July 2019 Business News
Fernie Alpine Resort
skifernie.com
250-423-4655
This summer, Fernie Alpine Resort (FAR) is changing it up! With its Timber Chair maintenance projects, they will be offering a Summer Community Appreciation Program which will run over two weekends vs. the Community Day they have hosted in past.
This July 2-5 and 8-12, FAR is offering locals the following specials: Complimentary single-ride lift ticket, 25% off bike rentals, 50% full day or twilight lift ticket, 10% off Aerial Park, and a special Enduro Peak to Park to Pint Package. These offers are open to residents of the Elk Valley (Fernie, Elko, Jaffray, Sparwood and Elkford). Each resident can redeem each special offer one time during these dates. Bring proof of residency when claiming, and enjoy summer at FAR!
Fernie Mountain Market
mountainmarket.ca
New for 2019, the Mountain Market will be launching the Wednesday Night Downtown Street Market. Local farmers, bakers and artisans will bring their unique handcrafted and locally grown products to the streets of downtown Fernie this summer. This new farmers market event will join the success of the Wednesday Night Social which hosts weekly live music, food trucks and beverage gardens at Station Square in the heart of downtown Fernie.
For those who head to the lake on the weekends, this will provide the opportunity to access locally grown produce and handmade goods mid-week throughout the summer. The Wednesday Night Downtown Street Market runs 4 to 8pm weekly in July and August. The Mountain Market in Rotary Park will continue to run each week on Sundays from 10am to 2pm. To learn more about these markets and other events, visit mountainmarket.ca.
The Arts Station
Wednesday Socials
theartsstation.com
The Wednesday Socials have become an iconic event during summers in Fernie, taking place every week in July and August starting at 5.30pm. Everyone meets downtown in Station Square (outside The Arts Station) to enjoy live music, refreshment garden with Fernie Brewing Company Beer, art displays, food trucks and a kids activity tent.
Drawing close to 500 community members and visitors weekly and in its 8th year, this free, fun, family friendly event showcases talented musicians covering different genres including Bluegrass, Folk, Reggae, Rock and Roll and more. It’s a great chance to hear something new or listen to an old favourite. Reme
To Social like a local, bring a chair, small parasol and water bottle, eat at one of the local food truck, bring cash for a cold beer at the refreshment garden. Head downtown early to check out local boutiques, stores and the new Mountain Market on 2nd Ave. Afterwards, hit up the restaurant and bar scene!
Raging Elk Hostel
892 6th Ave
250-534-2019
The Raging Elk Hostel and Kodiak Lounge staff are super excited to reopen and are ready to host your summer Fernie experience.
Begin your day on the Kodiak Lounge patio. Enjoy epic Ghostrider views, fire pits, Jam night Mondays, BBQs and your favourite Kootenay beers from Nelson and Fernie Brewing companies.
Voted Fernie’s best place to send friends on a budget since 2010 in the Fernie Fix - Best of Fernie Survey, guests can enjoy three different type of accommodation options, large spacious kitchen, public laundry, relaxing areas and both the morning sunrise and evening sunset from our two large patio areas.
If you are planning an exciting trip or having a staycation in beautiful Fernie, have a pint and ask the Raging Elk’s friendly and knowledgeable staff about local fly fishing, mountain biking and hiking trails, and more.
Thunder Meadows Health and Wellness
632 2nd Ave
250-423-7776
Thunder Meadows is now offering direct billing for all ICBC claims.
This established clinic includes Registered Massage Therapists, an Acupuncturist and Physiotherapist. Bring your claim number to the clinic and they will take care of the rest.
For Massage Therapy, ICBC provides 12 treatments, with the first treatment being 60 min and subsequent treatments 45 min.
For Acupuncture, ICBC provides 12 treatments. The first treatment for 60 min and then subsequent treatments 60 min.
For Physiotherapy, provides ICBC will give you 25 treatments. The first treatment for 60 min and subsequent treatments for 45 min.
Thunder Meadows also offers online booking at thundermeadowshealth.ca.