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BIG WHITE.COM school’s stay & ski

BIG WHITE.COM We are Canada’s largest totally ski-in, ski-out resort village, with a mountain of fun including 15 lifts, 118 runs for all abilities and covered annually by 750cm (24.5 feet) of champagne powder!

At Big White we are proud of our reputation for providing quality school group trips at exceptional value. Our Groups Department is committed to delivering quick and efficient service to you as a valued client.

We have created our School’s Stay & Ski packages especially for High School and Elementary groups to give our best value yet.

We look forward to working with you and hosting your group at Big White Ski Resort this ski season.

At Big White Ski Resort we are proud of our family atmosphere, fantastic snow conditions and terrain. We have received multiple awards re ecting this, including: • “Best Family Resort”, Best Grooming” and “Best Snow”, Ski Canada’s ‘Best in Skiing in Canada’ Awards • “Best Opportunity For Pint-Sized Pile Ups” award with the new high-capacity Magic Carpet Tube Lift, Ski Canada • #2 Best Terrain Park in North America, USA TODAY 10Best Awards • Top 10 Best Resorts for People Who Don’t Ski, MSN Travel • #1 Ski Resort in Canada for Best Powder, Ski Canada Magazine • Named #2 “Awesome Deep Powder Runs in Canada”, Ski.Canada.Travel • Trip Advisor 2015 Certificate of Excellence Award • The Cli ranked #98, Top 100 Ski Runs in the World • Family Ski Resort of the Year 2014, Snow Action Magazine Australia • Best place to learn to Ski Worldwide 2014, Skiresort.info • Best Ski-in, Ski-out Resort in Canada & North America 2014, The London Telegraph • Out & About with Kids 2014 Best of Family Travel Awards • #3 “Things to do in the Okanagan Valley”, Trip Advisor • Sun Rype Bowl has been named #2 of “Awesome Deep Powder Runs in Canada, Ski Canada Magazine

BIG WHITE.COM why big white?

IT’S THE SNOW Big White is home to the best snow in British Columbia and the longest season in the Okanagan Valley. Mother Nature blesses us with an average of 750cm (24.5 feet) of 100% natural, dry and fluffy powder snow up to and beyond the season, every year. This abundant snow fall provides endless days of fresh lines and winter fun.

DEDICATED GROUPS DEPARTMENT Our dedicated team specialize in looking after How do the Groups Department make booking so easy? school groups of all sizes. PREPARATION: We know that Big White Ski Resort is the perfect place for kids to enjoy a fun filled Ski trip! We want their Chaperones to know they are not alone in running such a trip, value our Groups Department will work together with the Group Leader to ensure easy preparation We know that students are the way of the future, and an even easier time on the mountain. To get started; we have outlined pricing and so we make sure our packages are affordable for policies to help you decide on the best package for your School Group. all family budgets.

To get a quote simply let us know your School is interested in hosting a trip up at Big White GREAT WEATHER Ski Resort and we will send you our School Group Request form. This allows us to collect all Big White enjoys some of the best weather in the important information we need to create the perfect School Ski Trip! British Columbia. We boast an average temperate To book; once the booking is ready to go ahead, we will ask for a letter from the school of –5°C (23°F), allowing you to ski and board all administration confirming that the trip is approved by the school board. We will provide you day in comfort. with a full timeline of payments and processes for your booking. Before you arrive; we will send you our Lesson & Rental form so we can collate all the LIFTS & LESSONS necessary information for your arrival, making your on mountain time enjoyable and stress Our highly trained ski and snowboard instructors free! are ready to teach your beginner students, ON ARRIVAL: You will be welcomed to Big White Ski Resort by our friendly ski resort staff. or develop the skills of your more experienced We will present you with an arrival package that will include all of your tickets & vouchers young people. Every chairlift accesses a wide and accommodation keys, as well as a personalized itinerary including helpful information variety of challenging terrain including at least and an insight into mountain activities. one green run, so all ability levels can comfortably explore the mountain. ABUNDANT ACTIVITIES Skiing and snowboarding are not the only things to do at Big White. We have an outdoor skating rink, tubing park, horse drawn sleigh rides, dog sledding, snowmobiling and more!

BIG WHITE.COM GREAT VALUE HOTEL PACKAGE

the inn at big white Situated in the heart of the Village Centre, the Inn at Big White features excellent resort amenity access. Set amidst the spectacular Monashee Mountains, this property offers a relaxing atmosphere. After a great day on the slopes, skiers and boarders love to relax and enjoy the breathtaking views in the outdoor pool and soaker tub. Between location, amenities & value we believe this hotel is a great option for school groups. the inn at big white group package pricing Includes: Accommodation in a Superior room, full day lift pass & one 2 hour group lesson per day. Add rentals for a discounted additional cost. SUPER VALUE SEASON 2 NIGHTS/ 5 NIGHTS/ ADD 2 DAY ADD 5 DAYS 2 DAYS DAYS RENTALS RENTALS

