UPLIFTING - Kicking Horse Mountain Resort

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Lolo & Noa Photography
UPLIFTING
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is a world class wedding destination where the mountains are a lot closer, the
moments are a lot larger and the smiles more than just a little wider. This is Kicking Horse, home to Rocky
Mountain vistas, gourmet culinary creations and service second to none. The perfect backdrop for the most
important day of your life.
Nothing makes planning your special day more effortless than passionate staff dedicated to taking care of your
every need. This is how weddings are supposed to be, why have it any other way?
Allow us to create your day, your way. Your Kicking Horse Wedding begins now.
NADJA MULIK
STEPHANIE PICKERING
250.439.5537
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250.439.5547
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THE GOLDEN EAGLE EXP RESS
Whisk your guests via the Golden Eagle Express Gondola to 7,700 feet for an unforgettable experience before
you tie the knot! This unique mode of transportation will leave your guests talking about your wedding for years
to come.
With 8 guests per cabin, we are able to transport your guests 4,000 vertical feet to the top of the mountain while
they take in the panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains, Columbia River Wetlands and perhaps even catch a
glimpse of Kicking Horse Mountain Resorts resident grizzly bear, Boo.
Every cabin is wheelchair / stroller accessible and can be slowed or stopped to accommodate guests with limited
mobility.
Getting your decorations, flowers and cake to the top will be a breeze. Our staff will assist you and your vendors
load your decorations and equipment in our custom made carts designed to fit directly inside each cabin.
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THE EAGLE’S EYE SUITES
At 7,700 feet above sea level, perched high on a rugged summit overlooking the Columbia Valley, the Rocky, Purcell
and Selkirk Mountains, sits the Eagle’s Eye Restaurant. Nestled within the timber, rock and glass structure are the
Eagle’s Eye Suites.
Available to rent for the day, the Eagle’s Eye Suites give you the space to relax and indulge on your special day.
Check-in is available at 11.30am, offering a sanctuary for you and your wedding party to get ready before your
ceremony. Day use of one suite is included with the Eagle’s Eye Ceremony and Reception package giving you access
until the end of your reception at 12.45am. There will be no need to worry about parents with little ones having to
leave the reception early, as the suite is a great place for kids to sleep off all of the excitement.
There is no place more romantic and intimate to spend your wedding night than at the top of a mountain! Overnight
stays are available with a wedding discount at a cost of $499/night including a private butler, breakfast and first tracks
down the hill for those winter weddings.
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THE EAGLE’S EYE TERR ACE
Imagine if your wedding was on top of the world. Located at 7,700 feet on a prominent plateau, the Eagle’s Eye
Terrace is surrounded by the mountain peaks of 5 national parks. Boasting stunning 360 degree views of the
Selkirks, Purcells and Rocky Mountain ridgelines, your ceremony will take place outside on the terrace surrounded
by your closest loved ones.
Your ceremony will be sure to impress, it’s not just a stunning location, you can have a traditional wedding with a
sense of adventure. Looking for the ultimate grand entrance? Why not arrive in style via helicopter!
No celebration is complete without a champagne toast to the newlywed couple. The Eagle’s Eye Terrace is fully
licensed so you can enjoy some bubbly and canapés while creating those unforgettable moments that will last a
lifetime.
Seating for your guests will be provided and set up by the resort staff, along with a registry signing table and chair.
The mountains will take care of the decorating for you, but please feel welcome to bring your own personal
touches to the day.
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THE EAGLE’S EYE RESTAURANT
The Eagle’s Eye embodies the true feeling of a romantic mountain destination wedding. Surrounded by 360 degree
views of the soaring mountaintops, the floor-to-ceiling windows provide a dramatic background for your wedding
reception.
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort’s signature venue features elegant fixtures, birch chairs and a double sided
fireplace. The room is elegantly appointed and perfectly themed for a mountain wedding. The Eagle’s Eye requires
very little decorating and we will even provide a selection of vases and birch candles for the finishing touches.
