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You had better be up for a challenge if you choose to snowmobile Fernie. Extreme sledding is predominant in this area due to the enormous amounts of snow, however, there are some great places for beginners to enjoy a great day of snowmobiling. Fernie's ideal location in the heart of the Elk Valley means Fernie usually gets a dump of snow long before other East Kootenay communities. Browse our snowmobiling in Fernie pages and find out why you should hit Fernie's beautiful powder-laden trails this winter. |
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SNOWMOBILING IN FERNIE The novice speaks Expectations are high when you are a novice snowmobiler. “Novice” is what my boss called me based on my one and only five-minute solo snowmobiling experience in Naples, Idaho a year ago. |
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INSIDE THE INDUSTRY » FERNIE From hobby the business Every day is an adventure for snowmobile tour operator Mike Sosnowski. |
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SNOWMOBILING IN FERNIE More than skiing While thousands of people a year will flock to the slopes of Fernie for its superlative skiing opportunities, snowmobilers know that the real treat is taking to the hills on their sled of choice. |
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SNOWMOBILING IN FERNIE Go for a climb or a cruise Rugged snow-capped peaks, wide panoramic views and deep virgin snow—this is what sledding around Fernie is all about. |
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SNOWMOBILING IN FERNIE Fun and freedom Fernie offers sledders a great mixture of alpine riding, trail riding and high-marking opportunities, according to longtime Fernie resident Mike Sosnowski. |
| Fernie | The Essentials |
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Annual snowfall: 29 ft. Average winter temp: -5°C Sledding season: December-May Local dealers: Ghostrider Motorsports (Arctic Cat and Yamaha) (250) 423-9251 Info: Fernie Chamber of Commerce 1-877-433-7643 www.ferniechamber.com |
| No shortage of snow "It's got terrain for all levels of snowmobilers. Number one—we get great snow. Even when there have been poor snow years, generally we are pretty well guaranteed a good, decent snowpack." —Paul Kramer, president of the Fernie Snowmobile Association and owner of Ghostrider Motorsports in Fernie |
| Fernie | Events |
| March 1-4 Drag Races The Fernie Snowmobile Association usually holds snowmobile drag races in conjunction with Fernie's Griz Days. A parade, family carnival, sporting events and competitions, and parties are among the other activities that are held during this weekend-long event. Contact: Fernie Chamber of Commerce 1-877-433-7643 |
| Fernie Key contacts |
| Map of trails | Click here for pdf version |
