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Thunder Meadows Summer Renovations

Filed in Hiking, Ski Touring, Thunder Meadows, Tunnel Creek by admin on September 4, 2023 • views: 3092

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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No Membership Required to Book Cabins This Season views: 1470

Fernie backcountry cabins are now easier to book: no membership is required to reserve Thunder Meadows or Tunnel Creek for overnight stays this season. We’ve moved to a simple flat nightly rate to streamline accounting and bookings. That said, we encourage you to purchase a $5 membership—it helps maintain the huts and supports backcountry-access advocacy […]

2026 Fernie Trails & Ski Touring Avalanche Bursary Recipients views: 26

The Fernie Trails and Ski Touring Club (FTSTC) 2026 Avalanche Bursary Program awarded a total of $2,500, with funding allocated based on the cost of each recipient’s training program. Applicants this year reflect the breadth of avalanche education being pursued in the Elk Valley, from first-time courses to continued skill development. FTSTC President Magnus Leckenby […]

Tunnel Creek Cabin Fall Maintenance Update views: 361

Nine dedicated volunteers made the trek up to the Tunnel Creek Cabin this week for a full day of fall maintenance and cleanup. The crew completed a deep clean of the hut, installed a new chimney, added snow stops to the roof, and took care of extensive brush and weed trimming around the cabin, outhouse, […]

Thunder Meadows Summer 2025 Upgrade views: 407

The Thunder Meadows backcountry cabin received its yearly update this July, thanks to the dedicated efforts of Fernie Trails and Ski Touring Club volunteers. The beloved hut, a cornerstone of the local backcountry experience, now offers improved safety, comfort, and long-term sustainability for the upcoming winter season. Key Improvements This summer’s work focused on both […]