January 19, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-16C at cabin elevation this morning with light winds. 0cm new snow in the past 24 hours. 2cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 185 cm measured at the plot at 120cm measured at upper elevations in exposed areas tis week. Total snowfall this season 461cm. This week has brought little new snow due to the typical January dry spell. Riders can expect a variety of conditions. In exposed areas at higher elevations, the snow is generally wind-hardened and firm, while mid and lower, sheltered zones offer about 10 cm of softer, windblown snow resting on a well-packed base. All trails are in excellent condition. 

Today: Sunny with cloudy periods, slight chance of early morning flurries. Possibly windy at times and a high wind chill during the morning.  High temperature near -13.

Tonight: Mainly clear.  Low near -25, high wind chill at times.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector 2 days.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail, and Matheson groomed last night.

Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night. Notch trail to the peak groomed 7 days ago.

Hartley: Groomed 4 days ago.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

Thank you to FSA Corporate Partner Pacesetter Equipment for your support this season!

Your source for quality heavy construction equipment rentals and sales in Alberta, Western Canada and beyond! Learn more HERE.

The FSA is thankful for the outstanding contributions of Pacesetter Equipment towards our new Rolling Hills Webcam - launching February 2025!

FSA Avalanche Awareness

& Demo Dayz

FSA Avy Awareness and Demo Dayz are back on Saturday, January 18th, 2025!

Location: Rolling Hills Cabin (Coal Creek)
Time: 10 AM – 3 PM

Join us for an incredible day packed with rides from:
🏔️Polaris Demos from Mountain Toys Polaris Ltd.
🏔️Skidoo Demos from A&E Motorsports
🏔️Arctic Cat Demos from Ghostrider Motorsports
🏔️NEW: Widescape Demos – come try these innovative units!

Learn from the Fernie's Local Avalanche and Rescue Pros:
🏔️ Avalanche Canada South Rockies - explore this year's 'snowpack story'
🏔️ Fernie Search and Rescue - Rescue gear demos and emergency communications
🏔️ Elk Valley Snow Shepherds - Practice your companion rescue skills in the avalanche transceiver basin

🌭 FSA Fundraiser BBQ – All proceeds go to Avalanche Canada to support their vital work (Recommended $25 per person contribution).

✨ Can't attend but want to contribute? Purchase a day ticket online for January 18th! A portion of the day ticket proceeds will be added to our overall contribution to Avalanche Canada. Purchase HERE.

This is one event you won’t want to miss! See you there!

January 18, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-13C at cabin elevation this morning. -17.8C at the peak with light winds. 2cm new snow in the past 24 hours. 8cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 187 cm measured at the plot at 120cm measured at upper elevations in exposed areas tis week. Total snowfall this season 461cm. This week has brought little new snow due to the typical January dry spell. Riders can expect a variety of conditions. In exposed areas at higher elevations, the snow is generally wind-hardened and firm, while mid and lower, sheltered zones offer about 10 cm of softer, windblown snow resting on a well-packed base. All trails are in excellent condition. 

Today: Cloudy with possible sunny breaks and a 60% chance of flurries during the morning, minor accumulation possible.  Sunny with cloudy periods during the afternoon. Windy at times.  High -12 or -13.

Tonight: Cloudy with clear periods. Possibly windy at times and a high wind chill.  Low near -18.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector 4 days ago.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night. Matheson groomed 4 days ago.

Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night. Notch trail to the peak groomed 6 days ago.

Hartley: Groomed 3 days ago.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

Thank you to FSA Corporate Partner Pacesetter Equipment for your support this season!

Your source for quality heavy construction equipment rentals and sales in Alberta, Western Canada and beyond! Learn more HERE.

The FSA is thankful for the outstanding contributions of Pacesetter Equipment towards our new Rolling Hills Webcam - launching February 2025!

FSA General Members Meeting

All members in good standing are encouraged to attend our monthly general members meeting.

