The Fernie Nordic Society is a non-profit society that officially came into existence July 2006. Through the monumental efforts of many volunteers,we now have more than 20 kms of pristine groomed Nordic track in one of the worlds most spectacular venues. The Fernie Nordic Society now has more than 225 members of all ages and backgrounds. The primary goal of the Fernie Nordic Society is "to provide low cost winter fitness activity to it's membership through high quality groomed trails and programming"
As visitors arrive into Fernie for it's legendary powder skiing in the mountains, the Fernie Nordic Society is proud to offer an alternative activity to enhance their winter enjoyment.
End of Year Event at Island Lake!!
It's that time of year!! Our Annual End of Year event will be taking place at Island Lake Lodge on April 14th. Register now to reserve your spot. We have limited space, and it always fills up!!
Download the registration form below, or contact Clark at clark@cegweb.ca for more information.
Happy March Break!
It's the month of March Break...if you haven't flown south you'll know that we've still got winter here in Fernie. Conditions are fair - the Golf Course has not been groomed this week due to extremely wet conditions and pooling of water. With a big dump of snow we may be able to groom again, however the days may be limited on our Golf Course. Island Lake still has snow, and those trails are still skiable! Watch for news about our End of Year Event...coming up in a few short weeks.
Congrats to all racers!
Thanks to everyone that came out to our 2nd Annual Community Race today! What an amazing event - particularly inspiring was the kids races...ages 3 and up! It was a great success. Thanks to our volunteers, groomers and to CP Catering for lunch and the clubhouse space. Check this link for event photos by Jamie Hide! http://jamiehide.com/galleries/FNS%20CR2012/
Check the attachment for race results.
Race Countdown is on!
All waxed up and ready to go??? The 2nd Annual Community Race will be getting underway in 2 days! Don't forget to register online at https://zone4.ca/register.asp?id=2599&lan=1&cartlevel=1 or click on the attachment below to download the Race Registration. It is sure to be a great day with some fresh snow in the forecast. There's a category for everyone, whether you're 3 years old or 103...skate or classic, come on out!! See you at the Golf Course Saturday morning - registration from 9:30-10:30, Racer meeting at 11am.
Happy Family Day Weekend
To all Alberta visitors: Happy Family Day weekend! What a great weekend to be in Fernie...a little extra snow on the ground has made the trails at the Golf Course really great for both classic or skate skiing! Don't forget to grab your day pass in the box by the Clubhouse. Or you can do it online, at the link in the box to the right that says "Become a Member". Enjoy, and come back next weekend for our 2nd Annual Community Race!
Valentine's Skiing
Well, it's a perfect sunny day out there, and the trails are groomed and ready for a romantic ski!!
Both Island Lake Lodge and the Golf Course are groomed up and ready for you. Enjoy! And don't forget: REGISTER NOW for the Community Race - see the previous post!
February Update...and the Community Race is 2 weeks away!
Check out this month's newsletter: http://eepurl.com/i_uI1 for lots of opportunity to get involved in races around the Kootenay Region and into Alberta. Also - our 2nd Annual Community Cross-Country Ski Race is taking place on February 25th. Register now at https://zone4.ca/register.asp?id=2599. See you on the trails!
Online Registration - Update Feb. 8 2012
After many technical issues, we have an online registration system up and running! Click here: https://zone4.ca/register.asp?id=283 to register online for the Fernie Nordic Society.
It's been a beautiful week, and it looks like we may be getting some more snow. All trails in the valley are open and in good shape. Watch for an update on our Community Ski Race taking place February 25th at the Golf Course!! More to come shortly...
Jan 31, 2012 update
well the course was shaping up nicely for the Friday Jan 27th Weekend. Rain on Sunday has made it too soft to continue Grooming but should be Ok for the weekend. Half the Back Country Trail is also open and we will maintian that for the rest of the season.
Winter Wonderland
To all nordic skiers - get out and enjoy the BEST conditions we've had all year!! The Golf Course is in prime condition, Island Lake has rigged up a new tracksetter and there's more snow in the forecast!
Please remember that there are no dogs allowed on the Golf Course- in order to keep the trails clean and well-groomed, please use the dyke for skiing with your dog. Dogs are welcome on Island Lake trails, but MUST be leashed or under control as some sections of the trail are shared with snowmobiles and snowcats.
Enjoy, and thanks for supporting the Fernie Nordic Society!