Canada’s Most Elevated Restaurant can accommodate 116 guests for a seated reception and up to 120 guests for a
cocktail style reception allowing for an intimate ambiance. Included with the venue, our bar and service staff will
take care of all the set up and tear down as well as provide linen, dinnerware and glasses so you have more time
to make those memories!
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THE WHITETOOTH GRILL
Only steps away from the base of the gondola and accommodations, your guests will enjoy celebrating the night
away in this gorgeous venue. This rustic timber frame setting creates an ambiance of comfort and elegance,
transforming the daylodge into the mountain wedding location you have dreamed of for your wedding day!
The Whitetooth Grill is able accommodate up to 180 guests for a seated dinner (utilizing both the main floor and
the two upper balconies) or choose a cocktail style reception for up to 200 guests to maximize the space and
create a “Modern meets Mountains” feel.
Included with the venue, our bar and service staff will take care of all the set up and tear down as well as provide
linen, dinnerware and glasses making your day a breeze. Simply add your final finishing touches to personalize your
day.
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You and your guests will receive an exclusive 20% wedding discount on activities when booking your reception package.
Your guests can take advantage of the whole weekend and discover all the adventure Kicking Horse has to offer with
Grizzlies, Gondolas, Mountains and More!
SIGHTSEEING & HIKING
Stepping off the gondola at the top of the mountain for the first (or even hundredth) time can induce feelings of
wonder and humility as the ridgelines of the Selkirk and Purcell mountain ranges extend back as far as the eye can
see. With gondola assisted sightseeing at the heart of Kicking Horse’s appeal, several ridgeline hiking paths are
marked for easy access to show off the panoramic views the Horse is known for.
GRIZZLY BEAR REFUGE
Take a scenic chairlift ride to the Grizzly Bear Refuge to enjoy an hour-long interpretive tour during which you
can observe our resident grizzly, Boo, and learn all about this magnificent species. This 20 acre refuge is the
largest enclosed and protected grizzly bear habitat in the world. Within this natural mountainside habitat, Boo
hunts, forages and explores just like his wild cousins. Everyone who comes to visit Boo is fascinated by his
strength, agility, intelligence and personality.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
People don’t come to Kicking Horse Bike Park to ride the same old thing, they come for the differences and we
have plenty meaning 1200 metres (4000 feet) of stupendous variety! The start of it is the view from the alpine
launch which is dominated by the three mountain ranges that surround the park, and the most variety of trails in
the Canadian Rockies region.
VIA FERRATA
Secured Climbing Route – Get vertical at the most exhilarating Via Ferrata (Italian for iron path) in Western
Canada! Confirmed and apprentice climbers alike will tackle Terminator Peak’s north face and venture through 2
custom courses and 1 suspension bridge.
EAGLE’S EYE CEREMONY
ONLY
EAGLE’S EYE CEREMONY &
RECEPTION
EAGLE’S EYE CEREMONY &
WHITETOOTH GRILL RECEPTION
Venue
Monday-Thursday
$1250
$3000
$3000
Friday
$1500
$4000
$3500
Saturday & Sunday
$2500
$5000
$4000
Gondola
TICKET TYPES:
CEREMONY
(2PM Upload)
SIGHTSEE
(Full Day Access)
ADVENTURE PASS
(2 Day Access)
0-99 Guests
20% off
regular price
100-150 Guests
$2500
-
$2500
Afterhours
Gondola usage
50 - 116
Guests
Included
$500
50 - 180
Guests
Add. $5/person
Add. $10/person
Food & Beverage
Minimum Spend
-
$100/Adult
$85/Adult
Timing
Venue Setup
-
3:30pm
-
Guests Load Gondola
2:00pm
5:00pm
2:00pm
Ceremony Start
2:30pm
5:30pm
2:30pm
Reception Start
-
6:00pm
Use of Venue
Private Terrace Use for 1 hour
Exclusive use until 12:45am
5:30pm
Private Terrace Use for 1 hour
Exclusive use of Whitetooth Grill until
12:45am
Inclusions & Add Ons
Wedding Specialist
Included
Menu & Wine Tasting
-
Eagle’s Eye Suite



Day Use $300
Overnight $499
Included
Included
Included for 4 Guests.