Location:

Park Place Lodge, 6:30pm - 8pm

Agenda:

• Signage / Parking Lots

• Webcam

• Avy and Demo Days Event Jan 18th - review event plan

• Feb Vintage Poker Ride Feb 15th - volunteers? event plan

• Grant opportunities

• Fernie Frostbiters - youth engagement

If you have an item to add to the agenda, please email to info@ferniesnowmobile.com no later than 7am on January 16th, 2025.

January 17, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-10C at cabin elevation this morning. 2cm new snow in the past 24 hours. 8cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 189 cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 459cm. This week has brought little new snow due to the typical January dry spell. Riders can expect a variety of conditions. In exposed areas at higher elevations, the snow is generally wind-hardened and firm, while mid and lower, sheltered zones offer about 10 cm of softer, windblown snow resting on a well-packed base. All trails are in excellent condition. 

Today: Cloudy with a few sunny breaks. 30-50% chance of flurries, the greater chance during the early morning.  Possibly windy at times, more so at the upper elevations.  High near -5.

Tonight: Mainly cloudy with a few flurries or occasional snow, minor to low end light accumulation possible.  Increased wind overnight.  Low near -15.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector 3 days ago.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night. Matheson groomed 3 days ago. Paige’s groomed 6 days ago.

Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night. Notch trail to the peak groomed 5 days ago.

Hartley: Groomed 2 days ago.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

January 16, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-6C at cabin elevation. 0cm new snow in the past 24 hours. 6cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 189 cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 459cm. This week has brought little new snow due to the typical January dry spell. Riders can expect a variety of conditions. In exposed areas at higher elevations, the snow is generally wind-hardened and firm, while lower, sheltered zones offer about 10 cm of softer, windblown snow resting on a well-packed base. All trails are in excellent condition. 

Today: Cloudy with possible sunny breaks and a 70% chance of afternoon flurries.  Minor to low end light accumulation possible.  Windy, likely strong at times.  High -1 or -2, possibly trending cooler mid or late afternoon.

Tonight: Cloudy with clear breaks or clear periods.  60% chance of early evening flurries, minor accumulation possible. Wind diminishing overnight.  Low near -9.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector 2 days ago.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night. Matheson groomed 2 days ago. Paige’s groomed 5 days ago.

Morrissey: Upper Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night. Notch trail to the peak groomed 4 days ago.

Hartley: Groomed yesterday with a significant of downed trees removed from the trail.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

January 15, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-4C at cabin elevation. 0cm new snow in the past 24 hours. 6cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 189 cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 459cm. This week has brought little new snow due to the typical January dry spell. Riders can expect a variety of conditions. In exposed areas at higher elevations, the snow is generally wind-hardened and firm, while lower, sheltered zones offer about 10 cm of softer, windblown snow resting on a well-packed base. All trails are in excellent condition. 

Today: Cloudy with fog patches and a 50% chance of light flurries during the morning.  Cloudy with possible sunny breaks or sunny periods during the afternoon. High -3 or-4.

Tonight: Possible early evening clear periods, otherwise cloudy with fog patches.  Increasing wind overnight.  Low -4 or -5.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector yesterday.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night. Matheson groomed yesterday. Paige’s groomed 4 days ago.

Morrissey: Upper Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night. Notch trail to the peak groomed 2 days ago.

Hartley: Groomed 6 days ago.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

January 14, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-7C at cabin elevation. 0cm new snow in the past 24 hours. 8cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 190 cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 459cm. This week has brought little new snow due to the typical January dry spell. Riders can expect a variety of conditions. In exposed areas at higher elevations, the snow is generally wind-hardened and firm, while lower, sheltered zones offer about 10 cm of softer, windblown snow resting on a well-packed base. All trails are in excellent condition. 

Today: Cloudy with morning fog patches, possible afternoon sunny breaks or sunny periods. High near -4

Tonight: Possible early evening clear periods, otherwise cloudy with fog patches.  Low near -6.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector 3 days ago.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail and Matheson groomed last night. Paige’s groomed 3 days ago.

