Whitewater

Fresh Tracks Cafe EXPRESS is OPEN for Business!

Now you CAN get the delicious food from Fresh Tracks Cafe in the heat of summer, here at our lovely location at 602 Lake Street! 'Read More' for details!

Whitewater wraps up with a Powda-day

Closing day has come and gone at Whitewater (April 7th for those who had their priorities else where) and it sure capped off a great season in a fitting way!

Not just ANY race....

Whitewater Season Pass Holders give back to the community, by racing against themselves!

What a Finish!

Thank You all so much for making our closing weekend such a great time! Incredible atmosphere, huge smiles, lots of prizes and giveaways.

Slush Cup Extravaganza

There's nothing like 19cm of fresh to end the season, it was an awesome day on the mountain. Slush cup was spectacular as usual and enough to distract us from the pow. Here are some pics ...

Closing Day Pow?

As I sit here at work watching the rain outside my window in little ole Nelson I can't help but wonder, will we get pow tomorrow? You see, I just checked the weather report and it's got me excited. Here's a snapshot and a list of what's on for tomorrow …

Summit Chair #1

It's a right of passage for many a wee shredder, your first ride up the Summit!

Closed 'til the Weekend

Due to warming temperatures and the forecast precipitation, Whitewater Ski Resort will be closing until the weekend. The good news is that we will be re-opening Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7 for our closing weekend celebration! 'Read more' for more info on this weekends fun filled festivities!

Summer Lovin' for Easter

This weekend was like having a summer holiday at the ski hill. As if the superb spring skiing conditions weren't enough Whitewater had added some awesome mods. Here are some pics ...

Gentem Bowl Refresh

I cannot remember the last time that I was excited to retire my powder board; actually it might have been never? After this weekend’s sunshine filled bowl session, I was like a giddy kid in a candy store switching over to my park board.

We WELCOME spring with open arms...

We are celebrating the arrival of Spring by giving away a mountain bike!

Gentemstick Bowl & Bank Session.

My initial thought was: “What is a Gentemstick snow bowl and how do I pronounce it?”

Slopestyle RESULTS!

BIG THANKS to everyone who came out. It was a great event, with incredible talent! Here are the final results.....

Sunshine & Powder

Another beautiful weekend up at Whitewater with spring sunshine and fresh, soft snow. Here are some quick pics from today that remind me of why I live here and ski at Whitewater.

Come See Who Has Style on the Slopes

Coming this Sunday, March 24 is the Whitewater Slopestyle presented by Tribute Boardshop. This event will prove to be a show as skiers and snowboarders come out to show their moves in the terrain park!

The Selkirks Rule

Quite simply, without argument, it has to be one of the best mountain ranges in the world.

Winter is Back!

With 23cm of light fluffy POW descending upon Whitewater over the weekend it seems that winter is back in full force.

Rippin' It Up – March Break

It was a sensational day at Whitewater yesterday thanks to 16cm of fresh powder and an afternoon of spring sunshine. The kids on March break were grinning all day. Here's one little guy who ripped fresh lines all morning ...

The Word is Out

If you've read yesterdays edition of the Nelson Star or you frequent the National Geographic website you will already know that ...

Spring breaks loose at Whitewater Ski Resort

It's time for a Spring Sale!

Tight and bright!

What a great theme party today at Whitewater!

Tight n' Bright Dress Up Day

What’s better than skiing you might ask? Skiing in ridiculous outfits.

Whitewater Snowboard Freeride Team In The House!

The Whitewater Snowboard Freeride Team has been working hard this winter and their hard work is paying off. Recently they made the trek over to Big White for their first official BCSA Provincial Series event and not only did they get noticed, they also brought home some results! And here they are....

What time is it!?

You have been robbed! Of sleep that is. A reminder to all those people who are trying to figure out why all their clocks aren't matching up today, that it is daylight savings time and you need to spring ahead one hour. So, accordingly our lift times have changed.....

Tricks AREN'T just for kids.....

Come throw down in the park this spring with the the snow school's adults-only park clinics. No matter your experience level, we'll get you greasing the rails and stomping landings on the booters.

My Coldsmoke Experience

Lately it has been a bit harder for me to feel inspired to go out snowboarding on my days off. I needed something new: a bit of a kick-start.

After the Storm

Not to fret if you can't be there during the big days, at Whitewater there's something beautiful about just missing them.

A Heartfelt THANK YOU to our A.A.B.B.S. Silent Auction Donors!

This community's businesses never cease to amaze us with their consistent generosity, and this year's Coldsmoke Silent Auction in support Avalanche Awareness for Kootenay youth was a huge success!

Coldsmoke 2013 delivered as promised (we told you so!)

Sunday marked the end of the 2013 ColdSmoke Powderfest for another year and this one was another whopper. Just ask Coda in the White Room.

Coldsmoke 2013 Competition Results

The moment you've all been waiting for....The 2013 race results!

Cold Smokin' Good

Serendipity served up 20cm of fresh premium quality powder yesterday morning so we could share the love at Cold Smoke Powder Fest. God it feels good to ski like that after a dry spell. Here's some tips that had me skiing relaxed fresh lines all morning …

Steep Coldsmoke With Eric Pehota

Pemberton-based Canadian ski legend Eric Pehota returned to Coldsmoke this year. Take a look back at this slice of cinematic history--Bill Heath on assignment for Warren Miller.

Who Gives a Tweet?

We are SO excited about the Seventh Annual Coldsmoke Powder Fest that we have decided run a little social media competition.

They don't call it "Coldsmoke" for nothing.

Mother Nature has a track record of delivering the goods for this aptly named event, this year will hopefully continue the tradition.

Chaos in the mountains

Bring on the snow!

The Powder Fest of The YEAR is fast approaching!

Whitewater Ski Resort is proud to host the 7th Annual Kootenay Coldsmoke Powder Fest Febraury 22 - 24, 2013. There is something for everyone, READ MORE to find out what there is for you!

Canada Snowboard Riders is back!

C-S Riders is a national event series that combines snowboarding basics with fun competition. If you’ve been snowboarding for less than three years or are new to competitive snowboarding, this event is for you!

