Vitamin D is a vitamin that has been getting a lot of press over the past year, particularly since some research was published supporting its ability to prevent H1N1. It is an important vitamin to know about, as we live in a northern latitude without much sunlight in the winter and in a culture that has been trained to either avoid the sun completely or to religiously use sunblock.

Fernie EcoGarden, www.ecogarden.ca 250-423-3482
The EcoGarden in collaboration with the Fernie Mountain Market now offers the Garden2Market stall every Sunday at the Fernie Mountain Market - a solution for sourcing locally grown flowers, fruit, herbs, vegetables and berries.

Fernie Green Clean & Organizing, www.ferniegreenclean.ca 250-423-0506
A Resident for eight years and loving the quaint mountain town, Sara McFarlane decided people could benefit from her environmentally friendly ways of thinking and now offers an environmentally responsible cleaning service. All cleaning products are 100% natural, utilizing the Norwex brand.

Photo by Kirsty Morris, FAR

I can count on one hand the number of people I know in Fernie who don’t mountain bike to some degree. I do have a bike though, and I am happy to say that events in August cater to absolutely every kind of biker regardless of age, style, ability or experience - even me!

Yes, this is a three day stage race set for July 1-3, 2011 and it’s in Fernie! I was ecstatic to say the least and immediately got in touch with the race organizer, Mark Kaltenbac. Who is this guy and why did he choose Fernie?

Stoneflies were coming off in big numbers earlier in the day, with massive Mayfly hatches in the afternoon followed by Caddis hatches in the early evening. That's not unusual, but the Mayfly hatches were exceptional.

Hollywood has a long tradition of making films about outsiders, people who, for one reason or another, don’t meld properly with mainstream society.

Unsung Heroes, as we’re constantly reminded, are located in every nook and cranny of Fernie. each with a story to tell, a secret to share and an achievement that generally goes unnoticed. And Augusts’ Unsung Hero is no different. Invariably she is located at Fernie Alpine Resort (FAR) - in fact invariable is putting it mildly, as she is there far beyond hours of operation.

Indoor exercise is an easy way to maintain your fitness program and prevent any sabotages such as weather or injury. Also, indoor exercisers are able to maintain a balanced body whereas outdoor exercisers tend to do mostly cardio and forget their injury prevention strength training exercises. So, which is better?

The eight years that my family ran a small inn and French restaurant in Mont Tremblant, Quebec were instrumental in creating who we all are today. I worked in the restaurant business for many years afterward while travelling around Canada looking for a place to call home and have always loved food and cooking.

THIS AUGUST 7 the Fernie Museum is launching a biking exhibit alongside the TransRockies celebrations and Fernie Mountain Bike Guide book launch. Here is a sneak peak of some of the intriguing gear, individuals and races Fernie has celebrated over the years.

Just isn't summer until you eat a mini donut! Maxin' and Relaxin' at Nakusp Music Fest, July 18.