GROOMING and events schedule
Stay up-to-date on the latest grooming, conditions, and events by clicking the link in the calendar
Grooming Schedule
Corbin: Nov 22, 2025 Tentative Opening
Coal Creek: Dec 20, 2025 Tentative Opening
Morrissey: Dec 20, 2025 Tentative Opening
Hartley: Dec 28, 2025 Tentative Opening
Ram: Locked for the summer. Dec 20, 2025 Tentative Opening.
Grooming is dependent on conditions including avalanche hazard and temperature. Note that we may switch from night to day grooming or shorten and adjust routes for the safety of our team members and equipment during severe weather.
FSA Work B and Fundraiser Supper
Annual Work B & Community BBQ
Join us on September 13th, 2025, for the Fernie Snowmobile Association’s Annual Work Bee! We’ll be tackling important projects including installing $10,000 worth of new trail signage, wrapping up installation of the new solar and webcam at the cabin, and preparing firewood for the season.
Work Bee Details: Meeting at Coal Creek staging area 8:30am-4:30pm. Snacks and water provided throughout the day. More details will be emailed out before the event.
Volunteers: Receive $25 credit on their 2025-2026 annual membership as well as complimentary BBQ supper ticket when you register in advance.
After a productive day, celebrate with us at our community BBQ supper fundraiser. Licensed event with cash bar.
Community Supper Details: FSA Groomer Storage Facility at Coal Creek Rd / River Road Extension 5:00pm - 10:00pm. Tickets $50 per person, available until Sept 10th.
This is a fantastic opportunity to see what the FSA is all about, catch up on our latest activities, and kick off the season ahead. For those traveling from out of town, camping will be available in the staging area.
Registration required for this event to help us plan food and beverage.
Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference and enjoy great food and company!
FSA September Meeting
FSA September 2025 General Meeting
All members in good standing are welcome to attend our monthly general meeting. This is your opportunity to stay informed about FSA projects, share your ideas, and be part of the decision-making that keeps our trails and programs running strong.
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Park Place Lodge, 742 Hwy 3, Fernie
Agenda:
The agenda will be posted 7 days prior to the meeting on this event listing. If you have items you would like added, please email info@ferniesnowmobile.com in advance.
We encourage all members to attend and get involved — your voice matters.
FSA SnowCat Track Work Bee
FSA SnowCat Track Work Bee
The Fernie Snowmobile Association is looking for a few skilled hands to help us get our groomer fleet ready for winter! This work bee will focus on preparing the snowcat tracks, including checking and torquing bolts and nuts, and getting the tracks installed for the season.
If you’re comfortable with tools and enjoy working on equipment, we’d love to have your help.
Volunteer Perks:
$25 credit towards your FSA membership or day ticket purchase
Complimentary BBQ lunch to keep you fueled up
Come lend a hand and be part of the behind-the-scenes crew that keeps Fernie’s trails in top shape all winter long.
FSA October 2025 Meeting
FSA October 2025 General Meeting
All members in good standing are welcome to attend our monthly general meeting. This is your opportunity to stay informed about FSA projects, share your ideas, and be part of the decision-making that keeps our trails and programs running strong.
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Park Place Lodge, 742 Hwy 3, Fernie
Agenda:
The agenda will be posted 7 days prior to the meeting on this event listing. If you have items you would like added, please email info@ferniesnowmobile.com in advance.
We encourage all members to attend and get involved — your voice matters.
FSA at the Alberta Snowmobile Show
FSA at the Alberta Snowmobile Show
The Fernie Snowmobile Association is heading to Edmonton for the Alberta Snowmobile Show! Come find us at the Edmonton Expo Center, connect with our team, and get the latest scoop on what’s happening for the 2025–26 season.
More info coming soon — but you can grab your tickets HERE.
FSA November 2025 Meeting
FSA November 2025 General Meeting
All members in good standing are welcome to attend our monthly general meeting. This is your opportunity to stay informed about FSA projects, share your ideas, and be part of the decision-making that keeps our trails and programs running strong.
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Park Place Lodge, 742 Hwy 3, Fernie
Agenda:
The agenda will be posted 7 days prior to the meeting on this event listing. If you have items you would like added, please email info@ferniesnowmobile.com in advance.
We encourage all members to attend and get involved — your voice matters.
Corbin Opening Day
Corbin Opening Day
Tentative first day of grooming and operations at Corbin. Weather and conditions dependent.
