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2010 Paralympic Events
This is an exciting season for Whistler as we will experience one truly inspirational event equally followed by another.
Inspiring Dedication
As
inspiring as it was to witness the dedication of the Olympic
athletes in their glory and as much as we can appreciate the
hurdles they go through to make it to the Winter Olympics, we are
equally motivated by the dauntless devotion and commitment
consistently displayed by the 2010 Paralympic athletes.
Here is a quick breakdown of the upcoming Whistler Paralympic events:
Paralympic Alpine Skiing at Whistler Creekside
- Downhill
- Super-G
- Giant Slalom
- Super Combined
Paralympic Cross-Country Skiing and Biathlon at Whistler Olympic Park:
- Men's Cross-Country
- Women's Cross-Country
- Short Distance Biathlon
- Long Distance Biathlon
Details, athlete information and a full schedule of Whistler 2010 Paralympic events can be found at Vancouver2010.com: http://www.vancouver2010.com/paralympic-games/
If your looking to get into the action, some of the wheelchair and handicap friendly activities include the Meadow Park Sports Centre, Lost Lake ski trails, Valley Trail and many more.
Check out the Whistler for the Disabled Recreation Program Guide for the Disabled: http://www.whistlerforthedisabled.com/accessiblerecreation.htm
Aava Whistler Hotel Is Wheelchair Friendly
Aava Whistler offers 5 spacious wheelchair friendly hotel rooms with handrails and a full roll in bathroom. For more information or to reserve your hotel room, please contact us or visit our website at AavaWhistlerHotel.com
