The Columbia Basin Trust increases recreation opportunities with $484,000 for 29 trail projects

To be considered for funding, proposals must be for projects on sections of The Great Trail between Castlegar and Elkford, British Columbia.

Whether biking to work, hiking peaks or walking pets, Columbia Basin residents prize the trails in our communities and surrounding areas.

The resulting recreation impact will be substantial for locals and bike tourism, and a group of Ridgemont homeowners are concerned for their wellbeing.

Fernie’s biking and hiking trails are mostly open and riding well. The weather has worked wonders in removing our above average snowpack quicker than last season.

Koocanusa Village is launching with new ownership and management

Welcome to the Elk Valley Ultra 50km/25km, taking place on Saturday July 29th, 2017. A high-vert, challenging 50km race. Starting […]

Fernie’s trail conditions are ideal for mountain biking and hiking. The wet spring has passed and the trails remain dust […]

For the first time in Canada The Freedom Climb comes to Fernie, BC this August 6 to 12, 2016. The […]

My favorite spring ride is a double loop on Mt Proctor. Climb Swine Flu and descend Far Side, followed by a second climb up Mad Cow to Swine Flu and descend Swine Flu. Both Far Side and Swine Flu offer a fast and flowy ride with a smooth mix of tight lines, roots and new-school berms with g-force! Get out and enjoy!

As we head into summer, you may want to include Fernie in your travel plans. The city is making a […]

Heaven’s Gate is aiming to pioneer the first completely new major four season mountain destination created in North America almost 30 years.