What we’re about
This is a group for anyone that loves to adventure outdoors and wants to do it with other people, even if they are complete strangers. If you are between 20 and 60 and like to hike, camp, raft, ski, board, travel and other activities this is THE group for you. If you're only looking for happy hours, this isn't the group for you, this is NOT a singles group. We plan happy hours now and then to get the members of the group together in social settings to discuss future adventures - some good plans can be made over a beer or two. And all good adventures end with a drink!
It's better with someone else...
It's better with beer/drinks...
It's Better Outdoors...
Come join us!
Our motto is : "We don't talk quietly, hike slowly, go to bed early or only have just one drink"
Please make sure to read the Waiver (General Release of Liability). By joining the group you accept the policy decribed here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x-HMpzi-4XKZPa-7XTk-nQIa-v0CwZj5kgehs7mSnGw/edit?usp=sharing
Note: this is NOT a beginners group and events are typically geared towards those with some experience usually at an intermediate or advanced level depending on the event - ie: we don't hike slow and don't do short hikes
Please make sure you also read the 'What is expected of you' as described here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1C3oqyau0EjNVnHyKoc1DH0fi5PmLlB7wVH4-eSykZUg/edit?usp=sharing
Joining the group also means you're ok with being photographed during adventures - we always take pics: for the memories and for promotion of future events (we can't always accommodate a 'no photo' request)
This is a real meetup group, this is NOT a business nor am I promoting a business and I do not promote businesses. If you see an event posted that means that I will be there to meet you, greet you, do the activity with you and have a drink with you during or afterwards. We are also not a networking group and do not tolerate solicitation of members.
We welcome anyone in their 20s - 50s of any gender, race or nationality. But please email the event organizer first if you want to bring a dog...sometimes they are ok and sometimes not.
Other important information:
Process Should an issue arise during an event: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FBfABUk5UJSAkWnlF41F3PiZFSLUsp7FcNwM2GXY084/edit?usp=sharing
Payment Instructions:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WpIAHKrt_Scl-6y8yIlxdyiIoQLEgvkQPnlfNfGATNc/edit?usp=sharing
General Refund Policy:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sjjmzjvAI18tVuhmBAlSZJiGVzxWmsRO1rv1T_iNjuo/edit?usp=sharing
How to make sure your email settings are correct:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oNZkaEOstTvb1vlHK0BeRwCBpbc33zvfQq_cM64pOsE/edit?usp=sharing
Car Pooling Guidelines:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qXaJ8-sn0ue_BqHbUW5Def3VJrIBHrnqyP9-gnUh4wU/edit?usp=sharing
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Whistler-Blackcomb Feb 2025 (Inquire for availability)Tantalus Resort Lodge, Whistler, BC
IBO is working with Xplore N More for this Epic weeklong trip!
I'll be coordinating with the IBO people but you'll see XNM on most of the files/links, etc
VALID PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS TRIP! you must make sure your passport doesn't expire until at least 8/9/2025
Even if your passport is valid until 8/8/25, you will need to renew it before this tripWhistler Blackcomb is the largest ski resort in North America, by FAR. It boasts over 8100 acres of terrain, including 12 alpine bowls, 3 glaciers, 200 marked trails and one vertical mile. Oh and did we mention the variety Whistler-Blackcomb terrain offers? Glades, chutes, terrain parks and half pipes. 20 Double Black Expert trails, 35 Black Diamonds, 110 Blue trails, and 35 Greens makes this an ideal ski paradise for skiers/boarders of all levels. That pretty much says it all.
Epic Pass:
Buy your Epic Pass through the Xplore N More group program and you are eligible for a trip rebate. Send me a message if interested and I'll direct you.Dates
Travel to Whistler on Saturday (Feb 1st), returning the following Sunday (Feb 9th) (8 nights). For those who wish to return on a different date, message me.Cost
$890 is the approximate lodging cost, and may fluctuate a bit based on exchange rate as we get closer.Lodging:
We have two bedroom, two bathroom suites with full kitchens. There is a queen bed in one room, and two twins in the second bedroom, as well as a sofa bed (only to be used if people don't want to share the queen). This is the third time that I have worked with Tantalus Resort Lodge, located one block from the base of the gondolas, as well as the main village at Whistler. Tantalus has two outdoor hot tubs and a pool, as well as a dry sauna.
Reserve your spot: Send $400 deposit (or full estimated $890 payment) via Venmo: @Gary-Kiefer
(do not select 'pay for goods/services', make sure this is going to friends/family)
Only room for 60 people so don't wait until the last minute!Remaining balance to be paid on October 15th (exact amount TBD based on exchange rate)
Cancellation: Deposit is fully refundable until September 15th. See full trip writeup for more details of cancellation after September 15th.
Flights and Ground Transportation:
Everyone will need to book their own flights. We have a google sheet for coordination of flights and ground transportation. We will be looking into group shuttles from Vancouver and since we are staying in the village, no rental car is needed. More info to come soon. Passports are required, and there are restrictions on entering Canada if you have been convicted of a DUI in the U.S.Full Trip Writeup / Google Sheet / Flights / Info:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1QHZbxaUn2obm9nLgU0ZWx6Cl9zpNSptcPzlJWGJbNNU/edit?usp=sharing
By signing up for this trip, you agree with the Xplore N More Overnight Trip Rules & Regs (read this):
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_Ru11Patcv5zVsx4_1dW-YXVzvbWAhvfKh2SWqHcbco/edit?usp=sharing
*Since John and XNM is the lead on this trip, we are following his trip rules, make sure you're ok with themJohn will be leading the daytime adventurous ski crew doing all the fun, hard trails like chutes, drops, double black trees, etc
Gary will be coordinating some group dinners (just a couple nights), nightlife (probably every night) and working on the shuttle coordinationGroup chats: John will have a facebook group chat available for the trip at some point, everyone that's on facebook will be added to that.
I will start my own IBO Whatsapp chat for the trip about 2 weeks before the trip (you'll need to download and join whatsapp to do this, but it's not required, but you may miss out on activities if you don't)
