Official 2015/2016 Fernie conditions

LUCKY 7 · Feb 22, 2016

I thought you told me yesterday that you weren't old?

ferniesnow said:
I gotta doo, what I doo best.......................find some untracked snow today!

Took the option of missing the last couple days and resting the ol' bones, as I have a busy week starting today.

Rotax_Kid · Feb 22, 2016

LUCKY 7 said:
I thought you told me yesterday that you weren't old?

That's how he was feeling before he topped up on his meds

Old-Soul · Feb 22, 2016

Sure hope you guys get one more good dump, I think I have one maybe two days left in me this season before I have to get cracking on my car.

pistoncontracting · Feb 22, 2016

It's neat to see just how tracked up snow can get in one day. For as full as that Coal Creek parking lot was, I thought we would have seen more sleds. I wonder where all you guys went??

Anyway, it was a pretty stellar day yesturday.

wideman12 · Feb 22, 2016

ferniesnow said:
I gotta doo, what I doo best.......................find some untracked snow today!

Took the option of missing the last couple days and resting the ol' bones, as I have a busy week starting today.

I hope to someday take one of these fabled ferniesnow tours! I'm sure we'll all be seeing some pics later!

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Old-Soul · Feb 22, 2016

wideman12 said:
I hope to someday take one of these fabled ferniesnow tours! I'm sure we'll all be seeing some pics later!

You and me both, Doug is a hot commodity.

jaredszakacs · Feb 22, 2016

No Tell Em creek was unreal yesterday

BLUE PLATE · Feb 22, 2016

jaredszakacs said:
No Tell Em creek was unreal yesterday

I know exactly where you are!!

ferniesnow · Feb 23, 2016

Large group and not a lot of time for pictures and no time for action shots. Lots of snow still untracked off the beaten path. These flatlanders had a great day but some like the wide open, no-tree areas of Golden much better.

wideman12 · Feb 23, 2016

ferniesnow said:
Large group and not a lot of time for pictures and no time for action shots. Lots of snow still untracked off the beaten path. These flatlanders had a great day but some like the wide open, no-tree areas of Golden much better.

Wow that's a big group Doug. Hopefully they all made it back!
With wide open like Golden comes bigger crowds too, but different strokes for different folks I suppose

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jaredszakacs · Feb 23, 2016

its a great spot isn't it!

BLUE PLATE · Feb 23, 2016

jaredszakacs said:
its a great spot isn't it!

Yes it is, one of my favs!!

ferniesnow · Feb 23, 2016

Another great day in the Rolling Hills.................the sun blessed us and yes, there is untracked snow out there. Those flatlanders were impressed......

The Kickass One · Feb 23, 2016

Are u a guide?

ferniesnow · Feb 24, 2016

The Kickass One said:
Are u a guide?

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.

snopro · Feb 24, 2016

ferniesnow said:
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.

And some green rep sent to a great guy. A true ambassador for our sport!

pistoncontracting · Feb 24, 2016

The Kickass One said:
Are u a guide?

Why, are you?

Summit 934 · Feb 24, 2016

ferniesnow said:
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.

Although we haven't met or rode together...yet...I'll ad an excellent photographer and videographer!!

Elk Valley Snow Shepherds · Feb 24, 2016

Still lots of fresh pow out here in Fernie! The Burn / Rolling Hills Cabin area schralped (photo from today) but other areas are tracked closer to only 30% usage. Come and get it.

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.

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ferniesnow · Feb 24, 2016

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.