GayWhistler's WinterPRIDE 2011 Festival Guide by GayWhistler

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WinterPRIDE Activity summary Monday Canadian Snowmobile Adventures Callaghan Cruiser Snowmobile Tour

Tuesday Canadian Dog Sled Adventures Trappers’ Run Dog Sledding

Wednesday Canadian Snowmobile Adventures Wilderness Run Snowmobile Tour

Thursday Canadian Snowshoe Adventures The Medicine Trail Snowshoe Tour ZipTrek EcoTours Eagle Tour

Friday Canadian Dog Sled Adventures Trappers’ Run Dog Sledding

Saturday Canadian Snowmobile Adventures Wilderness Run Snowmobile Tour

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Welcome to Whistler! We are so excited to have you in our resort for the 19th anniversary of the annual Gay & Lesbian Ski/Snowboard Week - WinterPRIDE 2011. During this week, as well as throughout the entire year, Whistler welcomes you with open arms and respect. We have programming, both on and off the slopes, including sightseeing on the world record breaking Peak 2 Peak Gondola a perfect way to say “Kia ora!” to the Air New Zealand Hostesses found on top of Whistler & Blackcomb mountains! Experience the new BMW X3 on location at the Whistler Conference Centre - some of our guests will have an opportunity to get picked up at the airport and brought up to Whistler in style! Make sure you try some of our culinary programs including the Barefoot Wine & Bubbly Mixology and Wine seminars. Enjoy some of the featured Finlandia vodka, Southern Comfort, and Jack Daniel’s cocktails or perhaps try the locally brewed Whistler Beer! WinterPRIDE 2011 has some amazing talent on board including the brash New Yorker Michele Balan that will have you rolling in the aisles at the Comedy Show. To the main stage we are thrilled to welcome super star DJ’s JC Simon ARCADIA, Ted Eiel, and Eddie Baez. Special guest performances by Zyara, Diamond Minx, Maggie Pie, and the drag divas Tyra Sanchez, Symone, Kendra Doll and Buster Cherry! Did we mention the hot Celebrities Go Go dancers?! Thousands of dollars worth of prizes including trips like a stay for two at the Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort Aruba, merchandise like a pair of Salomon Shogun Skis and more! We invite you to participate in our annual festival that celebrates diversity and inclusivity. Grab some friends or strangers and try a “Shot Ski”, get dressed up or dressed down, have fun and most of all please respect each other and our mountain community of Whistler. Play safe and create epic memories! Remember Think Snow, Think WinterPRIDE. Warm regards,

Dean Nelson Ken Coolen Executive Producer, CEO Executive Producer, COO Alpenglow Productions Corp. dba GayWhistler Suite 1025, 106-4368 Main Street | Whistler | BC | V0N 1B4 | CANADA

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A Message from the Premier January 2011 As Premier of the Province of British Columbia I am pleased to welcome everyone to the 19th annual Gay Whistler’s 2011 WinterPRIDE festival. I would especially like to welcome those who are experiencing Whistler for their very first time. As you will notice, this was the hub of 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games’ sports and entertainment, and there are reminders of that exciting BC experience throughout the Village. I understand that the events you have scheduled will provide attendees with a variety of exciting entertainment. I am sure everyone will have a great time enjoying the events and the camaraderie. I would like to commend all those who have worked hard in the planning of this year’s event and hope everyone enjoys their time at our world renowned year-round sport and leisure location. Sincerely,

Gordon Campbell Premier

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A Message from the Mayor January 2011 Dear Guests of WinterPRIDE: Whistler is proud to welcome back WinterPRIDE. We embrace the diversity that the LGBTT community represents, and we work with our partners to make Whistler an even more inclusive mountain resort community. I was pleased to participate in the opening of the 2010 Pride House Whistler at the Pan Pacific Village Hotel. It was a first in the history of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, and the organizers are to be congratulated for its great success. Whistler is very proud of its role in those extraordinary Games and recognizes the contribution to inclusivity represented at Pride House. We hope you take the time to explore all of the beauty and unique experiences our resort has to offer. Enjoy world-class Nordic skiing in Whistler Olympic Park, incredible alpine skiing adventures, canopy tours, snow shoeing in the Ancient Cedars forest or the wide variety of spas; fine dining, shopping and exciting nightlife you have come to expect. Most of all we hope you enjoy your Pride experience. Have a wonderful holiday and we look forward welcoming you again perhaps this coming summer when Vancouver and Whistler host the 2011 North America Outgames, July 24-31, 2011. Warmest regards,