Morrissey: Morrissey (down to FWA gate), McEvoy groomed last night. Notch trail to the peak groomed yesterday.

Hartley: Groomed 5 days ago.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

January 13, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-9C at cabin elevation. 0cm new snow in the past 24 hours. 8cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 196 cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 459cm. This week has brought little new snow due to the typical January dry spell. Riders can expect a variety of conditions. In exposed areas at higher elevations, the snow is generally wind-hardened and firm, while lower, sheltered zones offer about 10 cm of softer, windblown snow resting on a well-packed base. All trails are in excellent condition. 

Today: Low cloud and fog patches, dissipating to afternoon sunny periods. High -4 or -5.

Tonight: Clear with cloudy periods during the early evening, greater cloud cover and fog patches late evening and overnight.  Low -7 or -8.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector 2 days ago.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night. Paige’s, and Matheson groomed 2 days ago.

Morrissey: Morrissey (down to FWA gate), McEvoy, and Notch to the peak groomed last night.

Hartley: Groomed 4 days ago.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

January 12, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-9C at cabin elevation. 0cm new snow in the past 24 hours. 10cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 196 cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 459cm. We have not had much in the way of new snow this week thanks to the typical January dry spell. Riders can expect to find about 10cm of lighter snow sitting on top of 30-50 cm (or more) of settling snow from the holiday storm cycle. Snow conditions remain highly variable, with wind-affected and firmer snow in exposed alpine areas, while sheltered spots below treeline offer deeper, softer powder. Popular areas close to the trails and cabins are tracked out but there are still pockets left of good powder riding if you are willing to explore a little.

Today: Cloudy with sunny breaks or sunny periods and morning fog patches.  30% chance of flurries, mainly during the morning.  High near -5.

Tonight: Cloudy with clear periods, greater cloud cover and fog patches likely overnight.  Low near -10.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector yesterday days ago.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night. Paige’s, and Matheson groomed yesterday.

Morrissey: Morrissey, and McEvoy groomed last night. Notch Trail to the peak groomed 5 days ago.

Hartley: Groomed 3 days ago.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

January 11, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-7C at cabin elevation. 4cm new snow in the past 24 hours. 12cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 197 cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 455cm. We have not had much in the way of new snow this week thanks to the typical January dry spell. Riders can expect to find about 10cm of lighter snow sitting on top of 30-50 cm (or more) of settling snow from the holiday storm cycle. Snow conditions remain highly variable, with wind-affected and firmer snow in exposed alpine areas, while sheltered spots below treeline offer deeper, softer powder. Popular areas close to the trails and cabins are tracked out but there are still pockets left of good powder riding if you are willing to explore a little.

Today: Cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries and possibly a few afternoon sunny breaks.  Minor to low end light accumulation possible.  High near -4.

Tonight: Cloudy with clear periods and a slight chance of flurries.  Low near -9.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector 4 days ago. Corduroy still visible on the trail.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Paige’s, and Matheson groomed last night.

Morrissey: Morrissey, and McEvoy groomed last night. Notch Trail to the peak groomed 4 days ago. Big plow on the upper Morrissey Staging Area.

Hartley: Groomed 3 days ago.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

January 10, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-6C at cabin elevation. 0cm new snow overnight. 9cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 197 cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 455cm. We have not had much in the way of new snow this week thanks to the typical January dry spell. Riders can expect to find about 10cm of lighter snow sitting on top of 30-50 cm (or more) of settling snow from the holiday storm cycle. Snow conditions remain highly variable, with wind-affected and firmer snow in exposed alpine areas, while sheltered spots below treeline offer deeper, softer powder. Popular areas close to the trails and cabins are tracked out but there are still pockets left of good powder riding if you are willing to explore a little.

Today: Mainly cloudy with morning fog patches.  Snow developing mid or late morning, accumulation from 4 to 8 cm.  Windy at times. High near -3.

