Notice from Handshake Holdings Inc.
December 5, 2024
Notice #005
Re: Galloway Lands Winter Construction and Trail Updates
Handshake Holdings has finished the road-building portion of preliminary construction work in accordance with the re-zoning of the Galloway Lands. However, throughout the winter, contractors will continue to be on site thinning trees.
We have been collaborating closely with stakeholders to allow for the re-opening of trails for winter recreation on the Galloway Lands. The Galloway Loop is now available for Nordic grooming. Access from the ski hill to the Galloway Nordic loop will be available from Snow Pines Dr. (Boomerang Way) in the form of a multi-use trail to be groomed by the Fernie Nordic Society. This will be a shared access point providing both recreational and contractor access into the Galloway lands, and as a result trail disruptions may occur from time to time, please respect all signage and keep clear of work areas and any equipment.
Fernie Alpine Resort will continue grooming the Hobbits Trail from the base of the Boomerang Chair to the crossing at Highline Dr. throughout the season. This trail will serve as an additional multi-use access point to the Galloway Lands. As the winter work progresses, we will continue to evaluate opportunities to re-open other trails on the property such as the Boomerang to Hobbits Trail connector and Boom Creek trail.
Please take the time to read the new General Information signage that has been installed at all access points to the property. Additional Directional and Caution signage will be added throughout the season to:
- Inform users of active work areas.
- Provide clear directions for skiers and walkers.
We will continue to evaluate opportunities to open more trails as the winter work progresses.
Thank you for helping us communicate this Winter construction and trail availability update to your members.
Best regards,
Reto Barrington
President, Handshake Holdings Inc.
