Whistler website has snow scoops

Whistler Blackcomb has a new website with information about the athletes, their secret spots, adventure and travel.

Untrackedlines.com includes athlete blogs, photos and movie teasers. You'l also find out what's happening in and around Whistler and the ski and snowboard world.

Athletes include Sarah Burke, Leanne Pelosi, Priscilla Leevac, Mark Abma, Justin Lamorureux, Ian McIntosh, Den Treadway and Mikey Rencz.

As the snow season ramps up, they'll be posting updates and photos of their best "pow" day, best Sushi Village moment, best wipe out, best friends and other tales from the cold terrain.

A contest is also part of the website. Three Sticks of Bacon and a Helicopter could result in a great trip for two to Whistler.

The grand prize includes round-trip airfare to Whistler from anywhere in North America; Star Limo transfers; Whistler Blackcomb lift tickets; a day of heli skiing or riding with Whistler Hili-Skiing; accommodation at the Holiday Inn and more.

Travel journalists and members of Tourism Whistler pose with Ullr, the Norse God of Snow. That's me in the green.

Falling for Whistler is easy to do

I love Whistler in the fall.

And now until October 31, BC's premier mountain resort is offering a Fall Dine & Unwind program featuring regional cuisine and prix-fixe menus at participating restaurants.

Afterwards, rejuvenate with specials on spa and wellness treatments, such as the divine Royal Balinese Treament at the Taman Sari Royal Heritage Spa. The two hours of bliss is reduced from $290 to $189.

The Whistler Farmers' Market is open Sundays through Oct. 7 for local produce, jams, honey, baked goods and arts and crafts.

Save up to 25 per cent on multi-day, multi-course golf vacation packages and the Whistler Mountain Biking package.

Hiking Whistler Mountain is free!

Go mid-week and avoid the border back-up. And book online, it's easy.

A view from Fairmont Chateau Whistler, which has packages starting at $139. Photo by Sue Frause.

Go green with Fairmont

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is making green the color for summer.

Now through September 3, overnight guests with hybrid vehicles can park for free at The Fairmont Olympic Hotel and her sister properties The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, The Fairmont Waterfront, The Fairmont Empress in Victoria and the Fairmont Chateau Whistler.

Guests will enjoy an average savings of $60 USD on a two-night stay, making it a true economic advantage.

Summer festivals @ Whistler

Whistler is fun in the summer.

Flip-flops have replaced apres ski gear, and festivals celebrate everything from mountain biking to barbecue.

Kokanee Crankworx is July 21 - 29, featuring world-class mountain bike events and free daily concerts.

The Canadian National BBQ Championships will be held at Dusty's Bar and Grill in Whistler's Creekside, Aug. 4 - 5.

Watch top barbecue competitors vie for a trip to the American Royal World Championships in Kansas City and the Jack Daniel's World Championship BBQ event in Lynchburg, Tennessee.

On August 25, Whistler hosts the first annual Campground 'C' country-rock festival, featuring nine country-rock acts.

Whistler Village livens up with summer festivals featuring food and music. Photo by Sue Frause.