biggest membership base in British Columbia.  The Tyee Club  develops the physical and ski specific qualities of kids aged 6 thru 14 (Nancy Greene Ski League, K1 and K2 programs).


Alpine Ski Club of Bloomington IDAlpine Ski Club -  The Alpine Ski Club of Bloomington Indiana is a dynamic organization dedicated to the enjoyment of winter sports such as alpine skiing and snow boarding, good fellowship among skiers and friends, and activities that bring members together throughout the year.  The Alpine Ski Club belongs to the Ohio Valley Ski Council which organizes races for member clubs


Mt Washington Ski ClubMt Washington Ski Club -  Located on Vancouver Island, west of Comox, near beautiful Strathcona Park, the Mt Washington Ski Club provides a high quality and affordable competitive ski program that: builds character and self-esteem in participants.  The available ski programs range from the Nancy Greene Ski League through Kinder and Junior programs, and include a more general "All Mountain" program."    The Club is the home of the  Mt. Washington Marmots, a well  known and much respected organization of volunteer ski race workers.   

Mail Order - Ski & Outdoor Gear

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Backcountry RacksBackcountry Racks -   is run by a small group of guys in Missoula, MT.  We are skiers, bikers, hikers, boaters, and backcountry travelers.   BCR offers the largest selection of car and truck racks in Montana.  We stock racks, cargo boxes, gear baskets, hitch racks, bike racks, ski & snowboard racks, kayak racks, canoe racks, pet barriers, cargo liners, spare parts, locks, keys and accessories.  We ship to Canada

Resources & Miscellaneous - a variety of interesting links

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Natives.co.ukNatives  -  UK-based seasonal workers' web site - all about ski jobs, summer jobs and working in resorts .  From Scotland to the French Alps.   Help plan your walkabout.

Snowgo  -  British weblog dedicated to reading, writing and riding.    A snowboarding blog  active since the 1990's.  
Virtual Library of Sport
Virtual Library of Sport  -  the one-stop shop for quality sports resources on the internet .  Global links to key resources in all sports.


Ski and Snowboarding Directories 

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Ski Central ski directory
Ski Central
 -  The #1 Search Site for Skiing and Snowbioarding.   Extensive listings for Resorts, travel, Lodging, Gear, Backcountry skiing, Ski clothing and much more.


Weasel Web Sites

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Phil Hunt's blog -  Phil's experiences as a Weasel Worker during the 2008 Telus World Cup.


Whistler Community Services and Information 

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Whistler Community Services SocietyWhistler Community Services Society  (WCSS) -   supports social sustainability in Whistler by providing programs and services that improve the ability of Whistler community members to meet their needs and enhance their lives. WCSS  programs include  a Food Bank, community Greenhouses, Re-Use It Center, Youth Outreach,  Employment Rescource Centre,  Santas Helpers,  and many others.  Our programs rely on  volunteer participation.

Whislter Arts CouncilWhistler Arts Council  (WAC) -  a registered charity that builds and integrates arts into the fabric of the Whistler community.  The WAC producse a number of festivals, events and programs throughout the year.  WAC programs include the Children's Arts Festival,  Art Workshops on Alta Lake and Street Entertainment.

Whistler Central ReservationsWhistler Reservations  -  official portal for reservation services as well as information on  What's New in Whistler,  Whistler Village, Arts and Culture, Nightlife and Apre Ski, Dining and Restaurants, Statistics and Facts about Whistler, the 2010 Winter Olympic Games,  Maps, the Squamish Lil'wat Native community,  accessibility for the disabled and local weather.

Whistler Question NewspaperQuestion Newpaper  -  serving Whistler and Pemberton.   Whistler's oldest newpaper. On-line and printed news on everything that's going on in Whistler and Pemberton BC, along with  editorial comment, letters, sports, entertainment and an entire classified section.  

Pique Weekly Newsmagine of Whistler BCPique Newspaper -  Whistler's  weekly newsmagazine.   Complete entertainment, news and sports listings for Whistler and Pemberton.  Letters, Feature |Articles, Sports, Entertaionment, Community events, Classified, on-line publication and photo gallery.

Tourism WhistlerTourism Whistler -  everything you need to plan and book your vacation in Whistler, summer or winter.  TourismWhistler.com provides a one-stop resource for all visitors to Whistler, including  weather, accommodations,  trip planning, things to do, events, skiing conditions, on-line bookings of hotels and flights and access to special pricing packages.

Whistler 4 KidsWhistler 4 Kids  -  where to go with kids in two.  The ultimate insider's guide to celebrating family life in and around Whistler.  Indoor and outdoor activity,  child care,  kids camps,  resources for parents,  information about Squamish and Pemberton., sports to share with kids, and more.



Web Hosting and Web Design

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Ori Roth Computer Services
Ori Roth Computer Services  -  Ori Roth's OK Valley Web Hosting provides complete Web hosting services to the Whistler Weasel Workers.  One could not ask for better and more friendly service and support.   Located in Naramata, BC, ORCS also provides Web Site design and  networking  services.


Ori Roth Computer ServicesWWWdesigns  -  Custom designed Web sites to meet every need and friendly support to clients of Ori Roth's OK Valley Web Hosting services.    WWWdesigns is a very good friend to the Whistler Weasel Workers and a supporter of alpine ski racing activities in Whistler.and of sailing in BC's beautiful Lake Okanagan

Ski Equiment Suppliers


Banff Ski Rentals
Banff Ski, Snowboard and Bike Rentals   -  The Ski Stop offers ski, snowboard and bike rentals in Banff, Alberta.   Ski Norquay, Sunshine Village or Lake Louise  on Ski Stop equipment.  Meet the Whistler Weasel Workers early each ski season as they assist with the Lake Louise World Cup downhill.


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