FSA December 2025 Meeting
FSA December 2025 General Meeting
All members in good standing are welcome to attend our monthly general meeting. This is your opportunity to stay informed about FSA projects, share your ideas, and be part of the decision-making that keeps our trails and programs running strong.
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Park Place Lodge, 742 Hwy 3, Fernie
Agenda:
The agenda will be posted 7 days prior to the meeting on this event listing. If you have items you would like added, please email info@ferniesnowmobile.com in advance.
We encourage all members to attend and get involved — your voice matters.
Coal Creek & Morrissey Opening Day
COAL CREEK & MORRISSEY OPENING DAY
Tentative first day of grooming and operations. Weather and conditions dependent.
Bob Arnott Memorial Family Ride
Bob Arnott Memorial Family Ride
Join us on December 27th, 2025 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.
Hartley Opening Day
Hartley Opening Day
First day of grooming and operations at Hartley. Weather and conditions dependant.
New Members Ride
FSA New Members Ride
SA New Members Ride – January 10th, 2026
Join the Fernie Snowmobile Association for a fun day of riding, community, and connection! This ride is designed to welcome new members, families, and riders of all ability levels to explore Fernie’s incredible trail network together.
Event Highlights:
Trail tour of the Coal Creek and Morrissey areas with one of the FSA Board of Directors
Meet new riding buddies and pick up tips & tricks to enhance your day
Complimentary BBQ lunch for FSA members at the Wranglers Cabin
Family-friendly, all ability levels welcome
📍 Coal Creek Staging Area
🕤 Departing at 9:30 am – Returning ~4:30 pm
Registration:
Advanced registration is required so we can plan food and drinks for everyone.
Giving Back:
We’ll also be collecting donations at the trailhead for the Fernie Women’s Resource Center, who are in need of diapers, baby formula, wipes, and unused toiletries/personal care items.
Come ride, connect, and enjoy a winter day out with the FSA community!
FSA January 2026 Meeting
FSA January 2026 General Meeting
All members in good standing are welcome to attend our monthly general meeting. This is your opportunity to stay informed about FSA projects, share your ideas, and be part of the decision-making that keeps our trails and programs running strong.
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Park Place Lodge, 742 Hwy 3, Fernie
Agenda:
The agenda will be posted 7 days prior to the meeting on this event listing. If you have items you would like added, please email info@ferniesnowmobile.com in advance.
We encourage all members to attend and get involved — your voice matters.
FSA Avy Awareness & Demo Days
FSA Avalanche Awareness and Snowmobile Demo Days
Save The Date - More Details Coming Soon!
Snowarama Vintage Poker Ride
FSA Snowarama Vintage Poker Ride
FSA Vintage Poker Ride & Snowarama Fundraiser
📅 Saturday, February 15, 2026
📍 Coal Creek Staging Area & Rolling Hills Cabin
Kickstart my heart! We’re bringing the retro vibes back for another epic Vintage Poker Ride — vintage sleds, throwback outfits, and good times guaranteed (all decades welcome!).
This year’s ride also doubles as a Snowarama Fundraiser! For over 45 years, Snowarama has been the BC Snowmobile Federation’s charity of choice. Across BC, clubs have raised over $4 million to support children and families in need through Easter Seals programs. Ride, play, and give back while celebrating the sport we love.
Event Schedule:
Poker Ride Registration: Online pre-registration preferred. A limited number of poker hands will also be available at the Coal Creek Staging Area between 9–11 am.
Trail Ride: Collect your cards and build your best hand on the trail.
Return to Cabin: All participants back to the Rolling Hills Cabin by 2 pm.
Show & Shine + BBQ Social: 2–3 pm at the cabin, complete with food, fun, and vintage sled admiration.
Winners Announced: Poker & Show & Shine winners at 3:00 pm.
Poker Hands:
1 Hand – $15
3 Hands – $30
5 Hands – $50
🎁 Every poker hand purchase includes a FREE BBQ lunch and the chance to win great prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place… plus more!
Not into poker? No problem — you can still join the fun. For just $10, enjoy our hot lunch and cheer on the riders.
Come dressed in your best vintage gear, enjoy the trails, show off your sled, and take your shot at some amazing prizes — all while supporting an incredible cause.
FSA February 2026 Meeting
FSA February 2026 General Meeting
All members in good standing are welcome to attend our monthly general meeting. This is your opportunity to stay informed about FSA projects, share your ideas, and be part of the decision-making that keeps our trails and programs running strong.
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Park Place Lodge, 742 Hwy 3, Fernie
Agenda:
The agenda will be posted 7 days prior to the meeting on this event listing. If you have items you would like added, please email info@ferniesnowmobile.com in advance.
We encourage all members to attend and get involved — your voice matters.
FSA April 2026 Meeting
FSA April 2026 General Meeting
All members in good standing are welcome to attend our monthly general meeting. This is your opportunity to stay informed about FSA projects, share your ideas, and be part of the decision-making that keeps our trails and programs running strong.
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Park Place Lodge, 742 Hwy 3, Fernie
Agenda:
The agenda will be posted 7 days prior to the meeting on this event listing. If you have items you would like added, please email info@ferniesnowmobile.com in advance.
We encourage all members to attend and get involved — your voice matters.
FSA March 2026 Meeting
FSA March 2026 General Meeting
All members in good standing are welcome to attend our monthly general meeting. This is your opportunity to stay informed about FSA projects, share your ideas, and be part of the decision-making that keeps our trails and programs running strong.
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Park Place Lodge, 742 Hwy 3, Fernie
Agenda:
The agenda will be posted 7 days prior to the meeting on this event listing. If you have items you would like added, please email info@ferniesnowmobile.com in advance.
We encourage all members to attend and get involved — your voice matters.
FSA Annual General Meeting
FSA Annual General Meeting
Save the Date!
Date: May 27th, 2025
Location: Park Place Lodge
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Agenda:
Approval of Agenda
Approval of Minutes
Financials
Election of Officers (Vice-President, Treasurer, Directors at Large).
Motions
To accept 2025/2026 Operating Plan.
To accept Notice to Reader Financials.
To update FSA Bylaws for clarity and best practices (see proposed changes HERE, highlighted in yellow or strikethrough).
Nominations forms for election HERE. Must be submitted via e-mail to info@ferniesnowmobile.com no later than May 19th, 2025.
Additional questions or agenda items may be forwarded to info@ferniesnowmobile.com no later than May 12, 2025.
FSA General Meeting
FSA General Meeting
All FSA members in good standing are invited to attend the April general meeting.
Date: April 25th, 2025
Time: 6:30 - 7:30pm
Location: Online Video call link: https://meet.google.com/quw-whwg-zjb
Agenda:
Review of minutes
Review of financials
Communications
Report from Committees
Old Business
New Business
FSA General Members Meeting
FSA General Members Meeting - Postponed
We will be postponing our March General Members meeting as some of our directors are out of town at the BCSF Annual General Meeting this week. Please watch calendar for adjusted spring / summer meeting schedule.
Please email info@ferniesnowmobile.com with any questions or concerns in the meantime.
Thank you.
Grooming Report
March 17, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -7°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 16cm of new snow in the past 24 hours. Total snow in the past 7 days is 81cm. Total settled snowpack is 288cm and we have received 749cm of total snowfall this season.
Today: Cloudy with a few sunny breaks. 70% chance of mid-late afternoon flurries or snow showers. Minor to low end light accumulation possible. Gusty afternoon winds. High near -2.
Tonight: Mainly cloudy with a few flurries or snow showers and gusty winds during the evening. Light accumulation possible. Cloudy with clear periods overnight. Low near -7.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas. The spring melt is here! Expect variable trail conditions below 1540m and excellent trail coverage above that elevation.
Our regular 7-night-a-week grooming operations have now concluded for the season. We will be completing intermittent grooming through the spring as staffing and conditions allow including a full groom next Friday and Saturday nights.
Corbin: Groomed 2 days ago.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey from graffitti rock and up, McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed 3 days ago.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 16, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -5°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 29cm of new snow in the past 24 hours. Total snow in the past 7 days is 68cm. Total settled snowpack is 278cm and we have received 733cm of total snowfall this season.
Today: Snow during the morning, a few flurries and possible snow showers during the afternoon. Light to low end moderate accumulation, possible 6 to 12 cm. Windy at times. High near -2.
Tonight: Mainly cloudy. A few flurries and possible snow showers with gusty winds during the evening, 60% chance of flurries overnight. Light to low end moderate accumulation possible. Low near -6.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas. The spring melt is here! Expect variable trail conditions below 1540m and excellent trail coverage above that elevation.
Today, Sunday March 16th is the last day of our regular grooming season. We will be completing intermittent grooming through the spring as staffing and conditions allow including a full groom next Friday and Saturday nights.
Corbin: Groomed yesterday.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey, McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed 2 days ago.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 15, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -8°C at cabin elevation with light winds.
Today: Periods of snow, possible afternoon snow showers with gusty winds. Accumulation from 8 to 15 cm. High near -3.
Tonight: Periods of snow, possible early and mid evening snow showers. Accumulation from 8 to 15 cm. Windy at times. Low -6 or -7.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas. The spring melt is here! Expect variable trail conditions below 1540m and excellent trail coverage above that elevation.
Corbin: Groomed last night.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey, McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed today.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 14, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -8°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 8cm new in the past 24 hours. 37cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 248 cm and the season total 702 cm.
Today: Cloudy with sunny breaks. 40% chance of morning flurries, 70% chance of afternoon flurries with gusty winds. Minor to low end light accumulation possible. High near -2.
Tonight: Mainly cloudy with a few flurries and possible brief snow showers with gusty winds during the evening. Light accumulation possible. Mainly cloudy with a slight chance of flurries overnight. Low near -8
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas. The spring melt is here! Expect variable trail conditions below 1540m and excellent trail coverage above that elevation.
Corbin: Groomed this week.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey, McEvoy, and Notch groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed this week.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 13, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -4°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 0cm new in the past 24 hours.
Today: Periods of snow and likely a few snow showers, possibly heavy at times. Accumulation from 10 to 15 cm. Gusty afternoon winds, possibly strong. High near 0, trending slightly cooler during the day.
Tonight: Occasional snow, gusty winds and possible snow showers during the evening. Mainly cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries overnight. Accumulation from 4 to 8 cm. Low near -6.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas. The spring melt is here! Expect variable trail conditions below 1540m and excellent trail coverage above that elevation.
Corbin: Groomed this week.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey, McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed this week.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 12, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -3°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 7cm new in the past 24 hours. 32cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 236 cm and the season total 675 cm.
Today: Mainly cloudy with a 40% chance of flurries. High 0 or 1.
Tonight: Mainly cloudy. A few flurries and then occasional snow overnight. Light accumulation, possible 3 to 6 cm. Low near -3.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas. The spring melt is here! Expect variable trail conditions below 1540m and excellent trail coverage above that elevation.
Corbin: Groomed last night night.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey, McEvoy groomed last night. Notch groomed yesterday.
Hartley: Groomed 5 days ago.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 11, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -5°C at cabin elevation with light winds. Snowing.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas. The spring melt is here! Expect variable trail conditions below 1540m and excellent trail coverage above that elevation.
Corbin: Groomed this week.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail and Matheson groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey, McEvoy, and Notch groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed this week.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 10, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -3°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 3cm new in the past 24 hours. 29cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 233 cm and the season total 668 cm.
Today: Cloudy with a few afternoon sunny breaks. 60% chance of flurries, mainly during the early-mid morning. Windy at times. High 0 or -1.
Tonight: Cloudy with evening clear breaks. 70% chance of flurries or occasional snow, mainly overnight. Minor to light accumulation possible. Low near -4.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas. The spring melt is here! Expect variable trail conditions below 1540m and excellent trail coverage above that elevation.
Corbin: Note we are trouble shooting and issue with the Corbin groomer - trail may not be groomed per regular schedule as we complete repairs.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey, McEvoy, and Notch groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed 4 days ago.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 9, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -3°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 0cm new in the past 24 hours. 26cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 238 cm and the season total 665 cm.
Today: Mainly cloudy. 40% chance of late day wet flurries or light rain. Windy, possibly strong at times. High near 3.
Tonight: Snow and snow showers, heavy at times, easing to a few flurries late overnight. Accumulation from 12 to 20 cm. Windy, strong at times. Low -3 or -4.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas. The spring melt is here! Expect variable trail conditions below 1540m and excellent trail coverage above that elevation.
Corbin: Note we are trouble shooting and issue with the Corbin groomer - trail may not be groomed per regular schedule as we complete repairs.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed 3 days ago.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
FSA Ladies Ride
FSA Ladies Ride 2025: Beyond the Boundaries - EVENT FULL!
The mountains offer more than fresh lines—they build confidence, resilience, and connection. On March 8, 2025, the FSA Ladies Ride brings together intermediate to advanced riders to challenge personal limits, and ride alongside women who share a passion for the mountains.
