Whistler 2019 - 2020

[LeeLau]

Yeah agreed. Still have the backcountry. Guess I will head back east here in a week or so. Rogers/ golden/Rockies/ k country

Agreed. Doesn't affect me negatively but I feel badly for the many people here for spring break.

[thecazdog]

It's going to impact me and a lot of others on ski instructing courses too. Looks like a season ender except for the BC.

Speaking of which, snapped a photo of some rando folks the other day...

[LeeLau]

It's going to impact me and a lot of others on ski instructing courses too. Looks like a season ender except for the BC.

Speaking of which, snapped a photo of some rando folks the other day...

Thanks for the pic!

[KevLar]

https://globalnews.ca/news/6678728/c...n-ski-resorts/

[robbo mcs]

I don't see any path where it reopens. I also don't see a path where any other BC or AB resort stays open for very long

Yep. I can't possibly see anything that could happen in the next week to make the scenario look any better.

[t.odd]

definitely should've not bought a pass this year

[xyz]

Vail should have just shut down the restaurants and kept the lifts running. Maybe limit the gondola passengers.

[The AD]

At the end of the day it's just skiing. It's not like the entire season was lost.

[Bandit Man]

At the end of the day it's just skiing. It's not like the entire season was lost.

x 2...had a few good days at WB this year, the last one being last week with the family. Hoped for more spring days, but happy we got what we did. Looking forward to 20-21!

[xyz]

On the bright side, it’s the perfect opportunity to do that ‘pure’, self powered spearhead traverse you’ve always wanted to do! Car to car ftw!

[gramboh]

I wonder if there will be much on-mountain ops activity? Would think some folks might jump at the chance to ski some PC terrain on the resort in midwinter conditions. I did see pics of tracks down from Peak (Don't Miss? Not sure) and Satisfaction a few weeks back.

[Dee Hubbs]

It would be a great time to ski all those PC lines you always wanted to.

[scblurlt]

On the bright side, it’s the perfect opportunity to do that ‘pure’, self powered spearhead traverse you’ve always wanted to do! Car to car ftw!

that and the "Neve" would be a great shout

[gramboh]

It would be a great time to ski all those PC lines you always wanted to.

Maybe not actually, read that ops are still working, patrol on hill etc. Better to not cause them any grief.

[raypruit]

what are they patrolling?

[The AD]

what are they patrolling?

So far the suspension is officially only through next weekend, right? We all know the mountains are not going to reopen, but they at least need to maintain that pretext that they could.

[Dee Hubbs]

what are they patrolling?

IF they are going to reopen they need to continue to do Avalanche Control, maintain rope lines, signage, cliff discs, and bamboo.
IF they are going to close for the season all that rope, signage and bamboo needs to be collected.
The crews that are still actively working on the mountain like lift maintenance, vehicle mechanics, building maintenance, cleaners etc all need first aid response, and Patrol are still on the hill to respond to that.

[eldereldo]

Well looks like bike season is just starting earlier. Can’t say that makes me unhappy.

[unclebill]

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[Toadman]

what are they patrolling?

Powder stashes.

[xyz]

Powder stashes.

Standing guard on our PC lines.

Would be rad to be a patroller now if it snows.

[nickinbc]

Avalanche Canada cautioning that - "As always, accurate avalanche forecasts remains our priority. However, the early closure of many backcountry operations, in response to the COVID 19 pandemic, will soon affect our data stream. We are assessing this situation on a daily basis but are expecting an increase in our forecast uncertainty as these closures progress. Our Mountain Information Network (MIN) is going to become even more important than usual. We are actively encouraging all backcountry users to submit their observations. Even the most basic data will be helpful, so please consider posting to the MIN. We are also encouraging avalanche professionals to keep providing whatever data they have."

[LeeLau]

Avalanche Canada cautioning that - "As always, accurate avalanche forecasts remains our priority. However, the early closure of many backcountry operations, in response to the COVID 19 pandemic, will soon affect our data stream. We are assessing this situation on a daily basis but are expecting an increase in our forecast uncertainty as these closures progress. Our Mountain Information Network (MIN) is going to become even more important than usual. We are actively encouraging all backcountry users to submit their observations. Even the most basic data will be helpful, so please consider posting to the MIN. We are also encouraging avalanche professionals to keep providing whatever data they have."

I use the MIN and post as much as possible For some reason many don't even though they're out. If you're unwilling to use the MIN to divulge locations simply put in a general location eg "Central Duffey". If you don't want to go through the litany of checkboxes understand that they're optional and you can file a "Quick Report" . If you feel intimidated about OGRS or technical language simply put what you want to say in plain language. Any information is better than none

[The AD]

Latest release from Vail regarding COVID-19:

Dependent on the situation with COVID-19, and pending weather conditions, we will consider reopening Breckenridge in Colorado, Heavenly in Lake Tahoe and Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia in late April/early May.

Seems like wishful thinking, but at least there's hope!

[xyz]

Latest release from Vail regarding COVID-19:


Seems like wishful thinking, but at least there's hope!

I just can't see the lift ops, restaurant staff etc sticking around for a maybe spring opening. They are likely going home. WB is done for the season.