Tonight: Occasional snow during the evening, easing to a few flurries overnight.  Accumulation from 4 to 8 cm. Windy at times.  Low -7 or -8.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector 3 days ago.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek and Doug Dean groomed last night. Summit Trail and McEvoy groomed yesterday and still had corduroy on them so skipped last night. Paige’s draw groomed 2 days ago.

Morrissey: Morrissey groomed last night. Notch Trail to the peak groomed 3 days ago.

Hartley: Groomed 2 days ago.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

January 9, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-8C at cabin elevation. 0cm new snow overnight. 10cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 211 cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 455cm. We’ve seen light snowfall everyday over the past few days, adding approximately 10 cm of fresh powder on top of 30-50 cm (or more) of settling snow from the holiday storm cycle. Snow conditions remain highly variable, with wind-affected and firmer snow in exposed alpine areas, while sheltered spots below treeline offer deeper, softer powder. Popular areas close to the trails and cabins are tracked out but there are plenty of pockets left of good powder riding if you are willing to explore a little. Forecast is calling for the next storm to arrive on Friday - check back for updates as this is a little to far out to be 100% and we are watching the models closely to see how this develops. Groomed trails are in fantastic shape across the board!

Today: Possible low cloud and fog patches during the morning, otherwise sunny with a few bands of cloud.   High -5 or -6.

Tonight: Clear with cloudy periods and fog patches, increasing cloud late overnight. Increasing wind overnight.  Low near -7.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector two days ago.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night. Paige’s draw groomed yesterday. last night. Matheson (left and right) groomed 7 days ago.

Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night. Notch Trail to the peak groomed 2 days ago.

Hartley: Groomed yesterday.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

January 8, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-7C at cabin elevation. 2cm new snow overnight. 12cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 211 cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 455cm. We’ve seen light snowfall everyday over the past few days, adding approximately 10 cm of fresh powder on top of 30-50 cm (or more) of settling snow from the holiday storm cycle. Snow conditions remain highly variable, with wind-affected and firmer snow in exposed alpine areas, while sheltered spots below treeline offer deeper, softer powder. Popular areas close to the trails and cabins are tracked out but there are plenty of pockets left of good powder riding if you are willing to explore a little. Forecast is calling for the next storm to arrive on Friday - check back for updates as this is a little to far out to be 100% and we are watching the models closely to see how this develops. Groomed trails are in fantastic shape across the board!

Today: Cloudy with a 70% chance of flurries during the morning.  Accumulation from a trace to 4 cm.  Cloudy with sunny periods and a 40% chance of flurries during the afternoon. Windy at times.  High near -4.

Tonight: Clear with cloudy periods during the evening, low cloud and fog patches developing overnight.  Low near -10.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector yesterday.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek and Paige’s draw groomed last night. Doug Dean and Summit Trail groomed yesterday and still had corduroy last night. Paige’s Matheson (left and right) groomed 6 days ago. Grooming team spend additional time tuning up lower mountain trails and bridges.

Morrissey: Morrissey, McEvoy, and Notch Trail to the peak groomed yesterday. They still had corduroy on them on last nights groom so were not groomed again.

Hartley: Groomed Dec 27th.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

January 7, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-12C at cabin elevation. 20cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 211 cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 453cm. We’ve seen light snowfall everyday over the past few days, adding approximately 10 cm of fresh powder on top of 30-50 cm (or more) of settling snow from the holiday storm cycle. Snow conditions remain highly variable, with wind-affected and firmer snow in exposed alpine areas, while sheltered spots below treeline offer deeper, softer powder. Popular areas close to the trails and cabins are tracked out but there are plenty of pockets left of good powder riding if you are willing to explore a little. Forecast is calling for the next storm to arrive on Friday - check back for updates as this is a little to far out to be 100% and we are watching the models closely to see how this develops. Groomed trails are in fantastic shape across the board!

Today: Morning low cloud and fog patches, possible afternoon sunny periods.  High near -4.