Mid-week Child $163.15 $395.88 +$21.20 +$50.00 Weekend Child $235.15 $566.88 +$37.10 +$87.50 Mid-week Youth $183.55 $444.68 +$32.00 +$74.00 Weekend Youth $270.85 $652.28 +$56.00 +$129.50 Chaperone $373.55 $903.50 +$60.00 +$138.75 At the Inn at Big White, for every 20 students we require at least one adult chaperone (over the age of 21) who must be responsible for the students and any noise or damage. The Inn at Big White School Group Package is based on 4 students or 2 chaperones sharing one Superior Room. These Superior rooms have a queen and a queen murphy bed in the living room, one full bathroom & a galley kitchen. *All Terms & Conditions found on page 8 * Taxes additional Add a delicious Breakfast & Dinner package fROM just $33.75 per person per day! Our friends at the Blarney Stone Irish Tavern have put together a fantastic deal for our School groups so you can make meal time easy. With a separate dining room from the tavern & ground floor location at the Inn at Big White hotel, this space is perfect for School Groups. Included per day is a hot breakfast with a glass of juice, a delicious dinner including a pop or glass of juice & dessert! This deal is valid for purchase to all school groups booking thought the Big White Groups department, whether staying at the Inn at Big White or other Central Reservations accommodations. Breakfast & dinner package is $33 per person, per day plus tax and gratuity.

BIG WHITE.COM GREAT VALUE condo PACKAGE

the eagles resort condominium Always a hit with School Groups because of its prime location directly opposite the Village Centre and excellent ski-in/ski-out access to the Hummingbird beginner and night skiing slopes. Inside guests will appreciate the large rooms, convenient layout, comfortable furnishings and excellent Monashee Mountain views. Kids of all ages will love the pool sized indoor/outdoor hot tub and there is also a sauna and games room available. the Eagles resort group package pricing Includes: Accommodation in a 3 Bedroom Condo, full day lift pass & one 2 hour group lesson per day. Add rentals for a discounted additional cost. SUPER VALUE SEASON 2 NIGHTS/ 5 NIGHTS / ADD 2 DAY ADD 5 2 DAYS DAYS RENTALS DAYS RENTALS

Mid-week Child $164.57 $399.42 +$21.20 +$50.00 Weekend Child $236.57 $570.42 +$37.10 +$87.50 Mid-week Youth $184.97 $448.22 +$32.00 +$74.00 Weekend Youth $272.27 $655.82 +$56.00 +$129.50 Chaperone $376.38 $910.58 +$60.00 +$138.75 We require one adult chaperone (over the age of 21) to stay in each condo who must be responsible for the students and any noise or damage. The Eagles Condominium School Group package is based on 7 students and 1 chaperone per unit. These 3 bedroom regular units are spacious, with lots of bedding configurations & lofts doubling as a 4th bedroom. Each unit has 2 bathrooms and a full kitchen. *All Terms & Conditions found on page 8 * Taxes are additional Organize a Group dinner, enjoy getting out & about or even get pizza delivered to your room! We know that organizing a group can be hard work, so pre arrange a delicious dinner or set up a time to enjoy s’mores by the bonfire by selecting a great group rate from our Group Dining Package. Had a long journey or think every one will be tuckered out? How about pre ordering some pizzas? These deals are valid for purchase to all school groups booking thought the Big White Groups department, whether staying at the Eagles Resort or other Central Reservations accommodation.

BIG WHITE.COM GREAT VALUE premium condo PACKAGE

black bear II condominiums with private hot tubs These are townhouse style multi-level condominiums with private outdoor entrances and garages for each condo. All condos have balconies and private hot tubs. Black Bear Phase II condominiums are only a 5-7 minute walk to the village. These premium condos feature natural pine post and beam construction. The ski-to/ski-from access is across the road to the Hummingbird beginner run. black bear ii condo group package pricing Includes: Accommodation in a 3 Bedroom Condo, full day lift pass & one 2 hour group lesson per day. Add rentals for a discounted additional cost. SUPER VALUE SEASON 2 NIGHTS/ 5 NIGHTS / ADD 2 DAY ADD 5 DAYS 2 DAYS DAYS RENTALS RENTALS

Mid-week Child $194.18 $473.44 +$21.20 +$50.00 Weekend Child $266.18 $644.44 +$37.10 +$87.50 Mid-week Youth $214.58 $522.24 +$32.00 +$74.00 Weekend Youth $301.88 $729.84 +$56.00 +$129.50 Chaperone $435.61 $1,058.63 +$60.00 +$138.75

We require one adult chaperone (over the age of 21) to stay in each condo who must be responsible for the students and any noise or damage. The Black Bear II Condominium School Group package is based on 6 students and 1 chaperone per unit. These 3 bedroom premium units have varied bedding configurations. Each unit has 2 full bathrooms, 1 half bathroom, a full kitchen & their own private hot tub! *All Terms & Conditions found on page 8 * Taxes are additional be in the know before you hit the mountain! Here at Big White we have lots of weekly activities. Ranging from Quiz nights—family friendly and lots of fun, Bingo—with lots of prizes, Kids Carnival—meet Loose Moose and get some free cotton candy & fireworks—every Saturday evening starting in January! Click here to see a full detailed list, including our Weekly and Annual Events calendars.

