Looking for a Memorable Whistler Souvenir? Here’s a Few Ideas

So you’re coming out to Whistler, eh? Lucky you! While there are a bunch of souvenir shops in Whistler, not all souvenir gifts were created equal.

If you’ve got a bunch of friends or family expectant of Whistler souvenirs we’re here to help you sort through stereotypical and boring gifts (e.g. maple syrup, maple candy, maple leaf printed t-shirts) and come out with actually unique and noteworthy gifts that will say a lot about this part of the world. They will also have nothing to do with maple leaves, of maple syrup. Maples are overrated.

Best Souvenirs to Take Home from Whistler

Forged Axe 

A classic piece of Canadiana

Forged axes aren’t just available to throw at our HQ. You can purchase one of our unique, bespoke branded axes and take it home with you. It certainly makes a surprising gift and even more remarkable for airport security as you justify why you’ve got an axe in your hand baggage (hint: put it in with your checked luggage).

The handles are made with hickory wood, a native North American wood which is considered the hardest of those commercially available on the continent. Hickory is a blend of strength, density, and toughness. Quite like the founders of our very own Forged Axe Throwing (obviously kidding about the density…).

It costs a mere $25 to bring home a Forged axe with you. Why not bring two so you can practice the double shot on your home turf? An axe is a legacy piece in our opinion. It could start a new family Christmas/Easter/reunion tradition. Everyone enjoys getting in on an axe-throwing session, even the family.

Hand Carved Stone 

Family fun at Fathom Stone Art Gallery, a rainy day souvenir activity

Artist John Fathom and his talented team produce some of the finest carved stone art pieces in the world. The team hand choose the best examples of stone found along beaches, upon mountains, and tucked away on islands across the British Columbian landscape to create unique pieces.

It may not be the obvious choice as a souvenir shop in Whistler, but heading to the Fathom Stone Art Gallery in Whistler is a must-do experience if you’re interested in seeing art pieces made from materials including marble, jade, onyx, soapstone, alabaster, serpentine, and more.

There are a number of different ways that Fathom Stone could become your best Whistler souvenir. First, you could buy a piece created by one of the artists at the gallery. A second, and a much more memorable option, why not take a soapstone art carving class and make your loved one a unique carved stone piece? A one-hour class for creating your own pendant starts at $75 and if you’re really feeling the inspiration running through you why not grab a six + hours freestyle bear carving class. For $400 you can bring home a carved full-size bear for the ones you loved.

A Prior Snow Board 

Local boards with local arts

Prior snowboards and skis are manufactured right here in Whistler and are grounded in decades of BC-based research and development honed from creator Chris Prior’s talent and working alongside the top snowboarders in North America. Instead of moving the manufacturing abroad when the business grew, Prior chose to base their HQ in Whistler. Lucky us!

It’s easy to spot a Prior snowboard because of the amazing artwork that adorns them, from First Nation inspired prints to ethereal BC landscapes. Many show off local whistler artists! Prices vary, but if you catch a board on sale you can find some under $400. Custom builds are more expensive, but if you’re looking for that ultimate Whistler souvenir Prior might be the place for you.