Whitewater Ski Resort - Family Day Discount

Why not spend BC's first Family Day with your SKI Family.....

Smith Optics Junior Freeski 2013 Final Results

It was an amazing weekend with incredible talent...see what the final results were...

Smith Optics Junior Freeski Day 1

A huge thanks to everyone that came out to enjoy a beautiful bluebird day at the first day of the Smith Optics Junior Freeski Open. Some great skiing, as anticipated, and here is who is going to go for the gold so to say in day 2...

We are family.....

I got all my brothers and sisters with me……And if you don’t, who cares, because we’re still going to give you one heck of an excuse to spend your B.C. Family Day on Monday, February 11, 2013 with us. Gather up the posse because we are offering 50% off lift tickets to any B.C. resident……

Gotta Love the Huts

The Kootenays have one of the more incredible backcountry lodge scenes in the world. Submit yourself to seven days of pure bliss.

Smith Optics Whitewater Junior Freeski Open. One Week and Counting.

It’s hard to believe that in one week there will be kids from far and wide that will be charging the mountain in fight for first place in the second annual Smith Optics Whitewater Junior Freeski Open. If you missed the show last year, you better make it this year. ‘Cause it’s gonna be good.

Legends in the Mist

Powder days at Whitewater Ski Resort don't just attract most Nelsonites, but international ski legends as well.

Sunshiny Weekend Ski touring

With the sun finally showing its warmth this weekend (compared to the deep freeze of last weekend) it was time to get a tour in to see what routes still possessed the best lines.

HAPPY WINTER CARNIVAL WEEKEND

Thanks to everyone that made their way up to the mountain yesterday to share in the Winter Carnival festivities. The talent on the snow sculptures was amazing, the competition was tough on the Gericks Summit Cup course and Bessie & the Back Eddies rocked the evening! But the weekend is not over…

Ecstasy at Whitewater

After ten years there are still plenty of new lines to discover and this one was aptly named Ecstasy.

Whitewater's Winter Carnival is almost here!

Whitewater's ode to winter is taking place next Saturday, January 19th and Sunday, Jnauary 20th. Our winter carnival will be offering a variety of activities for the whole family. We will be having fun during the day on Saturday by hosting the Gericks Summit Cup as well as presenting the Snowball Apres Party at night with live entertainment and a buffet dinner. Avalanche Awareness Days will be celebrated on the Sunday throughout the day, so come join in on the demonstrations and partake in the Beacon Olympics to win prizes!

All In A Moment at Whitewater

Discover what a moment at Whitewater Ski Resort is with Freeride Entertainment's latest video "All In a Moment"

National Learn to Ski and Snowboard Week

French fry when you are supposed to pizza? You're gonna have a bad time. Also if you feel buttering is restricted to anything edible, then maybe it is time to get educated in the world of snowboarding. Or if all these food groups are at the top of your dietary intake then get out there and partake in our two for the price of one Discover Ski or Snowboard Lessons Step 1 or 2 for National Ski and Snowboard Week starting this Sunday, January 13th to Saturday,January 19th.

Ski Team hosts first BC Alpine Teck Ski Race

This weekend the Whitewater Ski Team is hosting the first BC Alpine Teck Ski Race of the year, and Whitewater Ski Resort is proud to support the event!

What Just Happened?

The holidays always pass by as an eternal instant of chaos. So here are just a few of the highlights of our holiday season at Whitewater.....

Junior Freeski Registration Kicks Off 2013

Happy New Years Eve and Whitewater wanted to kick off the year of 2013 by opening the registration for the second annual Smith Optics Junior Freeski! Registration officially opens Wednesday, January 2 at 9:00am. Click 'Read More' for details!

The Kids on Tour

With a super solid early season snowpack, it's time to get the teens out into the goods.

HAPPY WORLD SNOWBOARDING DAY!!!

With preparations for todays World Snowboard Day, the park crew have been busy, pushing, leveling, piling, and shaping for the last 4 evenings/days..find out what they have been up to!

Let's Celebrate! Freeride for FREE & Snowboarding!

Tomorrow is the time to celebrate Snowboarding as it is World Snowboard Day. What better way than to celebrate than with Freeriding for FREE! Get inspired and build your skills by joining the Freeride Team!

Christmas Eve Eve - Santa Clause & CHRISTMAS!

Today Santa will be visiting the mountain and we want to give you details on Christmas Day; when Santa will be delivering presents what will us ski folk do?

Batteries not included.

Looking for a last minute gift for the stocking or just a great way to give your kids some independence? Every year our son's great aunt from out east sends him a gift that puts a smile on his face throughout the ski season, it's a gift that keeps on giving ...

Whitewater's Powder Vortex

160cm's of fresh in the last 5 days, need I say more?

Stuck skiing with wife!

Yesterday was quaint.

"It's the end of the world as we know it and I feel fine"

REM's classic line from a few decades back rings true on the eve of the end of the world because if it does end with over a meter of fluffy Pow in the last four days at Whitewater then I hope it ends again next December.

Giant etcher-sketching

Glory side served up one creamy soft-serve after another over the weekend much to the delight of two local little rippers who had set the alarm for 6am to make it for first chair. Their fresh lines were reset today with 23cm of fresh and though we dragged ourselves to school and work this morning the good news is …

Doctor Pow

In the Kootenays not everything is learned at school

Saturday is going to be a GLORY-OUS day!

It is official...the Glory Chair will be opening this Saturday, December 15! Oh, and there is more....have you had your taste of pow chow yet?!

The Backcountry's calling.

The phone's ringing and its for you. Fresh lines and deep POW await but are you prepared to answer?

"The best opening day since 1998 … "

At least that's what I heard in the Summit Chair line-up on Friday morning. So leave your rock skis at home, Whitewater has opened with a festival of powder—pure Kootenay powder!

Opening Day Terrain Announced!

The inquiries have been coming in and the excitement has been growing for this Friday's opening. So what terrain will be opening you must be wondering?! Click 'Read More' for the details!

Kids are ready

The kids are getting stoked to get out.

Does the dance really work?

We all have our own traditions and this one is by far the best.

