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I remember my first time doing that traverse a couple seasons ago (actually my 2nd day skiing out west). Lets just say I was not prepared and I'm sure I provided some entertainment value for those on the lift! Now its just plain fun
Back in feb two of my buddies, on snowboards, were out visiting from Ontario and I took them across that traverse to the 'easy entrance' into feuz. I don't think they were too happy with me
Looking like LL for me. I don't know if I want to support SSV again after the patrol gong show last season. It's too bad since there is some really fun slack country right outside the SSV boundaries, although it might be fun to explore right outside the LL boundaries.
LL, and hopefully COP if the youngin expresses any interest :)
Def LL this year. Undecided about SSV because of the patroller thing. KH too. Saw some fresh snow high in the mountains recently (didn't last long)... Can't wait.
The traverse kept a lot of insecure and unprepared skiers out of Feuz.Quote:
Originally Posted by goldenshowers
Looking to get on with LL or KH either as trail crew or patrol (come on PATROL, knock on wood), so if that pans out I'll be wherever they hire me. If LL or KH don't hire, any suggestions regarding employment up there?
That being said, anyone know of any decent accomodations in Louise or Golden? Looking to head up there beginning of November with the dog (a really well behaved mini Australian Shepherd who is super stoked about a season in the snow) so don't think staff accomodation is a go.
Damnit, that made for a fun pump track on the board, and kept some fresh lines into Feuz.Quote:
Originally Posted by goldenshowers
Oh, they entertainment value will still be there. This is actually the second attempt at making a road. This one is high enough that it'll be wind-scoured as fuck and never hold snow. The fast line will still be low and gorby will still be hitting rock/trees/towers left right and center.Quote:
Originally Posted by goldenshowers
Trust me, not much is going to change with that road.
Ive got a miniature border collie thing , also crazy smart and well behaved. No way in hell i was getting into any staff accom . You may luck out . good luckQuote:
Originally Posted by shafty85
No staff accommodation at Kicking Horse, everyone rents on the market in town. That being said, if you're looking in late Oct/early Nov it shouldn't be a problem.Quote:
Originally Posted by shafty85
Looks like snow the next few nights, but not likely enough to make turns, except on a glacier.
Seasons pass at Kimberley for me this season, since I am moving there in a few weeks. But also the usual cards for KH and Whistler. Might even get to Fernie a bunch. Also looking forward to exploring new backcountry areas after so many years of doing Banff/K Country and the Parkway.
Any Kimberley maggots? I thought there were a few who posted now and again.
[QUOTE=Eldo;3345657]Looks like snow the next few nights, but not likely enough to make turns, except on a glacier.
Lord knows its cold enough , siting at 9 C here canmore ( at least outside my window)
White caped peaks even for a few hours will please me
a couple of years in a row (2005-2006) the season started with the bestest snow for september long. Eldo posted a couple of "season openers" from highwood pass that were superb. then you have t2c's october freshies...
not all is lost :)
The best pre season turns I have had were last year on September 9th and September 22nd. Didn't even hit any fricken rocks. I have time my work shift to be home on the same latter September weekend...or I might just say fuck it and wait for the larches instead then come home.Quote:
Originally Posted by f2f
Hey if it dumps and anyone is looking for some one to go get after it:tdo13: , count me inQuote:
Originally Posted by time2clmb
my bad if they were september turns, not october.
so, anyone knows what's happening with fortress? there were rumours...
no talk of Fernie's new lift ???
How many down days will it have?
How much poaching of Lizard headwall will go on?
Gripen, wotz the horse's new lift's status?
Looks like we got a little dusting up top last night. Winters rearing her ugly head
Hitting up Northover Ridge this weekend so hoping this doesn't repeat...the snow can start on monday night ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by f2f
No new lift.Quote:
Originally Posted by Shadam
Did someone mention pre-season turns?
Sunshine Oct. 31/03
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Fortress Oct. 24/04
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Highwood Pass Sep. 11/05
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Fortress Oct. 8/05
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Lake Louise Nov. 2/05
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Moar pre-season
Bow Summit Nov. 5/05
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^ porn!!!
oh meh gawd^^
http://www.skibig3.com/banff-lake-lo...ouise-web-camschec out the sunshine cams , fluffy fluffy goodness comin down
Snowing at the top of Kicking Horse as well.