Mayor Ken Melamed

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A Message from Tourism Whistler January 2011 Dear guests of WinterPRIDE: Welcome to Whistler! As the President and CEO of Tourism Whistler, I am honoured to welcome you to the resort. This is an exciting time to be visiting Whistler. Last year, the community welcomed the world as Host Mountain Resort for the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games and this winter, we continue to celebrate all that is Whistler. As a result of its involvement in the Games, the resort benefited with substantial amenity improvements and additions including the improved Sea to Sky Highway, the Whistler Olympic Park Nordic Centre in the Callaghan Valley, the Whistler Sliding Centre on Blackcomb Mountain, the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre and the Passivhaus at Lost Lake Park, a self-heating, cooling and ventilating building which was the nation house for Austria and the home of the Austrian public broadcaster ORF during the Olympics and now serves as a permanent building for the Whistler Nordics and the Whistler Off Road Cycling Association. Indeed, Whistler offers a vast array of activities, cultural events and dining, shopping and nightlife options – all of which will make your Whistler visit a memorable one. In addition to enjoying your time on the mountains and in the village, I encourage you to visit our Olympic legacies while you are here. WinterPRIDE was an important partner in the 2010 Winter Games, organizing the first ever PRIDE House which provided a place for everyone to enjoy the fun and celebratory spirit of the Games with family and friends. WinterPRIDE continues to be a vital resort partner and plays a significant role in promoting the resort’s culture of diversity and unity. I extend congratulations to the event organizers for the continued success of this event and for the ongoing efforts to raise awareness of Whistler. Tourism Whistler is a proud partner of WinterPRIDE and we look forward to continuing to work with organizers on this successful, vibrant event. I hope you enjoy your time in Whistler! Sincerely, Barrett Fisher President & CEO, Tourism Whistler

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Your Mountain Hosts

Travelocity “Never Roam Alone Ski & Snowboard” Guides An army of volunteer ski & snowboard guides are ready to show you the best of Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains. This is a complimentary program that gives you the opportunity to ski/ride with other guests with like abilities, make new friendships and create epic memories! Never Roam Alone!

Event Key Hospitality Suite / Ticket Centre / Retail Ski / Snowboard Events

Entertainment Nightlife

Après-Ski

Culinary Track

Non-Ski Outdoor

Workshops

Snow / Adventure Tours

Health & Wellness

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WinterPRIDE Mixed AprÈs Ski No doubt one of the most popular social events of WinterPRIDE is the Après Ski Events. This is an opportunity for everyone to come together and recount the day’s adventures, meet old friends and get acquainted with new friends. Great door prizes and special guest appearances, so show up early and stay late! 3pm - 6pm.

Sunday, January 30th

Thursday, February 3rd

Mixed Après @ CBB’s at the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa

Mixed Après @ the Whistler Conference Centre

Monday, January 31st

Village T-Dance / Mixed Après @ the Whistler Conference Centre

Tuesday, February 1st

Mixed Après with Special guest: Tyra Sanchez @ the Whistler Conference Centre

Wednesday, February 2nd

Mixed Après @ CBB’s at the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa

Mixed Après @ Merlin’s at the base of Blackcomb Mountain Mixed Après @ the GLC at the base of Whistler Mountain Mixed Après @ the Bearfoot Bistro

Friday, February 4th

Saturday, February 5th

Sunday, February 6th

Guest Relation Hours

Sunday 2Pm-8pm | Monday - Wednesday 8am-6pm | Thursday & Friday 8AM-8PM | Saturday 8AM-6PM | Sunday 10am-1pm Guest Relations: Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa - Cheakamus Room (lobby). Open for all your Ticket, Activity and Pride Retail needs.

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Saturday January 29th, 2011 9PM-4AM RELEASE - Avalanche Party

Details: Vancouver’s kick off party to WinterPRIDE 2011 with special guest performance by RuPaul’s Drag Race 2010 winner: TYRA SANCHEZ. Location: Celebrities in Vancouver Door: $15**

Sunday January 30th, 2011

2PM-8PM

Guest Relations & Ticket Sales

Location: Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa, Cheakamus Room Details: Join us in our Hospitality Centre at the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa where you can pick up your event tickets and learn more about the festival. 3PM-6PM Après Ski

Location: Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa, CBB’s Details: Kick off the week at a Whistler’s classic - the CBB’s Door: Complimentary 8PM-10PM

10PM-1AM

Welcome Party

Location: Whistler Conference Centre, Grand Foyer Details: Come and meet up with new and old friends. Door: $15** (includes access to Welcome Dance) Welcome Dance

Location: Buffalo Bill’s Details: The party continues on for those that want to shake things up! Door: $10**

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Monday January 31 st, 2011 8AM-6PM

Guest Relations & Ticket Sales

Location: Blackcomb Mountain, Glacier Creek Lodge Details: Everyday we have an army of volunteer ski/snowboard guides that will tour similar skiing/riding ability guests around the massive mountains. The perfect way to meet up with new & long time friends in a safe and welcoming environment. 1PM-3PM

Callaghan Cruiser Snowmobile Tour

Location: Canadian Snowmobile Adventures at the Carlton Lodge Details: Journey through the pristine Callaghan Valley to the historic NorthAir Goldmine site for a fabulous introduction to the backcountry. Follow wide, winding trails to an open play area. Experience the perfect mix of easy riding and spectacular scenery – ideal for first time snowmobilers. Cost: $149* 3PM-6PM Après Ski

Location: Merlin’s at the base of Blackcomb Mountain Details: Enjoy this new WinterPRIDE location at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, wicked patio, legendary Nachos! Door: $12**

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Monday January 31 st, 2011 6PM-10PM Dine Around

