Courtney Baker discusses Fernie’s non-profit sector in her new column, The Common Good. Learn the importance of dreaming with Shelby Knudsen in Just a Minute. Tyla Mackay discusses the importance of mini acts of hibernation during these colder, shorter months in This is Life. And find out why February packs a punch on our Social Page!
Mountain weddings have always been popular, but the intrigue in these types of settings continues to grow. Fernie is increasingly popular as a destination wedding, and it’s not exclusive to the summer months. Each season has attractive qualities to offer a newly engaged couple and the guests they intend to host. Whether you are looking for the promise and greenery of spring, the lush and hot days of summer, the mosaic of colours in fall, or the classic white appeal of a winter wonderland, it is all available right here, in this picturesque little mountain town.
This guide will help you to navigate the intricate details of planning a wedding, from budget to timeline to tips and trends. We also hope these wedding stories help inspire your journey, and that you get a feel for the Fernie–specific products and services available that can really help to make your day stand out.
Are you ready to Streak? In this issue, learn about the popular Elk Valley Streak and Fernie Art Streak and find inspiration to get started! Learn about the pros and cons of Group Dynamics in “Mountain Safety with Search and Rescue.” Curious and a little anxious about AI? Kevin shares some exciting uses that should come in handy in “The Answer Guy."
Sadie shares a poem inspired by the grief we can feel over the holidays in “At Peace and Yet on Fire.” Feature Resident Amy Attalla inspires us with her community giving and development of her new nonprofit, Fernie Sibshops. We introduce the new winter column, "Mountain Safety with Search and Rescue" and the Social Page is full of holiday inspiration for everybody this December.
The more time you spend here, the more grateful you become for the opportunity to live, work, recreate and visit within the Qukin ʔamakʔis, the unceded traditional territory of Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it. This beautiful valley becomes imprinted on all who have been here, past, present and future which we hope will continue to allow for meaningful growth, active learning and most importantly, better care for and protection of the natural spaces that surround us.
Shelby considers the challenges with shoulder season in Just a Minute, and Pat Robertson aptly provides tips on a fall escape to Hawaii in Slow Travel. Do you know what Elk River Alliance does? Find out in The Water Column.
Learn more about the upcoming Provincial election candidates and where and when to vote, this month’s Business News section is bursting with new and exciting information about local businesses and organizations, Fernie band Blues Steel is this month’s Feature Artist, and don’t miss the Answer Guy with tips on how to get the most out of the technology at our fingertips.
Feature Artist Darcy Luke/Roshau shines through a variety of artistic mediums. Terry Nelson takes us to the Black Cottonwoods in Fernie in Tree Time. The Elk River Alliance shares concerning information on the changes in Lizard Creek. And learn about all things ElK Valley Pride Festival in the Social Page!
This month, be inspired by Feature Resident Mike Harrison as he shares his journey to adapative biking, Feature Artist Jessica Semenoff discusses how she became a mural artist, Shelby Knudsen introduces us to an up and coming local talent, and Marianne Agnew teaches us the importance of adding self-care to our “to do” list each day.
This July, Michael Hepher discusses the challenges AI presents to artistic pursuits in Artbeat. Want to adopt another dog? Valerie Barry offers some pro tips on managing multi-dog households in Mountain Tails. Be inspired by Barcelona in this month’s Slow Travel column.
New column by Keiran Hansen sharing her summer back in the valley. Feature Resident Nik Dunn on setting roots back in Fernie and giving back to trails. How can we help the fish out this summer? Learn more in the Water Column. And Laura Sandham shares details on this year's Solstice Ride for Mental Health.
Annually, we put out a survey to visitors and residents to find out what the Best of Fernie is in their hearts and mind. Annually, summer is the most popular answer to the question, “What is your favourite Fernie season?” This comes as a surprise to many, as Fernie is so well-known for its champagne powder and epic winter season. But while winter may be what lured people to this stunning valley, summer is why they stayed. So, just what is it about summer in Fernie? We have a few ideas.
