Fernie, BC, Canada
7 NIGHTS
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with over 2500 acres of skiable terrain, up to 37 feet of snow in a season, 142 named runs, 5 alpine bowls, state of the art snowmaking and grooming equipment, and an exceptional beginner’s area, Fernie is a true winter playground for skiers and riders of all levels. Also now featuring the most snow, most ski runs, and biggest vertical in the Rockies!
The historic Rocky Mountain ski town provides a perfect base to unwind and recharge when you aren't shredding the legendary powder!
Fernie boasts 2500 acres of skiable terrain, huge snowfall, 142 named runs, 5 alpine bowls, state of the art snowmaking and grooming equipment, and an exceptional beginner’s area. Fernie is a true Winter playground for skiers of all abilities.
| Base Elevation: | 1,052 m / 3,450 ft |
| Summit Elevation: | 2,134 m / 7,000 ft |
| Skiable Acres: | 2,500+ acres |
| Total Trails: | 142 named runs plus five alpine bowls and tree skiing |
| Longest Run: | 5 km / 3 miles – Falling Star |
| Terrain Type: | 15% novice / 35% intermediate / 30% advanced / 20% expert * More expert terrain than the size of most ski areas * |
| Number of Lifts: | 10 |
Park Place Lodge
Located in the heart of the friendly town of Fernie, there is a shuttle bus stop just outside and it is a 6 minute shuttle ride to the slopes however our groups will have private shuttle transport to/from the mountain daily. The Park Place Lodge also benefits from an indoor pool, hot tub, pub and onsite restaurant The Bistro. All rooms are ensuite and 4 students share 2 queen beds. Breakfast and evening meals are served in the hotel restaurant.
Facilities:
All of the following are included in the package price -
Return flights from London to Calgary. Return overseas airport transfers included
One piece of hold luggage (23kg) and one carry on bag per passenger
Fernie is 3.5 hours by coach transfer from Calgary airport
The appeal of a ski trip doesn't end when you take your skis off. There is a huge variety of activities to do off the slopes too.
Evening activities include the options of -
Snowshoeing, outdoor ice rink, cinema, Fernie aquatic centre
At True North we pride ourselves in offering well organised, safe school ski trips to some of the worlds greatest ski areas. Our aim is to exceed the groups expectations every time you travel with us and challenge convention to make organising the trip as seamless as possible for you and the school.
We understand that we only have one planet and that we are all responsible for doing our part to care for it. Whilst travel is a wonderful experience, it does place certain pressures on our environment. We have partnered with a fabulous social enterprise called 'Carbon Footprint'. We make a donation for every student that travels with us to minimise the effect our trips have on the environment.
Here are some examples of the projects we support -
India – India wind power generation
UK - Tree planting
Brazil - Protecting The Amazon
We have partnered with our friends at Dare 2 B to provide discounted ski wear for your group.
True North customers can get an additional 15% off anything on the site including sale items using this code - Code: TNXD2B15
This discount can only be used on your first purchase on the Dare 2 B site
We think the products they offer are ideal for our groups. They suit all abilities, styles and ages, at a price point that represents great value.
Follow the link, straight to the Dare 2b website, where you can easily search and find everything you need for your ski trip, from base layers, jackets and trousers, all the way to your bobble hat! You can order directly from the website and have your kit delivered straight to your door. Throughout the year they have many special offers on all their product ranges, catering for the great outdoors and multi-sports.
All our True North Leaders out in resort this Winter are kitted out in Dare 2b jackets and mid-layers.
