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Posted: 
Aug 12, 2021

There are many Fernieites who have left the city-dweller lifestyle behind for the adventure-packed, outdoor way of life this town has to offer. What was once a several-hour drive to access adventure has turned into a five-minute pedal from your house to reach some amazing terrain.

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hiking, Outdoors, summer, Fernie BC

Fernie Alpine Resort Opening Day Summer 2021

Event Date(s): 
Saturday, June 26, 2021
Time: 
10:30am - 4:30pm

Fernie Alpine Resort opens for daily summer operations on June 26th.  Enjoy lift-accessed mountain biking, hiking & sightseeing, on-mountain dining, kids summer camps, and cross country & uphill biking trails.  

Elk Chair is open daily from 10:30am to 4:30pm. 

Fernie Alpine Resort's summer operations run from June 26th to September 6th

 

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Fernie Alpine Resort, summer, Fernie BC, Mountain Biking, hiking, Elk Valley, outdors

Backcountry Hiking: Getting Started

Posted: 
Jun 12, 2021

The Elk Valley offers an abundance of adventures for all ages and types of fun. Whether you want to go for a quick bike ride during your lunch break, spend a day hiking the vast array of trails in the area or take on a multi-day adventure, Fernie has it all!

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Danyal Taylor, adventure, camping, backcountry camping, hiking

Summer Trail Love

Posted: 
Jun 07, 2021

Our multi-use trails have already received some love this year with lots more to come! The purchase of two e-bikes and a trailer has allowed our Trail Crew and volunteers to tune up our trails even faster! Supporting local, the e-bikes were purchased from Straight Line, and the trailer from The Guide’s Hut. Our Trails Manager, Ben has already put the e-bike to test taking it up Southern Comfort! Ben and our other volunteers have been busy clearing a lot of the blown down on the trails including Green Alligator, Today’s Special, Snoop Lion and Southern Comfort.

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Outdoors, Fernie Trails Alliance, summer, hiking, Mountain Biking

Walking Amongst Big Trees

Posted: 
Jun 02, 2021

Very often a hiking outing has a destination to lure you from the comforts of your normal surroundings. Whether it is a river, lake, mountain ridge, or just a tranquil meadow, these attractions make us get out and explore. The hikes suggested in this article have the reward of walking amongst the big trees in the local forests.

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summer, hiking, Outdoors, Island Lake Lodge, walking, adventure, Fernie BC, Elk Valley

Fundraising for Foundry

Posted: 
May 12, 2021

There is nothing that creates a sense of community more than people coming together for a great cause! On April 2-4, 81 people ran or walked 4 miles (or biked 16km) every 4 hrs for 48hrs to raise funds to contribute to the start-up of Foundry East Kootenay. The Foundry will offer young people ages 12-24 health and wellness resources, services and supports online and through integrated service.

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Outdoors, trails, hiking, Mountain Biking, Fernie BC, Kootenays, FMBC, Fernie Trails Alliance

The Fernie Trails Alliance is Hiring

Posted: 
May 05, 2021

Thanks to a fantastic grant opportunity from the Columbia Basin Trust, the Fernie Trails Alliance is able to hire for five, temporary summer positions, to work on our 2021 Trail Maintenance Program.

ABOUT: The trail network in Fernie, BC is one of the biggest assets in our community. The FTA is looking to hire a motivated Trail Crew Supervisor, along with four Crew members, to work on the 2021 Trail Maintenance Program.

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Fernie Trails Alliance, Fernie BC, Columbia Basin Trust, community, trails, hiking, Mountain Biking

Summer Opening at Island Lake Lodge

Event Date(s): 
Friday, June 18, 2021

Island Lake Lodge opens for their summer season on June 18th until September 19th.

Island Lake Lodge is a special place deeply rooted in the local history of the Elk Valley and home to 800-year-old Cedar, Spruce & Douglas Fir Trees. With two restaurants, many hiking trails, accommodation, spa and more, you'll definitely be able to escape into nature. 

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Island Lake Lodge, dining, Food, Fernie BC, hiking, fine dining

Columbia Basin Trust Supports Trail Improvements With Nearly $500,000

Posted: 
Mar 02, 2021

Trails around the Columbia Basin will see upgrades and additions this spring to make them safer and more accessible. This is thanks to 25 new projects that are receiving nearly $500,000 from Columbia Basin Trust’s Trail Enhancement Grants.

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Columbia Basin Trust, Outdoors, Fernie BC, trails, hiking, Kootenays

A Breath of Fresh Air in Ridgemont

Posted: 
Feb 09, 2021

Time: Approx. 45 mins - 1 hour
Distance: 5 km • Difficulty: Blue

During these uncertain times it’s important to carve out time for yourself. Getting outside and hitting the trails is a great way to take a mental break from your daily commitments and boost your energy. A breath of fresh air always feels good!

If you are pressed for time, an easily accessible area from town is the Ridgemont trail network, which is frequently groomed in the winter. You can do this fun loop on your bike or on foot.

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Outdoors, Fernie Trails Alliance, Ridgemont, hiking, walking, snowshoeing, adventure, Fernie BC