Mike Wiegele's Heli Village in Blue River, BC provides exclusive luxury in a self-contained resort setting. Unique in the heli skiing industry, the Heli Village allows guests to enjoy the best of the day's powder skiing and then return to their exclusive log chalet accommodation and village amenities. In addition to private and shared log chalet accommodation, the Heli Village Resort offers the exclusive services and amenities needed to create your unique and memorable vacation.
There is no cellular telephone service in Blue River. Wireless internet service is available throughout the Resort.
The Thunder Ridge Centre houses the Front Desk, Reservations, Conference Room and Administration departments.
At the Centre guests relax in the lobby, use phones and fax services and take advantage of the Internet workstations . Visit the helpful staff at the Centre to register your arrival, book your next vacation or learn more about Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing facilities and amenities.
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As the heart of the Heli Village, the Lodge's rustic beauty invites guests to relax and enjoy the Resort's luxurious amenities.
Home to many of the guests' favorite facilities, the Lodge also houses the Concierge / Guest Relations desk.
One of the rewards of active mountain life is eating well, a pleasure we take seriously in Blue River. Under the guidance of Executive Chef, Toni Spöri, gourmet meals and attentive service make dining in Blue River the perfect compliment to a great day of skiing. Alternating throughout your ski week, we offer plated dinner service and a world-class buffet featuring sushi, wild smoked salmon, Atlantic lobster and other specialty fares. Our menu varies daily to satisfy your taste buds and entice your palette. With our specialty suppliers we offer the freshest of the world's finest produce like fresh Canadian pride angus beef, New Zealand venison and an extensive selection of distinct International cheeses. We search for the best quality and the most select ingredients we can find from the exotic fruits flown in from Central America to the daily deliveries of fresh seafood. We do our best to buy locally when suitable products are available. We feature an in-house bakery and create all of our jams, specialty sauces internally. Our kitchen keeps up to date on food trends offering innovative new menu items. We take into consideration environmental and dietary requests offering more organic and free-range ingredients when available.
You may request to have meals prepared and served in your chalet. We can also cater to dietary needs. If you are celebrating a special occasion during your stay, please ask us about our specialty cakes. .
Our Award Winning Wine Cellar features over 600 wines from around the world selected to compliment any meal and satisfy our most wine knowledgeable guest. The Powder Max Restaurant wine list has been awarded by the Wine Spectator magazine the “Best of Award of Excellence” for outstanding wine selections. It represents over 16 countries of the best wine growing areas of the world. With particular strengths in French, American, Italian, Australian and increasingly British Columbia wines, guests can be sure to find good value and quality and enjoy the fun of a new discovery.
We are honored to also offer wines that are owned and/or operated by our valued guests including: Chateau Cos d’Estournel, Chateau Latour, Chateau Haut-Brion, Marimar Torres, Landmark, Avalon, Mark West, Cedar Creek, Penfolds, Rosemount, Lindemans and significantly Constellation Brands. .
Named after the 1,000,000 Vertical Feet Award, the Silver Buckle lounge is where our guests come relax with a drink by the fireplace after a great day in the mountains.
Enjoy the Live music and the famous Friday night show. Participate or watch the traditional open stage and skits.
Bonnie's Boutique carries a wide selection of clothing and accessories to help you enjoy - and remember - your MWHS vacation.
Please contact our trained and knowledgeable boutique staff if you have questions about clothing or equipment requirements at 250 673 2429 (during the ski season) or at boutique@wiegele.com.
Our modern, well-equipped Fitness Center offers exercise equipment for all interests. Guests wanting a cardio workout enjoy the stationary bikes, treadmills, Skiers Edge machines, rowing machines and cross-trainers, while others take advantage of the 15 Nautilus weight machines and free weights. Group stretch classes are offered morning and evening in the suspended hardwood floor Studio. The apres-ski saunas and whirlpool. are popular activities after an invigorating day in the mountains.
Our fully trained massage therapists are available throughout the winter season. Request a massage appointment in advance by sending in a Massage Request Form.
Guests may also book appointments on arrival through the Front Desk, however appointment availability may be limited.
Our knowledgeable and experienced Sports Shop staff will provide the equipment you need to enjoy your MWHS vacation. Choose from a wide selection of Atomic Powder Skis and Burton Snowboards that are perfectly suited to our powder terrain and have your boots custom fitted for superb comfort. Sport shop staff will adjust your equipment to accommodate your ability and body size and then tunes and waxes your skis and board each day for maximum performance. Your equipment is delivered to the heli-pads each morning for your convenience.
In the Games Room guests enjoy a game of pool, fooseball, or table tennis while others relax with cards or a board game.
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Heli Village Resort accommodation is some of the finest in the business. Most guests stay in one of 22 handcrafted log chalets located throughout the resort. Whether you choose double or single accommodation (depending on availability and subject to surcharge) each chalet includes all the amenities you need for a perfect vacation. Most Private Ski Package chalets include a helicopter pad outside the door. Wireless internet access is available in the chalets.
Our popular private accommodation options include Albreda Lodge, Ironstone Manor and the Bavarian Estate.
The Guide Haus is the heart of our heli-skiing operations. Each morning the guiding team and pilots meet to discuss the weather forecast, the snow stability and decide which terrain will offer the best possible skiing that day.
In addition to the medical clinic, the Guide Haus also hosts the resort's climbing wall which is popular with many guests. The University of Calgary's Avalanche Research Centre and the Canadian Ski Guide Association offices are also located in the same building.
