By KAT TANCOCK
Mountain Coaster at Blue Mountain, Ontario (Photo: Marc Landry)
Just like Canada itself, our ski hills are equated with winter. But there’s so much more to explore at the country’s coolest ski spots in the sizzling summer months. Here are 10 places to visit while the weather’s warm.
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- There's no chance of boredom at <a href="http://www.tremblant.ca">Tremblant</a> in the summertime. In addition to golf, mountain biking and hiking, you'll find cliff-side rock climbing—sign up for a half-day family lesson—zipline tours, <a href="http://www.tremblantactivities.com/a-tremblant-falcon">falconing</a>, a Eurobungy trampoline (pictured) and many kid-friendly activities.<br /> <em>• <a href="http://www.tourismemonttremblant.com/en/"> tourismemonttremblant.com</a> </em>
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- Mont Tremblant, Quebec
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- Ninety minutes north of Toronto, <a href="http://www.bluemountain.ca/">Blue Mountain</a> offers a wide range of warm-weather activities. Tennis and golf—including a putting course—are just the beginning; you can also go hiking and mountain biking, ride in an open-air gondola or a mountain coaster, visit an aquatic centre and try the newest edition a high and low ropes course.<br /> <em>• <a href="http://www.bluemountainvillage.ca/"> bluemountainvillage.ca</a></em>
- Mountain Coaster (Photo: Marc Landry)
- Blue Mountain, Ontario
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- Mountain Coaster (Photo: Marc Landry)
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- Now perhaps best known for hosting the 2010 Winter Olympics, <a href="http://www.whistler.com/activities/summer/">Whistler</a> is packed with things to do in the summertime, from golf and mountain biking to canoeing, kayaking and paddleboarding. Or come by for the annual <a href="http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/events-and-activities/events-calendar/events/2013/08/bbq-championships.aspx">Canadian National BBQ Championships</a> for food tastings, live music, entertainment and the chance to cheer on the country's top "grill masters".<br /> <em>• <a href="http://www.hellobc.com/whistler.aspx"> hellobc.com</a></em>
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- Whistler, British Columbia
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- Just half an hour's drive from Quebec City, Mont Sainte-Anne is a fantastic destination for hiking, mountain biking, camping and other outdoor experiences. Take the gondola to the top of the mountain for a 360-degree panoramic view of the Quebec countryside, or take in a golf game at the base of the mountain. Nearby activities include paragliding, canyoning and the Nordic spa.<br /> <em>• Mont Sainte-Anne, 2000 Boulevard du Beau Pré, 418-827-4561, <a href="http://www.mont-sainte-anne.com/ete/en-us/home.aspx"> mont-sainte-anne.com</a></em>
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- Mont Sainte-Anne, Quebec
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- In BC's Okanagan Valley, just an hour's drive from Kelowna airport, Silver Star's mountain-biking trails range from easy, paved and cross-country to double-black-diamond downhill trails for seasoned riders only. Other summer activities include hiking, horseback riding, Frisbee golf and geocaching, or sign up for a guided tour with naturalist <a href="http://www.outdoordiscoveries.com">Roseanne Van Ee</a> to learn about bears and berries, mountain wildflowers, birds or the ghosts of Silver Star.<br /> <em>• Silver Star Mountain Resort, 123 Shortt St., 1-800-663-4431, <a href="http://summer.skisilverstar.com/"> summerskisilverstar.com</a></em>
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- Silver Star Mountain Resort, British Columbia
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- In the middle of Banff National Park,Sunshine Village offers visitors a true summer alpine experience. Walking trails for all levels give visitors access to gorgeous viewpoints of mountain scenery and possibly close-ups with wildlife; DIY or sign up for a guided interpretive tour to learn about the area's ecology.<br /> <em>• Sunshine Village, 1 Sunshine access Rd., 877-542-2633, <a href="http://www.skibanff.com/things-to-do/summer-activities/"> skibanff.com</a><br /> • <a href="http://www.where.ca/listings/canadianrockies/canmore-kananaskis/activities-tours/ski-areas/sunshine-village-ski-resort-79/"> Map and reviews</a></em>
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- Sunshine Village, Alberta
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- With the highest vertical in Canada east of the Rockies and a view of the St. Lawrence, Le Massif is a popular year-round destination. In summer, drive or take the two-and-a-half-hour train ride from Quebec City (day trips and gourmet meals are available) to experience local food, outdoor adventure and even helicopter tours. Check out the new edition <a href="http://www.lemassif.com/en/ferme">Hôtel La Ferme</a> providing guests with exceptional regional food, cultural events and corporate get-togethers in modern facilities.<br /> • Le Massif, 455 Québec 138, Petite-Rivière-Saint-François, 1-877-536-2774, <a href="http://www.lemassif.com/en/accueil#_promo_2"> lemassif.com</a><br />
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- Le Massif, Quebec
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- North of Kamloops in south-central BC, Sun Peaks has ramped up its summer attractions and hosts <a href="http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/events-and-festivals/">events</a> throughout the summer months. Highlights include the Quilting in the Mountains workshops and live music festivals!<br /> <em>• Sun Peaks, 3220-3240 Village Way, 250-578-6000, <a href="http://www.sunpeaksresort.com/"> sunpeaksresort.com</a></em>
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- Sun Peaks, British Columbia
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- Not far from the Alberta and American borders in southeastern BC, <a href="http://fernie.com/">Fernie</a> is a true mountain destination with plenty to keep you busy in the summertime. Take a scenic chairlift ride to the top of the mountain for lunch and an easy afternoon hike, or bring your bike for cross-country or downhill mountain-biking trails. Additional activities include tennis, river rafting and a summer day camp for kids.<br /> <em>• Fernie Alpine Resort, 5339 Ski Hill Rd., 250-423-4655, <a href="http://www.skifernie.com/summer/"> skifernie.com</a></em>
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- Fernie, British Columbia
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- Calgary may have hosted the Winter Games back in 1988, but Canada Olympic Park has plenty of warm-weather activities to offer. Mountain-biking trails with lift access welcome everyone from beginners to advanced, and North America's fastest zipline will take you on a 100-metre vertical drop at speeds up to 140 kilomtres per hour. Don't miss the chance to try the summer bobsleigh with a professional driver.<br /> <em>• Canadian Olympic Park, 88 Canada Olympic Rd., 403-247-5452, <a href="http://www.winsportcanada.ca/index.cfm"> winsportcanada.ca</a></em>
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- Canada Olympic Park, Alberta
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