Archives for “August 2007”

snowmaking
August 31, 2007

Snowmaking Stops Ferocious Fire

Sun Valley’s computerized snowmaking system, the world’s largest, played a tremendous role in battling the Castle Rock wildfire threatening Bald Mountain ski area facilities. The … (More)

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August 24, 2007

Stanley Cup comes to Fernie

Anaheim Ducks star Scott Niedermayer will be bringing the cup to Fernie Alpine Resort Tuesday, August 28th for a ride up Timber Chair to the … (More)

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Hot Skiing in the Southern Hemisphere

Here in fernie, summers can feel like pure heaven. With temps reaching into the high 30′s, most skiers are having dreams, or nightmares, about the … (More)

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August 22, 2007

TransRockies Fernie Finish Photos

Congratulations to the Fernie teams who participated in the TransRockies – you made us proud! A special thanks to all the sponsors and volunteers who … (More)

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Fernie Kids Bike Rally Images

The Blackstone TransRockies Bike Rally was a highlight of this years TransRockies Finish in Fernie. Over 60 kids participated in the five stage event that … (More)

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August 15, 2007

TransRockies Route Change for 2007

The TransRockies Challenge runs through some very wild and remote country, and in the past, riders and organizers have dealt with conditions that have ranged … (More)

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fernie bike park
August 10, 2007

Reels of Wheels Mountain Biking Film Contest

Fernie Alpine Resort announces the Reels of Wheels Mountain Biking Film Contest, presented by Island Lake Lodge. The contest is part of the many activities … (More)

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FAR Announces Summit Fund Recipients

Fernie Alpine Resort is pleased to announce more grant recipients from the Community Summit Fund, a $150,000 five-year initiative that supports a wide variety of … (More)

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August 8, 2007

TransRockies VI: A Completely New Direction

In 2007, the TransRockies Challenge will reverse its traditional northerly direction, and will travel south for the first time. After starting on August 12th at … (More)

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