You beat me to it! Was just going to mention the same thing. Here is LL...are those white flakes I see??Quote:
Originally Posted by Lamothe
http://cams.skilouise.com/cams/cam4.jpg
it was actually sticking this morning , just like my shorts:fm:
http://www.freshtival.ca/
Oct 13-15, 2011
Alright il admit this question is probably best for newschewlers and at the risk of being completely shunned from tgr.....any one know if theres a rail jam at freshtival? ....don;t hurt me
^^^^Crickets:wink:
They had a rail jam a few years ago. I recall Tanner doing some slides and flippy, spinny stuff on the hillside near SAIT.
^lol....
Hey, I can use votes for my video...my goal is to get 200 votes to ensure a top 5 which will get me through to judging. I promise to completely use the shit out of any gear that I win.
http://www.mec.ca/Apps/sweetSpots/vi...tivity_cd=snow
Please vote. They use email confirmation and I have never received spam from them.
pleasant views this morning:
http://i.imgur.com/THZDI.jpg
ps: vote cast. also, in 2005 or 2004 they had a half-pipe with a trukfull of snow set up in one of the parking lots that is now a skyscraper.
Since no one has posted it yet:
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
FERNIE ALPINE RESORT CELEBRATES 50 YEARS WITH NEW LIFT TO PEAK!
One of Canada’s Best Ski Resorts, Fernie Alpine Resort, celebrates 50 years with new lift to peak, giving it the Biggest Vertical in the Canadian Rockies. New lift will take skiing to the top in Fernie, now boasting the most Ski Runs in the Canadian Rockies!
Fernie, BC - The spectacular Polar Peak Lift, will add onto the already incredible vertical at Fernie Alpine Resort, now giving the ski resort a whopping 3550 vertical feet of Legendary Snow Fun. Combine this with over 2550 acres of terrain over 5 Alpine Bowls, Deepest Snow in the Rockies and a year-long celebration commemorating 50 years of Legendary Skiing and Riding and you have a ski destination not to miss this winter! Combine the most snow in the Canadian Rockies, with the most Alpine Bowl skiing in the Canadian Rockies plus the Biggest vertical and you have your ski destination of choice in Canada.
“Fernie is regularly laden with the Deepest Snow in the Canadian Rockies this past winter was no exception with a near record snowfall of over 37 feet!” says Matt Mosteller. Once the snow is cleared, Fernie Alpine Resort began construction of the new Polar Peak Lift with the completion date ready for skiers and riders to enjoy in the 2011/12 winter ski season. The Polar Peak lift is the only major new lift installation in the B.C. Rockies for this winter and one of a few new lift installations in North America. It is believed that it is the only new lift installation going to a mountain top for this upcoming winter. “The Polar Peak Lift is an incredible addition to the Legendary Fernie experience,” says Matt Mosteller. “This lift will provide spectacular views of peaks, valleys and lakes from Lake Koocanusa in the Southwest to the spine of the Canadian Rockies looking up the Elk Valley all the way into Kananaskis Country/Banff National Park” added Mosteller. “Polar Peak Lift is taking lift access skiing and riding to the next level, putting Fernie at the top of any Skiers and Riders bucket list” Mosteller adds.
The Polar Peak Lift adds an above tree-line Bowl skiing experience with over 22 new runs and the incredible experience of skiing off the summit of one of the highest peaks in the Lizard Range, Polar Peak. Many will enjoy making laps of the new Polar Peak Lift or one can enjoy the thigh burning fun of skiing some of the longest runs in the Canadian Rockies and 3550 vertical feet. In addition to the new Polar Peak Lift, Fernie Alpine Resort offers nine other lifts and 140 marked runs – now having the most Ski Runs in the Canadian Rockies!
In addition to the increased terrain, increased vertical and summit experience is the significant enhancement to our Snow Control efforts. The Polar Peak Lift provides quick access to the various ridge-lines above the major alpine bowls. This quicker access for Ski Patrol will speed up efforts to open up terrain following the regular snowfalls Fernie Alpine Resort receives.
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Dammit, had I been home I would have broke my last years record for early season freshies....it's Sept. 1 so it would count.
So, are the local Fernites complaining about lift access to their stashes yet? lol
Kind of disappointed that the Toy Soldiers movie won't be shown, but still, super pumped.Quote:
Originally Posted by mntlion
holy chit mang! 2012 is going to be good!
http://img52.imageshack.us/img52/209...0251751787.jpg
I plan to be extremely slutty this year, I am single for the first time in over 20 years, no ties, no hold downs. Pimping myself out the biggest snow falls.
Brint it 2012 !