We’ll explore diverse terrain in small groups, offering the perfect opportunity to push your limits while being supported by an amazing crew of like-minded women.
Free for FSA members | $25 for non-members
All riders must have avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe
Includes lunch, bevies and draw prizes including a $500 gift certificate for the Fernie Fox!
Only 20 spots available—don’t miss out! Advanced registration required. EVENT FULL
Please note that we will also be collecting donations of unused toiletries, diapers and baby formula at the trailhead for the Fernie Women’s Resource Center.
Grooming Report
March 8, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -2°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 0cm new in the past 24 hours. 26cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 238 cm and the season total 665 cm.
Today: Cloudy with sunny breaks, slight chance of morning flurries. Windy, possibly strong at times. High 3 or 4.
Tonight: Cloudy with clear breaks or clear periods. Windy. Low near 0.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas. The spring melt is here! Expect variable trail conditions below 1540m and excellent trail coverage above that elevation.
Corbin: Groomed from staging area to Barnes junction 4 days ago. Note we are trouble shooting and issue with the Corbin groomer - trail may not be groomed per regular schedule as we complete repairs.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail, Matheson groomed last night. Martin groomed yesterday.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed 3 days ago.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 7, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -2°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 0cm new in the past 24 hours. 26cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 238 cm and the season total 665 cm.
Today: Sunny with a few bands of cloud, possible morning fog patches. High 2 or 3.
Tonight: Clear with cloudy periods. Increasing wind. Low near -4.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas. The spring melt is here! Expect variable trail conditions below 1540m and excellent trail coverage above that elevation.
Corbin: Groomed from staging area to Barnes junction 4 days ago. Note we are trouble shooting and issue with the Corbin groomer - trail may not be groomed per regular schedule as we complete repairs.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail, Martin groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed 2 days ago.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 6, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -3°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 0cm new in the past 24 hours. 26cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 242 cm and the season total 665 cm.
Today: Cloudy with sunny periods, possible morning fog patches. High 0 or 1.
Tonight: Clear with cloudy periods. Low near -7.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas. The spring melt is here! Expect variable trail conditions below 1540m and excellent trail coverage above that elevation.
Corbin: Groomed from staging area to Barnes junction 3 days ago.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed yesterday.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 5, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -3°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 23cm new in the past 24 hours. 26cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 242 cm and the season total 665 cm.
Today: A few flurries or snow showers and gusty winds during the morning. Cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries and possibly a few sunny breaks during the afternoon. Accumulation from 2 to 5 cm. High 0 or -1.
Tonight: Cloudy with clear breaks or clear periods. Slight chance of flurries during the evening, possible fog patches overnight. Low -5 or -6
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas. The spring melt is here! Expect variable trail conditions below 1540m and excellent trail coverage above that elevation.
Corbin: Groomed from staging area to Barnes junction 3 days ago.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed yesterday.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 4, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -3°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 0cm new in the past 24 hours. 11cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 222 cm and the season total 639 cm.
Today: Cloudy with sunny periods or sunny breaks and possible fog patches during the morning. Increasing cloud and 40% chance of flurries during the afternoon. High near 0.
Tonight: Cloudy with occasional snow. Light accumulation, possible 5 to 10 cm. Low near -4.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas. The spring melt is here! Expect variable trail conditions below 1540m and excellent trail coverage above that elevation.
Corbin: Groomed from staging area to Barnes junction 3 days ago.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed 4 days ago.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 3, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -0°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 0cm new in the past 24 hours. 11cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 222 cm and the season total 639 cm.
Today: Cloudy with a 70% chance of flurries. Accumulation from a trace to 3 cm. Windy at times. High 1 or 2.
Tonight: Cloudy with a 60% chance of flurries and windy at times during the evening. Cloudy with a 40% chance of flurries and possible clear breaks overnight. Minor to low end light accumulation possible. Low near -6.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage. Please note that the freezing line from last weekends storm cycle was at approx 1540m. Dry powder snow up top but variable conditions on lower valley bottom trails. Grooming routes are currently impacted by elevated avalanche hazard. Special Pubic Avalanche Bulletin in effect until March 3rd (Read HERE).
Corbin: Groomed from staging area to Barnes junction 2 days ago.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed 3 days ago.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 2, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -1°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 0cm new in the past 24 hours. 39cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 224 cm and the season total 639 cm.
