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TheVillageVibeYour Weekly Source for What’s Happening at Sun Peaks Dec 13 - Dec 19 2017 • Volume 13, Issue 5
Alpine Fondue & Starlight DescentTake a twilight ride up the Sunburst Express to enjoy a three course meal in the newly renovated Sunburst Lodge. Wednesday and Thursday, 4:45pm to 8:00pm. *All participants must be at least 14 years of age and at least intermediate skiers / snowboarders.
Cat Trax Groomer RidesThis is your chance to join one of our snow groomers in a Pisten Bully Snow Groomer, and witness first hand how they work their magic on the ski runs! Daily at 6:00pm. Groomer rides are 45 minutes in length. Tours must be booked by 3:00pm. All participants must be at least 14 years of age.
First TracksEver wished you could have a mountain of fresh powder and perfect corduroy to yourself? Our First Tracks experience will make your wish come true! Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday starting at 7:45am. Tickets must be purchased in advance by noon on the previous day. Weather conditions may cause cancellation or substitution of the Elevation chairlift.
Guest ServicesLocated in the Village Day Lodge, Guest Services is open daily from 8:00am to 4:30pmContact: 250.578.5474 / [email protected]
Sports School LessonsLocated in the Village Day Lodge, next to Guest Services. The Sun Peaks Sports School is open daily between 8:00am and 4:30pm.
Contact: 250.578.5505 / [email protected]
Sun Host Mountain ToursMeet the Sun Hosts slopeside between the Sunburst chairlift and the Village Day Lodge and find the group for your ability level and terrain preferences. Complimentary tours depart daily at 9:15am and 1:00pm. Please be at the meeting location 10 minutes early.
Bungee TrampolineOpen daily, 12:00pm to 7:00pm. The bungee trampoline is suitable for people of all ages between 20lbs and 220lbs.
TubeparkOpen daily, 12:00pm to 7:00pm. All ages are welcome and tubes are provided.
Sun Peaks Outdoor Skating RinkOperations dependent on weather and conditions. For up-to-date operating hours, please contact Guest Services.
Sundance Kids CentreLocated next to the Village Day Lodge. Open from 8:00am to 4:00pm Contact: 250.578.5433 / [email protected]
Childminding Daily, 1 Hour (minimum 2 hours), Half Day, Full Day and Lunch Add-On
Kids Activity Nights Monday to Saturday, 4:30pm to 8:30pm. Nightly activities; movies, games and crafts.
Sun Peaks Health CentreOpen daily except Sundays, 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Occasionally medical staff are unavailable, so it is always a good idea to call the Health Centre and listen to the recorded message which will be updated with any changes in schedule.
See website for Physiotherapy and Women’s Clinics.
Website: sunpeakshealth.com
Contact: 778.644.0635
The Village Vibe is published weekly and printed by Tourism Sun Peaks. Please consider the environment and recycle! For more information contact Central Reservations at 250.578.5399, visit www.SunPeaksResort.com, or e-mail [email protected].
STAY CONNECTED! www.SunPeaksResort.com - 1.800.807.3257 #sunpeaks360All prices are subject to applicable tax. The Village Vibe is published weekly and printed internally by Tourism Sun Peaks. Please consider the environment and recycle! For more information contact the Adventure Centre at 250.578.5542, visit www.SunPeaksResort.com, or e-mail [email protected].
The Village Vibe Newsletter Your Source for What’s Happening at Sun Peaks Resort
VillageSpecials
THURSDAY, DEC 14
Sun Peaks Rotary ClubWeekly meeting, all welcome.
Location: MantlesTime: 8:00am Rate: $15 for buffet breakfast
10th Annual Sotheby’s International Realty Benefit Art AuctionKicking off a new season, the 10th Annual Sotheby’s International Realty Benefit Art Auction brings guests together to enjoy a fun-filled evening including, elegant wine tasting paired with delectable hors d’oeuvres, captivating artwork, stimulating conversation and toe-tapping music.
Location: Morrisey’s Public HouseTime: 6:00pm Rate: $30 per person *benefiting Sun Peaks Secondary
AcademyContact: 250.578.7773 / [email protected]
Open Mic Night with Ari NeufeldOpen Mic Night is a weekly event at Morrisey’s Public House every Thursday. Join the Sun Peaks talent pool as they try out their new songs and give you a blast of their musical skills. Come to play, listen or enjoy Morrisey’s excellent pub food and atmosphere.
Location: Morrisey’s Public HouseTime: 9:00pm Contact: 250.578.6062
FRIDAY, DEC 15
Friday Race SeriesCome one, come all! Regardless of your ability level we encourage everyone to enter the recreational, fun for everyone (boarders and skiers) Friday Race Series. Racers will compete in their respective age categories and we also have a category for anyone that has a race suit, and would like to compete in a pro category.