One week until opening!

See you on Friday, the 7th of December...

Ski Town Throwdown

We can do this people! Powder Magazine is hosting the Ski Town Throwdown on their Facebook Page, and it's time to vote NOW!

How Many Days Left Until Opening?!

The decision has been made for when Whitewater will open for the 2012.2013 season….how many days until the lifts are spinning you ask??? ‘Read More’ to find out….

Countdown to Season On!

With the snow line creeping down the mountains like a magical white blanket beckoning us to get even closer to the terrain, we feel our levels of preseason stoke elevate to the extreme...

The Toboggan Blues

For the littler rippers among us, winter can't come quick enough.

Come get your photos taken!

The office is now open every Saturday 8:30am to 5:00pm, meaning we are open six days a week. Therefore, you can come and get your photo taken and walk away with your pass, ready to ski and/or ride for opening day right now.

Fourth Best Terrain in the West!

SBC Resort Guide places Whitewater 4th in the Best Terrain West category...

ROCKSTAR PARKING TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

Do you want to be able to drive straight up to the day lodge and park front row, every single time? What would you do for such an opportunity?

Thanks for the Support! Ski Town Thrown Down!

All your votes made the difference! But we're not done yet....

Powder Magazine's Ski Town Throwdown

Whitewater Ski Resort and Red Mountain Resort are joining forces in a contest, a challenge, an all-out battle, (comparable to NCAA Basketball's March Madness format) in the hopes of unearthing THE TOP ski area in North America.

Have you visited Fresh Tracks Café Express?

After being open for a few weeks, there are already regular customers who are coming back for favourites. If you haven't checked out the truck, or you know that you are going to be craving something off of the menu before the snow really starts to fall, you need to get over to 602 Lake Street before November 3rd.

Any LITTLE MUCKERS in your ski life?

Kids ages four and five, get 'em on skiis!

Whitewater Mountain Adventure Centre

Helping you get the most out of your skiing and/or snowboarding season...

RBC JUMPS AND BUMPS

BRAND NEW FREESTYLE PROGRAM FOR THE 2012/2013 SEASON!

It's SROAMazing Race Time!

Ate too much turkey and pie this week? Kick your cardio into overdrive, all over Nelson: The 2nd annual SROAMazing RACE is this Saturday!

Job Fair Emails Filtered as Spam?

Attention: Job Applicants! Did you already have a pre-screening interview and are awaiting a reply?

Thanks for the Great Weekend!

Thank you to all of the snow dancers who made our last weekend of early bird sales and our sidewalk sale a big hit. Keep the stoke up with Resonance at the Capitol tomorrow night!

WHY BUY A WHITEWATER SEASON PASS BEFORE THIS SUNDAY?

Reason 1: Five days left (including today) to purchase a pass at the early-bird-gets-the-turns pricing. Reason 2: Early Bird pricing has been extended to our Mountain Adventure Centre program or Shuttle booklets – purchase by Sunday afternoon to save 10%! Reason 3: We have plenty of other inspirations such as improvements on slope, POW CHOW, and warm fuzzies...

The Time Has Come For Your Mountain Update

Ok, ok. Enough about the food truck – WHICH IS NOW SERVING UP DELICIOUS POW CHOW (couldn’t resist!)– let’s talk about what is happening up on the mountain. New runs, more glading, AND a new parking lot?! So much to talk about… ‘Read More’ for more details!

Fresh Tracks Cafe Express is HERE IN NELSON

The hot new Whitewater Fresh Tracks Cafe Express food truck has rolled into town!

1600 Miles To Go

It is all finally coming together as the Fresh Tracks Café Express Food Truck is off on its first voyage, a voyage to its new home. 1600 miles from California to British Columbia - follow us on what adventures it has had on its journey to bring our family, friends, and fans the famous fare they desire.

Early Bird for Two More Weeks!

This weekend marks the middle of September. There is so much to take care of this month, students going back to school, cords of firewood being bucked up…winterizing our homes for…you guessed it - WINTER!!!

Whitewater Shuttle Passes Now Available!

As of last season, Whitewater has taken over operations of the Shuttle that whisks skiers to and from Nelson for epic days of skiing and/or riding. To increase your convenience we are now offering shuttle pass booklets. That’s right, the more you ride the more savings will be applied. What's that? Correct, buy before the early bird deadline and save even more!

We are now accepting resumes for the 2012-13 season!

Whitewater wants you!

We Are Betting Good Luck Comes in Threes!

After two epic back to back seasons and the 2011/2012 season bringing in the largest recorded snow pack in the past ten years, we are gearing up for the anticipated "hat trick"...

Winter Thoughts on a Hot Summer Day

I always find it funny that as soon as the weather gets hot that my excitement for winter starts to build. As I bask in the sun, visions of white and fluffy fill my head. It is for this reason that I find myself with the need to share what us Whitewater folk have are up to during these hot summer days.

June 7th and 40cm of POW!

Winter is not giving up yet, with precip down low and cold up high you know that it is likely snowing at Whitewater.

Our Downtown Office is Moving!

The times, they are a changin'. And so is our downtown office location. That's right, bye bye Victoria Street.

Snow Piggy

Today marks 150 days until the early bird cut-off for seasons passes. Here are next seasons rates and how much you need to save per day if you want your piggy bank plump and ready ...

THANKS FOR THE SEASON!!!

We want to say a HUGE thank you to all of our guests, season pass holders, visitors from away and of course, our amazing employees...

BEACH PARTY Results

What a B-E-A-Utiful day up at the hill on Sunday. It was truly a beach party, everyone was catching serious rays and groomed turns, zinc noses or pink noses.

Wetwater delivers

The Slush Cup ends the season with a splash...

Passholder's Race Results

Thank you to all our Season Passholders that came out today to participate in our Annual Passholder Race. Here are the results....

Your Last Chance for Lift Access

This weekend, including Monday, count them, that's one-two-THREE days: it's what you have left before the hill closes for the season.

10 things to do on the last weekend of the season

For the first time in five years, I am missing the last weekend of ski operations at Whitewater. Yesterday, on my precious last day, I compiled this list of things to do before the last chair of the season. Feel free to add ...

