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Choosing The Right Catskiing Vacation

Fernie, British Columbia is one of the many mountain towns in the Canadian Rockies that draw visitors looking for great powder each year. At first glance, Fernie may seem like any other town, with a quaint center and an impressive mountain backdrop. That is, however, where the similarities end. This is because Fernie has incomparable back-country skiing, thanks to operators like Island Lake and Powder Cowboy. The terrain that these two companies offer is truly one of a kind, combine that with their service and amenities, and you have the perfect catskiing vacation.

Trails And Touring In Fernie

Fernie, British Columbia is located in the idyllic Canadian Rockies near the Lizard Range. One of the reasons that Fernie is a popular outdoor vacation spot in both the summer and the winter is the extensive network of trails that crisscross the area. These trails exist in large part due to the work and advocacy of the Fernie Trails & Ski Touring Club. What started off as a friendly group of skiers in the 1970's has turned into one of the more important community organizations in Fernie.

Catskiing Western Style

Powder Cowboy is one of the premier catskiing tour operators here in Fernie, British Columbia. The company offers a unique twist on an ideal backcountry skiing or snowboarding excursion – a western themed vacation. Just because it’s western themed, doesn't mean Powder Cowboy skimps on the luxury. The log cabins provide a western styled aesthetic, but come completely lavished in the comfort of in-floor heating and real wood burning fireplaces. That way you can rest and relax in style after a great day on the slopes.

A White Winter Wonderland

As August slowly marches on, the day that every skier and snowboarder awaits continues to draw closer. That exciting day when the snow has stacked up, there's a decent base and that first blue-sky powder day arrives. If you’re addicted to that delicate formation of frozen water we call champagne powder, nothing can soothe your thirst like a trip into the backcountry here in Fernie, British Columbia. The best way to get to Fernie's backcountry is in a snow cat.

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