Location: Bavaria Restaurant - 4369 Main Street | 604.932.6009 Players Chop House - 2075 Lake Placid Rd #201 | 604.938.1270 9PM-2AM

Monday Martini Party

Location: Village Nightclub - 4222 Village Square Details: Are you Dirty or Dry? Shaken or Stirred? Twist or Olive? Fruity or Traditional? Enjoy martinis your way and mingle with the crowd and start the week off with some delicious Finlandia Vodka martinis. DJ Laela serves up some Funky House... Electro House... DIRTY SEXY BEATS that make you get your groove on!!! Door: $15**

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Tuesday February 1 st, 2011 8AM-6PM

Guest Relations & Ticket Sales

Travelocity Never Roam Alone Ski Guiding

Location: Canadian Snowmobile Adventures at the Carlton Lodge Details: A real CANADIAN experience. Let your eager and powerful dog team lead you into the magnificent old growth forest of the Callaghan Valley. Stop for a warm up at a trapper’s cabin on Totem Pole Lake and learn about the history of the Canadian fur trappers. Join your professional musher in harnessing and staging the dogs, learn the commands and feel the thrill of driving your own team. Relax with your friends as you ride a mellow mix of open and winding trails for an unforgettable winter journey, with plenty of photo opportunities. Cost: $175* (per adult based on two per sled) 3PM-6PM Après Ski

Location: GLC - Garibaldi Lift Co aka “The Gay Lesbian Club” Details: A true Whistler icon and centre stage for the 2010 Olympics. Join us slope side on Whistler Mountain for this classic Après Ski locale. Door: $12**

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Tuesday February 1 st, 2011 6PM-10PM Dine Around

Location: Aura at Nita Lake - 2131 Lake Placid Road | 604.966.0600 Ric’s Grill - 4154 Village Green | 604.932.7427 8PM-11.30PM Tuaca Talk WinterPRIDE Fondue Snowcat Tour

Location: Canadian Snowmobile Adventures at the Carlton Lodge Details: Experience the serenity of the high alpine, the twinkling lights of Whistler Village and the active nightlife of Blackcomb Mountain, all from the comfort of CANADIAN’s luxury, heated 19 passenger snowcat. This is the most deluxe and cozy way to travel to an alpine dinner on a brisk winter evening. Enjoy complimentary Tuaca shots and Barefoot Wine’s Sparkling Pinot Grigio! Cost: $169** 9PM-2AM Echo Valley Cowboy & Cowgirl Party

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Wednesday February 2nd, 2011 8AM-6PM

Guest Relations & Ticket Sales

Location: Canadian Snowmobile Adventures at the Carlton Lodge Details: Carve your way through the remote backcountry of the Callaghan Valley to CANADIANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rustic cabin on Sproatt Mtn. Rugged BC wilderness surrounds you while you ride through thickly forested trails and across frozen lakes. Discover awe-inspiring landscape experience the excitement and freedom of a truly CANADIAN backcountry adventure. Cost: $189* 1PM-3PM

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Wednesday February 2n d, 2011 3PM-6PM Après Ski

Location: Bearfoot Bistro Details: Expect another fantastic après party at the Bearfoot Bistro with great music and amazing food from Executive Chef Melissa Craig. Enjoy Canada’s only vodka ice room and coldest room worldwide: the Belvedere Ice Room. Door: $12** 6PM-10PM Dine Around

Location: 21 Steps - 4433 Sundial Place | 604.966.2121 Quattro at Whistler - 4319 Main Street | 604.905.4844 9PM-2AM

Southern Comfort Gender Bender Party

Location: Garf’s Whistler Details: A night of cross dressing and festive reveling at Whistler’s hottest night club - Garfinkes. Hosted by Kendra Doll and Buster Cherry; DJ Drew is sure to get you groov’n on the dance floor. Presented by Southern Comfort you can expect a lot of laughs and many libations! Prizes for best Drag and more… Door: $20**

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Thursday February 3rd, 2011 8AM-8PM

Guest Relations & Ticket Sales

Location: Canadian Snowmobile Adventures at the Carlton Lodge Details: Walk through a forest full of mystery along an old trapper’s path. Learn traditional knowledge while you snowshoe and sample healing teas from plants that grow along The Medicine Trail. Travel deep into a special ancient forest in the Callaghan Valley. Hear a brief history of the area’s traditional uses and ways of the past. Let your imagination go as you gaze upon giant cedar, fir and hemlock trees that provide a canopy high above. Finish back at the caboose for a rejuvenating snack by the fire. Cost: $89** 10AM-2PM Travelocity Never Roam Alone Ski Guiding

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Thursday February 3 rd, 2011 12PM-3PM

ZipTrek Eagle Tour

Location: ZipTrek EcoTours at the Carlton Lodge Details: Fly like an eagle on Ziptrek’s canopy adventure. Five incredible ziplines including the longest and fastest around. Whiz through the forest on the 2000’ awe inspiring monster that drops over 20 stories! This tour is perfect for those who have already experienced Ziptrek’s Bear Tour or are seeking even more heart pounding adrenaline. On this tour you end your adventure by zipping all the way back to Whistler Village! Cost: $119* 2PM-4PM