Time: 10:15am Course Inspection 11:15am Racing Starts 4:00pm Awards at the AnnexRate: $15 per personContact: 250.578.5474 / [email protected]
National Ugly Christmas Sweater DayJoin us in wearing your best, worst holiday sweater. Meet at the Village Day Lodge at 6:00pm to participate in a parade up the village stroll to Morrisey’s Public House, where a DJ will be entertaining everyone with holiday tunes. At 8:00pm enter Morrisey’s Ugly Sweater Runway contest where the new 2017 Ugly Sweater Prince and Ugly Sweater Princess will be crowned. Share a selfie using hashtag #uglysweatersunpeaks for your chance to win great prizes.
Location: Village Day Lodge to Morrisey’s Public HouseTime: 6:00pm Contact: 250.578.5386 / [email protected]
Silent PartyPick your channel and choose your side as DJs battle it out over separate wireless channels, playing the best in pop, rock and party classics, while you dance the night away.
Location: Bottoms Bar & GrillTime: 9:00pm Contact: 250.578.0013
Ski with Nancy Ski with Olympic Gold Medalist Nancy Greene Raine!
Location: Top of Sunburst Express chairlift Time: 1:00pm F
Warm Winter Experience
Warm gingerbread foot soak with hot apple cider and a treat
followed byhot stone back shoulder and
neck massagecleansing vanilla back scrub
and hot towelsfinishing with an everlasting
scalp, temple and jaw massage with cinnamon lotion
[email protected] 250.578.0086
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$5.99 Appy SpecialDaily from 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Mention this ad and receive a free coffee when you purchase a bag of our delicious donuts!
FREE ski thermals with every purchase of Gusti snowsuit set: jacket, pants, mittens, neck warmer and hat. Infant to age 14yrs
Holiday Kick-Off Weekend!
EVERY DAY at Masa’s Bar & Grill at Sun Peaks Happy Hour from 3-5pm ! Chicken, pork, beef or regular Nachos for only $10 and drinks specials !
TUESDAY is chicken parmi and chips day. Add a pint of Granville draft for $5.
DECEMBER 15, 2017
Order an e extra large pizza or two large pizzas and get a free 2 Litre of pop valid Monday through Thursday *1 free 2 litre per order
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17
Ski with Nancy Ski with Olympic Gold Medalist Nancy Greene Raine!
Location: Top of Sunburst Express chairlift Time: 1:00pm
Pet Photos With SantaCreakside Critters is proud to support pet photos with Santa, bring your dog for a special photo and a special treat. Visit the free hot chocolate station and say hello to the folks from the SPCA
Location: Morrisey’s Public House PatioTime: 11:00pm to 2:00pmContact: 250.578.5388 / [email protected]
Nancy Greene Welcome ReceptionLocation: Sun Peaks Grand Reading Room Time: 7:30pm to 8:30pmPrice: Free
MONDAY, DEC 18
Quizzy Rascal Quiz/Trivia NightThis weekly Trivia night is a local favourite with prizes to be won!
Location: Masa’s Bar & Grill Time: 8:00pmPrice: $2 per person Teams of 6
Kids YogaEvery Monday from, November 13, drop the kids off at the Sundance Kids Centre for a 30 minute session of fun, yoga inspired stretching with local yoga instructor Sue Price. Bring comfortable clothing, yoga mats provided.
Location: Sundance Kids CentreTime: 4:15pm to 4:45pmPrice: $12 for up to 2 children from the same household.
Discounted multi day punch cards available.
TUESDAY, DEC 19
Family Fun Night at the Skating RinkThis weekly evening activity is all about the kids and having fun! Enjoy outdoor ice skating, games, music, and of course our mascot, Harry Bear, is always on location with complimentary hot chocolate to keep everyone warm. Rentals are not included.
Location: Sun Peaks Skating RinkTime: 5:00pm to 6:30pmPrice: Children 12 and under skate for FREE and must be
accompanied by an adult. Contact: 250.578.5533
SATURDAY, DEC 16
Holiday Artisan MarketLocation: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel lower lobby & the Hearthstone
Lodge McGillivray RoomTime: 10:00am to 6:00pmContact: 250.578.5388 / [email protected]
Photos With SantaLocation: Morrisey’s Public House PatioTime: 1:00pm to 5:00pmContact: 250.578.5388 / [email protected]
Schedule of other activities:All Day Team ice carving demo Clock tower square
1:00pm to 4:00pm Girl Guides FREE Holiday Ornament Workshop Lower lobby of the Sun Peaks Grand Residences 1:00pm to 5:00pm “Frozen” characters roaming the village
1:15pm & 2:15pm “Frozen” stage performance upper plaza
1:00pm to 3:00pm Cookie decorating at Vertical Cafe $2
1:00pm to 5:00pm “Isbjørn the Polar Bear” roaming the village
2:00pm Sun Peaks Grand gingerbread unveiling Sun Peaks Grand Hotel
1:00pm to 5:00pm Elevated Fishing demo, games & contest in the upper plaza
2:00pm to 6:00pm Chocolate waffle station and truffle demo in the reading room at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel
2:00pm to 6:00pm Grandville Island Gingerbread Beer Tasting in the reading room at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel
2:00pm to 6:00pm Children’s Best Gingerbread House Peoples’ Choice voting open in the reading room at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel
2:00pm to 4:00pm Caroling with Dessert Sounds Harmony Chorus
2:00pm to 4:00pm Meet the Puppies with Mountain Man Dog Sled Adventures in the upper plaza
2:00pm to 5:00pm Association De Fracophone FREE Maple Taffy in the upper plaza
3:00pm to 5:00pm Rock n Roll Christmas with Dave Coalmine Trio on the upper plaza stage
Roman Catholic MassLocation: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel Alpine RoomTime: 4:00pm Contact: 250.572.6151
Tight & Bright PartyWear your best tight and bright gear for a great night out. Prize for the best outfit.
