Dec 19th 2023 FSA Grooming Report
Current Conditions:
-2C with 1cm new snow in the past 24 hours, 8cm new snow in the past 7 days. Today: Cloudy with a few flurries or occasional snow. Light accumulation, possible 2 to 5 cm. Snow level rising to between 1200 & 1500 metre’s. High 0 or -1. Total snowpack heights in mid-upper mountain riding areas are around 108cm tapering off at valley bottom.
Special Notices:
Early season conditions in all areas. Please watch for hazards and ride with caution. More information on conditions and season start up plans are available in our latest news blog from December 11th HERE.
Upcoming Events: Bob Arnott Memorial Family Ride and BBQ at the Rolling Hills Cabin, December 30th, 2023. Info HERE.
Corbin, Dec 19 2023
Grooming:
Corbin: Open. Groomed last night. Memberships or day passes required at trailhead. Purchase in advance online via link below.
Coal Creek: Road building activities are in progress at Coal Creek, and the first full groom is expected on December 23rd. Note an ephemeral stream running on the new section of the lower trail with open water related to last weeks precipitation event. Generally low snow conditions throughout most trails and riding areas at this time.
Morrissey: Currently plowed for timber harvesting. Expect heavy equipment and hauling 24/7. Winter snow road building is scheduled for December 19-22nd, with the first full groom anticipated on December 23rd.
Hartley: The first groom at Hartley is scheduled just after Christmas as conditions allow.
Ram: The cabin at Ram is unlocked for the season. Lodgepole is plowed to the McClatchie for timber harvesting activities.
Thank you to FSA Corporate Partner Fernie Fox for your support this season
Operated by the Pauw family, The Fernie Fox Hotel is an independent hotel managed by an experienced team of hospitality professionals.
The hotel is run with value and convenience in mind and we invest regularly to ensure our guests have the best experience possible. Most recently we have renovated many of our rooms, added a great barbeque and sun deck as well as a modern kitchen and dining room for guests who want to cook their own meals.
With great parking, next to fuel / food, and conveniently located next to the highway the Fox is Fernie sledders hotel of choice.
