Conditions on the hill have been less than ideal so far this season. A portent of things to come, an El Niño aberration, or just Pacific Coast weather? I will defer to the experts for guidance.
A beneficiary of the inclement weather has been the bustling Whistler Racket Club, where courts are at a premium as both locals and visitors look for alternative forms of recreation. Most Whistlerites are aware that the Northlands, where the club is situated, will be developed in the coming years. In fact, the developer will shortly submit new plans which will hopefully include details of a new recreational amenity.
We as a community will have sight of these plans in the new year when an extensive public consultation will take place. Common sense would dictate Whistler has a weatherproof recreational amenity for a host of reasons, including the physical/mental health benefits of playing sport and having an alternative to winter and even summer outdoor activities in the event of rain/smoke.
The Resort Municipality of Whistler has promised a robust engagement, so it is up to us, the community, to help shape a facility that endures. This will be a one-off opportunity.
