20 spots available

Join a lesson of cross-country skiing! Whistler has beautiful trails for this sport.

We recommend this package if you are a new/beginner skier/snowboarder as the second day of on the slopes will not have a lesson and you might be tired after the 1st day. This package will include rentals and a lesson.

Cost 945 CAD (approx 665 USD)

Price includes 5% GST

20 spots available

For those of you who can’t get enough of skiing or snowboarding on the resort and would like to explore on your own, this package will include a lift ticket so you can hit the slopes for one more day! No lesson/guiding, but you can create a group with new friends. No gear rentals included.

If you already have an Epic (Whistler) pass, then you can register for “Not Too Chill” package and join other folks who will choose to hit the slopes.

Cost 945 CAD (approx 665 USD)

Price includes 5% GST

Only 6 spots available!

This package will include a day of guided ski touring off the resort boundaries (slackcountry). Requirements: Minimum 5 days of ski touring experience, AST-1 course completed and full avalanche safety gear kit.

Gear rentals are not included in this price, but can be rented in town at additional cost, if needed. We might be able to provide avalanche safety kit by request (shovel, probe, beacon).

Please ensure you are able to do two days of challenging skiing in a row and have enough energy for a day of touring.

Cost 1155 CAD (approx 815 USD)

Price includes 5% GST

Only 10 available!

This package will include a guided snowmobile tour! No experience is required. Explore beautiful terrain from a “comfort” of a sled!

Cost 1155 CAD (approx 815 USD)

Price includes 5% GST

20 spots available

Choose your own adventure.

You decide and book on your own. We can offer discounts for ziplining and Scandinave Spa. You can also find anything else that might fit your vibe for the day. Whistler offers a lot of things to do and explore.

Cost 840 CAD (approx 592 USD)

Price includes 5% GST

All Black, Indigenous, and racialized people are invited to register and attend!

We are inviting allies who are connected to the community to register. Please reach out to us to confirm – [email protected]

At Colour the Trails, we are dedicated to fostering an environment that champions inclusivity, respect, and equality. We want to make it clear that we will not tolerate any form of anti-Blackness, anti-Indigenous attitudes, homophobia, or transphobia within community and events. We firmly stand against discrimination and prejudice, and we are committed to creating a safe and affirming space for individuals of all races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and religious beliefs. Together, we strive to promote unity, understanding, and support for all trail enthusiasts, regardless of their background or identity.

This event is for individuals who are 18 years of age or older at this time.

We are looking into more family events in the future as we know there is a demand for those activities. But we are limited by insurance, training, and certifications requirements.

More details will be confirmed as we near the event but below is a high-level schedule of how each day will go.

March 13 evening:

Coming together, introductions, mingling;

Short doc films screenings;

Dinner (vegan/veg options available).

March 14:

Day of skiing or snowboarding with instructors/guides for everyone;

Speaker Presentations and Après Snacks;

Evening on your own schedule with new and old friends.

March 15:

Activity of your choice as per chosen package;

Gala Dinner (vegan/veg options available), 2 drink tickets, dancing, prizes.

March 16:

Group breakfast;

Closing speeches;

Exchanging contacts with new friends;

Farewells! (till next event?)

What’s NOT included in a package:

– Transportation to and from Whistler;

– Booking and cost of accommodation in Whistler. Group rate pricing is available on the event page.

– Meals not mentioned in the above list of included options.

*The schedule is subject to some changes.

We have limited spots per package and in total.

Registration will close on Feb 15, 2025 or when sold out.

We have no limits for skill level!

If you never tried skiing or snowboarding – you will get a full day lesson at a learning area. Instructors will take you  to the top of the mountain for lunch, so you can see what is available to you in future.

For those who have some experience – we will host group lessons according to your level and sport.

If you are above advanced+ athlete, we will take you to explore all the good spots of the mountain with guides from Extremely Canadain:

https://extremelycanadian.com/one-day-ski-clinics

If you have a pass for Whistler Blackcomb (ex, Epic pass) and willing to use it instead of us providing one to you, we can offer you a 51 CAD discount.

Please use code at checkout: CTS3EPIC51

If you’re no longer able to attend, you can cancel your ticket before January 15, 2025 to receive a full refund.

