FIRE: Fernie Adaptive Snowsports

01/20/2026

We are looking for 5 ski volunteers this Sunday January 25th from 12:30-3 to assist our instructors with lessons. You would assist not instruct. For more information email us at fernieadaptive@gmail.com

01/19/2026

First day of group lessons today. Look at all of our wonderful instructors this season! More photos to come.

01/19/2026

A huge thank you to The Griz Bar for hosting, the Little Good Band for the entertainment and all of our supporters who bought a ticket, merchandise, or 50/50 tickets. Another successful 2nd Annual Mountain Shaker. All proceeds going to our program.

01/17/2026

Hello Fernie Photographers!

The Fernie Adaptive Snowsports Program is seeking Photographers that would be keen to Volunteer for a couple hours to capture images of our amazing students and coaches during our weekly Sunday Lessons starting this Sunday January 18th.

Lessons run the following Sundays from 1 -3pm.

January 18th
January 25th
February 1st
February 8th
February 22nd
March 1st
March 8th

We meet at the Fernie Adaptive Hut next to the Timber Load. Most of our lessons run on the Mini/Mighty Moose and the Deer Chair. We have day lift passes available to anyone that does not have a seasons pass.

The photos will be used to share the students progress throughout the year and will be used on the Fernie Adaptive Social Media Platforms (Instagram and FB) as well as on our website. We will ensure all photos are given name credit and tagged.

If you are interested in joining our amazing team of Volunteers please sign up through the link below.

We truly appreciate your time and consideration.

01/07/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to our amazing newly CADS Certified Level 1 Ski and Snowboard Instructors.
CONGRATULATIONS also to Dustin who is now Fernie's very own Snowboard Course Conductor!
THANK YOU Steve our amazing Ski Course Conductor

Thank you all for your dedication and skills.

Exciting season coming up! You can still volunteer.

12/23/2025

The last 30 presale tickets released today. Don’t wait, only 20 door tickets available.

Fernie Adaptive Snowsports invite you to their 2nd annual Mountain Shaker featuring the Little Bit Good Band @ the Griz Bar

12/04/2025

Mountain Shaker tickets available now!

Fernie Adaptive Snowsports invite you to their 2nd annual Mountain Shaker featuring the Little Bit Good Band @ the Griz Bar

12/01/2025

Before kicking off the season we would like to thank The Guide’s Hut for their support in last seasons wrap up Gift Cards for our instructors.
The support from the businesses in our small town doesn’t go unoticed.

11/18/2025

Spread the word! We are looking for ski and snowboard instructors for our program this winter. Training is provided and it is a great way to meet new people and get involved with your community and give back. Email us at fernieadaptive@gmail.com

11/11/2025

Save the Date!

2nd Annual Mountain Shaker

January 17th, 2026

Fundraiser for Fernie Adaptive Snowsports

Featuring the Little Bit Good Band

It's at the Griz and will be a rockin' good time!!

10/19/2025

Join us this winter as a volunteer ski or snowboard instructor. It is a great way to become involved in your community and give back. We provide all of the training required. Email us for more information and details.
📸 Vince Mo

03/14/2025

Meet our Instructors!
HELENA GILLETT
Years with Fernie Adaptive: 2 years
Why you became involved: Snowboarding is such a joy for me and I want as many people to experience that as possible.
Where you were born: York, UK
Favorite snack: Chocolate
Old Side or New Side: New Side
Favorite run at the resort: Ericas and surprise trees
What do you do in your free time: Running, biking and embroidery
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