Harper’s Bears Maul Patrollers

Prime Minister Stephen Harper latest trip to China is going to result in a situation of safety management for Canadian ski resorts.

Tribute Throwdown Rail Jam Features and Photos

Getting stoked for tomorrah's Jam?! Here are a couple photos and a list of features...

Banked slalom

The snowbanks are getting big up at Whitewater!

Only 11 Days Left in the 2012 Season

Its hard to believe that there is only 11 more days that Whitewater will have its lifts spinning. 11 days of skiing and tons to keep you entertained when you are not! Find out what we have planned...

Convection = Accumulation

The convective flurry is the delivery truck of mega pow, and it's all about winter getting pissed off at spring.

A Blast from the Past

Browsing through a treasure trove store recently I found a postcard that was a keeper. A vintage Whitewater postcard. The description on the back reads …

March never fails us.

With March now half over the snow continues to pile up, in typical fashion March has not failed us.

Hello 3 Meter Mark

Its official. Whitewater has hit the 3 meter mark. Nope, that is not total snowfall to date, that is just the snow base!

Time's-a-wastin'

What would you do with a free day of skiing?

"I love this place ..."

It's easy to take something you love for granted, especially if it's part of your regular routine. My sister turned up to visit this week from the UK and I had the chance to see Whitewater through fresh eyes again. I counted the number of times she said "I love this place" on the first day ...

Coldsmoke Photos are Smokin'!

Phil Best was on sight and snapping gorgeous shots at last weekend's Coldsmoke Powderfest 2012!

Social Inspiration

When you find yourself out of the mix, the world seems well equipped to inform you of all the fun you've been missing. Seems everyone everywhere is getting some these days. And they ain't afraid to tell you about it.

For the Love of Glory

The newest member of our lift family needs a little love this weekend and we've got a couple of changes you need to know about, read on for details...

Coldsmoke eye candy

It's been an exciting weekend so far at Whitewater with an abundance of pure deep snow. What caught my eye today were the fine specimens on the slopes and in the lodge. It seems Coldsmoke draws the men out of the mountains, you know, the real Kootenay style, salt-of-the-earth variety. Ladies be warned ...

Kootenay Coldsmoke 2012 snapshots

The 6th annual Kootenay Coldsmoke Festival served up more than just great fun.

Coldsmoke Powderfest is HERE!

The wait is finally over as today kicks off the 6th annual Kootenay Coldsmoke Powderfest, are you ready?!

Recent Event Photos are UP!

We have finally got around to loading the photos from our Winter Carnival, including the Summit Cup, and the Smith Optics Whitewater Junior Freeski!!!

How deep is deep?

Well that depends ... today's 15cm+ was knee deep for this 8yo and blowing over his head all morning. Check out this grin ...

Ready? Set? Go! RBC Riders

The RBC Riders program provides opportunities for the champions of tomorrow to get introduced to the sport of competitive snowboarding in a fun and practical way -- coaching, a fun event and prizes all included.

Slopes for Hope Needs Volunteers!

The Canadian Cancer Society is teaming up with Whitewater Ski Resort to present the newest fundraiser in the battle against cancer - Slopes for Hope! This event takes place in just over a month and we need people like you to help raise money for this great cause.

Rental Shop Ski SALE NOW ON!

Check out these amazing deals! Talk to the crew in the Rental Shop to see the ski’s - no reasonable offer will be refused. And to top it all off - all ski’s listed here come with bindings!

School of Pow

My kid wants to be a dirtbag hippy skier dude. Is that cool or what?

Smith Optics Junior Freeski Open Video

The wait is over! Here is the video from the first ever Smith Optics Whitewater Junior Freeski Open presented by Salomon. Thanks to all for such a great event!

My Super Bowl Sunday

Forget sitting inside and staring at a box on a sunny day, for me super bowl Sunday has more to do with Ymir bowl at WH2O. After all, the other Superbowl is just a game, isn't it? I prefer the real thang where the aim of the game is pure fun and there are no losers...

Ski Mountaineering Race Clinic THIS WEEKEND!!!

This clinic is designed to help both new and experienced racers prepare for the ROAM Randonee Rally happening during the Kootenay Coldsmoke Powderferst on February 25th. Hosted by Scott Jeffery and guest coached by Stano Faban...

Whitewater Terrain Park - Features Update

Looking for something to do with all this sunshine? Whitewater Terrain Park is offering beginner, intermediate and advanced jumps, rollers and rails - with 15 features and rollers it's never looked so good...don't forget the sunscreen!

259 for 24

WIth January finally coming to a close the numbers are in and they are pretty impressive...

Smith Optics Junior Freeski RESULTS

Thanks to everyone for an awesome event this past weekend! So stoked to see the young guns out there showcasing their talent - from the local rippers, to those that traveled from all around. See you next year! Click 'Read More' for the final results

First Ever Junior Freeski Open at Whitewater

If you have not yet registered for Whitewater Ski Resort's first ever Big Mountain Jr. Freeski Competition-The first annual Smith Optics Junior Freeski Competition presented by Salomon- (happening this weekend) DO SO NOW! We have a very limited number of spots left...

Summit Chair From Another Mother

When you've got to leave the great goodness of Whitewater behind (especially when it's epic), take solace in the fact that similar gems exist in the ether

Whitewater Terrain Park - Redesigned.

Whitewater has redesigned the terrain park! Check it out and get stoked for the RBC Riders Mini Slopestyle coming up on Sunday, February 19th.

Winter Carnival Countdown!

The excitement is building for this weekends festivities!! Whether you are wanting to race in the Gerick's Summit Cup, sculpt out snow for money, educate yourself on backcountry safety or rock out with Adham Shaikh at the Snowball Apres Party, the WHITEWATER WINTER CARNIVAL is set to help you celebrate all the best things about winter!

Beacon Basin is OPEN!!

With winter well underway it is good to keep your backcountry skills fresh. We have our Beacon Basin open for you to do just that! Also coming up, the Beacon Olympics in celebration of Avalanche Awareness Days and 20 years of public avalanche forecasting at the Canadian Avalanche Centre.