$250 for 4 Guests.
Extra Guests $50
Extra Guests $50
Day Use Included
Overnight $499
Day Use Included
Overnight $499
Bartending & Serving Staff
-
Included
Included
Ceremony Chairs & Set up
Included
Included
Included
Dinnerware, Glassware & Linen
-
Included
Included
Floorplan Setup
-
Included
Included
Eagle’s Eye Rehearsal
$75
$75
$75
Birch Candles, Easel & Vases
-
Included
-
Projector & Screen
$200
$200
$200
Projector Screen Only
$50
$50
$50
House System & Mic
$100
Included
Included
Gondola tickets are required for every guest riding the lift. Pricing is subject to change per season.
The Food & Beverage minimum spend is applicable for all guests 19 years and older and will be based on the number of attendees or a minimum of 50
guests, whichever is greater.
Ceremonies taking place on the Eagle’s Eye Terrace have not reserved any space within the restaurant. The venue fee includes use of the terrace outside
for 1 hour. Lunch service may be taking place inside the restaurant. Separate reservations are required.
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Your friends and family can enjoy the fresh mountain air with or without skis! Make your day last a weekend with endless
slopes, views and snowflakes. Get a taste of our famous Champagne Powder with 20% discounts on tickets, lessons and
rentals. Saddle up for some fun at the tubing zone, warming hut and ice rink.
SKIING & BOARDING
The winter season at Kicking Horse offers an integrated mountain resort experience with some of the most
progressive inbounds skiing in North America. The mountain consists of 1,260 metres (4,133 feet) of vertical
including 128 runs, 4 alpine bowls and 85 inbound chutes, spread over 2,825 acres of skiable terrain. High
adrenaline adventure or relaxing peaceful pastimes, the mountain caters to every skill level. With annual snowfall
ranging from 254 cm at the bottom of the mountain to 700 cm at the summit, the slopes are known to produce
sparking, light and dry snow, dubbed Champagne Powder.
LESSONS
Getting better just keeps getting better at Kicking Horse! Our lessons help recreational skiers and riders become
experts. TELUS Winter Sports School is designed to build your strength and enhance your skills, until you learn
to ride with confidence and control in the expert zones. Our guides will share their amazing insights and teach
you all the special skills you need to master any kind of terrain.
TUBING & SKATING
Located in the heart of the Kicking Horse Plaza, with access by the Jelly Bean surface lift, we make tubing easy.
No skills are required, just a sense of adventure. It’s the perfect family activity after a day on the slopes. Take a
few relaxing moments to soak in your surroundings while on the Village Rink located at our Learning Centre.
This natural ice surface is perfect for the family who wants to “chill out” after some time on the slopes. It
features benches, a fire pit, warming hut and music. Please remember to bring your skates and Smores supplies
to enjoy a tasty treat. Bring your “A” game as sticks and pucks are welcome.
