Hi
I believe that Heiko Socher (local legend and founder of Fernie Snow Valley for anyone reading this not from Fernie) is involved in trying to put together a proposal for some type of community style ski hill. The proposed location is in the coal creek area/morrisey ridge. The plan involves runs, cross-country trails, lifts and a gondola that would be available year round for sightseeing trips (food/cafeteria location???). No idea when any of this is going to happen or even if it is still on the books or has any funding behind it.
A presentation was made at city council some time ago, so more detailed/accurate info is probably available there – http://www.fernie.ca.
All power to him, this could make a huge difference locally.
