Epic and Epic Local Pass holders get five days at Whistler Blackcomb this season

Today, Vail Resorts (VR) announced it has closed on the acquisition of Whistler Blackcomb. In celebration of closing, VR noted via press release that the company is “offering limited access for the 2016-17 winter season with full access to come for the 2017-18 ski season.” Specifically, all 2016-17 Epic Pass and Epic Local Pass holders will receive five days of skiing at Whistler Blackcomb this winter season. Blackout dates apply, but the days do not have to be used consecutively.

The new Harmony Six Chairlift central in the bowl that gives it it's name with the Tantalus Range in the background

Also noted in the press release, 2016-17 Whistler Blackcomb Unlimited Season Pass holders (including the Spirit Passes and Sea to Sky Passes) will receive five complimentary days of skiing and snowboarding at any of Vail Resorts’ U.S. mountain resorts this winter. Blackout dates apply here, too.

Epic Pass holders now have access to: