Whistler Blackcomb in BC, Canada has announced a planned investment of $8m (CDN) for next season, with the money set to go on enhancements to Learning Areas on Whistler Mountain as well as upgrades to decking and patio areas at mountain restaurants.
The ski and snowboard learning area upgrades will involve earthwork in the Olympic Station area to open up more beginner-friendly terrain, as well as re-grading the Olympic and Fantastic runs to make them more accessible to novice skiers and riders.
The resort will be installing two new covered carpet lifts at Olympic Station and 25 new energy efficient snow guns to the beginner area.
Plans also include re-grading the Upper Whiskey Jack run above the Chic Pea Hut to make it less steep as well as adding four new energy efficient snow guns to the area.
All of the projects included in the $8 million investment are expected to be complete by the start of the 2016-17 ski season.
“These plans are designed to improve guest experience, enhance our weather resiliency and contribute to the year-round