Today: Possible low cloud and fog patches during the morning, mainly at the lower & mid elevations. Otherwise sunny with cloudy periods. High 6 or 7.
Tonight: Increasing cloud, slight chance of flurries near morning. Low 0 or -1.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage. Please note that the freezing line from last weekends storm cycle was at approx 1540m. Dry powder snow up top but variable conditions on lower valley bottom trails. Grooming routes are currently impacted by elevated avalanche hazard. Special Pubic Avalanche Bulletin in effect until March 3rd (Read HERE).
Corbin: Groomed from staging area to Barnes junction last night.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed 2 days ago.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
March 1, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s 1°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 0cm new in the past 24 hours. 63cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 229 cm and the season total 639 cm.
Today: Possible low cloud and fog patches during the morning, mainly at the lower & mid elevations. Otherwise sunny with a few bands or cloudy periods. High 6 or 7.
Tonight: Mainly clear, patchy low cloud and fog possible overnight. Low 0 or -1.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage. Please note that the freezing line from last weekends storm cycle was at approx 1540m. Dry powder snow up top but variable conditions on lower valley bottom trails. Grooming routes are currently impacted by elevated avalanche hazard. Special Pubic Avalanche Bulletin in effect until March 3rd (Read HERE).
Corbin: Groomed from staging area to Barnes junction last night.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Groomed yesterday.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
FSA General Members Meeting
FSA General Members Meeting - February 28, 2025
(Note: this is a rescheduled our regular Feb 21st meeting to Feb 28th)
All members in good standing are encouraged to attend our monthly general members meeting.
Location:
Park Place Lodge, 6:30pm - 8pm
Agenda:
If you have an item to add to the agenda, please email to info@ferniesnowmobile.com no later than 7am on February 13th, 2024.
Grooming Report
Feb 28, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -2°C at cabin elevation with light winds and -5C at the peak. 0cm new in the past 24 hours. 65cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 238 cm and the season total 639 cm.
Today: Possible low cloud and fog patches during the morning, otherwise sunny with cloudy periods. High 4 or 5.
Tonight: Mainly clear, patchy low cloud and fog possible overnight. Low -2 or -3.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage. Please note that the freezing line from last weekends storm cycle was at approx 1540m. Dry powder snow up top but variable conditions on lower valley bottom trails. Grooming routes are currently impacted by elevated avalanche hazard. Special Pubic Avalanche Bulletin in effect until March 3rd (Read HERE).
Corbin: Groomed from staging area to Barnes junction last night.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Day groomed scheduled for today.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
Feb 27, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -2°C at cabin elevation with light winds and -5C at the peak. 0cm new in the past 24 hours. 65cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 238 cm and the season total 639 cm.
Today: Possible low cloud and fog patches during the morning, otherwise cloudy with sunny periods. Slight chance of afternoon flurries. Windy at times. High near 2.
Tonight: Clear with cloudy periods. Slight chance of flurries during the evening and possible fog patches overnight. Low -3 or -4.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage. Please note that in this current storm cycle the freezing line is sitting at approx 1540m. Dry powder snow up top but lower valley trails may be slushy and in variable condition. Grooming routes are currently impacted by elevated avalanche hazard.
Corbin: No grooming over the weekend due to unexpected mechanical issue. We are currently replacing the HUEI pump and anticipate having those repairs completed by later today.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Grooming on hold for avalanche hazard.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
Feb 26, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -2°C at cabin elevation with light winds and -5C at the peak. 11cm new in the past 24 hours. 65cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 238 cm and the season total 639 cm.
Today: Possible low cloud and fog patches during the morning, otherwise sunny with cloudy periods. High 2 or 3.
Tonight: Clear with cloudy periods and possible fog patches. Low near -4.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage. Please note that in this current storm cycle the freezing line is sitting at approx 1540m. Dry powder snow up top but lower valley trails may be slushy and in variable condition. Grooming routes are currently impacted by elevated avalanche hazard.
Corbin: No grooming over the weekend due to unexpected mechanical issue. We are currently replacing the HUEI pump and anticipate having those repairs completed by tomorrow.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night. Martin groomed yesterday.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Grooming on hold for avalanche hazard.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
Feb 25, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -2°C at cabin elevation with light winds and -4C at the peak. 9cm new in the past 24 hours. 50cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 225 cm and the season total 625 cm.
Today: Mainly cloudy with a few flurries or occasional snow. Light accumulation, possible 2 to 5 cm. Gusty winds possible. High 1 or 2.
