Here it is September, and with the snow not planning on visiting for the next few months, those of us that like the mountain outdoors must find other ways of amusing ourselves than skiing or snowboarding. To that end, Fernie's kilometers of hiking and biking trails offer a passable replacement. For the running enthusiast, there are quite a number of races to take part in as well. This weekend saw the Tears and Gears mountain duathalon take place. The race pitted relay teams of one runner and one biker against the clock and their fellow competitors. The run section lasted 12.5km, after which the bike section lasted 13.5km. Following several different trails and track, the race route actually provides an excellent tour of Fernie. This was an excellent warm up for the runners. At the beginning of October, Fernie will host its annual half-marathon.
Once October gets here, ski season will be just around the corner. That means another great season of champagne powder and backcountry glory at
Island Lake Catskiing. Being one of the premier catskiing operations in all of B.C., if not the world, Island Lake is the place to go if you’re looking for backcountry. Spread out over 7,000 acres of privately owned land in the Lizard Range and Cedar Valley, you'll find all your favorite backcountry features available to you.
Island Lake offers excellent vacations, no matter the time of the year. During the summer, they keep their lodge open, giving you access to great hiking, biking and general mountain amusement. Whenever you visit, enjoy a stay in their luxurious quarters, dine on fine gourmet cuisine and relax among the mountain serenity. However, due to their reputation for excellent service and a great product, Island Lake tours fill up fast. So, if you want the best Catskiing around, book now before all the spots are taken.