If you cancel between January 15 and January 31, you will receive a refund minus 200 CAD.

For cancellations between January 31st and February 15 we will provide 50% refund.

After February 15 no refunds will be available as there are significant logistics and deposits for this event, and we might not be able to fill in cancelled spots.

Thanks to Vail Epic Promise program we were able to provide scholarships for those who have constraints.

Scholarships will be granted for three packages:

• XC Curious
• More Stoke
• Not Too Chill

Applications were due on January 10th and now closed

Those who purchase a package by January 15th will be included in an early-bird prize draw. We are confirming the details. We estimate an approximate value of 500-1000 CAD.

For sponsorship (“community investment” as we call it) inquiries, please fill in the form on our partnership page and we will send you our deck

No investment is too small or too big!

You can find a lot details on how to get to and from Whistler on the tourism website: https://www.whistler.com/getting-here/

In brief:

You can fly into Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and take a direct shuttle bus or rent a car.

Whistler charter busses are running on a regular schedule from the airport and downtown Vancouver. They are comfy and reasonably priced.

If you are coming to Whistler for the summit only and will be staying at the Delta Hotel, then you will be in the very center of the Whistler Village and do not need a car. Save yourself the stress of driving and parking fees.

We have fixed group rates for Delta Hotels Whistler Village Suites.

Check-in on March 13, 2025

Check-out on March 16, 2025

We do not have a discount for the stay outside of the summit days.

1 bedroom unit fits up to 4 people – 1040 CAD (approx 735USD) total taxes included

2 bedroom unit fits up to 6 people – 1736 CAD (approx 1225USD) total taxes included

The hotel booking link will be shared after package purchase. 

Number of rooms available is limited. We have more availability for 2 bedroom units, which can be a more economical option with more flexibility for room sharing.

For room-sharing list please check the list:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1H_9cw4GI-FCEDaClwwwllqwbzmEJUqdv9Vxiu-18QmA/edit?usp=sharing

Please be aware that this information is pretty much public (accessible to anyone through this link)

For your reference:

Yes! In the past years a lot of folks connected for carpool and shared accommodation. This definitely helps to cut costs, not be on your own, make new friends.

You can also add yourself if you are flying from afar and want to see if there is someone else coming from your area or want to meet at the airport to take a bus together.

Add your info or contact folks that provided options:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1H_9cw4GI-FCEDaClwwwllqwbzmEJUqdv9Vxiu-18QmA/edit?usp=sharing

Please be aware that this information is pretty much public (accessible to anyone through this link)

1. Air Canada for flights to YVR

We have a group booking discount for Air Canada and partner-operated flights.

Promotion Code: T2PP47P1

Applicable Rules:

The booking is to be made to the following city: Vancouver, YVR (Canada)
The travel period begins Thursday, March 06, 2025 and ends Sunday, March 23, 2025.
Travel is valid Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
For North America’ 5% applies on standard fares, 10% on flex fares & higher. For International Travel’ 10% on standard fares & higher.

2. WestJet for flights to Whisler

WestJet are able to offer 5% off Econo* and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium fares for travel within Canada and 2% off Econo*, 5% off EconoFlex and 10% off Premium base fares for guests travelling Trans-border. No discount will apply to Ultra Basic or Business class bookings.
To take advantage of this offer, you will need the discount code listed. Please visit www.westjet.com/conventions to make a booking online.

Applicable Rules

• The booking is to be made to the following city: Whistler, BC
• The travel period begins: 3/6/2025
• The travel period ends: 3/23/2025

Coupon Code: 8H0L1EI

There is A LOT to do in Whistler. It is a world-class resort and town that has a lot of entertainment.

Tourism Whistler has some great suggestions for activities and things to do/see if you’d like to extend your trip:

https://www.whistler.com/winter/

After you purchase your package, we will end you next things:

• form to confirm your information and skiing/snowboarding level for the first day on the slopes
• link to hotel booking
• thanks to our sponsor The North Face you will receive a 50% off code for their online shop

For the previous two events, we used Slack to communicate with the whole group.

Colour the Trails team shared updates and reminders. Participants were offering/joining self-organized meetups and activities.

We are planning to do the same for the upcoming summit.