Join the Fernie Nordic Society, Fernie Trails Alliance and Teck for a day of free, fun activities including cross country ski lessons, a caricature artist, BBQ, s’more station, music, games, special guest speakers and more!

The event will feature a number of local organizations to celebrate safe and sustainable recreational use of natural areas.

FEATURING LIVE MUSIC FROM REDGIRL!

Date: Friday, March 24, 2023

Time: 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Location: Elk Valley Nordic Centre, 500 Mt Fernie Park Rd, Fernie, BC

Please use the free shuttle provided from the Aquatic Centre and Arena.

RSVP: Let us know you’re attending by registering

Event is suitable for attendees of all ages.

Please leave your furry family members at home.

Parking Information: Free parking with an electric bus shuttle to and from the event is available from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the:

Aquatic Centre - 250 Pine Ave, Fernie, BC
Arena - 991 6th Ave, Fernie BC

*There is limited parking available on site at Elk Valley Nordic Centre.

Shuttle schedule below.

The shuttle will be making round trips to and from the event with the following departure times:

Aquatic Centre: 11:30 am, 12:10 pm, 12:50 pm

Arena: 11:40 am, 12:20 pm, 1:00 pm

Elk Valley Nordic Centre: 2:00 pm, 2:40 pm, 3:20 pm

Ski Lesson Information: The Fernie Nordic Society’s talented ski coaches will be hosting free 20-minute beginner-friendly lessons. Lessons will occur at 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 from the event location.

Free Cross Country Ski Equipment Rentals: For those who do not have their own equipment, free rentals are available, courtesy of Teck. Advance reservation for equipment on a first come first serve basis at the locations below. Sizing is limited. Equipment must be reserved by Monday, March 20, 2023. Guests are responsible for all equipment pick-up, drop-off and deposit.

To reserve your equipment rentals, please contact:

Gear Hub

Reserve by March 20 at (250) 423-5555

401 1st Ave, Fernie, BC

www.gearhub.ca/

Quest Outdoor Sport Rentals Ltd

Reserve by March 22 at (250) 423-9252

5258 Highline Dr, Fernie, BC