BIG WHITE.COM activities

big white TUBE PARK Feel the wind in your face as you zoom down our thrilling tube park. Located in the Happy Valley Adventure Centre, the Big White Tube Park is a fantastic way to get your group together. No skill or equipment is required - just a sense of adventure and a desire for excitement. The Big White Tube Park has 5 specially groomed lanes for thrill seekers to enjoy, so no matter what age, everyone can enjoy a high speed ride down the slopes. The park is open Groups over 30 are eligible for a Private Tube Park Opening! Monday to Friday 4:00pm to 9:00pm and Enquire for our very affordable rates. Out of hours openings can be accommodated 2pm to Saturday to Sunday 2:00pm to 9:00pm, making 4pm week days and Noon to 2pm weekends and holidays. this a perfect activity for once the lifts close.

per PERSON groupS discounted TUBE PASS pricing Subject to change (weather permitting) TUBE PASS GROUP DISCOUNT PASS Age 6+ $18.40 ICE SKATING Age 5 and under FREE There’s nothing quite like skating on an outdoor rink surrounded by snow covered trees and per PERSON SKATE & RENTAL PRICING picturesque views of the mountains. ICE PASSES & RENTALS PRICE Take a spin on Canada’s highest skating rink - SKATING Skate Rentals $11.00 it’s the same size as an Olympic Hockey rink! Hockey Stick Rental $5.00/hr ($30 deposit required) Located in the Happy Valley Adventure Park, jump in on a pick up game with the locals Hockey Helmet Rental $5.00/hr or take a leisurely skate with family and friends.

Open daily from 11:00am to 9:00pm (weather permitting) Taxes are additional to prices shown

BIG WHITE.COM helpful tips to make life easy...

helmets Big White Ski Resort values the safety of all guests and understands the policies schools are now adopting to ensure the safety of their students. Children under 13 are eligible for free helmet rental! Pricing for youth & adult rental is $10.00 per day plus tax. All helmets do need to be pre-purchased/ordered. Rental Waivers The chaperone will be required to sign the rental waivers for each child upon collection of equipment. Group Dining As previously mentioned in this information package we have some great deals for School Groups for on mountain dining. We also have fantastic deals at other venues which can be found in our Group Dining Package. Meal Vouchers Did you know that you can purchase vouchers for Happy Valley Day Lodge? This is an easy way for students to purchase meals rather than carrying around money. Simply collect & pre pay for these vouchers and we will have them ready for pick up in your arrivals package. Parents won’t need to worry where their lunch money is going! Rentals Our rental shop is well stocked with skis and snowboards. You can upgrade to high performance skis or snowblades for a small additional cost upon collection of equipment at the rental shop. Your Arrival Package Included in your arrival package will be everything you need for your on mountain stay including all tickets & vouchers. We understand that preparation for a school trip is vital, so we are happy to get your arrival package ready for collection up to 48 hours prior to your arrival. Customized Packages If one of our packages doesn’t quite suit, we would be happy to tailor it to your needs or put a completely new quote together for you. We can also add all sorts of other activities.

BIG WHITE.COM let’s make your school trip one to remember

conditions of booking • Ages are classified as; Children 6-12 years, Youth 13-18 years & chaperone 21+ years. • All prices are subject to taxes (Accommodation subject to 15%, Rentals subject to 12% & all other components subject to 5%). Mandatory gratuity (15%) is applicable on all pre-booked food and beverage. • School Group discounts apply to groups of 20 or more, staying in Big White Central Reservations accommodation. • Mid-week pricing is classified as Monday through Friday and every night must fall into this range for midweek pricing. Weekend pricing is available upon request. • Season dates are as follows; Super Value Season—Nov 22-Dec 14 & Mar 25-Apr 7, Value Season Jan 3-Feb 1, Regular Season—Feb 2-Mar 24, Christmas—Dec 15-Dec 26, Holiday—Dec 27-Jan 2. • All packages are subject to availability • All prices are subject to change and are based on Super Value season, mid-week and are a guide only. Packages can be tailored to suit your school groups needs. • All school groups are required to provide a letter from the school administration confirming that the trip is approved by the school board. • We may require hotel accommodation references to confirm that this group is responsible while travelling. If these stipulations may cause you problems in securing this trip, please contact the Groups Department to discuss various options. • All activities are weather dependent • All activities are non refundable within 3 days of arrival, unless otherwise stated. For ticket/activity return policy please refer to your Group Booking & Cancellation policy. • Tickets, passes and vouchers are for pre-purchase from the Groups Department, unless otherwise stated.

BIG WHITE.COM CONTACT Groups Department at Big White Ski Resort Ltd. Phone: 250.491.6174 Toll Free: 1.800.663.2772 Web: www.bigwhite.com Email: [email protected]

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