Tourism Squamish

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    9 episodes
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Episodes of Tourism Squamish

    • Rock Climbing - The Spirit of Squamish

      Squamish is one of the worlds top rock climbing destinations. This is largely due to the deliciously sticky granite that is found all over town. Most famous of course is the Stawamus Chief, the second largest granite monolith in the world with enough routes to keep anyone busy for years. Here routes range from casual scrambles to 5.14 test pieces. Add this to the countless legendary boulders around town and you literally have a climbing paradise. Its safe to say that if youre just starting out...

      • Release date
        Feb 9, 2010
      • Runtime
        01:20
    • Weekend Getaways - The Spirit of Squamish

      Located halfway between downtown Vancouver and Whistlers high alpine, Squamish is where the ocean meets the mountains in Sea to Sky country. It lies at the crossroads between incomparable outdoor recreation and unforgettable West Coast culture. Its where rugged landscapes and stunning vistas come together to create memorable adventures. With ample time to soak in the beauty of the Squamish area, a two-day or weekend excursion will let you enjoy professionally guided adventure tours and activit...

      • Release date
        Feb 9, 2010
      • Runtime
        01:16
    • Conferencing and Meetings in Squamish

      Set in the ideal location just minutes from both Vancouver's downtown and Whistler's high alpine, Squamish is an exceptional meeting and convention destination. With professional and modern meeting facilities, plus an incomparable variety of outdoor adventure activities, Squamish offers the perfect balance between work and play. Discover a unique and affordable venue that's closer than you think, yet a world apart from the everyday. For more information about conferencing and meetings in Squam...

      • Release date
        Feb 3, 2010
      • Runtime
        01:20
    • Kiteboarding - The Spirit of Squamish

      There are precious few spots on the globe where wind, water and land combine to provide flawless conditions for kiteboarding. The Squamish Spit at the mouth of the Squamish River is one of those places with warm wind, sunshine, and great times! While surrounding lakes make for good practice areas, those seeking the delicate balance necessary for high performance days need look no further than the Squamish Spit. For more information about kiteboarding in Squamish, visit http://www.tourismsquami...

      • Release date
        Feb 1, 2010
      • Runtime
        01:15
    • Families - The Spirit of Squamish

      Squamish is the Outdoor Recreation Capital of Canada. This doesn't mean that you have to be an "extreme" family to enjoy all that Squamish has have to offer. There is plenty to choose from for families. Whether it is a relaxing camping vacation at Alice Lake Provincial Park http://www.tourismsquamish.com/alice-lake-provincial-park , learning about Canada's railway history at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park http://www.tourismsquamish.com/what-see-do/west-coast-railway-heritage-park , or en...

      • Release date
        Jan 29, 2010
      • Runtime
        01:18
    • Skwxwú7mesh Uxwumixw - The Squamish Nation - The...

      The Squamish Nation is comprised of descendants of the Coast Salish Aboriginal peoples who lived in the present day Greater Vancouver area; Gibson’s landing and Squamish River watershed. The Squamish Nation have occupied and governed their territory since beyond recorded history. Total area of Squamish Nation Traditional Territory is 6,732 sq. km. (673,540 hectares). For more information about the Sḵwxwú7mesh Uxwumixw (The Squamish Nation), please visit http://www.squamish.net or http://www.to...

      • Release date
        Jan 28, 2010
      • Runtime
        01:24
    • Mountain Biking - The Spirit of Squamish

      For mountain biking, it’s widely known that it really doesn’t get much better than British Columbia. With the world famous extreme North Shore and Whistler a stones throw away, Squamish stands out with an unparalleled variety of trails. Situated in a valley with surrounding mountains there are endless kilometers of mountain biking trails in Squamish for every skill level. From gentle cruises in the estuary and friendly cross country trails in the Alice Lake area, to hairball downhill descents ...

      • Release date
        Jan 26, 2010
      • Runtime
        01:16
    • People - The Spirit of Squamish

      There are many good reasons why Squamish is known as the "Outdoor Recreation Capital of Canada." A huge variety of outdoor activities are possible at the front door of the community. Squamish is renowned as a world-class location for several of these activities, some of which include windsurfing, rock climbing, and mountain biking. Besides the array of outdoor activities, people choose Squamish because the community is made up of diverse people that are working together to find a balance betwe...

      • Release date
        Jan 22, 2010
      • Runtime
        02:27
    • Hiking - The Spirit of Squamish

      There are seemingly endless hikes to choose from in the Squamish area. From ocean walks and river walks to hikes in the forest or up the mountainside, there is something for everyone! For more information on hiking in Squamish, visit http://www.tourismsquamish.com/what-see-do/hiking

      • Release date
        Jan 22, 2010
      • Runtime
        01:16
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