Storm Track...Engaged

Get ready peoples, the jet stream has finally got it's act together. Winter pow sessions pick up again, and it's looking good.

Onhill lodging finally comes to Whitewater

Have you seen the new "dwelling" in the parking lot up at Whitewater? Is this the first of many condos? How many people are in that thing and what the heck is it doing there?

The Upsides of Backsides

We had the pleasure of hosting Anthony Bonello this December, a industry veteran who just experienced the Glory Chair for the first time. Read more to hear about his experience.

Red/Yellow/Blue

The three primary colours that make up the colour wheel - mix and match and you get complementary colours and everything in between. Wear them in the backcountry and suddenly a grey day turns bright.

Top 10 of 2011

Dad dives into the young minds of two Whitewater fanatics on their Top 10 moments/experiences/accomplishments at WH20 during 2011

70 in 7

Mother Nature came to the table for Christmas this year and broke the dry spell just in time for New Years. We made it up there for first chair this morning and boy was she good to us today ...

Merry Christmas from Whitewater!

One more sleep until Christmas! We want to send you the warmest wishes and make sure that you know about our Holidays Hours tomorrow! 'Read more' for details.

Happy Holiday Snow School Days!

Are your kids bored during the holidays? Why not bring them up to ski with the Whitewater Snow School!?! 'Read more' for details.

It's coming. Ohhh... it's coming.

No, not the fat man in the red suit (well he'll be here soon as well) but I am talking about the next big weather cycle.

Mini Shred Don't Care

My 13-year-old only wants to hit jumps with his buddies, but the 8-year-old just wants to shred with dad.

Miles Parker is Whitewater's Rockstar!

Meet Miles Parker the winner of the Rockstar parking spot at Whitewater.

NEW Whitewater Video Released

Everyone remembers Whitewater Winter Stoke. How could you forget?! HOT off the press is Whitewater's latest video compliments Freeride Entertainment.

Santa Clause's visit to Whitewater

Santa Clause was shredding Whitewater today in support of World Snowboarding Day! Check out the photos caught of the big guy.

ROCKSTAR PARKING WINNER ANNOUNCED

Everyone has been patiently waiting for the winner to be announced from the draw last Thursday. Who will be parking with ease front and center at Whitewater this winter season?! The new parking Rockstar is...

GO SNOWBOARDING for World Snowboard Day!!!

Whitewater has tons going on in support of the sport, including Santa snowboarding around the mountain. 'Read More' for details on how we are going to help you get out snowboarding with Santa!

Backcountry Skiing Prepardness Survey a First

Whitewater Ski Resort is very excited to partner with Backcountry Skiing Canada in the first of its kind survey on Backcountry Preparedness.

Have you just won a BCA Stash Squal Pack?

The Backcountry Skiing Canada "How Prepared are You?" survey is in full swing at Whitewater this winter so get involved - and you to can with this pack!

Junior Freeski Registration Set to OPEN

The FIRST ANNUAL Smith Optics Junior Freeski Competition's registration will open tomorrow morning at 8:30am. Click 'Read More' for more details...

Building Blocks

Anything worth doing needs a solid foundation otherwise you could be left with a bunch of pieces that don't really amount to much ...

Vitamin D

Ditched the Christmas crowds underneath the clouds yesterday morning for some pure, unprocessed, preservative-free Vitamin D. Here's a clue on how to beat the winter blues ...

It's Official. We are Opening Officially!

The countdown is over and the season begins. Friday, December 9 marks the beginning of the 2011/2012 winter season at Whitewater Ski Resort. Any one else feel like it is going to be a good one?!

First Day Gathering

The vibe on the first day at the mountain is unforgettable...

A seamless welcome to a seamless winter

Today had me asking myself if summer had ever happened at all, felt like only yesterday we were lining up for first chair. This morning I wasn't the only one vying for first chair of the season, which is not surprising really given the incredible conditions. Here is the Silver King chair line up at 8:40am this morning ...

Wax Em Up

The 2011/12 season is upon us. Time to let the stoke out.

Shuttle Information

How can you get up to the mountain you ask?? Well, click here to find out...

Dec 3 & 4 Sneak-a-Peek Details

The details have arrived for this weekend! Click here to read more...

Pro Delinquent Day

Teachers on strike? Time to let the mountains provide a little education.

SNEAK A PEEK OFFICIAL - Winter is ON!!

It has been CONFIRMED! Whitewater will be spinning its lifts for the first day of the 2011-2012 season for a sneak-a-peek weekend, NEXT WEEKEND, on December 3 & 4, 2011. That means 10 more sleeps until we can load! What will be open you ask?

Testimony to Winter at Whitewater

In the excitement of winters arrival and our soon approaching opening, I thought a refresh of how lucky we are here at Whitewater was in order. Building the stoke and praising ULLR, and is that snowflakes falling from the sky?!

Counting Down

With these cold days and colder nights winter is starting to take hold here in the Kootenays. A sure sign of the coming season is puffy jackets on Baker St. and the daily ritual of checking in on the Whitewater webcam.

Ullr Sightings Now Being Reported

If you have been dreamily staring up at the mountains, wondering how much snow is falling at Whitewater then wonder no more friends, the snow report is up and running...

Where art thou Webcam?

So the inquiries have been coming in as to when our webcam will be up and running and the exciting answer lies within....

Whitewater slideshow

I put together a slideshow to commemorate the first snowfalls of the season. Enjoy, and see you all at the hill!

Whitewater Ski Team Ski & Snowboard Swap

Have the recent photos of Whitewater and the dusting of fresh snow on the mountains got you thinking about your gear for the upcoming season? The Whitewater Ski Team 20th Annual Ski & Snowboard Swap is just around the corner...

NEW Recent Photos of Glory work & SNOW!

Wonder how things are up at Whitewater these days? Check out our new Recent Photos section of our website! First snowfalls and Glory Ridge improvements...who else is stoked for winter?!

Whitewater Welcomes a Sister to the Family

Whitewater could not be happier to now have a new family member. Schweitzer Mountain, our new sister resort, brings a lot to the family.

