Silver Star Update - December 28, 2009
NEW - Night skiing is now open every Friday and Saturday night.
Silver Star is currently open offering service on 12 lifts starting at 8:30 AM. There are currently 107/115 alpine runs available to enjoy with 42 groomed as well as 25 cross country runs.
Over the last 7 days Silver Star has received 28cm (11.02") of new snow giving them a base of 93cm (36.61")
Silver Star Introduction
Set amongst the beautiful British Columbia landscape, Silver Star, the quintessential winter wonderland, provides infinite enjoyment for any age or skill level to appreciate. Featuring a Victorian-inspired village complete with brightly colored storefronts and boardwalk paths linking together quaint boutique shopping to sumptuous dining options, this family-friendly resort boasts a certain charm and familiarity. An endless list of ski-in/out accommodations, from comfortable to lavish, ensures visitor’s needs are appropriately met while providing a warm haven to return to after a thrilling day of alpine action. Known for its champagne powder, Silver Star is blanketed by an average annual snowfall of 700 cm (23 ft) across its 115 marked runs and impressive 3,000 acres of skiable terrain, making it a top contender in the Canadian market.
OKChalets provides guests with the largest selection of Silver Star Accommodations. Our full inventory includes chalets and private vacation homes for everyone from small families to large ski groups. We provide a variety of ski in/ski out condos and hotel rooms which feature unbeatable access to village amenities. Guests looking for luxury lodging should ask one of our reservation agents about reservations at the exclusive Snowbird Lodge Resort or one of our other premium Silver Star rentals.
Silver Star Information
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Silver Star Facts & Amenities | |
| Learn more about Silver Star Resort including hours of opperation, mountain stats, annual snowfall, information on lifts and mountain capacity as well as run lengths and more. | ||
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What's New for 2009/10 | |
| Find out about recent additions and improvements to Silver Star Resort such as summer grooming, new grooming eqipment, parking lot expansions and new accommodations including Firelight Lodge. | ||
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Resort Activities | |
| There is more to do while staying at Silver Star Resort then just skiing and snowboarding. Plan to visit Silver Star's Tube Town, take a horse drawn sleigh ride, try cross-country skiing or learn to take professional big air jumps with the new Aerial Training Site. Browse our full list of activities and start planning your dream vacation now. | ||
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Events Calandar | |
| Find out what is going on at during your stay such as ski and snowboard races, concerts, special events and holiday festivities. | ||
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Snowbird Lodge - Silver StarProperty ID# 1923 |
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| 1 Bdrm | 4 | $177 - $430 |  |
| 1 Bdrm + Den | 6 | $209 - $471 | |
| 2 Bdrm | 8 | $232 - $771 | |
| 2 Bdrm + Den | 8 | $253 - $659 | |
| 3 Bdrm | 10 | $293 - $694 | |
| 3 Bdrm + Den | 10 | $308 - $735 | |
| Studio | 2 | $128 - $247 | |
FireLight Lodge - Silver StarProperty ID# 8206 |
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| 1 Bdrm | 4 | $199 - $427 | |
| 1 Bdrm + Den | 6 | $259 - $478 | |
| 2 Bdrm | 6 | $310 - $559 | |
| 3 Bdrm | 8 | $450 - $742 | |
| Studio | 2 | $150 - $329 | |
Albrechtsen Home - 5 Bdrm HT (E) - Silver StarProperty ID# 1280 |
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With a spacious interior with tasteful decor blended with a phenomenal view of Silver Star Mountain, best possible ski access and all amenities - The Albrechtsen Home has it all. More details... More details Room Layout: 5 BdrmSleeps: 17 Price/Night: $589 - $969 |
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Aynsley - 5 Bdrm HT (R) - Silver StarProperty ID# 381 |
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The Aynsley is a five bedroom home featuring a fully equipped kitchen with microwave and dishwasher, washer/dryer, TV, VCR and stereo. Average nightly rate $519 per night. More details... More details Room Layout: 5 BdrmSleeps: 14 Price/Night: $349 - $789 |
