For most of his life Patric has been skiing and exploring these mountains. In 1993 he and friends built a small ski touring cabin, which later became Snowwater. As a forester, his mapping and layout skills have greatly contributed to the selection of prime ski runs in the tenure area. He is also a professional tree climber and arborist and has been harvesting seed for reforestation for over 20 years, contributing to our carbon offset. In November of 2009, Patric became a certified sommelier. Needless to say, the wine selection at Snowwater has take a huge leap forward. Patric pairs every dinner at Snowwater with a selection of fine wines to choose from. Patric is a crowd favorite. When you are skiing with "El Presidente" you will definitely be shown the goods. Recently Patric obtained his pyro-technics ticket. What does that mean for you? FIREWORKS!

Originally a flatlander from Denmark, Christian discovered skiing on a holiday to Norway and has had the ski bug ever since. While working as an electrician on oil rigs he skied all over Europe, but had Canada on his 'hit list'. Once he hit it in Canada there was no going back. After spending three full winters here he decided to stay and start a new life in Nelson, BC. Christian has guided ski touring and cat skiing locally and is excited to join the Snowwater team this winter. On his time off he likes to explore local valleys on snowmobile for good ski touring.

Tyler has been roaming and exploring the hills and mountains of BC's interior as long as he can remember. Growing up in Vernon BC he started snowboarding at Silverstar mountain in the late 80's. His love for the mountains brought him to the kootenays 11years ago where he landed in the dream job working for Valhalla Powdercats. Having worked there from the beginning Tyler has done just about everything for Snowwaters sister company. From shoveling snow, answering phones, and cat driving to now, where he is a lead guide.

In the summer Tyler has been building his company Canadian Murals and has painted numerous large scale murals across Canada. CanadianMurals.com

 Maria (pronounced "Mariah"), has been with Snowwater for over 20 years now (yikes!). She is an assistant ski guide and, as one of the owners, oversees all things business with both Snowwater and Valhalla Powdercats in the off-season. After getting her BA at McGill University, she moved out west to take outdoor recreation at Capilano College, where she quickly fell in love with back country skiing. She has worked in the outdoor industry her whole life and is happy to report never having had a 9 - 5 job.

Heath moved to Nelson in 1993 in search of more snow then what lake Louse had to offer. Spending the last 20 years exploring the Kootenay Mountains by snowboard, snowmobile, and mountain bike has given him a great knowledge of the areas within. Heath started guiding in 2000 and has worked with many of the top pros in the business. Showing guests a great, safe time is what it’s all about for Heath. He is super stoked to be with the Snowwater/Valhalla team and is looking forward to showing you the goods this winter! In the off-season he is busy with this wife and three kids, coaching soccer, mountain biking and camping.

A Born and raised Nelson Boy Kevin grew up skiing at the local Ski Hill Whitewater, has a love for the snow, has spent year’s snowmobiling and ski touring all around Mountains he loves to call home. Kevin started his ski guiding career in 2000 and prides himself on making sure people have an awesome experience in the mountains. He has worked at various cat operations over the years and spent the last 5 seasons as an owner/operator of Retallack Lodge. Kevin is super excited to join the Snowwater/Valhalla Team and can’t wait to go explore the mountains with you.

This is Jeremy's 7th season with us at Snowwater!  Above all else, Jeremy specializes in MEAT of all kinds.  Never will you have tasted anything more tender than what he creates!  As a snowboarder, motor cycle affianado, and racecar driver, Jeremy has found his home at Snowwater.

Jason is finishing up his season as SR. Sous Chef/Lead Forager at Clayoquot Wilderness Resort and joining the swowwater team for my his season this winter. He prefer to be called "Jay" if possible, and is originally from Ontario.  His style of cuisine is Modern Canadian Terroir.  He likes to showcase the local product in an area with an array of international tequniques, creating unique flavours. Fun fact: as odd as it sounds, he doesn't downhill ski or snowboard; he prefers pond hockey and biathlon.  You can follow him on Instagram to see what he's whipping up this winter.  Food photography is one of his major hobbies: @chefjaymek.