Tonight: Variable cloud and a 40% chance of flurries during the evening. Clear with cloudy periods and possible fog patches overnight. Low near -4.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage. Please note that in this current storm cycle the freezing line is sitting at approx 1540m. Good dry powder snow up top but lower valley trails may be slushy and in variable condition.
Corbin: No grooming scheduled this week due to unexpected maintenance on the snowcat - please note that the snowcat may be on the trail at all times while we are testing operations.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail, and Martin groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night.
Hartley: Grooming on hold for avalanche hazard.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
Feb 24, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s 1°C at cabin elevation with light winds and -4C at the peak. 18cm new in the past 24 hours. 41cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 223 cm and the season total 616 cm.
Today: Cloudy with fog patches, gusty winds and a 60% chance of flurries during the early-mid morning. Sunny breaks or possible sunny periods developing late morning or early afternoon. High 2 or 3.
Tonight: Snow/rain developing mid evening, a few snow showers and flurries overnight. Snow level 1600-1800 metres, dropping to between 1100-1300 metres. Moderate accumulation possible. Gusty winds. Low -1 or -2.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.
Corbin: Groomed 6 days ago. No grooming scheduled this week due to unexpected maintenance on the snowcat and current avalanche hazard. We are working on troubleshooting and hope to be back up and running shortly.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night. Freezing line during the weekend storm cycle was Paige’s Draw elevation around 1540m.
Morrissey: Morrissey groomed last night. Freezing line during the weekend storm cycle was just above FWA gate / bottom of Summit Trail elevation around 1540m.
Hartley: Groomed 9 days ago. Grooming on hold for avalanche hazard.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
Feb 23, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s 0°C at cabin elevation with light winds and -3C at the peak. 22cm new in the past 24 hours. 15cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 212 cm and the season total 624 cm.
Today: Snow/rain during the morning and early afternoon, 60% chance of light rain/flurries during the mid-late afternoon. Snow level 1600-1800 metres, accumulation 5 to 10 cm. Windy at times. High near 2.
Tonight: Snow/rain, heavy at times. Moderate to heavy accumulation possible, mainly above 1600-1800 metres. Windy at times. Low near 0.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.
Corbin: Groomed 5 days ago. Note that we are shifting this weekends groom to accommodate some additional unexpected maintenance on the Corbin snowcat. Trail is still in excellent condition with corduroy visible. Please check back for updates as we work to troubleshoot the issue.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night. Freezing line last night was Paige’s Draw elevation.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night. Notch groomed 2 days ago. Martin groomed 5 day ago. Matheson groomed 4 days ago. Freezing line last night was just above FWA gate / bottom of Summit Trail elevation.
Hartley: Groomed 9 days ago.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
Grooming Report
Feb 22, 2025 FSA Grooming Report
CONDITIONS:
This morning, it’s -2°C at cabin elevation with light winds. 1cm new in the past 24 hours. 17cm in the past 7 days. Settled snowpack 190 cm and the season total 575 cm.
Today: Occasional snow or a few flurries, mainly during the morning and early afternoon. Otherwise cloudy. Light accumulation, possible 2 to 5 cm. Increasing wind. High 1 or 2.
Tonight: Snow/rain, heavy at times. Heavy accumulation possible, mainly above 1600-1800 metres. Windy. Low 0 or 1, possibly trending milder overnight.
GROOMING:
Staging is at our regular valley bottom parking areas and all trails have great coverage.
Corbin: Groomed 4 days ago. Note that we are shifting this weekends groom to accommodate some additional unexpected maintenance on the Corbin snowcat. Trail is still in excellent condition with corduroy visible. Please check back for updates as we work to troubleshoot the issue.
Coal Creek: Coal Creek, Doug Dean, Summit Trail groomed last night.
Morrissey: Morrissey and McEvoy groomed last night. Notch groomed yesterday. Martin groomed 4 day ago. Matheson groomed 3 days ago.
Hartley: Groomed 8 days ago.
Ram: Open. No grooming.
FSA General Members Meeting
FSA General Members Meeting - February 21, 2025
MEETING DATE CHANGED TO FEB 28TH, 2025
All members in good standing are encouraged to attend our monthly general members meeting.
Location:
Park Place Lodge, 6:30pm - 8pm
Agenda:
If you have an item to add to the agenda, please email to info@ferniesnowmobile.com no later than 7am on February 13th, 2024.