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Abbott Home - 4 Bdrm HT (P) - Silver StarProperty ID# 1296 |
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This 4+ bedroom home is located on Pinnacles Road, close to the Mid Tee bar and ski overpass providing one of the best locations on the mountain for ski in/out access. Average nightly rate $519 per ni... More details Room Layout: 4 BdrmSleeps: 12 Price/Night: $359 - $809 |
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Aston House - 4 Bdrm (E) - Silver StarProperty ID# 1931 |
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This stunning new home offers luxurious living with top quality fittings, great views and the convenience of a ski-in, ski-out location close to Silver Star village and the top of the Alpine Meadows c... More details Room Layout: 4 BdrmSleeps: 10 Price/Night: $439 - $939 |
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Arnica Suite - 2 Bdrm (R) - Silver StarProperty ID# 1935 |
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This bright and spacious home located on the Knoll offers all that skiers need. Average nightly rate $249 per night. More details Room Layout: 2 BdrmSleeps: 4 Price/Night: $159 - $369 |
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Berkers Suite - 2 Bdrm HT (R) - Silver StarProperty ID# 423 |
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The Berkers Suite is a 2 bedroom suite and sleeps a maximum of 7. Average nightly rate $269 per night. More details... More details Room Layout: 2 BdrmSleeps: 7 Price/Night: $159 - $369 |
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Black Pine Lodge - 4 Bdrm + Den HT (E) - Silver StarProperty ID# 1282 |
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The Black Pine Lodge is an Exectutive Chalet, located close to the village and has great ski access for downhill and cross country skiing. Average nightly rate $709 per night. More details... More details Room Layout: 4 Bdrm + DenSleeps: 12 Price/Night: $439 - $939 |
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Blue Skies Main - 3 Bdrm + Den HT (E) - Silver StarProperty ID# 374 |
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The Blue Skies Main is a 3 bedroom suite and sleeps a maximum of 9. Average nightly rate $579 per night. Also available in this home: Blue Skies Suite. Together they sleep 15 and have 4 bedrooms. More... More details Room Layout: 3 Bdrm + DenSleeps: 9 Price/Night: $389 - $819 |
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Interactive Map of Silver Star
Interactive maps are a great way to find your perfect vacation rental in a location that’s perfect for you. View properties, photos, surrounding winter and summer attractions all in one location.
Please feel free to browse our current selection of interactive maps:
| Big White Map | Silver Star Map | Sun Peaks Map |
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| Fernie Map | Kimberley Map | Whistler/Blackcomb Map |
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| Park City Map | Beaver Creek Map | Jackson Hole Map |
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Silver Star Directions
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Silver Star Mountain Resort is located 14 miles (22 km) northeast of Vernon. From Vernon drive north on Highway 97 and turn east on Silver Star Rd. There are daily flights to Kelowna from most major Canadian cities. Check Kelowna Airport for daily shuttle schedules. |
Location
22 km (12 mi) northeast of Vernon, BC on Silver Star Road.
Shuttle available from Kelowna Airport to Silver Star.
By Car
Silver Star is easily accessible by all major routes from Vancouver, Calgary and the Canada/USA boarder. It’s 22 km (12 mi) northeast of Vernon, BC. Connect with Highway 97 to Vernon and follow 48th Avenue to Silver Star Road.
By Air
Kelowna International Airport is serviced by many of the top Canadian airlines — Jazz, WestJet, Air Canada, Horizon Air (Alaska), Harmony Airways and Regional 1 Airlines. These airlines are partnered with many international carriers and fly non-stop to Kelowna daily from Vancouver, Toronto, Victoria, Calgary, Kamloops, Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge and Seattle. Airport hosts can be found in the arrivals lounge and are identifiable by their yellow vests. Daily frequent and efficient shuttle service is available between the resort and the airport.
