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Thunder Meadows Summer Renovations
Thunder Meadows Summer Renovations

Thunder Meadows Summer Renovations

Filed in Hiking, Ski Touring, Thunder Meadows, Tunnel Creek by on September 4, 2023 • views: 2394

Our love and commitment to improving the cabins never ends. This July a new roof, a new woodshed, a fresh inside coat of paint and a clean up happened at Thunder Meadows. Thank you to all the volunteers who dedicated their time and to Home Hardware Fernie and the Columbia Basin Trust ReDi Grants for […]

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Cabins Open with Tunnel Creek Rebuild
Cabins Open

Cabins Open with Tunnel Creek Rebuild

Filed in Harvey Pass, Ski Touring, Thunder Meadows, Tunnel Creek by on December 1, 2022 • views: 2952

The Thunder Meadows and Tunnel Creek Cabins opened today for overnight stays for the season! Current bookings are up to January 31 and February to April will be available for online booking on January 15 @ 6am. Harvey Pass is a warming hut for day use only and is a popular day ski and snowmobile […]

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Grizzly Hibernating in Thunder Meadows Cabin
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Grizzly Hibernating in Thunder Meadows Cabin

Filed in Harvey Pass, Ski Touring, Thunder Meadows, Tunnel Creek by on November 19, 2022 • views: 12785

Fortunately this is a ploy to get your attention however it could be a reality. Yesterday during a wood delivery to Thunder Meadows we found the cabin and toilet doors open with snow blowing in. Fortunately we visited before the structures filled with snow and/or had a grizzly move it. Please latch the doors and […]

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Tunnel Creek Hut Renovations
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Tunnel Creek Hut Renovations

Filed in About, Ski Touring, Tunnel Creek by on October 12, 2022 • views: 2783

The Fernie Trails & Ski Touring Club Tunnel Creek Hut renovations are looking great thanks to outstanding volunteer efforts and generous support from our sponsors. The plan to replace the old Tunnel Creek bunk house with a new permanent structure that matches the newer day use facility are ready for this season. This renovation on […]

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Cabin Bookings Details-Updated
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Cabin Bookings Details-Updated

Filed in Ski Touring, Thunder Meadows, Tunnel Creek by on October 8, 2022 • views: 5350

On November 1, 2022 at 6am MST Thunder Meadows and Tunnel Creek bookings go online for the period from December 1st to January 31, 2023. On January 15th, 2023 Thunder Meadows and Tunnel Creek bookings go online for the period from February 1st to April 30, 2023. The cabins can only be booked by Fernie […]

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TUNNEL CREEK PARKING ADVISORY – Updated
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TUNNEL CREEK PARKING ADVISORY – Updated

Filed in Harvey Pass, Ski Touring, Thunder Meadows, Tunnel Creek by on February 27, 2022 • views: 2826

The RCMP caught the scumbag! It’s unfortunate to report that the Tunnel Creek parking lot has been subject to fuel theft. Even worse, the culprits are drilling fuel tanks causing expensive damage to vehicles. At this time we suspect it’s happening late at night however it’s not confirmed. PLEASE report any suspicious activity to the […]

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Tunnel Creek Renovations Planned for 2022
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Tunnel Creek Renovations Planned for 2022

Filed in Harvey Pass, Ski Touring, Thunder Meadows, Tunnel Creek by on January 10, 2022 • views: 2937

The FTSTC is planning for Tunnel Creek renovations the summer of 2022. The plan is to replace the existing Tunnel Creek bunk house with a superior structure that matches the existing day use structure. This renovation on the hut would increase the quality of overnight stays and improve the day use experience. The footing and […]

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How and when to Book the Cabins views: 6837

How and when to book the Cabins are frequent questions and this post is intended as an overview to assist you. Thunder Meadows and Tunnel Creek cabins are bookable as a whole cabin only online for overnight stays by members. This is not exclusive as the cabins are also available for day use. Day use […]

2025 Fernie Trails & Ski Touring Bursary Recipients views: 355

The Fernie Trails and Ski Touring Club (FTSTC) 2025 Avalanche Bursary Program awarded a total of $2,400 split equally between six recipients. FTSTC President Magnus Leckenby commented, “We’re happy that our bursary program is supporting individuals who will contribute to a safer backcountry.” Each year, bursaries are available to help further avalanche education in the […]

FT&STC Annual General Meeting views: 3410

The Fernie Trails & Ski Touring Club is holding its Annual General Meeting at 7PM on Thursday, March 13 2025 at the Fernie Seniors Centre (562 3 Ave, Fernie). Members and non-members are welcome to attend. 2024 will be reviewed and direction moving forward with respect to the cabins, new projects, summer plans, work parties, […]

A Cabin Crisis: The Economy of Toilet Paper views: 502

Deep in the heart of the Fernie backcountry, at the legendary Thunder Meadows, Tunnel Creek, and Harvey Pass cabins, a shadowy barter economy thrives. No, it’s not trading trail mix for dry socks or a thermos of coffee for a warm seat by the fire. It’s something far more primal: toilet paper. Yes, in the […]

Orca Road and Orca Bridge Volly Party views: 597

The Fernie Trails and Ski Touring Club spent a day clearing Orca Road and clearing a more obvious route to Orca Bridge. We’re stoked for another great ski touring season!