Owner Operated
Snowwater Heli Skiing is owned and operated by the husband - and - wife team, Patric Maloney and Mariah Grant. The pair manages the business with a fervent gusto akin only to those truly obsessed with powder skiing, mountain living and the constant desire to have fun. Their goal has always been to live an active, healthy lifestyle while being continually challenged and inspired well into old age. Having the lodge allows them to meet interesting and extraordinary people from around the world who share similar philosophies in life.
It was Patric’s vision that initially conceived of and designed what has evolved into Snowwater. Having played in the mountains since he was fifteen, ‘bagging any peak’ he could find, he spent all his time in time outdoors, eventually becoming a forester and arborist. He bought the lodge property in 1993, built the main timber frame structure in 1994, and began offering snowmobile ski touring trips soon after that. Thus, Snowwater was born.
Then along came Maria. An ardent powder fiend with a feisty attitude from eastern Canada, she seemed destined to join him on his edgy path. Now together for twelve years, both professionally certified ski guides, they have created a paradise suited to the most discerning powder enthusiast. Keen travelers, they constantly pursue adventure of all kinds searching for new ideas to add to the diversity of the lodge. Summer programs are soon to include horseback riding, yoga retreats, fly fishing and hiking. As passionate ‘foodies’, it is their ever-vigilant quest to promote international flavours at Snowwater, and to indulge in fine wine.
Each year they continually refine the services and amenities of the company to remain at the forefront of the heli-skiing experience in British Columbia. Underlying everything is a commitment to providing exceptional service to our customers, excellent training for our employees and an unforgettable experience for everyone involved.
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There is another person who has been instrumental in the development and very survival of Snowwater. Meet the man behind the scenes, our partner, Chris Beresford. Although not present in the day-to-day operations, Chris works closely with Patric and Maria to develop Snowwater into a premier destination resort. He shares our passion for nature and backcountry skiing and spends a good deal of time skiing with us in the winter. He looks forward to meeting all of you. Continually upgrading his own skills you may see him skiing in your group! |
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