Barefoot Mixology

Location: Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa Details: Mixology with wine - not your mother’s white wine spritzer… Join the Barefooters as they teach you how to take that bottle of Pino Grigio and create fun and fabulous cocktails. From the perfect Sangria to the Moscato Moji-toe, learn to make and of course sample some great creations and take home the recipes! Cost: $20* 3PM-6PM Après Ski

Location: Whistler Conference Centre Details: Are you a Barefooter? The Barefoot team is on site handing out some samples to whet your palate! Finlandia Cocktail specials and more. DJ Tim Livingstone. Door: $15** 6PM-10PM Dine Around

Location: Araxi Restaurant + Bar - 4222 Village Gate Square | 604.932.4540 Hy’s Steakhouse - 4308 Main Street | 604.905.5555 Whistler Tasting Tours (See Guest Relations to reserve your spot, limited space) This tour is a progressive dining experience at four award winning restaurants.

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Thursday February 3 rd, 2011 7PM-8PM

Location 8PM-10PM

Comedy Reception Whistler Conference Centre Comedy Night with Michele Balan

Location: Whistler Conference Centre Details: Hosted by Vancouver’s Drag Diva Symone; Whistler welcomes the hilarious and brash New Yorker, Michele Balan! Balan was one of the four finalists on NBC’s Last Comic Standing and has since gone onto Comics Unleashed. Balan can be seen darting around the world headlining in comedy clubs, theaters, and cruises. Presented by Barefoot Wine & Bubbly Sponsored by The Whistler Question Newspaper Door: $50** WHISTLER’S AWARD-WINNING NEWSPAPER SINCE 1976

10PM-12AM

Gina Noelle Daggett - Jukebox

Location: Aava Whistler Hotel Details: Join Gina Noelle Daggett for a wine & cheese with an exclusive booking reading from her new novel “Jukebox”. Door: Complimentary 10PM-2AM Holiday Inn SunSpree Aruba Pool Party

Location: Meadow Park | Shuttle Pick Up @ Hilton Details: Let’s get soaking wet! WinterPRIDE takes over the Meadow Park swimming pool for a late night party hosted by the ever outrageous Drag Diva - Symone and the sinsational music stylings of JC Simon ARCADIA. Presented by Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort Aruba Sponsored by Finlandia Vodka, Whistler Beer, and Xtra Door: $50**

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DJ Listings

DJ Eddie Baez New York

DJ Ted Eiel Chicago

DJ Adam Dreaddy Vancouver

DJ Drew Vancouver

DJ/Producer Bertossi Vancouver

DJ Foxy Moron Whistler

JC Simon ARCADIA Ottawa DJ Marcus Purnell Seattle DJ Riki Rocket UK

DJ Miss M Cross Canada Tours DJ Byron James North Vancouver

DJ Tim Livingstone Whistler DJ Gannon Minneapolis Miss DJ Laela Calgary/Banff

Special Guests: Michele Balan Zayra Tyra Sanchez

Symone Syren Buster Cherry

Kendra Doll Diamond Minx Maggie Pie

Event locations 1 21 Steps 2 Aava Whistler Hotel 3 Araxi 4 Aura - Nita Lake Lodge 5 Bavaria House 6 Bearfoot Bistro 7 Buffalo Bill’s 8 Canadian Snowmobile Adventures 9 CBB’s (Cinnamon Bear Bar) + Grille 10 Coast Blackcomb Suites 11 Coca Cola Inner Tube Park 12 Delta Whistler Village Suites 4 Evolution Whistler 13 Fairmont Chateau Whistler 14 Garfinkel’s 15 GLC (Garibaldi Lift Co.) 9 Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa 16 Hy’s Steakhouse 17 Village Nightclub 18 Meadow Park 19 Merlin’s Bar & Wizard Grill 20 Pan Pacific Mountainside 21 Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre 4 Player’s Chop House 22 Quattro 23 Ric’s Grill 20 Salomon Store – Ski Rentals 18 Scandinave Spa 13 Wildflower – Fairmont Chateau Whistler 24 Tandoori Grill 25 WCC (Whistler Conference Centre) 2 White Spot 15 Whistler Gondola 4 Whistler Select Luxury Accommodations 8 Zip Trek 18

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Friday February 4th, 2011 8AM-8PM

Guest Relations & Ticket Sales

CMI Gay & Lesbian Marketing Workshop

Location: Whistler Conference Centre Details: Learn from this comprehensive research, advertising, marketing, and communication forum helping you better understand and serve the gay and lesbian consumer. Facilitated by some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading experts, Tom Roth & David Paisley. Breakfast included. For more details visit: GayWhistler.com Cost: $35* 10AM-2PM Travelocity Never Roam Alone Ski Guiding & Air New Zealand Hostesses Welcome you to the Top of the World Location: Blackcomb Mountain, Glacier Creek Lodge Details: Everyday we have an army of volunteer ski/snowboard guides that will tour similar skiing/riding ability guests around the massive mountains. The perfect way to meet up with new & long time friends in a safe and welcoming environment. Air New Zealand will be out in full force giving away prizes and other goodies to help make your stay more exciting! Join us for some sightseeing on the Peak 2 Peak Gondola - skies not required!

