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FERNIE
‘RESORT OF THE YEAR’ GOOD SKI & SNOWBOARD GUIDE 2004
Renowned for its powder, fantastic ski terrain and community atmosphere, Fernie has recently undergone an explosion in popularity and is fast
becoming one of North America’s most highly rated resorts. However, Fernie is not your typical tourist destination. There’s a distinctive friendly,
laid-back culture, leading Rolling Stone Magazine to vote it “North America’s Coolest Town.”
Since the start of NONSTOP Ski & Snowboard Dave Richards has been instrumental in the development and character of our programmes. Having
worked as a ski instructor and now a local ski guide and college lecturer on mountain activities, Dave is the perfect person to help you make the
most of your time in Fernie.
THE MOUNTAIN
Highlighted in Explore Magazine as “one of Canada’s best communities to live and play”, Fernie
is a place that residents and visitors alike are happy to keep a secret. Although unspoilt by
mass tourism and package holidays, Fernie is in fact the fourth largest ski resort in Canada and
is rapidly becoming the place to spend a season.
Locally referred to as ‘Snow Valley’, the area boasts an incredible average annual snowfall of
over 29ft (875cm) and regularly has the deepest snowpack and biggest powder dumps in North
America. Renowned for its ‘steep and deep’ conditions, Fernie has varied terrain to challenge
all abilities, from demanding chutes and tree runs to mellow gullies and perfectly groomed
pistes. The terrain park has recently been expanded and boasts a wide range of features from
beginner kickers and rails to a wall ride and a wide variety of tabletops. The resort spreads over
five large bowls, at the base of which lies the resort village with some great restaurants and
bars perfectly situated for an après-ski beer.
“THE BEST SKI TOWN IN CANADA.”
Ski Canada Magazine
THE TOWN
Fernie is famous not only for its powder
conditions but also for its exceptionally friendly
atmosphere and welcoming locals. Popular with
travellers lured to the area by tales of the epic
powder Fernie has a vibrant cultural scene with
regular arts and music events. A few minutes’
walk from our accommodation downtown Fernie
offers an excellent selection of restaurants, bars,
nightclubs, coffee shops and ski/snowboarding
shops. There is also a swimming pool (with huge
hot tub for an après-ski soak), ice skating rink,
gym, and cinema.
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