Official 2015/2016 Fernie conditions

[pistoncontracting]

We get asked all the time "Why Hire A Guide". For those sledders looking to ride anywhere in BC under the direction or guidance of someone else: Please ensure you research who you are 'hiring'. Ask questions, research their business, and check for business license, certifications and insurance. Examples of professional level certifications (vs recreational) may include Association of Canadian Mountain Guides, Canadian Avalanche Association - Operations Level 1,2, or 3 (professional avalanche risk mitigation), an 80 hour or more first aid course, Ground Search and Rescue Technician training just to name a few. There are several business and locals available at very reasonable rates that can offer exceptional service.

I bet the question is more "why would I hire you", not why hire a guide.

 

[MK4TDI]

Well to complement what Ferniesnow has been saying in his posts, there is still lots of snow out there. We had a blast all day out by the Notch, pretty much blue bird all day to boot.



There is snow in them trees.

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[MK4TDI]

Another great day in the Rolling Hills...............sunshine, sweet pow, untracked, and just a little bit technical!

These are freeze frames from video footage so the quality isn't the best. The video will be stellar.

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I'll find that place yet, haha looks like another fantastic day.

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[MK4TDI]

And a couple more shots having fun,

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[2skis]

I'll find that place yet, haha looks like another fantastic day. 

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Too late. We beat it to hell!

 

[northlander]

Good morning there are four of us thinking of coming to Fernie for this weekend from Manitoba. Is it going to be worth the drive?

 

[ThrottleOps]

Depends how adventurous you are or willing to get into the trees/ drainages


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[dcfocht]

And a couple more shots having fun,

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Put up that video I got of you. PA

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[pistoncontracting]

Good morning there are four of us thinking of coming to Fernie for this weekend from Manitoba. Is it going to be worth the drive?

Unless it snows, you might be disappointed. If your in the truck already, follow the number 1.

 

[The Kickass One]

No, I am not a guide.

There is a saying adopted by the Canadian Congress of Snowmobilers (the national organization representing the provincial and territorial snowmobile clubs) that I fall into: "take a friend snowmobiling"

I tour people/friends around the Fernie/Elkford area and show them the highlights fully expecting them to come back and inject cash into the local economy (ie gas, hotels, booze, and meals). I do not charge for my services. As a retired school teacher, I am now into groups of past students who are finding the east Kootenays intriguing without taking the trek to Revy/Golden.

AST1 certified with 15 years of riding experience in the mountains of BC and many other years of experience in western Canada.

It keeps me out of the "rocking chair", I meet a lot of interesting people, and it gives me purpose. I like what I doo.

I thought all teachers were poor? LOL... keep up the great posts

 

[Pantherscry]

Just a little heads up, the Flathead Valley Road that runs along the Corbin mine was plowed Wednesday from the parking lot to the fork that leads upto the lakes and to the river. From that point to rain gague is not plowed. With a few days of sun the road will be dry. Not sure if this is news to anyone or if this is the best spot for the info but let me know where to post if it isn't.

 

[ferniesnow]

Good morning there are four of us thinking of coming to Fernie for this weekend from Manitoba. Is it going to be worth the drive?

We rode fresh all day today. Pictures to follow.

 

[ferniesnow]

I thought all teachers were poor? LOL... keep up the great posts

I am poor. Just need a little something to doo in the winter.

 

[wideman12]

We rode fresh all day today. Pictures to follow.

Waiting for the next video too! Sunny and 12 in cow town today. Feels like golf is closer than sledding!

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[ferniesnow]

Here is one of many from today. More to follow......

 

[altaredneck]

Just wondering how long the snow stays around there. Can one still ride at beginning of April thanks

 

[ferniesnow]

Just wondering how long the snow stays around there. Can one still ride at beginning of April thanks

Yes, you can. For 15 years, generally our last ride is Mother's Day and some years we ride into June. Definitely spring conditions and no powder in June.

 

[ferniesnow]

Some more pictures from today. The snow was awesome; deep and powdery.

 

[MK4TDI]

Another day sledding in Fernie and another day that the Etec gets back to the truck on fumes.

Not much for photos today, to busy sledding.









No action shots cause no one seems to like to follow me into the trees for some reason??





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[Elk Valley Snow Shepherds]

Northlander: Riding is great in Fernie right now (as you can see by everyone's posts). Lots of snow left over from last weekends storm and blue bird skies (you may have to do some poking around in the trees by the time the weekend rolls around). Some great events and lodging deals in town as well. Don't be swayed by the other powder hogs on here telling you to go ride somewhere else!

Good morning there are four of us thinking of coming to Fernie for this weekend from Manitoba. Is it going to be worth the drive?