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Friday February 4th, 2011 12PM-2PM

WinterPRIDE Charity Ski Race

Location: Blackcomb Mountain, Race Centre Details: Show us what you have as you zoom down the Blackcomb Race Course all to raise money for the Whistler Health Care Centre. A minimum $5 donation for each race. Enter as often as you like. Guess your time! Over $2,200 in prizes up for grabs including a pair of Salomon Shogun Skis, Descente Winter Wear, goggles and more! Visit GayWhistler.com for more details. 12PM-3PM Trapper’s Run Dog Sled Tour in the Callaghan Valley

Beer Tour - Whistler Brewery

Location: Whistler Brewery, Function Junction Details: The brew master at Whistler Brewery invites you for a tour and taste of Whistler Beer. Learn how Whistler’s Awardwinning beer is made, enjoy samples of the brew. The tour will educate and entertain. Transportation will take you from Guest Relations at the Hilton and bring you back to the Village T-Dance where you will get frontline privileges. Cost: $20*

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Friday February 4th, 2011 3PM-6PM

Guy Spy Après Ski Village T-Dance

Location: Whistler Conference Centre Details: DJ Marcus Purnell whips up a frenzy with the classic Après Ski Village T-Dance. Awards presented for the WinterPRIDE charity Ski Race plus lots of great door prizes! Door: $15** 6PM-10PM Dine Around

Location: Bearfoot Bistro - 4121 Village Green | 604.932.3433 Tandoori Grill - 4368 Main Street #201 | Tel: 604.905.4900 9PM-2AM

Celebrities Snowstorm

Location: Garfinkel’s Whistler Details: Vancouver’s hottest Night Club, Celebrities, returns for another amazing night at a new location: Garfinkel’s. 9PM-2AM

Purrlesque

Location: GLC - Garibaldi Lift Co. Details: Special guest performance by Zayra of Rock Star: SuperNova and a special Purrlesque treat from Diamond Minx and Maggie Pie just for the girls as DJ Foxy Moron heats things up for all the women in the valley! In partnership with Flygirl Productions Door: $30** 9PM-2AM

Furrocious

Location: Whistler Conference Centre Details: DJ Ted Eiel gets down and dirty for a night of debauchery. Check out the Mini Fetish Fair with the Canadian Foreskin Awareness booth and win some Dirty Fukker underwear when you play our naughty games + other surprises. Models by UK’s Dirty Fukker underwear.

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Saturday February 5th, 2011 8AM-6PM

Guest Relations & Ticket Sales

Location: Whistler Mountain, Roundhouse Lodge Light Board Details: Everyday we have an army of volunteer ski/snowboard guides that will tour similar skiing/riding ability guests around the massive mountains. The perfect way to meet up with new & long time friends in a safe and welcoming environment. Air New Zealand will be out in full force giving away prizes and other goodies to help make your stay more exciting! Join us for some sightseeing on the Peak 2 Peak Gondola - skis not required! 11.30AM-2.30PM Wilderness Run Snowmobile Adventure in the Callaghan Valley

Location: Canadian Snowmobile Adventures at the Carlton Lodge Details: Carve your way through the remote backcountry of the Callaghan Valley to CANADIANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rustic cabin on Sproatt Mtn. Rugged BC Wilderness surrounds you while you ride through thickly forested trails and across frozen lakes. Discover awe-inspiring landscape experience the excitement and freedom of a truly CANADIAN backcountry adventure. Cost: $189* 2PM-4PM

Barefoot Wine Tasting

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Saturday February 5th, 2011 3PM-6PM Après Ski

Location: Whistler Conference Centre Details: The biggest and final après ski party of the week! DJ Gannon Johnson whips up a frenzy with special guest star: TYRA SANCHEZ, RuPaul’s Drag Race 2010 winner. Wine tasting by Barefoot Wine & Bubbly. Door: $15** 6PM-10PM Dine Around

Location: White Spot - 4005 Whistler Way | 604.962.7770 Wildflower - 4599 Chateau Blvd | 604.938.2033 9PM-2AM

Shred Betties

Location: GLC Details: “SHRED BETTIES BASH” is the closing party for the women of WinterPRIDE… performers, pounding beats, HOT snow bunnies and winter debauchery! Need we say more! Presented by Flygirl opening DJ Miss M, closing DJ Riki Rocket (UK). Door: $40** 8PM-12AM

WHOOSSH Martini Party

Location: Brewhouse Details: skiOUT! is back with their fundraiser for Qmunity Vancouver LGBT Resource Centre. Hosted by the incredible Ms Willie and spinning the chill DJ Smoothie. Door: $30** 10PM-4AM

Snowball

Location: Whistler Conference Centre Details: The final wrap party of the week culminates with a star studded line up starting with DJ Adam Dreaddy, special guest performance by Rock Star: Super Nova and Billboard Dance Chart #1 artist - Zayra! DJ Eddie Baez heats up the floor with his incredible remixes and protects our revelers with his Treble and Base! Door: $90**

