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Renowned for its superb natural snow conditions the season at Fernie usually starts at the end of November and lasts well into April with an annual average snowfall of 8.75m (29 feet) thanks to the legendary Griz and his trusty musket. To this day the residents of Fernie pay tribute to the Griz by holding the annual Griz Festival as homage to their Powder King. For the ultimate powder experience Fernie has its own First Tracks programme which involves an early start but is well worth it to make your own first tracks in the fresh powder. The lower mountain is a beginners delight and the runs are all well marked with return to base access so parents can relax while the kids are out enjoying themselves. There are 119 defined trails, five alpine bowls and acres of tree skiing/boarding to test your skills on. Experts are never bored gliding through the glades, dropping off ridges, checking out chutes or making first tracks in the powder. The Mini Moose and Mighty Moose lifts are the places for first-time skiers though for the ultimate confidence boost a lesson with the Winter Sports School is recommended to really get you cruising with style. Lessons are available in all disciplines from alpine to telemarking and cross-country. The Deer and Elk Chair lifts access wide open daily groomed rolling slopes perfect for all ages whether skiing or boarding. The runs off the Elk Chair are some of the best to warm up your ski legs before taking the Boomerang or Great Bear chairs for the easiest access to the fabulous Cedar Bowl terrain. Both the Cedar and Lizard Bowls are marked blue for intermediate and offer terrain that will entice you to try off-piste and glades. Friendly Mountain Hosts are on hand for complimentary tours which leave from the base twice daily at 9:30 am and 1:00 pm. Guided tours of the cross country trails are also available with 14km of trackset and groomed trails through the pine forests below the Siberia Bowl and beyond. Every Friday to Sunday everyone has the chance to take part in a fun NASTAR race with family and friends for all ages and abilities. The race includes two timed runs and everyone who participates will receive an official NASTARrace pin.
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Country:
Canada
Resort height:
1068m
Top lift:
1925m
Bottom lift:
1068m
Calgary, Canada 222 mins
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