The Glory Ridge Update

Here is what everyone has been waiting for, the Glory Ridge update...

Looking for the job of your dreams?

'Tis the season for hiring and we are ON IT. If you want the job of a lifetime, at the resort with the deepest hearts and deepest snow apply now.

Rockstar Parking. You know you want it.

You know the moment. The snow is deep and delicious and everyone is making their way up that access road to get to the goods. Smiles. Hoots. Hollers. Then you get to the parking lot. How is it possible to get as close to the lift as possible?! We now have the answer for you.....

ULLR. I call you out.

Is that winter in the air? It is September 1 and I had to scrape frost off of my windshield this morning. ULLR. I can feel your chill and smell your crispness. I call you out.

Reflections of Epicness

It's hot out, real hot. So why am I thinking about cold?

IS IT WINTER YET?!

With the Summer Solstice coming around the corner, I strangely am already looking forward to the deep magical powder of 2011.12. Buy your Season Pass now and pay less for your happy days at Whitewater next season!!!!

Season recap / spring stoke

What a season it was - a little video recap shall we?

ESPN sidecountry stashes

ESPN ranks Whitewater in top 10 "SIDECOUNTRY STASHES"!

Speaking of HOT, look at these job openings!!

With summer comes sun, and who does not love the hot sun? But the sun is not the only thing hot these days...check out the job openings happening at Whitewater!

Thank YOU to our Season Pass Holders: Winners Announced

The wait is over, here is the winners of the Season Pass Holder's Race...

The last day of winter...

I know it's spring already but today up at WH2O it was still winter. It felt like everyone was there to say their goodbyes. Though the weather was chilled (and snowing), the vibe was warm and fuzzy. Plenty were hittin' the Blast for their last run this season. Others were checkin' their speed in the pass-holders race...

Pass Holders Race here I come!

Only one day left to take advantage of the 3.5m snow pack!!! This is one of those days that catches me by surprise every spring... sniff, sniff... Don't know about you but I am taking my chances with the pass holder race – I am totally willing to wager a toonie for a free pass next year...

5 days left of the season, when did that happen?!

It is hard to believe that we are but 5 days until the end of the 2010/11 season...does anyone else feel like it went by way too fast?!

Surfs up!

Today will go down on record. Why, you ask? It was a beach party with 16cm of effervescent powder, bluebird skies, glorious sunshine, perfect temps, great friends, great costumes ...

Whitewater is awarded Business of the Year

Whitewater is proud to accept the Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce business of the year for 2010.

Spring Whippin' Good

Woke up to a sugar-coated Nelson this morning. And Whitewater you ask? Well it was covered in full fat cream. 19cm of it. Yup. See if you can spot my buddies skis whippin' it up ...

Bring on Spring: Beach Party next Sunday, April 3

Come on up to Whitewater next Sunday, April 3 and help us give a BIG thank you to ULLR for an AMAZING winter season, and to help bring in spring! We love you ULLR!

Tribute gets ready to Throw Down

This Sunday Tribute Boardshop will be up at Whitewater for the 7th annual Tribute Throwdown Rail Jam

A Great Spring Break On Big Boards

Today and yesterday at Whitewater was fun because I got to hang out with my dad for Spring Break! But what was the most fun was the two different kinds of skis I got to try. Tuesday I rented some skis from the Whitewater rental shop. Mark and Jason got me some Rossignol 74 Auto Carves. They had a bit of rocker tip and tail. They were better than my other old skis that my dad's friend found in the middle of the forest last summer.

Very Big Year

It's been a season for the ages. Glorious one could say

Cell coverage

Cell coverage at Whitewater.

France meets Whitewater

We had the pleasure of hosting a crew from Ski Magazine based out of Grenoble, France. Here is what they had to say.....

Schools Out, Snow's In!

School break is off to a rockin' start, with weather like this there is no other place to be - man I wish I was a kid again...

Daylight Savings = More Time for Skiing!

This Sunday, March 13 is the day that time springs ahead an hour and that we switch to our spring hours!!

Sweet airs and soft landings

The lodge was overflowing with ear-to-ear grins of all ages over the weekend, these pics will explain why...

Coldsmoke New Media Face-off

Check out the winning slideshow, from Nicolas Teichrob

What a week it's been!

Thus far, March has delivered as usual with 52cm in the last 5 days - and that's not including the dump on Monday. What's all this mean?

Ski Bums Never Die

For those of you who have not yet seen this amazing video...now is the time! Some of Whitewater's finest friends show us what makes this place so very special

Joe has a Blast on a deep, deep day

Sunday at Whitewater Ski and Board Club was very, very fun because I skied The Blast for my very first time, after camp with my Dad. I was very sad because it was my last day with my coach Jeremy. I have hockey on the next two weekends so I can't be there. Jeremy taught me a lot of things and showed me a lot of new runs I never heard of. I was a little confused sometimes, but now I know the trails, so I can go there and rip it up. The snow on Sunday was very powdery and it was kind of hard to ski in. It was up to my hips. Jeremy took us on Igniter, Nugget two times, Gold Pan, Upper Concentrator Trees, Tram Line and Sluice Box Trees were it was really deep. I liked Whitewater Ski and Board Club. Jeremy was very nice to all of us in the camp. I'd like to go back next year.

Cold Smoke Wraps up with a BANG!

Kootneay ColdSmoke Powder Fest wraps things up with 17cm over night and 33cm over the weekend, what a way to wind things down.

Heavy Snowfall Warning for Nelson BC

A heavy snowfall warning is going to leave a powdery taste in the mouth of the Coldsmoke Powderfest

Whitewater Welcomes a Celebration of Powder This Weekend!

The powder has arrived and in no time so will the participants of the Kootenay Coldsmoke Powderfest! Tickets are available at the Whitewater office for Friday night's opener film fest as well as Saturday's delicious Buff-eh and Multimedia face off

Joe's Adventure continues...

So today, my fifth time at Whitewater Ski and Board Club, was a fun day. Before camp I got to go skiing with my cousin Myles from Calgary. We skied together for Friday afternoon, Saturday and Sunday morning before Adventure Camp started.

