In her 15 years with the AdventureSmart program, B.C. executive director Sandra Riches said the severity of waterfall-related incidents last summer was extreme. Its part of the reason why shes highlighting tips on how to visit a waterfall safely this season.

It’s a testament to Whistler, and the people who have long called this place home, that the town dreamt up as the ultimate winter playground is now just as busy in the summertime. Whistler was born of dreams in fresh powder. Today’s reality is a summer chock full of adventure fun. Read on to see what there is to do when the snow starts to melt and the sun begins to shine.