Dan Martell catching some big air.  Photo courtesy @stephanmalette
Dan Martell catching big air. Photo courtesy @stephanmalette

WELCOME TO MAPLE SUMMIT

Maple Summit is a private business event, by referral only, hosted by Baldface resort in the powder-filled mountains of Canada.  It is for growth-minded Founders & Entrepreneurs who enjoy connecting with other good humans, growing their business, and have the skills to enjoy the best backcountry in North America.

SOME Video PRIMERS

Here’s a private video Dan put together to help summarize the event:

https://vimeo.com/232538609/7ebd966656

Added a primer from our 2019 trip.  ;)  

https://vimeo.com/326692579/c5a5f2aa16

The legendary Michael Litt.  Photo courtesy of @dustinlalikphoto

Maple summit 2024 - dates & agenda

Wednesday January 24 2024

Arrive in Nelson

4pm

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10pm

Prestige Resort in Nelson

Event Details

Wednesday January 24 2024

Arrive in Nelson

Everyone comes into Nelson for Wednesday evening meet & greet.

4pm

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10pm

Prestige Resort in Nelson

THURSDAY JANUARY 25 2024

Warm up at Whitewater Resort

8am

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11am

Whitewater Resort in Nelson

Event Details

THURSDAY JANUARY 25 2024

Warm up at Whitewater Resort

Most of the group head to Whitewater for a few warm up runs.

8am

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11am

Whitewater Resort in Nelson

THURSDAY JANUARY 25 2024

Lunch at Cantina Del Centro

12pm

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1pm

Cantina Del Centro in Nelson

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THURSDAY JANUARY 25 2024

Lunch at Cantina Del Centro

Enjoy some gourmet Mexican cuisine.

12pm

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1pm

Cantina Del Centro in Nelson

THURSDAY JANUARY 25 2024

Heli up to Baldface

1pm

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2pm

Norman Stibbs airport in Nelson

Event Details

THURSDAY JANUARY 25 2024

Heli up to Baldface

Arrive at the Norman Stibbs airport in Nelson and check in with the Baldface team.  Unload and tag your luggage, park your vehicle along the...

Event Details

1pm

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2pm

Norman Stibbs airport in Nelson

FRIDAY to SUNDAY Jan 26-28 2024

Enjoying the Mountain & Networking

8am

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3pm

Baldface Lodge & Mountain

Event Details

FRIDAY to SUNDAY Jan 26-28 2024

Enjoying the Mountain & Networking

Spend the day riding the most amazing backcountry terrain Canada has to offer with an amazing group of founders & entrepreneurs while spendi...

Event Details

8am

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3pm

Baldface Lodge & Mountain

INVITE ONLY - Event FeeS

US & International Residents

US & International Residents

US & International Residents

USD $5,750

Residents of United States and outside Canada

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Canadian Residents - GST

US & International Residents

US & International Residents

CAD $6,750 + GST = $7,087.50

Residents of BC, QC, AB, MB, & SK

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Canadian Residents - Atl HST

Canadian Residents - Atl HST

Canadian Residents - Atl HST

 CAD $6,750 + ATL HST = $7,762.50

Residents of NB, NS, PEI, & NFLD

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Canadian Residents - ON HST

Canadian Residents - Atl HST

Canadian Residents - Atl HST

 CAD $6,750 + ON HST = $7,627.50

Residents of Ontario

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Fee Details

 Fees due upon confirmation.  

 Invoices will be sent to the associated companies after payment is made.

Only after money has been received is your spot confirmed.

Costs are non-refundable.  In the event of a cancellation within 60 days of the event, we will try our best to replace your spot so you can get a 50% refund if we're successful.  

Refunds will only be paid out after the end of February.

If you cancel, it does not mean an automatic entry for the next year.

Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended.

Details

Price Includes

COVID - US & International Friends

COVID - US & International Friends

Baldface lodging and food while on the mountain, Heli to lodge from Nelson Airport, snowcat, snowboards rental, lunch on the Thursday before heading up to Baldface, & event t-shirt and possible swag bag.

