[griz-boy]

Nah, you don’t really need one its just funny when you see people use them in video. Probably would work if it snowed tons of dry or spray from hell side turns.

Last year was average till spring. Then it was like we were on mountain bikes for the rest of the season.

[griz-boy]

"DeeLite":16njwp7c wrote:

Griz-Boy,

Nice!! Sounds beautiful. I will need to visit this “Island Lake Lodge” and experience the cat skiing for myself. The more remote the better. Right? I will have to plan for this during my couple of weeks holiday to Fernie next year (March 2005).

What’s that Festival like in the Summer? Any live music? Any Jambands around the region?

Peace
Deelite[/quote:16njwp7c]

Lots of jam bands in the winter, The Royal was cool because they had there jam night. Anything went, you could walk up and belt out a few lines or learn to play the bass guitar. Too bad the Royal might not be this winter, looks like it is for sale. The new Northern is gettin renovated and will feature a stage and dance floor, so I think those guys will take over.

Don’t forget Kareokee (spelling?) at The Fernie Pub.

Ahh it’s all fun when you hang out with fun people!

[griz-boy]

Mt Proctor Ave or Road? If it is the one I am thinking of its in Mountview.

I would say 20 minutes tops, it depends if it is snow covered. Snow would slow you down. Here’s a map to get you orientated. You could take Park Ave or the trail right after the bridge which leads you down past the boat launch, its probably longer but more scenic:

http://www.fernie.com/movies/images/fer … _s2004.pdf

I saw FAR employees walk this last year in the wee hours of the morning, so its do-able, but I would give it a 0.5 out of 10 for fun factor. I you want convience get accomodation Downtown or or first few ave’s of the Annex.

[griz-boy]

Hey Deelite,

The only way to get to Island Lake Lodge in the winter is by snowmobile or snowcat (snowshoe or x-country skies if your adventurous). Its an 8km grated winter road that the staff, day skiers, and package skiers take. For all I know visitors are not allowed in winter.

This changes in the summer you can hike, bike or drive up to the lake and enjoy the awesome eats. Yes they do have a festival each year, but its in the summer.

This doesn’t mean that you couldn’t treat yourself to a day of Catskiing!

Granola, funny! You must be one jaded person Alycia.

[griz-boy]

Well I have a different perspective on this. Jeans will not cut it, but I take it you were joking.

A good pair of pant 2 layer Gore Tex 3 if you have the money. You don’t really need Gore Tex but you need something high in water resistency. And if you are going to board over 30 days get a good 2 layer pant. I would stay away from fleece lined pants because they will be too hot come spring. Get a shell pant, a thin pair of polar fleece pants for the cold days, long underware (the new wool blends are nice). Get a pant that has a vent to it they are great to zip up the lift and unzip going down.

Jacket same idea as pants 2 to 3 layer shell with vents. Then layer with some marinawool and fleece.

Temperatures are pretty mild here which is bad cause it will rain and we will get a cold snap that you will see -30+ windchills. Its Canada, unpredicable so dress for it!

Jeans are great for drinkin afterwards!

Oh yeah get a good selection of toques:)

and bring your snorkel cause when it snows it snows and the dry powder gets hard to breathe in.

[griz-boy]

FAR employs seasonal workers at its annual job fare. Look for an announcemnet on there site in August. You might have to be in Fernie and apply in person to get a job at the resort.

October – November are great times to find accomadation. December – January can get scetchy as most of the good accoms are taken. Most Aussie’s will room with other Aussie’s to keep cost of living down, but you will find other’s wanting room-mates.

No FAR employee housing, so living in the city is mandatory. On average a room will cost $350, depending on the amenities. Sometimes you can lock in a rental rate in September October for a long term stay. This will save you hundreds of dollars that will lead into my next suggestion.

Partying of course costs money and long term can be expensive. Save your money so you won’t have to sit at home.

Every ‘local’ is different, we are all human, but in general everybody is happy when it snows.

[griz-boy]

Highway 22 is the quickest and most scenic. I take it all the time in exception when the road is snow covered. When driving at night keep those eyes peeled for suicide deer! You save a good 30 minutes the 22 way.

[griz-boy]

Got our dog through ARF in Calgary. They rescue dogs form neighbouring reservations. Once they get the dog the train it with a foster parent. A great organization.

Here’s a link:

http://www.arf.ab.ca/

[griz-boy]

Yep, its sucks. Hope it doen’t happen.

[griz-boy]

Check out the Griz Days schedule! Tons of stuff this weekend. I will miss the Big Air Comp this year. Looks like a rail jam instead. Too much carnage from past years I guess.

http://www.fernie.com/events/march_2004.html

[griz-boy]

New or Used?

New can get you up to the $10,000 range. Used you can get something for $2500 and up. Remember sleds brake down time to time and guzzle alot of fuel so factor in cost of maintaining the sled. Also a transport like trailor or truck could send you back another grand.

[griz-boy]

Try this:

http://www.fernierealestate.com/rentals … asp?term=1

[griz-boy]

This is a great idea! Possibly give senior citizens a price discount. And with the unwanted apples you could make jams or other products for resale.

Good Luck and support your local Bear Awareness Program.

[griz-boy]

City of Fernie Web Site is http://www.city.fernie.bc.ca/
Click on “Its the People”. The site is really bad and you probably will not get the info you are looking for.

As for the animated picture Log-in to your “Profile” and at the bottom of the profile page is a header called Avatar. Its there you can upload a small, animation, picture, photo, anything that is the correct size.

[griz-boy]

I would advise you call the Cranbrook Courthouse at 1(250)426-1234. You will have to apply for a marriage license and arrange for someone to marry you.

Or if you want to marry inside the city limits which excludes Fernie Alpine Resort you can arrange for the mayor of Fernie to marry you. Call 1 (250) 423-6817 for Fernie City Hall.

Hope this gets you started!

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