Is Blue River for the Novice rider?

[The Rocket Bunny]

Sled in Valemount alot but would like to check Blue River, heard its great! Can someone tell me if its suitable for my wife to tag along, she's a beginner with only 2 trips to the mountains under her belt. She's riding a 2007 600 Rev 144. She has done both Clemina and Chapell with little to no trouble.

 

[Stevo]

I've only ridden Parberry at Blue River. Your wife shouldn't have any problems there.

Keep in mind that nothing is groomed there.

 

[I'vegotthenutz]

no grooming and no warm up shelters, I would call a guide for your first couple of trips...oh no holiday inn either!

 

[Ministik Man]

Blue River Trails

HI "The Rocket Bunny"

Well when you ride Blue River you go back into time by 10 to 15 years.

- They have one full service hotel.
- The trails are not groomed - was there on February 17-18 and the trail moguls were hugh.
- Takes a long time to reach good riding areas on bumpy trails.
- No warm-up shelters or trail facilities
- No open alpine areas that give you that safe turn out or run off if the climb is bad.
- Cut blocks mean lots of stumps

BUT
- Snow in town is over 4' high
- snow on the logging roads at 1/2 to the top were packed at over 6' (probed)
- Fantastic snow, lots of it, means snowing or cloudy days with little sun.
- most riding is trees, cut blocks and logging roads with lots of powder

My recommandation is it is more for hard core guys.
- Ladies prefer warm-up shelters, facilities and safer open play areas, once and accident or close call less likly to return with you next time.
- Some safer riding areas with challenges are Clemina, Renshaw, Lucelle and Bell.

If you are interested in trying it, call Robin at Blue Jewel Snowmobile Tours Blue River at 1-250-673-8296 or on the web at www.bluejewelsnowmobile.com