COVID - US & International Friends

COVID - US & International Friends

COVID - US & International Friends

The Canadian border is open for fully vaccinated travelers. The following link will provide a list of vaccines approved by the Canadian government in order to enter Canada without quarantine.  Please actively monitor for Canadian boarder restrictions here and entry criteria into Canada and the province of British Columbia here.  

Limited Seats

COVID - US & International Friends

Price Doesn’t Include

Seating is very limited so please let us know ASAP.   Just say “Hell yeah, I’m in!”.  You’ll be thanking us.  

Price Doesn’t Include

Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Price Doesn’t Include

Flights and Transportation to and from Nelson (usually carpool and split costs from airport, Kelowna, Spokane or Cranbrook), accommodations at Prestige hotel on Wednesday night, lift tickets to Whitewater Thursday morning but there’s a ski and stay package at Prestige and usually you bunk with another guest to split costs, Ski rental at Baldface, Massage Therapy if you want at Baldface, Drinks at Baldface, Tips for Baldface staff and guides, Avalanche ABS backpack if you want one, food before and after Baldface, Hotel on Sunday night when returning home before Monday morning flights.  Lastly, it doesn't cover trip cancellation insurance which should be purchased separately.

Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

 Costs are non-refundable but in the event of a cancellation within 60 days of the event, we will try our best to replace your spot so you can get a 50% refund if we're successful.  

Refunds will only be paid out after the end of February.   

You may also choose to move 50% of your fee to the next year based on availability and following year price adjustments.  

Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to book the Prestige Resort?

What time should I land for carpooling?

Do I have to book the Prestige Resort?

No, we will reserve a block of rooms.  The package usually includes ski passes to Whitewater Resort and breakfast.  You usually bunk with another person and split the costs of the room.

Where do I stay on the Sunday night?

What time should I land for carpooling?

Do I have to book the Prestige Resort?

Typically the Spokane crew stays at the Hilton Garden Inn Airport hotel, the Cranbrook crew stays at the St-Eugene Casino Resort, and the Kelowna crew stays at the Four Points Hotel beside the Airport.

Everyone should plan on flying out Monday morning.

What time should I land for carpooling?

What time should I land for carpooling?

When do we get off the mountain on Sunday?

For anyone who wants to carpool with others, you should plan on landing at your respective airport before 2:00 PM at the latest on the Wednesday.

For the US crew, please note that the Border Crossing closes at 8:00 PM if you arrive after, you may have to turn around, find a hotel, and drive to Nelson in the morning.

When do we get off the mountain on Sunday?

How strong of a Skier or Snowboarder do I need to be?

When do we get off the mountain on Sunday?

Depending on the weather, you will get back to the Nelson airport between 2:00 and 5:00 PM.

How strong of a Skier or Snowboarder do I need to be?

How strong of a Skier or Snowboarder do I need to be?

How strong of a Skier or Snowboarder do I need to be?

Baldface terrain is 100% backcountry riding in typically deep powder and very steep terrain.  70% of the terrain will be in the trees.  It is for advanced skills and can be very dangerous for inexperienced riders.  

COVID Travel

How strong of a Skier or Snowboarder do I need to be?

How strong of a Skier or Snowboarder do I need to be?

 For our American and international friends, we’ve been told the Canadian border will be open for fully vaccinated travelers. The following link will provide a list of vaccines approved by the Canadian government in order to enter Canada without quarantine. 

Where do I fly into?

Where do I fly into?

Where do I fly into?

CANADIANS:  We’re flying into Cranebrook.  Unless you have other travel plans before, I will ask that most Canadians fly into Cranebrook (YXC) and drive to Nelson (about 2.5 hours ish).  Once things get settled, we can figure out carpooling or group transportation.  The US folks have this option if they like but usually fly into Spokane (GEG).   Kelowna (YLW) is another option but 4 hours away from Nelson.

For our American friends, usually people fly into Spokane, Washington (GEG) and drive to Nelson (about 3 hours).  New last year, Baldface has a shuttle bus service.  Once we get everyone’s travel info, we’ll arrange a pick up or you can rent a vehicle and carpool.  Having a rental on Thursday is always good to get to the ski hill and back.