Tonight: Possible evening clear periods, otherwise cloudy with fog patches.  70% chance of flurries overnight.  Minor to low end light accumulation possible.  Increasing wind.  Low -7 or -8.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night. Paige’s Draw groomed 2 days ago. Matheson (left and right) groomed 5 days ago.

Morrissey: Morrissey, McEvoy, and Notch Trail to the peak groomed last night.

Hartley: Groomed Dec 27th.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

January 6, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-13C at cabin elevation. Trace amounts of new snow in the past 24 hours. 22cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 218 cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 453cm. We’ve seen light snowfall everyday over the past few days, adding approximately 10 cm of fresh powder on top of 30-50 cm (or more) of settling snow from the holiday storm cycle. Snow conditions remain highly variable, with wind-affected and firmer snow in exposed alpine areas, while sheltered spots below treeline offer deeper, softer powder. Popular areas close to the trails and cabins are tracked out but there are plenty of pockets left of good powder riding if you are willing to explore a little. Forecast is calling for the next storm to arrive on Friday - check back for updates as this is a little to far out to be 100% and we are watching the models closely to see how this develops. Groomed trails are in fantastic shape across the board!

Today: Possible morning fog and low cloud, otherwise sunny with cloudy periods.  High near -4.

Tonight: Clear with cloudy periods and possible fog patches.  Low near -10.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector 2 days ago.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night. Paige’s Draw groomed yesterday. Matheson (left and right) groomed 4 days ago. Several trees down and removed from the Doug Dean trail last night.

Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night. Notch Trail groomed 4 days ago.

Hartley: Groomed Dec 27th.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

Always work to be done!! Several blowdown trees cleared from the Doug Dean trail last night.

January 5, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-7C at cabin elevation. Trace amounts of new snow in the past 24 hours. 22cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 220cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 449cm. We’ve seen light snowfall over the past few days, adding approximately 10 cm of fresh powder on top of 30-50 cm (or more) of settling snow from the holiday storm cycle. Snow conditions remain highly variable, with wind-affected and firmer snow in exposed alpine areas, while sheltered spots below treeline offer deeper, softer powder. Groomed trails are in fantastic shape across the board!

Today: Mainly cloudy.  A few flurries or occasional snow during the morning and early afternoon, diminishing chance of flurries later in the day.  Light accumulation, possible 2 to 5 cm.  High -4 or -5.

Tonight: Cloudy with clear periods, slight chance of early evening flurries. Low near -10.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector yesterday.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail, Paige’s Draw groomed last night. Matheson (left and right) groomed 3 days ago.

Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night. Notch Trail groomed 3 days ago.

Hartley: Groomed Dec 27th. Groomer headed out today.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

photos: Club Ride on Jan 4th, 2025 | @bound_for_mountain

FSA Trail Tour & BBQ

This event began as a novice and intermdiate ladies ride but we had so many requests for families to join that now everyone is welcome!!

Join the FSA on January 4th for a Trail Tour and BBQ! If you are looking to become more familiar with riding zones in the Coal Creek and Morrissey areas, want to meet new riders, learn tips and tricks to enhance your riding day, or just enjoy a great BBQ with friends - come on out!

We'll be departing the Coal Creek Staging Area at 9:30 am and hitting the trails as a group from there. All abilities welcome. A BBQ lunch will be provided for FREE for FSA Members at the Wranglers Cabin. Riders can expect to be back at the staging area around 4:30pm.

Advanced registration is required to help us plan food and bevies.

We will be accepting donations at the trailhead for the Fernie Women's Resource Center who are in need of diapers, baby formula, wipes, unused toileties and personal care items. 

January 4, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-13C at cabin elevation. trace amounts of new snow in the past 24 hours. 49cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 220cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 447cm. Riders can look forward to 30-50 cm or more of settling snow from this week’s storm cycle. Conditions remain highly variable, with wind-affected snow at exposed high elevations and deeper, softer powder in sheltered areas at or below treeline. Groomed trails are in excellent condition throughout.

