In the 1980s the Whistler Question began posing a question to three to six people and publishing their responses under “Whistler’s Answers” (not to be confused with the Whistler Answer). Each week, we’ll be sharing one question and the answers given back in 1982. Please note, all names/answers/occupations/neighbourhoods represent information given to the Question at the time of publishing and do not necessarily reflect the person today.
Some context for this week’s question: When Eldon Beck designed the Whistler Village, he intended for people to get a little lost. In 1982, however, some people were having a bit more trouble than expected. The Village was still under construction, subdivisions weren’t always clearly marked, and there weren’t all that many maps around for those finding their way. Even the signs on the highway were less direct than they are today.
Question: Have you had any problems finding your way around Whistler?
Karin Strom-Gundersen – Vancouver
I think everything seems to be fairly straightforward. There’s definitely adequate signage.
Last time we were here we went cross-country skiing and had no problems.
The only thing we didn’t realize and it might confuse other people – is that there’s two parts to Whistler: the old section down by the Husky and the new centre here.
Carolyn Henshaw – Delta, BC
None!
Axel Andkide – Essex, Ontario
It’s been fairly easy getting around. I would say we had no problems whatsoever.
This is the first time we’ve come here. We drove up from Horseshoe Bay and there was no problem in finding the place or finding our way around.
We’ve really enjoyed it.