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Child Tax Credit Information
The children's fitness tax credit lets parents claim up to $500 per year for eligible fitness expenses paid for each child who is under 16 years of age at the beginning of the year in which the expenses are paid.
Uranium Mine Proposed Near Big White
Sparton Mining plans to develop BC's largest known source of Uranium 50km from Big White Village.
Death toll from Australian blazes hits 173
Victoria fires: 173 dead, towns ruined, police chase arsonists.
New Fire Hall Approved
The RDKB is happy to announce the profit of many year negotiations.
Foam Ceiling
Fraser Urethanes sprayed 5 1/2" of 2 pound closed cell foam to the roof of unit 500 (roof on East block of building).
2008 RDKB Vote
Regional District of Kootenay Boundary held elections on Saturday Nov. 15 2008. Big White is in Electoral Area E, where incumbent Bill Baird (411 votes) from Greenwood defeated Bill Bosovich Rock Creek. Mr. Baird will serve for a 3 year term (to Dec. 2011).
Whitefoot
Information on the Whitefoot Lodge at Big White, BC, Canada.
2009 Flu Vaccine
All 3 components of the 2008/2009 vaccine have changed from the previous year. It is an inactivated (it does not cause infection) vaccine.
Powder Hounds Adaptive Ski Club
I was pleased to be able to meet, ski and speak with Jon who organizes the Adaptive Ski Club program at Big White. His compassion and commitment to helping people with disabilities has inspired me to get more involved with the program next ski season. The smiles I`ve seen on the faces of people who either have skied in the past or are enjoying the new experience of the guided ski experience that is offered at Big White have made me think that the challenges that these people have overcome make my life`s challenges seem minimal in comparison. I admire the courage that Jon`s guests have grown to encompass their deficits and still get out in the snow and sunshine to experience the beauty of the Monashee mountains. I also admire Jon`s dedication to making other people experience joy and a sense of freedom from a somewhat limiting style of life. The Powder Hounds Adaptive Ski Club and People in Motion BC, works to integrate persons with disabilities and encourages physically challenged individuals and their families to participate in and contribute to their communities as much as they desire. People in Motion BC is a "NOT for profit organization" that helps individuals with a disability to enjoy life to it's max. Either by assisting them with sports like skiing, hiking, basketball, curling, golf etc. They also provide transportation or lend equipment to the members. The Province of British Columbia, the United Way of the Central & South Okanagan/Similkameen and private donations provided the funding to purchase the adult equipment. Members may arrange to borrow this equipment or the illustrated Equipment Loans Catalogue (in print or CD format), by contacting the People In Motion office at: Tel: (250) 861-3302 Email: info@pimbc.ca or info@peopleinmotionbc.ca I encourage people with disabilities to contact this program and get out to enjoy our Big White Mountain.
Ladies Day Potluck Dinner
Mary Wilson hosted a Ladies Day Potluck Dinner at her lovely Aspens Building home. She planned for a fun filled evening with a presentation from a "bagpipe" playing ski representative. We were shown some top of the line skis, sports products, clothing, and pampering bath salts and lotions. Appetizers were followed by a lovely meal and a delicious baked fruit dessert. Mary held a draw by donation for door prizes with the proceeds going to the local ski school to help a child learn to ski. The proceeds were given in at the next ladies day luncheon down at Happy Valley. I think we all had a sense of giving to such a good cause and Mary arranged for all of us to receive different gifts for our donations. We were entertained by a talented bagpipe session and a great evening was had by all the ladies that attended. A big thank you goes to Mary Wilson for her efforts to socialize with the level 6 ladies day skiers and help the local ski school teach the children to ski.
Live Music at Swiss Bear Restaurant at Chateau Big White
Swiss Bear owners, Amanda and Pucci, have set up a lovely opportunity to relax after skiing and listen to live music from 4:30 to 6:00PM every Monday until the end of the season. Come and join the friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Ski straight in on the Plaza chair lift, listen to great music AND be able to have a conversation with your friends. They have also created a uniquely tasty apres ski menu. Chef HansPeter offers both North American and German cuisine in a European atmosphere with a stone fireplace, cuckoo clocks and a few friendly bears to greet you on your way in. The dining room overlooks the central village at the top of the Plaza Chair and offers a stunning view of the Monashee mountains. Start your day with a healthy breakfast, stop in for a lunch break and finish with a tasty evening dinner. Chef Hans's signature dishes of Cheese and Chocolate fondue make sharing with your friends a different experience on the mountain. Bob, the bartender, offers apres ski Gluvein and cocktails that allow an opportunity to chat in the bar area, prior to dinner. The dining area seats 108 guests and lends itself to families, couples and fine dining. Specialized functions for large groups offer a choice of set menus.