PLEASE NOTE:  I do NOT recommend you fly into the West Kootenay Regional Airport (YCG), also called Castlegar Airport.  Even though it looks like it’s only 30 minutes from Nelson on Google Maps, it’s also nicknamed CancelGar as we learned a few years back, then forgot, and learned again...  50% of the flights are cancelled due to fog and bad visibility.  Spare yourself the last minute changes. 

What to pack?

Where do I fly into?

Where do I fly into?

Please remember to pack for your trip heli-friendly. Because guests of Baldface are transferred to and from the lodge by helicopter, it is important to pack as light as possible, 50 lbs. or less. Soft sided luggage is preferable and absolutely NO BOARD BAGS OR SKI BAGS . Guests with excess or oversized luggage may be asked to downsize or risk an additional fee of $200. 

Please note, ski and snowboard rentals are available for $40 per day. Guiding staff will be able to assist you with your rental requests after dinner on the night of your arrival. Poles are included. Baldface does NOT rent boots. 

 

  
 

What Roddy packs?

Where do I fly into?

Hotels to consider when leaving?

Here’s what I pack for Baldface in a duffel bag.  I leave the rest of my stuff in the rental at the Nelson Airport

Snowboard (only b/c it’s my backcountry board), Snowboard Boots (Note:  You can’t rent any in Nelson or Baldface.  Same for Ski boots.  Make sure you bring yours.  I’d recommend bring them via carry-on to ensure you don’t end up without.), 2 Pair of Goggles (have at least 1 low light lense), Helmet, 2 Pair of Gloves, Snow pants, 2 Pair of Ski Socks, 1 pair of Jeans, Jacket - Shell ( I personally just do base layer and shell but some add a layer in between as well), Neck warmer (multiple isn’t a bad idea), A base layer. Some use a one piece base layer with hood (Sumo Suit), Long sleeve shirt,  warm sweater / hoody / Tuxy, Tuque (winter beanie hat), Lodge loafers (optional), toiletry bag, including deodorant, toothbrush, & toothpaste, winter boots for walking outside the lodge, a few underwear, phone/watch chargers, earplugs if you’re bunkmate snores, some may consider their GoPro and accessories, extra strength Advil…a must for some of us.  

Hotels to consider when leaving?

Where to stay the night of Wednesday in Nelson

Hotels to consider when leaving?

For those staying in Cranbrook, I’d recommend      you stay at the St Eugene Hotel.  The boys seemed to have had a good time there in previous years.

https://www.steugene.ca/en/home-page/ 


For those staying in Spokane, we’d recommend you stay at the Hilton Garden Inn at the Spokane Airport.

http://hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/washington/hilton-garden-inn-spokane-airport-GEGSPGI/index.html


If anyone decides to fly out of Kelowna, the Four      Seasons is the closest hotel to the airport.

https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/ylwfp-four-points-kelowna-airport/


You can most likely bunk up with someone that      night as well if you want to share the bill.

Get Your Ass to the Gym

Where to stay the night of Wednesday in Nelson

Where to stay the night of Wednesday in Nelson

 I would recommend starting a fitness program to strengthen your legs, core, and endurance for the trip in early November.  That’ll give you enough time to build yourself up to being able to handle the adventure.  Taking this part seriously will make a significant difference to the experience you will have.  The group is only as fast as the slowest person so your fitness may make the difference of an extra run each day. 

Where to stay the night of Wednesday in Nelson

Where to stay the night of Wednesday in Nelson

Where to stay the night of Wednesday in Nelson

 We will be staying at the Prestige Lakeside      Resort in Nelson.  DON’T BOOK YOUR ROOM for the Wednesday.  We’ve reserved a block of rooms.

Best we all stay at the same place.  You’ll have the opportunity to bunk up with someone to save on costs and get to know the group.

We will have a room only rate or a ski and stay      package rate for those wanting to lift tickets.  Rooms will be based on double occupancy so room costs will be split in two.

Also, if you show up on Tuesday, you will have to move rooms potentially on Wednesday due to the pairings.    

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