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RE: The Canadian Ski Season

by roremc 24 May 2012

Great advice from TCH7. The jobs you get through the agency setups are usually the worst. As for hills: I would rule out Nakiska, Big…
RE: 14 days in BC and Alberta

by wastle 19 May 2012

It would make a lot of sense to get to Jasper from the west (i.e. Kamloops or Barriere) but that would mean going north from Kelowna which…
RE: Please help review my Vancouver/Rockies itinerary

by markharf 14 May 2012

Hope to Marysville is easy and quick, without much to see or do along the way--3 hours max plus the border. You can bring rental cars…
RE: Please help review my Vancouver/Rockies itinerary

by katherinemw 14 May 2012

There's not much to do around Hope, but it does seem like a reasonable stopping point between Revelstoke and Marysville. To give you…
Re: 5 day trip from Vancouver to Canadian Rockies

by Griffsinmex 10 May 2012

I was born and raised in BC and know most of the province like the back of my hand. I reccomend. (and this absolutely depends on what…
RE: 5 day trip from Vancouver to Canadian Rockies

by tch7 06 May 2012

Assuming you don't have to be back in Vancouver till late on day 6: Night 1: Salmon Arm or Revelstoke Night 2: Lake Louise or Banff Night…
RE: Revelstoke area hiking??

by tch7 27 April 2012

Perley Rock, Glacier Crest, and Hermit are good hikes not far from Revelstoke. They're short but steep, and the scenery is much more dramati…
Revelstoke area hiking??

by kzlucas 27 April 2012

Looking for some hiking recommendations. I have a trip planned to Revelstoke 8/3 – 8-8. Last September I mountain biked Keystone Standar…
RE: Ski Season, Banff Oct 2012

by tch7 14 April 2012

Sunshine typically has better snow than others in the area (Nakiska, Norquay, Louise), but I'd concur with littlechilds' recommendations…
RE: Ski Season, Banff Oct 2012

by littlechilds 13 April 2012

I guess the only thing good about Sushine is its close to Banff, prob why its recommended, and its a big-ish hill. Banff has dozens of…
RE: Ski Season, Banff Oct 2012

by littlechilds 13 April 2012

Hi there, October is cutting it close for applying for work. Be sure to go to each ski resort online which you are interested in and…
RE: International Selkirk Loop - What not to miss

by trekker502 12 April 2012

If you Google "International Selkirk Loop Map" you will see that it includes details and 6 Super Side Trips. The northernmost part --…
RE: Road trip from Vancouver to Calgary

by tch7 24 March 2012

All of the potential routes are interesting. Personally I'd opt not to stray too far from the Trans Canada and do an up and back detour…
RE: Canada Snow Season 2012/13

by scottishsnowangel 22 March 2012

Hi, I would have have to agreed with littlechilds for the mostpart. Yes Whistler is great, but it's expensive to live there and during…
RE: Canada Snow Season 2012/13

by littlechilds 22 March 2012

First, why is Whistler at the top of your list. Is it because of the hill itself? Do you ride extensively?...or is it for the hope you…
RE: Roadtrip from Vancouver to Banff in late April - early May

by living 22 March 2012

If you get blue skies you will see some of the most spectacular mountain scenary in the world. Then again, it could be grey and gloomy.…
RE: Aussie Chick Working Holiday 2012 begining in Vancouver - A few Questions

by lucinda_tait 20 March 2012

Don't bother with whistler, it's super expensive and fancy ! - nice if you have lot's of cash I guess ? I'd find an awesome small town…
RE: Aussie Chick Working Holiday 2012 begining in Vancouver - A few Questions

by littlechilds 19 March 2012

Banff and Revelstoke are completely different towns. Ones touristy and caters to the international "rich" market. Revy is solid....lots…
Re: Work for stay in wilderness British columbia

by Homelandaway 19 March 2012

Hello, We read your posting and thought you should know about a place we helped at a couple years ago in B.C. This fellow has a place…
RE: Aussie Chick Working Holiday 2012 begining in Vancouver - A few Questions

by upupandaway2012 19 March 2012

Hi Guys! Thanks so much for your info!!! A friend also recommended Revelstoke. I havent done any research into that place yet, but seen…
RE: Aussie Chick Working Holiday 2012 begining in Vancouver - A few Questions

by littlechilds 19 March 2012

1. September is a bit early to start looking for winter seasonal work, but earlier is better then later. 2. Sorry, not sure. 3. So…
RE: canadain road trip

by littlechilds 18 March 2012

$50 a day?? Yikes, that will be tough...even with greyhound. I agree, greyhound will be dropping you off in inconvenient areas, and…
RE: British Columbia trip

by Trevor_Amundrud 14 March 2012

Revelstoke is a beautiful town that is on the way from Banff, and only a short distance out of the way from Jasper. It has nearby glaciers…
RE: British Columbia trip

by littlechilds 12 March 2012

Skiing...no. Hills open in November/December. Even Whistlers glacier is closed at this time. Jasper/Banff are in Alberta. To better…
RE: Road trip East to West Canada

by Trevor_Amundrud 11 March 2012

Buying a cheap car isn't a bad option, if you are okay with the possibility of breaking down, and the possible cost and/or inconvenience…