The Sun Pit at Raquel's Pub
After having a beautiful day skiing in the sunshine here at Big White, I headed down the Perfection Run for some fun at Raquel's Pub "Sun Pit". Paul and Gordon were busy cooking and serving drinks outside. Great tunes played while Paul cooked up his "famous" carmelized onion topping for the different meat that was on the outside BBQ. Tasty cheese burgers, smokies, and chicken breast burgers are available outside this year. Cold beer and ciders/coolers are on ice in the sun pit with picnic tables that allow for a view of the setting sun. This is truly a lunch time/apres haven for skiers/boarders and walk in visitors for President's week which is this week. The snowboarders up the hill approached the jump just outside the sunpit, flying through the air with cheers from the crowd outside. Monday - at Raquel's offers Jager mania with mini burgers on special and foos ball tournaments to bring you to the end of your day. Tuesday - offers Big wing night for $3.50 for a plateful with domestic bottled beer on special and a pool competition starting at 8PM. Wednesday - is Raquel's finish off to our local ladies day with their "not so ladies night" with beer drinking competitions, teams of two females against each other, sawing logs, drinking a pint and punching on the punching bag with prizes from our local spas, beer sponsors and of course Paul's famous "Coltino's restaruant meals. Thursday - features Boat Races and meet the pirate! Get your teams together and come thirsty. Pizza slices are featured for $2.00. Friday - is the traffic Light party shooters with DJ Evan playing all the great tunes. Saturday - DJ Evan rocks Raquels again with Paul's famous wing night. $3.50 for a plateful. Sunday - STAFF APPRECIATION NIGHT! $3.00 PINTS, FREE POOL, NACHO'S AND SALSA, DOUBLE CAESARS AND LONG ISLAND DRINKS ON SPECIAL AS WELL AS HIGHBALLS Come and join Paul and Sarah to celebrate the sunshine and the approaching spring weather at the best sunshine pub on the mountain.
Beautiful Big White by Horse Drawn sleigh Rides with Jim
What a beautiful way to see the lower trails of Big White! Quiet, pristine wilderness with fresh snow and lovely trails invite romance, tranquility and peace of mind. Come and enjoy a tradional Canadian Sleigh Ride through beautiful Big White. At the base of the gondola, Jim offers 30 minute and 60 minute horse drawn sleigh rides leaving from Happy Valley Day Lodge. Hot chocolate is usually offered with the one hour rides with opportunities for lovely holiday pictures. Please layer your clothing and hiking boots are recommended. Blankets are provided. Prices are $10 per person for 30 minutes and $20 per person for the one hour sleigh rides. Children under 5 ride for Free. Group bookings for up to 16 people may be available. Rides leave between 1PM and 4:00PM and 5:00PM and 7:00PM daily. My friend, Roxanne in the picture, can't wait to ride again! Please check with the activities desk in the Village Centre Mall
Australians truly know the meaning of our 'Loose Moose'
Australia Day was celebrated in it's true form, all over the mountain!
Proprioception
Study shows 85% reduction in ankle sprain recurrence with off season proprioceptive training.
FREE MOUNTAIN TOURS with the SNOWHOST PROGRAM
If you are not familiar with Big White’s downhill terrain, the mountain offers a complimentary, stress free way to see the mountain with our friendly Snow Hosts. We offer these group tours based on the different ability or comfort levels that people like to ski in Big White’s conditions.
Big White by Snowshoe
Just to the left of the bottom of the Gondola, my friend and I crossed a little bridge and passed a smaller ice rink with little skaters learning to skate on a sliding walker aid. We turned right there and headed down the small hill. It was fun to see the people standing on the "magic carpet" lift as it pulled them up the other side of the hill. At the bottom of the hill, we took a right onto the side of the cross country trail, where a cross country map is posted. We decided to go out for one hour on the side of the cross country trails in the deeper snow. It was a real challenge to pull my legs through the deeper powder, invigorating! I love Big White! The cross country trails are so beautiful this time of year. The quiet, peaceful, white blanket of snow and trees decorate your journey. I highly recommend seeing some of Big White's lower areas by snowshoe.
Media Statement from Big White Ski Resort – Parachute Bowl Avalanche Incident
Shortly before 11:00 am on Sunday, January 6th, 2008, an avalanche occurred at Big White Ski Resort at an in-bounds area known as the Parachute Bowl, which is serviced by the Cliff double chairlift . . .
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