All Quiet (and Deep) on the Glory Ridge

KMC Board Meeting Yields Sweet Results

The Coldsmoke Countdown is ON

7 days and counting.....

Whitewater Ruined My Life

As I sit here in my high-rise apartment in Calgary, with the Snow Report not even trying to hide on my Favourites bar in Internet Explorer, I come to realize that Whitewater Ski Resort has single-handedly ruined my life. It's difficult to concentrate on daily tasks as I find myself constantly concocting strategies of how and when I can get back to Nelson asap.

Happy Valentine's Day from WH2O

Much love coming your way from Whitewater - specials for couples lessons and a red balloon sale!

Rent to Win!

The Whitewater Rental Shop is making people winners with their free rental draws, first one happening tomorrow!

The Whitewater Experience in the Eyes of a Frenchman

We just had a crew from France visit Whitewater for the very first time and this was their experience...

Slackcountry....or was that Sidecountry?

Definitions of the various 'countries'

Team Freeride

With WH20's new Freeride Team, it's all about the stoke

Sun n' Pow

The classic Whitewater combination came together this weekend to provide some incredible skiing: sun + Pow + Weekend = smiles

The perfect remedy

Yesterday's blue skies and fresh snow were the perfect antidote to a week spent under the clouds.

Calling all ladies...

The "Powder Room" our Ladies Day will be starting the second 5 week session tomorrow Feb 7th. Here is a great chance to get out and ski with other ladies and improve your skiing or snowboarding in the process!

Ski and Board Club Adventure!

Last Sunday, on my third Whitewater Ski and Board Club day of the winter, we went on Nugget, then we went to the Summit side and skied Jackpot and Tomato Road.

Sunday ski

Every Sunday seems to be a big day.

Coldsmoke PowderFest 2011. Here it comes!

Kootenay Coldsmoke Powder Festival Returns to Whitewater, February 25-28 Register On-Line for Four Great Days of How-To Clinics, Equipment Demos, Parties, and Prizes!!!!!

Deep Days

15 down and another 10 forecasted whitewater delivers again.

Winter Carnival Hits Whitewater This Weekend

This weekend Whitewater is the place to be with the Winter Carnival, Balloon Sales, and the beginning of the Tribute Snowboard Freeride Team.

Happy Anniversay Glory Ridge

Tomorrow January 24th marks the one month anniversary of the Glory Ridge Chair.

The two-fer

Now, you be might thinking that today could not have been possibly as good as yesterday, right?

Balloon Sales, Burton Demos and Learning to...

There is lots happening up at Whitewater this weekend, other then great skiing & riding!

National Learn to Ski & Snowboard Week

Thought about trying skiing or snowboarding? Now is the time as it is National Learn to Ski & Snowboard Week!

The Blast Still Rules

A Triple Chairlift All The Way

If you have ever seen the infamous youtube video double rainbow this might seem familiar....

Avalanche Awareness Day THIS Saturday

Come join us for the festivities of Avalanche Awareness Day this Saturday, January 15th!

FREE Snowboard Freeride Day Camp!

FREE Snowboard freeride day camp! Saturday January 15th! SEND IT - The Whitewater Snowboard Freeride Team, in conjunction with Tribute Board Shop, is offering a FREE freeride day on January 15th starting at 10am. This is every young snowboarders chance to get professional coaching from the current Canadian National Alpine Snowboard Coach and Olympian, Mark Fawcett!

The Perfect Storm

It's coming down Kootenay style

WANT TO RIP THE POW THIS WINTER?!

The Whitewater Adventure Centre and Big Red Cats are teaming up for an "only-on-the-powder-highway" experience. Brand new for this season is the Powderhound Experience, a 2 day off-piste and powder based ski and board clinics aimed at getting you to rip the pow!

Ladies Days beginning Monday, Jan 3rd

The first Powderroom session of the season is beginning on Monday, Jan 3rd at 9:00am. If you have been looking for the opportunity to come out and meet other ladies who love to ski or ride then this is the perfect way to do it.

Brave New World

Nelson Falls in Love with a Chair

What a GLORYous Day!

It is official, the Glory Chair is spinning!

Hoots & Woo-Hoo's

"Hoots" and "Woo-Hoo's" filled the valley today as the Glory Ridge Chair opened as a nice pre-Christmas present.

Go Groms Go

The kids are out, and in deep

Glory Ridge First Chair Raffle Winner

I know that you have all been dying to know...who will be the first person to ride up the Glory Ridge chair upon its official opening? The winner is....

Whitewater Snowboard Freeride Team launches

In close partnership with TRIBUTE BOARD SHOP, the Whitewater Freeride Team launches ‘SEND IT’ our most comprehensive Snowboard Program to date!

Santa Spotted at Whitewater

Santa was seen enjoying the slopes of Whitewater today.

Glory Ridge Tentative Opening

The BC Safety Inspection is happening as I type this, and the tentative opening date for the new Glory Ridge chair has been set.

39cm of Fresh Untracked Bliss - Opening Day

Today was Whitewater's first day of full time operations. So how was all of that creamy, fresh, unadulterated, goodness?

Freeride for FREE!

FREERIDE FOR FREE!!!! DEC 18 & 19 The Whitewater Freeride team will be running a free trial weekend coming up this Saturday and Sunday December 18/19. If you are a skier and you have been thinking about joining the Freeride Team, c’mon out on Saturday or Sunday and have a chance to ski with Freeride Team head coach Peter Velisek.

Day 1: Whitewater 2010/11

Last week it felt like it had been forever since skiing off the chair at Whitewater, today it felt like yesterday - just like seeing a great old friend - that stuff that gives you the warm and fuzzies.

Opening Preparations

The countdown is here for the final hours before the first guests load the chair for the 2010/11 winter season.

More Snow & Chairs!

Just returned from Whitewater today (along with 100 other eager souls) and see that in addition to significant snow accumulation there are also Chairs now hanging from the new Glory Ridge Chairlift!

POW Poachers Video

Nov. 19, 2010: The Mo Stash, Whitewater style. Hiked up Prospector area and got some mellow tree skiing and took A Shaft back to the resort base. 120cm at the top and nice coverage. Yeah! Didn't hit a rock until we were near the parking lot. Check out the VIDEO.

