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BԪַCanadaBԪַs newest iconic landmarkBԪַ proposed to spiral skyward in Squamish

Pending approvals, the structure would be the first of its kind in North America
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A drawing of Sea to Sky GondolaBԪַs proposed new BԪַelevated tree walk experienceBԪַ at the attraction in Squamish. (submitted)

A new BԪַelevated tree walk experienceBԪַ is being pitched by operators of in Squamish.

The BԪַaccessible, architecturally stunningBԪַ attraction would BԪַwind 34 metres into the sky, offering soaring 360° views and access for guests of all ages and abilities,BԪַ according to a release Wednesday (Feb. 6).

The BԪַelevated trail experienceBԪַ would start at the Summit Lodge and lead guests on a 2.5-kilometre return trip through the trees and over wetlands along Panorama Ridge.

Pending approvals, the spiraling structure would be the first of its kind in North America, facility operators say, and would be designed BԪַto integrate into nature from all angles and viewpoints beautifully.BԪַ

It would be BԪַa significant multi-million-dollar infrastructure investmentBԪַ for operators of the Squamish-area attraction, which opened in the spring of 2014.

BԪַThe elevated tree walk we have envisioned and propose will make it easy for our guests of all ages and abilities to better connect to the great outdoors, regardless of the season and no matter the weather,BԪַ Kirby Brown, Sea to Sky Gondola general manager, said in a release.

BԪַThis structure would be CanadaBԪַs newest iconic landmark, and its location, immersed in nature, will solidify Squamish as a must-see Canadian tourism destination.BԪַ

The project is subject to First Nations BԪַengagementBԪַ as well as local and provincial government approvals, the company noted.

BԪַThe Sea to Sky Gondola has received the appropriate development applications from the Squamish Lillooet Regional District with the goal to be breaking ground in fall 2019 and opening in spring 2020.BԪַ

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