Ivey Network British Columbia

Saturday March 31, 2012

Come join us in Whistler on Saturday March 31st for a thrilling, fun-filled day of skiing, snowboarding and socializing with your fellow BC Ivey alumni.  Not into schussing down the slopes?  Don’t worry, Whistler offers a variety of other invigorating activities, and you can still join us for drinks at the après-ski, presentation, and group dinner.

Out-of-town Ivey Alumni welcome; significant others and families invited.

Our planned activities include the following; participate in as many (or as few) as you wish–it’s up to you.

SKIING / SNOWBOARDING:  Here’s your chance to experience the best skiing that Whistler and Blackcomb have to offer, in small groups guided by a pro.  Even if you are already an advanced skier/ boarder, your guide will take you to secluded, untouched areas that you would otherwise not have the opportunity to experience–that’s right, we’re talking about the freshest powder on the mountain!  On top of that, you will also receive lift line priority and first-class instruction during the day.

APRES-SKI & PRESENTATION:  After a long day on the slopes, there’s nothing like a little “après-ski” to help soothe tired, aching muscles.  So come, sit back, and relax over drinks in the FireRock Lounge, as we talk about the day and recover from all that vigorous exercise.  A leading Whistler personality will be on hand to make an informal presentation about the current business environment at the mountain, followed by a group discussion.

DINNER:  What better way to top a memorable day on the mountain than with a delicious, multi-course prix fixe dinner from Ka-ze, Whistler’s renowned Japanese restaurant.  Mmmm…  this is one dining experience you definitely don’t want to miss!

 

EVENT DETAILS

Lift Pass

• – You are responsible for obtaining your own lift pass for this event, available online HERE.
  – The mountain offers a discounted pass for $77, subject to a minimum group size.  If you wish to buy a pass, let us know on the electronic registration and we will let you know if our group qualifies for the discount.

Guide & Lessons

• – The charge to cover the cost of the ski pro is $120 + HST per person (**this does NOT include the cost of a lift pass).
• – Skiers and snowboarders should be of intermediate ability (comfortable on blue runs) or better.
• – We will meet at 9:15 am in front of the Snow School cabin 50 meters to the left of the entrance to the Whistler Village Gondola.

Equipment Rentals

• Discounted equipment rentals may be available, subject to final group size.  Let us know on the registration if you plan to rent equipment and we’ll inform you if our group qualifies for the discount.

Lunch

• – If you are skiing with a guided group, your pro can make a group reservation for an à-la-carte lunch in one of the sit-down mountain restaurants ($15-25).
• – For those skiing on their own, there are a variety of mountain restaurants to choose from.

Après-Ski

• – Time:  approximately 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm
• – Presentation:  4:00 pm to 4:30 pm, followed by a Q&A period
• – Venue:  FireRock Lounge in the Westin Hotel, about 100 metres from the Whistler Village Gondola entrance
• – Drinks and snacks will also be available for purchase, on your own account.

Dinner

• – Venue:  Ka-ze Japanese Restaurant, Westin Hotel
• – Time:  7:00 pm, casual dress
• – Price:  $60 + HST, all inclusive
• – Menu includes:
• – Grilled fish and chicken
• – Assorted sushi / sashimi
• – Japanese hotpot (nabe) featuring Alberta beef and assorted vegetables cooked in broth, right at your table
• – Pre-arranged menu options available for vegetarian, gluten-free and other special diets; please inform us on the registration if you have any dietary restrictions.

Accommodation

• – We have obtained a group rate for rooms (both studio and 1 bedroom) at the Cascade Lodge for both evenings of Friday March 30 and Saturday March 31.
• – Our block is available for booking until March 1, on a first-come, first-served basis.
• – Please refer to our e-mail announcement for reservation details, or else contact us if you do not have them.
• – CLICK HERE for the Cascade’s website

Waiver

• All participants must sign a waiver of liability.

 

CLICK HERE to register for this event NOW!

If you have any questions, please CLICK HERE to contact us.

LINK to Whistler Blackcomb website