Location: Masa’s Bar and GrillTime: 9:00pm to :00amContact: 250.578.5434
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The Village Vibe Newsletter Your Source for What’s Happening at Sun PeaksSTAY CONNECTED! www.SunPeaksResort.com - 1.800.807.3257 #sunpeaks360All prices are subject to applicable tax. The Village Vibe is published weekly and printed internally by Tourism Sun Peaks. Please consider the environment and recycle! For more information contact the Adventure Centre at 250.578.5542, visit www.SunPeaksResort.com, or e-mail [email protected].
The Village Vibe Newsletter Your Source for What’s Happening at Sun Peaks Resort
Activities DeskLocated in the Village Day Lodge. Open daily from 8:00am to 7:00pm. Contact: 250.578.5542 / [email protected]
Horse Drawn Sleigh RidesTours are approximately 30 to 40 minutes in length. *Minimum participants apply.
Nightly Sleigh Rides - Up to 11 passengers Tuesday to Thursday 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm & 7:00pm Friday to Monday 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm & 8:00pm Private Horse Drawn Sleigh Ride Groups of 1 to 4, 1 to 9 & 1 to 11 passengers
Snowshoe Rentals and ToursA snowshoe trail pass is required to access our snowshoe trail network. The pass is included with snowshoe rentals and tours.
Winter Wonderland Tour: Approximately 2 Hours Fridays, Saturdays and Mondays, 1:00pm Moonlight Snowshoe & S’mores - Approximately 2 Hours Friday, Saturday & Monday, 6:00pm Alpine Snowshoe Experience - Approximately 2 Hours Sunday, 10:00am Valley of the Lynx - Approximately 2 Hours Sunday, 2:00pm
Rentals Available daily 8:30am to 5:00pm
Snowmobiling Tours A valid driver’s license is required for all snowmobile operators. Passengers do not require a valid driver’s license.
Canadian Snowmobiling - 2 Hour Tour Daily at 8:30am, 11:30am and 2:30pm Canadian Snowmobiling - 4 Hour Tour Daily at 8:30am and 11:30am Canadian Snowmobiling - Wiener Roast Daily at 5:30pm, includes 1 hour of driving time. *2 sled minimum is required for this tour to operate.
Snow Limo ToursSnow Limo makes the on-mountain snow gliding experience accessible to everyone! No need to be a skier or snowboarder to enjoy all the mountain has to offer. All tours available on request.
5 Mile Tour - 30 Minutes Sundance Explorer - 1 Hour Otchuka’s Secret - 2 Hours
Central Reservations
Located in the Tourism Sun Peaks office in the upper village, Central Reservations is open daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm
Contact: 250.578.5399 / [email protected]
Photo ShootsAvailable Daily. Advance booking required. Whether you’re looking for an action shot of you on the mountains, or the perfect backdrop for a family portrait, one of Alpine Images professional photographers can deliver what you need.
Guided Ice FishingTours available daily, advanced booking required. *Weather permitting. No experience necessary. Fishing licenses required
4 Hour Tour - 2 to 4 guests 7:30am to 11:30am & 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Dog Sledding Season OpenerSeason Opener Special $50 off December 9 to 15. Tours available daily 11:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm & 4:00pm Based on availability, guided sleds only.
Regular scheduled tours begin on Monday, December 18. *3 sleds per tour time. 2 double/1 single or 3 doubles up to a maximum of 350lbs per sled.
Bucket List - 45 Minute Tour Daily, 1:00pm Into the Wild - 1.5 Hour Tour Daily, 9:00am, 11:00am, 2:00pm & 4:00pm
SkiBike Tours and RentalsAge requirement is 12 years and older. Guests are required to provide their own Alpine Lift Tickets, valid for the day of their tour or rental.
2 Hour Guided Tour - 1 Guest & 4 Guests Daily at 9:00am & 1:00pm
Rentals Available daily from 8:30am to 4:00pm. *Must have participated in a SkiBike 2 Hour Guided Tour prior to renting or have previous experience (must be pre-approved).
Black Beaver AthleticsLocated in the in the Kookabura Lodge. Membership, drop in or punch card rates apply.
Contact: [email protected]
Yoga Monday & Thursday 12:00pm, Saturday 6:45am & 3:00pm, Sunday 2:00pm
Alpine Conditioning Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 6:45am to 7:45am
Open Gym Monday to Friday, 1:30pm to 3:30pm & Saturday 11:30pm to 2:30pm. Photos with Santa
Pet Photos with Santa