The survey of A-frames in Alta Vista mentioned in the Oct. 13 instalment of Museum Musings, “Framing early Whistler,” was initiated and documented by me, but much of the historical references were provided by another museum volunteer, Elaine Patterson.
I was a relative newcomer to Whistler at the time, fresh from the strongly built heritage community in Winnipeg. Elaine had the background and the stories.
She and her husband, Rob, built one of the still-existing A-frames on Lakeside Road. She had a wealth of knowledge about early skiing in Whistler. Elaine passed away a few years ago from breast cancer, but a wonderful “roast” was held at Roland’s, where we were all able to tell stories and say goodbye to her. She was a Weasel Worker and a good friend.
