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Gilmar receives George S. Majic Spiritus Award
Pat Gilmar was presented the George S. Majic Spiritus Award! Pat was honored for his tireless efforts building trails in Fernie. Pat one of Fernie’s pioneer trail builders who always believed that “if you build it, they will come”. He has been an active director of the Fernie Trails and Ski Touring Club for decades. […]
How and when to Book the Cabins views: 6760
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: 35
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: 3242
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: 451
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: 541
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!
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