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Sunday February 6th, 2011 10AM-1PM

Location: 10AM-1PM

Location: 1PM-4PM

Guest Relations & Lost and Found Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa, Cheakamus Room Farewell Brunch CBB’s Bar & Grill, Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa Volunteer Wrap Party

Location: Whistler Brewery Details: Thank you to our army of volunteers that help make WinterPRIDE such an amazing festival. This afternoon it is all about you! Great prizes to be won including the grand prize “3-Night stay at the Holiday Inn Aruba”. For more details visit: GayWhistler.com/Volunteers.php 3PM-6PM Après Ski

Location: CBB’s, Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa Details: For those guests that have extended their stay CBB’s will host a final après for you. Come as you are and meet other guests that have stayed on. Door: Complimentary 3PM-7PM Detox

Location: Scandinave Spa - 8010 Mons Road | Tel: 604.935.2424 Details: Needing to Detox before heading home? The Scandinave Spa is the perfect retreat! Invigorate and cleanse your body and mind in the hot baths and refreshing waterfalls, melt away with a relaxing massage, and breathe in the invigorating country air.. Cost: Starting from $58* 4PM-8PM Unwind: Social Sunday

Location: Oasis on Davie (Vancouver) Details: Regroup and Unwind in Vancouver with DJ Nick Bertossi. Door: Complimentary

* All rates quoted in Canadian Dollars, per person, subject to HST Tax, Insurance and/or other fees may be applicable, space is limited, subject to general availability at time of reservation. ** All rates quoted in Canadian Dollars, person, INCLUDES HST Tax, space is limited, subject to venue capacity first come first serve basis.

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WinterPRIDE 2011 Culinary Summary Tuesday, February 1st 8-11.30PM Tauaca Talk WinterPRIDE Fondue Snowcat Tour Crystal Hut on Blackcomb Mountain

$169* in Advance

Wednesday, February 2nd 2PM-3PM Art of Muddling the Perfect Cocktail Cure Lounge & Patio - Nita Lake Lodge

$20* in Advance

Thursday, February 3rd 2PM-4PM Barefoot Mixology Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa

$20* in Advance

4PM-7PM Whistler Tasting Tours Progressive dining experience including a visit to an impressive 15,000-bottle wine cellar.

$109.99*/pp dinner only | $139.99*/pp with wine pairings

Friday, February 4th 2PM-4PM BEER TASTING TOUR - Whistler Brewery Pick up at the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa

$20* in Advance

Saturday, March 6th 2PM-4PM Barefoot Wine Tasting Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa $10*

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Summer In Whistler As the snow line recedes up into the mountains a spectacular summer mountain resort emerges. The sun shining down on an oasis of sunny patios warming the crisp mountain air into a vibrant new energy as modern day Camelots tackle the Whistler terrain park with full armour and their Kona Mountain Bikes. Another army of warriors pass by dressed in thermal suits as their quest takes them White Water rafting while foot soldiers dressed in harnesses explore the rugged Ancient cedar forest as they zip from one tree to anotherâ&#x20AC;Ś this is Whistler in the summer. Thousands of trails, activities and places to explore if you thought Whistler was amazing in the winter, you have seen nothing yet! This summer, July 24-29, 2011 Whistler plays co-host to the North America Outgames with EcoChallenge, Mountain Biking, Mountain Marathon & Half Marathon, and Golf being hosted at the Whistler Golf Course and the Lost Lake park & trails. Your reward after an incredible adventure will be â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dick Dock / Pussy Pierâ&#x20AC;? as you peel off your clothes and take a splash in the cool and refreshing glaciers waters of Lost Lake. Summer parties and social events are planned so all that is missing is you. The Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa is the host hotel for the summer events making it the perfect and most central place to be this summer. For more information visit: GayWhistler.com or Vancouver2011Outgames.com

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Monday, January 31st Bavaria Restaurant The ambiance is a fusion of Swiss, French bistro, German and Austrian style. 4369 Main Street | 604.932.6009 | bavaria-restaurant.com Player’s Chop House brings a fresh twist to the steakhouse concept. Featuring West Coast character, bright interiors and sun-soaked patios, this Creekside restaurant is an excellent choice for wine enthusiasts and lounge revelers seeking an eclectic menu of local, sustainable and perfectly prepared cuisine from Executive Chef Jon Campbell. 2015 Lake Placid Rd #120 | Tel: 604.938.1270 | whistlerchophouse.ca Tuesday, February 1st Aura at Nita Lake with stunning lakeside vistas, Aura conjures up iconic memories of yesteryear with a classic railcar dining experience where old world cuisine meets modern day trends. 2131 Lake Placid Rd | 604.966.5700 | nitalakelodge.com Ric’s Grill is one of Whistler’s legendary restaurants featuring fresh seafood, delicious steaks and mouth-watering pastas. Their bar is a popular place to have drinks, socialize and chat with friends. 4154 Village Green | 604.932.7427 | ricsgrill.com Wednesday, February 2nd 21 Steps provides stunning 2nd floor views of Whistler Village. Their kitchen creates updated comfort food that are both big in portions and flavours for great value. 4433 Sundial Place | 604.966.2121 | 21steps.ca | ‡ Quattro at Whistler is best known for its warm service, contemporary Italian cuisine and an extensive wine list, recognized by Wine Spectator as one of the world’s best. 4319 Main Street | 604.905.4844 | quattrorestaurants.com | ‡

