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Winter Wander Snowshoe Tours with Wild Nature Tours
Discover the unique natural history and seasonal scenic beauty of the Elk Valley on an educational snowshoe tour through a beautiful forest with gorgeous views, an invigorating winter hike to one of their favourite local spots or a family-friendly excursion on some of the local trails.
The Fernie Army
“Give me candy and we will be friends.” ~ Logan
Fernie on Fire 2023
The popular Fernie on Fire event, Fernie’s biggest bonfire of the year, is once again taking place this January 7, 2023.
December 2022 Editor's Fix
Sometimes, I take on too much. (Okay, my family might say most times. But acknowledgment is the first step, right?) The holidays make it challenging for me to ignore this… habit? addiction? of mine, as I begin to feel increasingly overwhelmed with the list of things that need to get done, alongside the regular school / work / activity schedules.
It’s a Dog Meets Dog World
It’s a social time of year! It’s a time to come together with friends and family and enjoy all the camaraderie and the things that make this time of year special to you. Dogs are social creatures too and, like us, seek each other out for companionship.
The Holidays: Stress or Success
As we navigate through the journey of life there are circumstances, including aging parents, illnesses or disability in the family that may take precedence.
Small Communities Take Big Steps to Fight Wildfires
Fifteen small communities and First Nations in the Columbia Basin are upping their abilities to prevent and fight wildfires. These projects are being done with support from Columbia Basin Trust.
Mexican Cellby
If you’re travelling to Mexico this winter (and I hope you are) and you want to use your phone there, it couldn’t be easier. You can order a SIM card from a Mexican carrier online, but it is much easier to do once you get there.
December 2022 Business News
Curry Bowl
931 7th Ave 250-423-2695
Chef David Miles is happily the new owner of the Curry Bowl.
Holiday Travel Tips
December and January are festive times to celebrate our commitment to the ones we love. When we join as a community to share our time and resources, we can make the holidays wonderful for everyone.
Fernie Chamber of Commerce announces new Executive Director
The Fernie Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the appointment of the new Executive Director, Wendy McDougall.
Cyrano
Cyrano’s story has touched the hearts of many people and has been adapted to film many times. Among those to play Cyrano on the silver screen were José Ferrer (1950), Christopher Plummer (1962), Gérard Depardieu (1990) and Kevin Kline (2008). The most memorable modern version is 1987’s Roxanne. Written by and starring a 41-year-old Steve Martin the film also starred Daryl Hannah. The principal character is not a French Army cadet but is instead a small-town fireman named Charlie “C.D.” Bales.
O Come Let Us Algorithm
I think we can all agree that there are some hard economic times ahead and being that most of us creatives choose lifestyle over stability, I suspect those struggles will affect artists disproportionately. It may be a hard winter for some of us, so it’s a good thing we are out of the box thinkers.
Holiday Double Header
If you get invited to some holiday parties this year, here are two easy and delicious recipes to substitute for chips and dip. The pear tart is quite literally one of the easiest and most delicious desserts I’ve ever made.
CBT Supports 16 Projects to Boost Outdoor Recreation Opportunities
Photo: The Fairmont and District Lions Club is constructing two pickleball courts with support from the Trust.