Mt. Washington Ski & Snowboard Trip

About Mt. Washington Day Trip

Join us as we make our way 2 hours north of Nanaimo to visit Mount Washington Alpine Resort where we will spend the day skiing, snowboarding or snow tubing! If you are keen to challenge yourself further - get yourself geared up for a ski/snowboard lesson and hit the slopes! The Mountain has a wide variety of downhill terrain ranging from beginner to expert. 

Pricing

We have created six different pricing packages based on the varying needs of each individual.

• Package #1 ($40) - Transportation ONLY -  This option includes a return trip to and from Mt.Washington ski hill from VIU
• Package #2 ($70) - Tubing ONLY -  includes 2 rounds of 1 hour-long snow tubing sessions and round-trip transportation
• Package #3 ($60) - No Lesson- Includes Lift pass and round-trip transportation (ideal for participants who own their own gear and are proficient downhill skiers/boarders) 
• Package #4 ($110) - No Lesson - includes lift pass, rentals and round-trip transportation (ideal for participants who own their own gear and are proficient downhill skiers/boarders)
• Package #5 ($140) - Includes ski/snowboard lesson + Rentals (skis/board, boots, poles and helmet) a lift pass & round-trip transportation (ideal for beginners)
• Package #6 ($160) -Ski/Snowboard & Tubing - Includes ski/snowboard lesson, lift pass, rentals (skis/board, boots, poles and helmet) , 2 rounds of 1 hour-long snow tubing sessions, and round-trip transportation

*Please note: Packages 4-6 MUST be approved by Cultural Connections staff. Skiers who do not wish to have a lesson MUST prove that they have skied/boarded big mountain terrain in the past 

**It is MANDATORY to wear a helmet if you are skiing or snowboarding with Cultural Connections - if you do not own one - you will be required to rent one prior to receiving your lift pass

What to wear

• Bring clothes for warm and cold weather
• A warm sweater and a warm jacket (waterproof jacket if possible)
• Warm pants (if you have waterproof pants you may want to bring them)
• Appropriate footwear (winter boots)
• A toque or warm hat
• Ski goggles (if you have some)
• Gloves or mitts
• Helmet (if skiing or snowboarding) - MANDATORY 

What to bring:

• A change of clothes and shoes for the bus ride home
• Water bottle 
• Snacks and lunch (or money for food)
• Money for shopping or additional rental equipment
• A small camera

Meeting Location: 

VIU Building 255 - Main Lobby (Second Floor) by  7:30 am

Trip Includes:

Round-trip transportation, the rest varies depending on what package is purchased 

Policies, Health & Safety

We have an ongoing commitment to ensure the safety and quality of our trips, with trained and responsible student leaders, staff and community partners. Before you sign-up, please check out our policies & procedures for more information about how to prepare for a trip, as well as our cancellation policy.

How to Sign Up

Our activities are available to all current VIU Students. Sign up with us in person, next to the Front Reception Desk in the "Glassroom" on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12pm – 1:30pm in Building 255 - Second Floor.

You will need to have your:

1. Student card,
2. Proof of medical insurance (BC Care Card or Guard.me Insurance Policy)
3. Payment (cash is currently the only method of payment for activities)

Waiver Form

Please read our general waiver form for VIU group activities in the attachment section below. All participants are required to read and sign the waiver before the start of the trip. We will provide a paper copy for you to read through again and sign the morning of the trip.

Contact

Roberto Donoghue – Admin. Assistant, Intercultural and Group Programs
Roberto.donoghue@viu.ca  
250-740-6315 Ext. 2459