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Thursday, February 3rd Whistler Tasting Tours experience four of the best Whistler restaurants in one night! This progressive dining journey takes guided groups to several gourmet restaurants for a delicious multi-course meal paired with fine BC wines. Voted the #1 Thing To Do in Whistler. Tour Price: $109.99/pp incl. gratuities for Servers | Wine Pairings: add $29.99pp incl. gratuities. Reserve at WinterPRIDE Guest Relations | whistlertastingtours.com Araxi Restaurant + Bar is a crossroads of mountain elegance and approachable dining in the heart of Whistler village. Innovative and skillfully executed dishes deliver intelligent compositions and delightful flavours, carefully married to their award winning wine list. 4122 Village Gate Square | 604.932.4540 | araxi.com Hy’s Steakhouse has been Canada’s premier steakhouse for over 50 years. This stunning restaurant features Canadian Triple A beef, an award-winning wine list and exceptional service in a warm contemporary atmosphere. 4308 Main Street | 604.905.5555 | hyssteakhouse.com | ‡ Friday, February 4th Bearfoot Bistro every night is a celebration of culinary excellence and extravagant joie de vivre with Executive Chef Melissa Craig. Visit the award winning underground 20,000-bottle wine cellar; Oyster special available daily in the Champagne Bar from 3-6pm. Vodka tasting in the Belvedere Ice Room - Canada’s only vodka ice room and coldest room worldwide. Live music by pianist Cameron Chu. 4121 Village Green | 604.932.3433 | bearfootbistro.com | ‡ Tandoori Grill Culinary delights inspired by Great Indian Emperors! 4368 Main Street #201 | Tel: 604.905.4900 | tandooriwhistler.com Saturday, February 5th White Spot is a BC legend with a passion for using only the freshest and finest quality ingredients. For breakfast, lunch, dinner or a late night snack, White Spot is the place. Fresh Thinking. Fresh Cooking. 4005 Whistler Way | 604.962.7770 | whitespot.com Wildflower invites you to enjoy a fresh and fun showcase of locally inspired dishes. Enjoy extensive ‘by the glass’ wine selections, a noteworthy variety of regional beer or a signature cocktail. Base of Blackcomb Mountain in the Fairmont Chateau Whistler. 4599 Chateau Blvd | 604.938.2033 | bit.ly/wp11FCW | ‡ Sunday, February 6th Cinnamon Bear Bar & Grille finding inspired ways to combine exceptional flavors in Pacific North West dishes drives the menu selection at Cinnamon Bear Bar & Grille. Directed by Executive Chef Jay Lynn, emphasizes fresh ingredients, unique taste combinations, creative presentations and top-notch service to create a dining experience as memorable as it is flavorful. 4050 Whistler Way | 604.932.1982 | hiltonwhistler.com | ‡

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FAQ Q Are there any additional perks to my 7 day, Mid Week or Weekend Pass? A Yes, not only did you save some on the bundle pass, you have the flexibility of doing as much or as little as you want. It’s sort of like a Season Pass. You can also flash your pass to our retail partners and save or get a special gift! Q Are there gay ski/snowboard guides for all levels of skiers/riders? A Yes, we have ski guides available every day for all levels of skiers & riders so come up and ski/ride with your level group. There are also lesbian led groups! Q Are tickets transferable or refundable? A Regrettably No. Q My partner and I are looking to get married. Can we do this while at WinterPRIDE? A Yes, we have several options available for you; just contact us at guest services. Q What are our options to get back to Vancouver? A We have several options for you, visit our website under travel or see us at guest services. Q Is it too late to volunteer? A No, come on down to the guest services suite and talk with our Volunteer Manager, Carson or one of our volunteer leads. Q What can I do if I do not ski or snowboard? Will I be bored? A There are hundreds of things for you to do and you will not be bored! Here are a couple examples: Sight See on Whistler & Blackcomb – Ride the Whistler Village Gondola and then take the new Peak 2 Peak Gondola for a bird’s eye view of these massive mountains, take in one of the culinary or wellness seminars, go dog sledding or fly through the forest like a Jedi Knight or Indiana Jones with ZipTrek or luxuriate in one of the spas. Stop by our guest services desk for more ideas and suggestions! Q When is WinterPRIDE 2012? A February 5-12, 2012. It will be our 20th Annual and we are so excited! If you have stories, video, photos over the past 20 years you want to share… send to 20@gaywhistler.com Q Why should we book through your official booking channel? A This is one of the only tools we have available to give accurate numbers to our resort partners in the success of the festival and ensure the continued value we are able to give to you, the consumer. The alternative to this is diminished support as it is unclear who is actually staying for the festival which may result in higher future costs and ties our hands as organizers what we can ask for in the future. There is the lowest price guarantee so you can be assured you are getting the best rate available. Q What is Whistler like in the summer? Outgames July 24-29, 2011 A Whistler in the summer is total magic! As the snow makes a quick retreat and the village sheds the winter layers, Whistler is transformed into the ultimate summer playground. Amazing mountain biking and hiking just to name a few and now with the new Peak 2 Peak gondola – summer sight seeing takes on a whole new altitude! This summer Whistler will play host to the North America Outgames! Visit GayWhistler.com for details.

