By the Water

Your self.

“Just bring a sense of adventure and wonder.” GD Maxwell, Whistler’s favourite writer.

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A kid and some sand toys.

“Any kid under 5 years old is great entertainment around water! Especially here where minnows and tadpoles abound for good chasing.” Tina Symko, former sustainability manager for 2010 Olympics. (Writer Rebecca Wood Barrett says, as long as you have a mesh bag of sand toys and plethora of snacks and drinks, you don’t even need to bring a kid.)

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A volleyball.

“SPF and a volleyball is all you need for a good time. There are public courts all over town - Cheakamus Crossing, Alpha Lake Park, Rainbow, Riverside Campground, WB Staff Housing and the Tantalus Lodge.” Scott Rogers, of WOVA (Whistler Outdoor Volleyball Association.)

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A bike.

“The best way to appreciate Whistler’s lakes and rivers is on a mountain bike. The singletrack of the Zappa Zone in Lost Lake Park is classic Whistler riding and provides a badge of honour or bucket list ‘check.’” Ian Goldstone, Cross Country Connection.

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A poem.

“Take to the giant chairs at the water’s edge by Alta Lake Station House. Pause with a poet, in the last of the sunshine. Watch the snow melting. Where there’s no hurry.” Mary MacDonald, poet.

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A canoe, kayak or stand up paddleboard.

“A paddle on any one of the lakes with a little drinks cooler full of pop is the best way to waste away a summer afternoon.” Dave Clark, Whistler Half Marathon founder.

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Sail Away on Whistler’s Alta Lake

An eagle eye.

“The best time of day to see birds is early along the Valley Trail. We hold monthly bird walks at 7am. Anyone can join us. They’re free and a good way to find out about local birds. Heather Baines, Monthly Birdwalk Guide.

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