The Webcam is back!

The webcam is back up and running! Just in time to show you the transformation into winter wonderland at the ski hill

Glory Ridge Chair Update

With all the hype in town about the epic year on our doorstep and the sure signs of snow topped elephant mountain out the office window – I thought it was time to see what was really going on up at our beloved Whitewater and what the new Glory Ridge Chair was looking like.

Glory Ridge First Chair Raffle

Who is going to be the first person up the Glory Ridge Chair when it opens this season? Perhaps it will be you!

The Countdown

We are buzzing with excitement here at Whitewater with less than 3 weeks until our projected opening date

Whitewater Freeride Team at the Ski Swap

This Sunday, Nov 7th is the annual Whitewater Ski Team Ski Swap at the Hume School. Whitewater will be there with some special incentives for our upcoming winter programs...

Winter Has Arrived!

Whitewater is looking like a winter wonderland with 45cms of snow in the past 3 days!

New Whitewater Lift Towers Toward Completion

Thanks to one of British Columbia’s biggest helicopters and a heap of hustle, Canadian ski history was made at Whitewater Ski Resort, near Nelson B.C., this week. The crew from Fernie-based Summit Lift Company launched the final and most impressive stage of the 2,042 vertical-foot chair’s installation Tuesday and Wednesday.

Big Bird and Mighty Machines

For local little kids and big ones too, all the hub-bub at Whitewater as of late seems like a scene stolen right out of TV show Mighty Machines. (Any dad or mechanically inclined mom who’s saddled up in front of the Treehouse channel with their wee ones will be well-versed in the show…)

Whitewater's Glory Ridge Chair October 16th Update

Things are starting to happen up at Whitewater, the following pictures are from Saturday Oct 16th and you can see that there are a few more structures at the top of the chair now.

Whitewater stoked to have 2 new co-head coaches

The Whitewater Freeride Team and Whitewater Adventure Centre are super excited to announce that the co-head coaches of the inaugural season of the Whitewater Freeride Team will be...

The Name Game

We have a glorious contest that will make you a special part of Whitewater history!

Whitewater Freeride Team Launches!

Whitewater Ski Resort and the Whitewater Adventure Centre are super stoked to officially announce the launch of the Whitewater Freeride Team!

Glory Ridge Chair

We took advantage of the great weather today to head up to Whitewater to see how the new Glory Ridge triple Chair install was coming along.

Glory Ridge Update!

We have had a lot of inquiries lately about the progress of the Glory Ridge Chair installation in the area known as backside. We are happy to report that everything is cruising along as planned and we have poured the last footings with the towers expected to be raised at the end of the month.

Latest update on Glory Ridge Chair

Concrete has been poured, the towers are going up shortly and snow has made its way to Ymir peak. Winter here we come!

Whitewater Winter Folklore

Winter is on it's way and we know this year La Nina is on her way as well. What does this mean for Whitewater you may ask...

Whitewater Winter Stoke

With less than 2 weeks until the early bird season pass deadline...it's time to get your Whitewater winter stoke on! The 2010/2011 season is just around the corner and we couldn't be more excited.

Still good...real good

The spring equinox has come and gone, and with the blooming flowers down below, thoughts of knobby tires, beach days and backyard barbecues are starting to infiltrate peoples minds. Stop the infiltration!

Family Firsts and Middle Aged Memories

It’s that time of year the Pagans and Druids used to refer to as “Imbolc” — the heart of mid-winter. Fact is, after a triad of ski-family firsts over the last weekend, all resulting in considerable Ibuprofen and icepacking for ol’ dad, a guy can’t help but feel more mid-life than Medieval.

Racers coming to Whitewater

Coming this Sunday, February 14th, The Whitewater Ski Team will be hosting 180 racers competing in the West Kootenay Nancy Greene Ski League. Racers between the ages of 4-13 will run slalom and GS courses, competing against team members from surrounding areas. The Kimberley North Star Racers have a team of twenty kids coming for the event. There are 72 kids on the Whitewater team, seeing a jump from 21 kids just two years ago.

Avalanche Awareness for Kootenay Youth

The first year of the AABBS Society has turned out to be a great success. The Avalanche Awareness Beyond the Boundaries Society is a non profit group that provides avalanche awareness training for youth in the kootenays. One and three day training courses have been provided to nearly 100 kids over the '09-2010 season.

Whitewater torched!

It was more like a classic Kootenay party with dancing hippy kids and snowbank firepits rather than an IOC-sanctioned event, but the Olympic Gear-UP Winter Carnival was a great time nevertheless. There was no corporate sponsorship putting a damper on the festivities- just an open invitation for locals to celebrate our own version of the games.

Rossignol and Dynastar's International Team Shred WH20

Coldsmoke coming up

Legendary Norwegian Telemarker at WH2O

Kids Are Stoked

Whitewater opens and I was there! ...or was it a dream?

Whitewater opens this weekend!

Looking good up here!

WH2o Named Best Skiing in North America

"The main street is dotted with organic cafes and there is the constant sound of snow-clearing machines trying to keep apace of the relentless falls. This really is a small town that happens to have a ski hill close by rather than a true ski town, but this only adds to the mystique of this incredible part of British Columbia. The powder is some of the lightest in the world, rivalled perhaps only by Japan's, but it's the back-country that people come for. Ymir Mountain, deep in the Selkirks, dominates the skyline as you peer up from the day lodge. Two rickety chairlifts extend a modest 427m up the slope, but this just whets the appetite for the chutes and bowls above." - Lonely Planet's 1000 Ultimate Experiences

Winter is Here!!!

3 Months of FREE Powder? The Ultimate Blow your Mind Contest

“This place has long been a haven for ski bums from around the world. We’re sharing that adventure through the experiences of one person—the Ultimate Ski Bum. No agenda, no job, just snow, mountains and a road that links it all together,” explains Chris Andrews, Kootenay Rockies Tourism.

OUTDOOR GEAR SWAP - Sept. 27th

Early Birds Catch the Snow