outdoor activities

Riding for Mental Health

Posted:

May 13, 2022

Studies show that spending time in nature can improve our mental health and sharpen our cognition. It came to no surprise then that when a local avid biker decided to bike from sunrise to sunset for Summer Solstice in 2020, as the pandemic was in its infancy and we were faced with so many unknowns, he approached the Elk Valley Suicide Task force to partner and raise much needed funds and awareness through what would be called the Solstice Ride for Mental Health.

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Elk Valley Suicide Task Force, Fernie BC, Mental Health, Mountain Biking, summer, outdoor activities

Dash in the Dark at Stag Leap Running Co.

Event Date(s):

Monday, October 30, 2017

Time:

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Meet at the old Fas (No) Gas for a fun (beside the Aquatic Centre) for a 10km loop in Montane. Dress up, head lamps and post-run beers required. A fun loop, with a few surprises along the way. Plus prizes for best dressed, so crack open that tickle trunk!

(Entire event inspired by Ana Theresa and her love of fun, adventurous times, in questionable outfits.)

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Trail Running, Stag Leap, outdoor activities, fitness

Fernie Half Marathon

Event Date(s):

Sunday, October 1, 2017

The all-trail course that winds along the Elk River and follows a community trail system is both challenging and beautiful. With seamless organisation, professional chip timing and easy registration the Fernie Half Marathon is a great choice to end your running season.

Click here for rout maps and more race information.

2017 Race Fees

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Marathon, Races, outdoor activities

The Aerial Park

Posted:

Jul 18, 2017

Fernie Alpine Resort has amazing guides that teach, coach and encourage you while you’re in the Aerial Park - get to know one!

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Fernie Alpine Resort, Aerial, outdoor activities

Wakesurfing

Posted:

May 14, 2017

Not to be confused with wakeboarding, wakesurfing is a water sport in which riders surf the wake behind a boat unsupported, using a towrope only to get to their feet before releasing it as they ride freely on the endless wake created by the vessel.

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water sports, wakesurfing, lake, outdoor activities, surfing

Dealing with Sore Muscles

Posted:

Nov 26, 2009

The first day of the ski season is usually followed by sore muscles. Even those of us who have trained diligently at the gym to get ready for the winter season often find muscle soreness after day one on the slopes, though usually for a much smaller duration. Here are a few tips to help you out.

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outdoor activities, skiing, health