Distances
| City | Kilometers | Miles |
| Calgary, AB | 577 km | 359 miles |
| Vancouver, BC | 486 km | 302 miles |
| Kamloops, BC | 140 km | 87 miles |
| Penticton, BC | 139 km | 86 miles |
| Kelowna, BC | 75 km | 47 miles |
| Vernon, BC | 22 km | 14 miles |
Lift Tickets
Take advantage of discounted lift tickets with your accommodations.
| Ski Season Dec 01/09-Apr 30/10 |
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| Adult (19-64) - Flex Pass | $61.00 CDN |
| Youth (13-18) - Flex Pass | $51.00 CDN |
| Child (6-12) - Flex Pass | $28.00 CDN |
| Senior (65+) - Flex Pass | $51.00 CDN |
| Free (5 & Under) - Flex Pass | $0.00 CDN |
Shuttle
Take advantage of shuttle transportation to our major ski destinations.
| Winter Nov 01/09-Apr 30/10 |
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| Shuttle - Child 6-12 - One Way | $30.48 CDN |
| Shuttle - Tot - One Way | $18.57 CDN |
| Shuttle - Tot - Round Trip | $23.33 CDN |
| Shuttle - Child 6-12 - Round Trip | $48.57 CDN |
| Shuttle - Adult - Round Trip | $68.57 CDN |
Equipment Rentals
Rent all the equipment you will need for a great day on the mountain including skis, boats, poles, snowboards and more.
| Ski Season Dec 01/09-Apr 30/10 |
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| Adult (13+) - Ski/Snowboard Rental | $28.00 CDN |
| Child (6-12) - Ski/Snowboard Rental | $17.00 CDN |
| Tots (5 & Under) - Ski Rental | $12.00 CDN |
Ski/Board Lessons
No matter what skill level you are currently at, lessons with a certified ski/board instructor can help you progress to the next level.
| Ski Season Dec 01/09-Apr 30/10 |
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| Adult (13+) - 2 Hr Group Ski Lesson | $41.00 CDN |
| Child (4-12) - Half Day Ski Lesson | $41.00 CDN |
| Child (4-12) - Full Day Ski Lesson | $61.00 CDN |
Christmas Package
• Christmas Tree (Artificial)
• Lights, Ornaments, Tree Top, Tree Skirt
• Stockings with Silver Star Logo (2)
• Ginger Bread House Building
• Torchlight Parade and Fireworks
• 2 Hour Tube Town Tubing Pass
• Short Bread Cookies
| Holiday Dec 17/09-Dec 26/09 |
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| Christmas Package 2009 | $290.00 CDN |
Activity
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Silver Star Cross Country Ski CampPhone: 1-250-558-6085P.O. Box 3002, Silver Star Mountain At Silver Star Mountain Cross Country Ski Camp during the month of Nordic (November 29th – December 7th) they feature programs for all levels of skiers. Come and join them for a few days at the best early snow site in the world! They are great at helping you launch your ski season on the right track! Distance camps also include 2 massage treatments, 1 yoga session, 1 stretching session and national ski team dinner and auction. Silver Star Mountain Cross Country Ski Camps also has meal packages available for your every need. |
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Discover Okanagan ToursPhone: 1-800-797-6335PO Box 27021, Kelowna For all your shuttle service needs to and from places like Big White, Sol Mountain Touring, Silver Star and Apex Mountain Resort, Discover Okanagan Tours will get you there in time for fresh tracks. Our service goes beyond a van ride. |
Gallery OdinPhone: 1-250-503-0822215 Odin Road, Silver Star Mountain Resort, Vernon The Odin Gallery is contemporary art gallery which is located on the Knoll. It proudly represents twenty-seven Canadian artists from the Okanagan and throughout British Columbia. Some of the artists are well established and highly accomplished and some of the artists are just currently emerging. The Odin Gallery showcases both 2 and 3 dimensional art pieces. All of the Odin Gallery artists art is done in a distinctive and original style. Types of art featured in the Odin Gallery are: Pottery, Scrimshaw, Acrylics, Oils, Watercolours, Sculptures, traditional Ojibway, soapstone and wood carvings. |