EAGLE’S EYE CEREMONY
EAGLE’S EYE CEREMONY &
RECEPTION
ONLY
EAGLE’S EYE CEREMONY &
WHITETOOTH GRILL RECEPTION
Venue
Monday-Thursday
$1250
$3000
$3000
Friday
$1500
$4000
$3500
Saturday & Sunday
$2500
$5000
$4000
Gondola
TICKET TYPES:
0-99 Guests
20% off
regular price
100-150 Guests
$2500
CEREMONY
(2PM Upload)
SIGHTSEE
(Full Day Access)
-
(2 Day Access)
-
ADVENTURE PASS
$2500
Afterhours
Gondola usage
50 - 116
Guests
Included
Included
50 - 180
Guests
$10/person
-
-
$100/Adult
$85/Adult
Food & Beverage
Minimum Spend
-
Timing
Venue Setup
-
3:30pm
-
Guests Load Gondola
2:00pm
5:00pm
2:00pm
Ceremony Start
2:30pm
5:30pm
2:30pm
Reception Start
-
6:00pm
Use of Venue
Private Terrace Use for 1 hour
Exclusive use until 12:45am
5:30pm
Private Terrace Use for 1 hour
Exclusive use of Whitetooth Grill until
12:45am
Inclusions & Add Ons
Wedding Specialist
Included
Menu & Wine Tasting
-
Eagle’s Eye Suite



Day Use $300
Overnight $499
Included
Included
Included for 4 Guests.
$250 for 4 Guests.
Extra Guests $50
Extra Guests $50
Day Use Included
Overnight $499
Day Use Included
Overnight $499
Bartending & Serving Staff
-
Included
Included
Ceremony Chairs & Set up
Included
Included
Included
Dinnerware, Glassware & Linen
-
Included
Included
Floorplan Setup
-
Included
Included
Eagle’s Eye Rehearsal
$75
$75
$75
Birch Candles, Easel & Vases
-
Included
-
Projector & Screen
$200
$200
$200
Projector Screen Only
$50
$50
$50
House System & Mic
$100
Included
Included
Gondola tickets are required for every guest riding the lift. Pricing is subject to change per season.
The Food & Beverage minimum spend is applicable for all guests 19 years and older and will be based on the number of attendees or a minimum of 50
guests, whichever is greater.
Ceremonies taking place on the Eagle’s Eye Terrace have not reserved any space within the restaurant. The venue fee includes use of the terrace outside
for 1 hour. Lunch service may be taking place inside the restaurant. Separate reservations are required.
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MINIMUM FOOD & BEVER AGE SPEND
The minimum spend is the amount that must be spent within the facility on food and alcohol, before taxes and
gratuity. Minimum spends are calculated per adult to ensure the Food & Beverage minimums are reasonable for
smaller or larger event volumes. A change of date or guest numbers may incur additional costs. The minimum
spend will be calculated at $85 or $100 per adult, depending on your selected package. If you have 50 or less
guests attending your event, your minimum spend will be based on a flat rate calculated on 50 guests. A
guaranteed number of guests are required 14 days prior to the event. You are billed based on this guaranteed
number or the actual number of guests served, if the latter is more than the guaranteed number.
MENU & BEVERAGE SERV ICE
Our award winning culinary team has created a menu with your special event in mind. Showcasing BC’s finest and
freshest ingredients, our Chef’s creations are prepared with great care and a creative design that will be sure to
leave your guests raving. Offering only the highest quality of service, your guests are not required to select their
meals ahead of time and will not receive alternating dishes when opting for a plated dinner service. We are able
to ensure every one of your guests can dine with their preferred meal, selecting their choices with our servers
during dinner service on the night of your wedding.
We understand that every event is unique and we welcome your ideas if you would like to customize your menu
to match your vision. Special dietary needs and allergies can be accommodated with advance notice.
Allow us to help you plan your menu and make your wine selections. Book your menu and wine tasting with our
Chef and Sommelier who will take you on an epicurean journey with custom wine pairings for your selected
menu allowing you to work one on one with our Chef to develop your menu.
Our attentive bartenders and service staff will ensure you and your guests are having a great time! Featuring
poured wine and table service, the bar service will conclude at 12:30am before your guests can cozy up in the
gondola cabins for the last ride down of the night at 12:45am.
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INCLEMENT WEATHER
Mountain weather is unpredictable and can change quickly. It is recommended to have proper footwear and
attire in the event of inclement weather.
