Whistler

COATS FOR KIDS Winter coats for children of all ages can be dropped off at Dual Mountain Drycleaners, both locations, at Market Pavilion and Function Junction. Coats are accessed by anyone in need through the Re-use It Centre.

ALPINE CLUB OF CANADA, WHISTLER SECTION Outdoor club focused on mountaineering, ski touring, climbing and hiking. Trip schedule www.alpineclubofcanada.ca/sections/whistler.html. Call 604-902-1772 for details.

What: BLACKCOMB The glacier is now closed and the countdown for November’s opening day has begun. In the meantime, the Magic Bike Park is open for beginners under the Magic Chair.

What: AWARE The Association of Whistler Area Residents for the Environment will hold their next meeting on Wednesday. The board meeting begins at 6 p.m. and the open meeting kicks off one hour later at 7 p.m. All welcome to attend.

What: CHRISTY CLARK AT WOW The former BC MLA, Deputy Premier and Vancouver Mayoralty contender Christy Clark will be the guest speaker at the next Women of Whistler meeting.

The B.C. Five Peaks Trail Running Series wrapped up its 2005 season last Saturday with a pair of races at Buntzen Lake. In the 6.5 km Sport Course, Whistler’s J.P.

Student classroom education unaffected so far

Whistler-Blackcomb embarks on community consultation

Glacier monitoring 2005

Statistics Canada reports that Canada’s international travel deficit reached its highest level in 12 years during the second quarter, fuelled by record spending by Canadians abroad. Canadians spent approximately $1.