Mike Wiegele
B.C. helicopter skiing pioneer Mike Wiegele dies
Jul 16, 2021 | 11:16 AM
BLUE RIVER, B.C. — A pioneer in B.C.’s adventure tourism field has died.
According to Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing, the tourism operator’s founder and namesake has passed away.
In a social media post sharing news of his passing, the company says Wiegele “had an unparalleled passion for skiing, was a fearless entrepreneur and was a tireless and innovative advocate for safety in the mountains.”
The post notes Wiegele’s leadership in the ski industry spanned more than 50 years.