Wedding ceremonies are planned to be held on the outdoor Eagle’s Eye Terrace and your mountaintop event
will continue whether hot or cold, rain or shine. In the case of inclement weather, your ceremony may be
moved indoors if you have booked an exclusive package otherwise we will make every attempt to
accommodate the situation by delaying the service for as long as possible. If delaying is not an option an
alternative venue may be provided.
TAXES & SERVICE CHAR GES
The following products and services are subject to the taxes and services charges as outlined below:
Lift Access, Venue and Suite
5% GST
Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages
5% GST, 18% Gratuity
Alcoholic Beverages
5% GST, 10% LCT, 18% Gratuity
Rental of Audio Visual Equipment
5% GST, 7% PST
Gratuity
5% GST
Taxes are subject to change as BC Regulations require.
DAMAGES & RESTRICTIO NS
It is the responsibility of the wedding couple to arrange transportation of all wedding items such as
decorations, flowers and cake to the Eagle’s Eye Restaurant or Whitetooth Grill. Access to either reception
venue starts at 3:30pm on the day of your wedding. Should you require additional set up time, please discuss
with us and every effort will be made to extend timing.
There are a great range of accommodations offered in both Summer and Winter at the base of the mountain! Condos,
Lodges, Townhomes and& Private Chalets are all options you and your guests can explore. Not sure where to stay? Our
reservation specialists can help you book into the perfect place plus throw in a discount for you and your wedding guests too!
GLACIER MOUNTAINEER & PALLISER LODGE
Just meters from the Gondola, the Glacier and Mountaineer Lodges are truly at the heart of the resort. Another
300 meters from the plaza stands the Palliser Lodge. One, two, and three bedroom furnished residences are
available year round. Guests have full access to a shared hot tub, steam and exercise room.
WINSTON, VAGABOND & COPPERHORSE LODGE
Traditionally built, rustic, wood and stone describe these luxurious lodges. Located a short walk from the Gondola,
these boutique bed n breakfast style lodgings are in a beautifully set location for access to variety of local activities
throughout the year. All suites are lavishly appointed with stunning mountain views.
ESTATE HOMES
Spectacular and large, treat yourself to these custom designed, spacious mountain homes and relax in comfort and
style. Perfect for larger groups, functions and families which feature timber frame great rooms, numerous bedrooms
and bathrooms, executive kitchens, fireplaces, hot tubs, large decks and luxurious furnishings.
BOOK YOUR RESERVATIO N
1.800.258.7669
Call us today at 1-866-SKI.KICK or visit our website www.KickingHorseResort.com to speak with our
experienced agents. We have the connections and the research to organize the accommodations for your event to
a tee! We are committed to providing you with the best service possible and taking care of your guests. For your
special event, your Wedding Specialist will work with you to set up a booking code, saving you and your guests
10% off select lodging, on and off mountain! Booking your accommodations has never been easier!
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Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is located high in the Dogtooth Range of the Purcell Mountains, 13 km above Golden,
British Columbia. Surrounded by the towering peaks of 2 other mountain ranges – the Rockies and Selkirks – it is also
close to 6 of Canada’s most spectacular National Parks: Banff, Jasper, Kootenay, Yoho, Glacier and Mt. Revelstoke.
GOLDEN, B.C. & AREA
Golden, B.C. is home to world class outdoor adventures! While here, be sure to take advantage of the many
activities your guests can enjoy year round.
In the summer months, get your guests together for a round of golf at the valley’s hidden gem golf course, spend
an afternoon fishing in the mountain lakes surrounding the Golden area, explore the natural rapids of the Kicking
Horse River during a whitewater rafting trip or rent ATV’s for an exciting outdoor excursion.
In the winter, surprise your guests with a day of snowmobiling, soaking in the mountain scenery along 25 km of
trails at the Nordic Centre during a cross country ski outing or get the adrenalin pumping with a once in a life
time heli or cat ski trip.
All this and more is waiting for you and your guests. Golden, B.C. is your outdoor recreation haven!
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