Beyond WrapturePhone: 1-250-448-8899Silver Star's National Altitude Training Center, Beyond Wrapture Spa offers Heaven on Earth! They have crystal & mineral themed treatment rooms with healing energies of the Earth’s crystals & stones. They also offer: double treatment rooms (these allow you to enjoy a double massage with your partner or friend), a Silver Star room (for hydrating specialty facials), a Golden Glow Esthetics room (for Manicures and Pedicures) and an Exotic room (for quite sacred art stone massages). |
Keylight PhotographyPhone: 1-250-306-2517Keylight Photography portraits are done with a contemporary yet natural style. This allows the portraits to be both engaging and unique. Why not get great photos done on your vacation to show all your friends and family your amazing vacation and how much fun you had. The portrait session includes a get to know you session where you can discuss what you visualize for your portraits before your actual portrait session. |
Outdoor Discoveries Interpretive Services & Nature ToursPhone: 1-250-545-7446Outdoor Discoveries Interpretive Services & Nature Tours wants you to join award winning tour guide Roseanne Van Ee in one of her outdoor adventure tours. They offer tours that are specially designed for you no matter what size your group is (individuals, couples, families, friends, schools, clubs and more). Outdoor Discoveries allows you to enjoy the outdoors in a both fun and informative settings. The types of hikes and tours offered depending on their season of course are: Bears & Berries Tours, Ghosts of Silver Star Tour, Mountain Wildflower tours, Mushroom Safaris, Snowshoe Tours and more. |
Restaurant
Bean to Cup Coffee House and RoastersPhone: 1-250-542-2289Lord Aberdeen Hotel, Silver Star Mountain Resort Bean to Cup Coffee House and Roasters proudly is the only North Okanagan Specialty Coffee Bar that roasts their own beans. They also offer a large selection of sandwiches, wraps, salads and delicious deserts at this Specialty Coffee Bar. Located in both Vernon and Silver Star Mountain Resort in the Lord Aberdeen Hotel Bean to Cup Coffee House has many legends and facts you can learn about coffee beans. |
Retail Store
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Aberdeen MarketPhone: 1-800-553-5885Aberdeen Market is located in the heart of Silver Star Mountain Resort. They offer a complete line of groceries such as: fresh produce, dairy, bread, beverages (non-alcoholic and alcoholic), dry goods, frozen foods, condiments, dressings, spices and more. The Aberdeen Market also offers a pharmacy, health & beauty supplies and house ware items. Aberdeen Market also offers special orders for a $10 fee and needs 24 hours to ensure that they can properly fill your special order. Aberdeen Market will have your delivery to your vacation home by 4:00pm! |
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Vacation Food ServicesPhone: 1-866-969-34661983 Rosealee Lane, Kelowna Vacation Food Services provides a personalized, online grocery shopping and delivery service for visitors to Big White and Silver Star Ski Resorts. They offer everything your local supermarket offers - from non-perishable grocery staples and personal care needs to the freshest fruit and vegetables. The personal shoppers hand-pick the highest quality products to ensure your complete satisfaction. |
Valhalla Pure Outfitters152 Silver Lode Lane, Box 3084, Silver StarValhalla Pure Outfitters is Canada’s Mountain Sports Specialists and has been offering specialty outdoor clothing and gear since 1990. All brands and products are individually selected by expert staff of Valhalla at store level to best match their local needs and preferences. Valhalla Pure Outfitters matches or beats big city pricing even though they are a community shop. |
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Meals On The MountainPhone: 1-877-286-3257Delicious, Ready-to-Cook Meals for your Okanagan Winter Vacation. Our service can make your pre-trip meal planning and shopping simple and convenient! |
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