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| A Woman's Directory For Travel and Life. WAVE Journey is your one stop online resource for women oriented businesses and services around the world. A Peak Experience Back In Time ~ Article by Jane Cassie, photos by Brent Cassie and Adam Stein |
| WAVE Journey |
| Women's Adventures, Vacations & Experiences ~ Your Journey Starts Here! |
It’s just before eleven on a Saturday morning, and we’re standing with other skiers at the top of
Sunburst Express. In spite of the chilly mountain breeze, both of my hands feel hot and clammy. I
know it has nothing to do with the weather. This is clearly fear factor.
Sunburst Express. In spite of the chilly mountain breeze, both of my hands feel hot and clammy. I
know it has nothing to do with the weather. This is clearly fear factor.
Sun Peaks Resort, just forty five minutes from Kamloops, also caters to those in search of less
adrenaline-pumped activity. Instead of taking this downhill plunge, I could strap on some cross
country skis or snowshoes. As well as the 28 kilometers of groomed trails that lace this
destination’s contours, there are an additional dozen that meander through the mellow
backcountry. That’ll surely keep my pacemaker happy. Or maybe I’ll rely on some other sources
of energy to do the job. There are huskies for dog sledding, Clydesdales for sleigh rides and
even a gravity-driven downhill transporter that goes by the name of sno-limo. This eco-friendly
joy ride will provide the ultimate descent, and without any self-propelled effort from moi. While
the operator maneuvers the ski-framed contraption over lumps and bumps, I’d be able to take
it easy and enjoy the scenery. Yes, this form of exploration sounds right up my alley.
adrenaline-pumped activity. Instead of taking this downhill plunge, I could strap on some cross
country skis or snowshoes. As well as the 28 kilometers of groomed trails that lace this
destination’s contours, there are an additional dozen that meander through the mellow
backcountry. That’ll surely keep my pacemaker happy. Or maybe I’ll rely on some other sources
of energy to do the job. There are huskies for dog sledding, Clydesdales for sleigh rides and
even a gravity-driven downhill transporter that goes by the name of sno-limo. This eco-friendly
joy ride will provide the ultimate descent, and without any self-propelled effort from moi. While
the operator maneuvers the ski-framed contraption over lumps and bumps, I’d be able to take
it easy and enjoy the scenery. Yes, this form of exploration sounds right up my alley.
But first and foremost, I have to find a way to get down. Sweat begins to bead on my brow
as I ponder my options. Will I be able to absorb the mogul mounds and fresh cache of powder
that waits before me? Is there a winding cruiser that offers an easier way out for the less
courageous? I’ve heard that every lift at Sun Peaks has a variety of choices, but what
happens if I find the simplest cat track impassable? My heart races at the thought of take off.
And then, thankfully, just as there seems to be no hope, help arrives.
as I ponder my options. Will I be able to absorb the mogul mounds and fresh cache of powder
that waits before me? Is there a winding cruiser that offers an easier way out for the less
courageous? I’ve heard that every lift at Sun Peaks has a variety of choices, but what
happens if I find the simplest cat track impassable? My heart races at the thought of take off.
And then, thankfully, just as there seems to be no hope, help arrives.
A decade or two ago, skis had been as comfy on my
feet as a pair of well-worn slippers, and I had been
easily lured by any terrain that was steep and deep.
But that was then. Now, while hauling a few extra
pounds and a lot less muscle mass, I have quandaries
about doing anything high speed –especially
descending. Fortunately this second largest ski area in
British Columbia, Canada has come up with a solution.
feet as a pair of well-worn slippers, and I had been
easily lured by any terrain that was steep and deep.
But that was then. Now, while hauling a few extra
pounds and a lot less muscle mass, I have quandaries
about doing anything high speed –especially
descending. Fortunately this second largest ski area in
British Columbia, Canada has come up with a solution.
Or I might choose to ditch the adventure angle altogether and go totally slow-mo. Nestled at
the base of these embracing peaks is a Bavarian-like pedestrian village that even Heidi would
love. A selection of shops and bistros hug up to top-notch lodgings, après ski hot spots and
pampering spas. There’s no doubt that I could idle here in relaxation mode for the majority of
my stay.
the base of these embracing peaks is a Bavarian-like pedestrian village that even Heidi would
love. A selection of shops and bistros hug up to top-notch lodgings, après ski hot spots and
pampering spas. There’s no doubt that I could idle here in relaxation mode for the majority of
my stay.
As well as the Director of Skiing and Ambassador for the resort, the acclaimed Olympian and
recently appointed Canadian Senator, Nancy Greene, meets, greets and guides weekend
guests who visit the mountain. Her smile is instantly infectious and her energy is super-
sized. After simple introductions, she’s memorized everyone’s name and knows our level of
ability. “There are over a hundred and twenty runs here at Sun Peaks,” she says with pride,
“so we have lots to choose from. Just follow closely and we’ll check out a few together.” My
quivering knees slow to a mild tremor and before I have time to dwell on the inevitable
beyond, we’re off!
recently appointed Canadian Senator, Nancy Greene, meets, greets and guides weekend
guests who visit the mountain. Her smile is instantly infectious and her energy is super-
sized. After simple introductions, she’s memorized everyone’s name and knows our level of
ability. “There are over a hundred and twenty runs here at Sun Peaks,” she says with pride,
“so we have lots to choose from. Just follow closely and we’ll check out a few together.” My
quivering knees slow to a mild tremor and before I have time to dwell on the inevitable
beyond, we’re off!
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