Nic is a mild mannered young man who started working in kitchens at the age of 13.  when not cooking food , nic  can be found swimming through saltwater reefs with a spear gun and a laundry bag full of crabs , swinging a golf club or hanging out with a snowboard on my feet .  Fun fact :  Nic really likes to go snowboarding!

"Callie from the Valley" is excited to return for her fifth (!!) season at Snowwater.  Rediculously eclectic, Callie has so many skills it's hard to find space to describe them here.  She is an incredible massage therapist, recently studying crani sacral.  She is also president of Nelson Search and Rescue, a foreman for industrial construction, and loves rock climbing, rafting, and traveling.  She is a baker extraodinaire and rediculously fun!

Kyla is one of our most long term employees.  She worked for us for 6 years before leaving to become a psych nurse.  But she realized in the end she missed us and really belongs in the mountains.  She is a registered massage therapist and works magic on your muscles.  Don't forget to prebook!

Melissa has been missing the snowglobe life living in a northern city and is excited to be returning to Snowwater for her third season. Melissa has been doing some exploring of Central America and massaging along the way. She is a plant medicine enthusaist concoting teas and tinctures. She's been busy studying Ayurveda, crafting up art installations out of trash and doing hospice work in her time away and can't be happier to be returning to the mountains for another season of massage and bodyworks.

This is Ashley's second season with Snowwater as a hostess and we are thrilled to have her back.  A lover of everything spiritual and good, she is a joy to be around and easy to hang with.  She is new to snowboarding but is rapidly picking it up and loves winter at the lodge.  Orginally from Toronto, she now makes Nelson her home.  Her true passion is diving, with a goal fo becoming a dive master and travelling the oceans of the world. She does not eat fish.:)

This is Robyn's second season with Snowwater.  This year Robyn will be the head of the hostess department.  She has a diploma in wildland recreation and works in forestry most of the year, as well as the entertainment business, and is a rippin; snowboard and athlete in general. Wait till you see what she has in store for you!

I can’t wait to yodel from mountaintops with you this winter! I am a recent Nelson transplant, who grew up on Vancouver Island. Besides skiing, which I have been doing since I was seven, I love to dance, organize events, teach outdoors, play accordion, cycle, swim, hike and grow and forage food! I love people, food, the upbeat ski resort atmosphere and community building. I have done everything from forestry work to teaching at alternative & outdoor schools. I have lived and worked around Mount Washington, a ski resort on Vancouver Island, for over 10 years and have done my share of serving. Hosting means making a customer’s experience as enjoyable as possible and I look forward to meeting each and every one of you this winter!

Alex has now become an inextricable part of the snowwater administration team. She is in charge of all things financial - and we couldn't do it without her! Alex came to us from Ontario where she worked at a family owned golf course. As an avid snowboarder, she is stoked to be a part of our team! She has a business degree and a diploma in accounting - she is the perfect fit for our office in guest services and administration.

Andrew was born and raised in Calgary Alberta, but always had a passion for the mountains and fell in love with Nelson when he moved for college in the fall of 2013. After completing the Ski Resort Operations and Management Program and taking some time to complete a business degree in Lethbridge he joined our team in early January 2019. Andrew is in charge of everything customer service; making sure groups get booked, questions get answered, and requests get filled. An avid skier, when he’s not in the office he can be found hiking around Nelson, walking around with his camera, or working on a new project at home.

Dave is pleased to be returning to VPC.  He brings a diverse and valued skillset after spending years in the backcountry adventure niche; managing lodges, maintaining off the grid systems, guiding, guest services and ensuring the happiness and safety of clients.  "Providing exceptional hospitality while meeting people from all over the world is a privilege and a blast."  Prior to joining our team Dave was a polar bear guide in Churchill, Manitoba. We are excited to have him back for another season!