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Thank You! We would like to acknowledge and thank all the sponsors, partners, community partners, our army of volunteers and the residents of Whistler for helping to create the magic of WinterPRIDE 2011. We extend our gratitude to: Aava Whistler Hotel AWARE Whistler Aloha Whistler Accommodations Air New Zealand Al Bisson Alaska Airlines American Airlines Araxi Barefoot Wines Aaron, Jerime & the BareFooters! BC Ambulance Service William McDonald & team Bearfoot Bistro Brent Lehmann, Ratcliff & Company Brown Foreman Canada Finlandia Vodka, Southern Comfort, Jack Daniel’s, TAUCA BMW Canada Buffalo Bill’s Camp Moomba Canadian Snowmobile Adventures Canadian Foreskin Awareness Project Glen Callender Canadian Tourism Commission Carson & all our fabulous Volunteers Cato Pulleyblank Thank you so much for the fab Graphics! Celebrities James Stack Cherry Fund Christopher Hunte aka Symone Christian Villemaire Coast Blackcomb Suites Community Marketing Inc. Tom, Dave & the CMI Team Cutting Edge Signs Glenn Damron Guide David Hazzan Toronto Ambassador Delta Whistler Suites

Diamond Minx Dirty Fukker Underwear DJ’s Eddie Baez, Ted Eiel, Adam Dreaddy, Marcus Purnell, JC Simon Arcadia, DJ Drew, Foxy Moron, Rikki Rocket, Ms M, Tim Livingstone, DJ Gannon, DJ Nick Bertossi Byron James Dubh Linn Gate Pub Echo Valley Ranch Krista, Norm, Nan & Team Evolution Whistler Fairmont Chateau Whistler Fly Girl Leigh & Mandy Garfinkels Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC) GaysOnTour.com GayVan.com Angus GLISA GLOSS Magazine Bevin Hatsy Michael & Team HERE Media HIM (Health Initiative for Men) Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa Holiday Inn Sunspree Aruba Hunter Borutski Hy’s Steakhouse IGLTA InterPride, Inc Jamie Crouch Joel Camley Gowlings John Sutherland John Rae Julie Stines aka Buster Cherry Karen McCormick Kevin Small & Karen RRW Marketing Latin American Online Services and Karla Little Sister’s Book Emporium

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Lisa Solway and team LOV (Living Out Vancouver) TJ Love Nest Luke Johnstone Maggie Pie Manhunt.net Mark Long Meadow Park Sports Centre Petra, Melissa & Staff Merlin’s Bar & Wizard Grill Michele Balan Mike Verburgt New Ad Nita Lake Lodge Lindsey & Ryan Nick Vivion GayTravel Guru Oasis Ultra Lounge Outlooks Magazine OUTtv Blue & Team Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre Pink Banana World Qmunity Jennifer & Craig Quattro’s Resort Municipality of Whistler Bob & his amazing team! Red Bull Ric’s Grill Rick Hurlbut Yahoo Ski Group Moderator Rob Goddard RRW WB Central Reservations RTown - Resort TV team Jacki & Krista RuPaul’s Season Two Tyra Sanchez Scandinave Spa SGN: Seattle Gay News skiOUT! Thanks Peter Stays for Gays.com

Stephen Smith Key West Florida Showmax Dan & Team SpyGuy Team Surf Spot Internet Cafe Sunil & Big Roger TAG Approved Tom Roth & Team Tandoori Grill Naresh TGC (Travel Gay Canada) TFD Tommy D & Anna Transmission Bob, Morris & Team Todd Brisban Toronto Gay Ski Snowboard Club (TGSSC) Tourism British Columbia Tourism Whistler Tourism Vancouver Travelocity Derek Price & Team Travelocity “Never Roam Alone Ski Guides” Vancouver Gay Top Model Terry Costa Vancouver Queer Film Festival Vancouver Timberline Dance Society Marek & Todd Vancouver Pride Society Village Hosts Volunteers Village Nightclub V-Rag Cole & Skipp Whistler / Blackcomb Thanks to the whole mountain team Whistler Beer Whistler Conference Centre Mark & Staff Whistler Glacier Group Whistler Question Newspaper Thanks John M, Amélie & Stephanie! Whistler Select Luxury Accommodations Xtra Vancouver ZipTrek Warrick, David & Team

On behalf of the whole GayWhistler and Alpenglow Productions Corp. team we greatly appreciate your support and all you have done to make this week a success. Dean Nelson CEO – Community Relations GayWhistler.com and Alpenglow Productions

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