Today: Cloudy with a few flurries or occasional snow during the morning.  Cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries and possible sunny breaks during the afternoon.  Light accumulation, possible 2 to 5 cm.  Windy at times, mainly during the morning.  High near -6.

Tonight: Mainly cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries during the evening.  Occasional snow overnight.  Light accumulation.  Low -7 or -8.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector last night.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trails groomed last night. Matheson (left and right) groomed 2 days ago. We also started building up the kids zone on lower Coal Creek - watch for some fun rollers and bermed corners on this little track suitable for sleds up to 400cc’s.

Morrissey: Morrissey, McEvoy, and Pipeline groomed last night. Notch Trail groomed two days ago.

Hartley: Groomed Dec 27th. Parking lot partially plowed last night but blocked by vehicles in the way.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

photos: last nights groom at Wranglers Cabin and Corbin

January 3, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-11C at cabin elevation. trace amounts of new snow in the past 24 hours. 64cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 220cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 444cm. Riders can look forward to 30-50 cm or more of settling snow from this week’s storm cycle. Conditions remain highly variable, with wind-affected snow at exposed high elevations and deeper, softer powder in sheltered areas at or below treeline. Groomed trails are in excellent condition throughout. 

Today: Possible early morning sunny breaks and fog patches, otherwise cloudy. Snow developing shortly past noon. Light accumulation, possible 2 to 5 cm.  Windy.  High near -6.

Tonight: Snow, possibly heavy at times during the evening.  Moderate to possibly heavy accumulation. Windy at times.  Low -8 or -9.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector 3 days ago.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trails groomed last night. Matheson (left and right) groomed 2 days ago. We also started building up the kids zone on lower Coal Creek - watch for some fun rollers and bermed corners on this little track suitable for sleds up to 400cc’s.

Morrissey: Morrissey, McEvoy, and Pipeline groomed last night. Notch Trail groomed yesterday.

Hartley: Groomed Dec 27th. Parking lot partially plowed last night but blocked by vehicles in the way.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

January 2, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-9C at cabin elevation. 11cm of new snow in the past 24 hours. 73cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 215cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 444cm. Riders can look forward to 30-50 cm or more of settling snow from this week’s storm cycle. Conditions remain highly variable, with wind-affected snow at exposed high elevations and deeper, softer powder in sheltered areas at or below treeline. Groomed trails are in excellent condition throughout. 

Today: Cloudy with possible morning fog patches and sunny breaks. 40% chance of flurries. Increasing wind during the afternoon. High near -7.

Tonight: Cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries or occasional light snow during the evening, minor accumulation possible.  Cloudy with possible clear breaks overnight.  Windy.  Low near -10.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector 2 days ago.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trails groomed last night. Matheson (left and right) groomed yesterday.

Morrissey: Morrissey, McEvoy, and Notch Trail groomed last night.

Hartley: Groomed Dec 27th.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

January 1, 2025 - Coal Creek

January 1, 2025 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-8C at cabin elevation. 5cm of new snow in the past 48 hours. 67cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 215cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 435cm. Riders can look forward to 30-50 cm or more of settling snow from this week’s storm cycle. Conditions remain highly variable, with wind-affected snow at exposed high elevations and deeper, softer powder in sheltered areas at or below treeline. Over the weekend, mild temperatures and heavy traffic on the lowest valley-bottom trails prevented freshly groomed sections from setting up properly. Thanks to cooler temperatures and lighter traffic, the grooming crew has been able to get these sections back into prime shape.

Today: Mainly cloudy with fog patches and a few flurries.  Minor to low end light accumulation possible, trace to 4 cm.  Increased wind possible during the afternoon. High -5 or -6.

Tonight: Cloudy with fog patches, possible clear breaks and a 60% chance of flurries. Windy at times.  Low -8 or -9.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector yesterday.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trails, Matheson (left and right) groomed last night.

Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.

