Winter

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Fernie is well known for its annual average snowfall of 29 feet (source: Canadian climate normals 1971 – 2000, Environment Canada)- enough snow to cover a 3-storey building! For the winter 2007/2008 season, a massive 40 foot of snow fell in the valley; this happened again in winter 2010/2011.

Fernie’s locals enjoy the traditional winter activities of snow-shoeing, cross-country skiing, ice fishing, curling, hockey and pond skating. The adrenaline sports of downhill skiing, snowboarding and snow-mobiling are attracting visitors to Fernie from all around the world.

Snowmobiling/Skidoo

Snowmobiling – blow those cobwebs away and get your adrenalin fix through the speed and power of snow-mobiling whilst getting to see Fernie backcountry. Cinnamon Bear Lodge is located with easy access to the trail head for the Coal Creek snowmobiling area where you have miles of spectacular snow covered scenery.

Hockey

Fernie has a great tradition in ice hockey, and has teams from minor hockey leagues for boys and girls, through to the famed Fernie Ghostriders Junior B hockeyclub. Why not go down to the Ice Arena and see the team play whilst you’re here – it’s guaranteed to be an evening of true entertainment! Read all about them at www.fernieghostriders.com

Other Winter Activities

Whilst you’re here in Fernie, why not try one of the sleigh rides on offer at Fernie Alpine Resort, a dog sled ride which you’ll find on offer throughout the Valley, or contact Fernie Wilderness Adventures for more information on wildlife viewing?