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 1986. 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: On November 30, 1985, BC Rail began running a Ski Train from North Vancouver to Whistler, offering both one-way and return tickets. Though it experienced a slow start through December (reportedly an average of 70 passengers per run), BC Rail said that usage increased to over 120 passengers per run in January as publicity increased.
Question: What do you think of the new ski train service?
Nick Stouros – Sales Representative – Toronto
We took it up here the other day. We thought it was great and the views are spectacular. It was on time and very clean. I would probably use it all the time if I lived in Vancouver. I can’t imagine doing anything else after looking at the number of cars rolling in this morning. Anyone from Toronto wouldn’t hesitate to take it.
Brenda Ouellette – Fitness Instructor – Vancouver
This is the first time I’ve taken the train. I think it’s great, and it’s convenient. We told all our friends. The road’s pretty dangerous.
Bill Spencer – Salesman – New Westminster
This is the first time I’ve caught it. I’ll certainly take it again. It sure beats driving up here. The drive back, when you’re tired from skiing, is not the best way to go. I can see them adding another car on through today was the first day the train has been full. The fare is cheap: you couldn’t get up here for the equivalent in gas.