Hartley: Groomed Dec 27th.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

January 1, 2025 - Coal Creek

Dec 31th, 2024 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-8C at cabin elevation. 4cm of new snow in the past 48 hours. 72cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 220cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 431cm. Riders can expect to find between 30-50cm+ of settling snow from this week’s storm cycle out there. We have had warm temperatures over the weekend at valley bottom to about 1540m making for heavier snow on the lowest sections of trails coupled with winds at upper elevation in exposed areas redistributing snow. It’s a bit of a mixed bag out there but the riding is still great!

Today: Cloudy with morning fog patches and possibly a few sunny breaks. 40% chance of morning flurries, 70% chance of flurries during the afternoon. Minor-low end light accumulation possible. High near -3.

Tonight: Mainly cloudy with a few flurries or occasional light snow.  Minor to low end light accumulation.  Low -6 or -7.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector last night.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean and Summit Trails groomed last night.

Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.

Hartley: Groomed Dec 27th.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

Dec 30th, 2024 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-3C at cabin elevation. 32cm of new snow in the past 48 hours. 71cm in the past 7 days. Total snowpack heights variable based on riding zone but 227cm measured at the plot. Total snowfall this season 430cm. In classic Fernie fashion the weather has been moist at valley bottom with dry powder snow up top. Freezing line has been variable but expect heavier snow below 1540m or so (approx 1/3 way up the trail). Open and exposed areas are windblown snow with sheltered areas in the trees still holding lots of great powder riding from this weekends storm cycle.

Today: Mainly cloudy with morning fog patches. 40% chance of morning flurries, 70% chance of flurries during the afternoon. Minor to low end light accumulation, possible 1 to 4 cm.   High -2 or -3.

Tonight: Mainly cloudy with a 70% chance of flurries during the evening.  Cloudy with a 40% chance of flurries and possible clear breaks overnight.  Minor accumulation possible.  Low near -6.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector Dec 27th.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean and Summit Trails groomed last night.

Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night. Notch Trail groomed to the peak on Dec 28th.

Hartley: Groomed Dec 27th.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

Dec 29th, 2024 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-3C at cabin elevation this AM. 34*cm of new snow in the past 24 hours hours and over 60cm new snow in the past 7 days (over 413cm total this season). Total snowpack heights variable but around 230cm at the cabins. NOTE: There has been substantially more new snow, upwards of 50cm yesterday morning and another 15cm overnight but the measurement reflects what is actually on the stake at time of measurement as settled snowpack. The reason for this variation is the natural settlement of the fresh snow that fell yesterday AM as well as changing density with a heavier 10cm of snow that fell overnight. As a rider - this means that sledding at upper elevations and sheltered areas will likely feel like a full 50cm of pow riding while cabin elevation or below and exposed areas may be riding denser and firmer today. 

Today: Cloudy with a few morning flurries, 50% chance of flurries or occasional snow during the afternoon. Minor to light accumulation possible.  High near -4.

Tonight: Cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries or occasional snow.  Minor to light accumulation possible.  Low near -6.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector yesterday.

Coal Creek: Big night last night on the trails with the 50cm +/- of new snow and heavy traffic. Pushing that much new snow eats up a lot of fuel so core access and family trails groomed with corduroy and some trails only bladed and track packed to help conserve fuel so we could get the most done. Coal Creek and Doug Dean groomed last night with tiller. Summit trail bladed and track packed. Matheson groomed 4 days ago.

Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night with tiller. Notch Trail groomed yesterday to the peak (tiller).

Hartley: Open. Several large trees removed off trail and groomed yesterday from staging area to East Fork or the Sulphur yesterday.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

Video: Dec 29th at Coal Creek S-bend elevation 1350m elevation.

Bob Arnott Memorial Family Ride

Join us on December 28th, 2024 for our annual ride in memory of those we have lost from our riding community. This is a family friendly event and a day of reflection and celebration. 

BBQ and snacks will be available at the cabin - FREE for FSA Members. Advanced registration is required to help us plan food and beverage.

The ride will depart the Coal Creek staging area at 10:30am and we will head up the trail in procession to the Rolling Hills Cabin. Here we will gather in celebration for a warm meal before observing a moment of silence. Riders can then disperse for the afternoon or follow the ride back down to the staging area.

Dec 28th, 2024 FSA Grooming Report

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector last night.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Summit Trail, and Doug Dean groomed last night. Matheson groomed 4 days ago.

Morrissey: Morrissey, McEvoy groomed last night. Notch Trail groomed yesterday.

Hartley: Open. Several large trees removed off trail and groomed yesterday from staging area to East Fork or the Sulphur last night.

Ram: Open. No grooming.

FSA Wrench and Social yesterday - THANK YOU to Matt, Steve, Pete, and Justin for spending the day tackling some critical snowcat tiller work yesterday.

Dec 27th, 2024 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-4C at cabin elevation this AM. 8cm of new snow in the past 24 hours hours and over 40cm new snow in the past 7 days (over 379cm total this season). Total snowpack heights variable but around 191cm at the cabins.

Today: Cloudy with morning fog patches and possibly a few sunny breaks.  40-60% chance of flurries, the greater chance late in the day. High near -3.

Tonight: Periods of snow developing overnight.  Light accumulation, possible 3 to 6 cm. Low near -5.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector on Monday.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Summit Trail, and Doug Dean groomed last night. Matheson groomed 3 days ago.

Morrissey: Morrissey, McEvoy, and Notch Trail groomed last night.

Hartley: Open. No grooming yet the season - snowcat is being was moved into position yesterday with anticipated first groom of the season shortly!

Ram: Open. No grooming.

Dec 25th, 2024 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-4C at cabin elevation this AM. 10cm of new snow in the past 24 hours hours and over 50cm new snow in the past 7 days (over 369cm total this season). Total snowpack heights variable but around 187cm at the cabins. Rain at valley bottom earlier this week but the riding up top is dry snow. Expect open areas to be wind affected but there is plenty of deep snow riding out there to be found. Watch for early season hazards in all riding areas as the base continues to accumulate. 

Today: Cloudy with sunny breaks and morning fog patches. Slight chance of flurries.  Increasing wind late in the day.  High near -2.

Tonight: Cloudy with a few flurries or occasional light snow. Minor to low end light accumulation, possible 1 to 4 cm.  Windy at times.  Low -3 or -4.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector on Monday.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Summit Trail, and Doug Dean groomed last night. Matheson groomed yesterday.

Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy Trail groomed last night. Notch groomed to the peak a week ago.

Hartley: Open. No grooming yet the season - snowcat is being was moved into position yesterday with anticipated first groom of the season shortly!

Ram: Open. No grooming.

Dec 24th, 2024 FSA Grooming Report

CONDITIONS:

-1C at cabin elevation this AM. 0cm of new snow in the past 24 hours hours and over 60cm new snow in the past 7 days (over 359cm total this season). Total snowpack heights variable but around 186cm at the cabins. Rain at valley bottom earlier this week but the riding up top is dry snow. Expect open areas to be wind affected but there is plenty of deep snow riding out there to be found. Watch for early season hazards in all riding areas as the base continues to accumulate. 

Today: Cloudy with a few flurries and then occasional snow. Light accumulation, possible 3 to 6 cm.  Windy at times.  High near -1.

Tonight: Mainly cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries during the evening, minor accumulation possible.  Cloudy with fog patches and clear breaks overnight.  Low near -3.

GROOMING:

We’re Open! Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas.

Corbin: Groomed from the staging area to the McClatchie and Barnes connector Friday.

Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Summit Trail, and Doug Dean and Matheson groomed last night.

Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy Trail groomed last night. Notch groomed to the peak a week ago.

Hartley: Open. No grooming yet the season - snowcat is being moved into position with anticipated first groom of the season shortly!

Ram: Open. No grooming.