There are constant updates, developments and improvements to the Fernie Trail Network. As well as some great stories and news to share. As such, you can always find hot off the press news below, as well as on our Facebook Page. If you want to be kept in the loop, be sure to follow us.
If you’re unsure of the status or state of any given trail, download Trailforks before you hit the trails. And if you find something not quite right, be sure to post your findings on Trailforks.
The Fernie Trails Alliance wants to hear your feedback! Your insights will inform future trail development as well as how we advocate for funding which maintains and enhances the trail network. This survey should take about 10 minutes to complete. Anyone who completes the survey can be entered in a draw to win a $100 […]
The Fernie Trails Alliance (FTA) is pleased to share the news that the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) has purchased a large parcel of land in Fernie from DOMAN. This is an exciting milestone for conservation and recreation in our valley. The FTA already has a land use agreement in place for a portion of […]
When you step onto the trails to recreate here in Fernie, you are playing in the home of bears, elk, deer, cougars and moose. These animals rely on the same forests, mountains, and valleys that we ride, hike, walk, and run through. With the support from TC Energy, Y2Y and Dr. Clayton Lamb the FTA […]
We are pleased to be hiring for the 2025 FTA Trail Crew, including a Trail Crew Supervisor. If you are keen on improving and maintaining the trails around Fernie, and enjoy working in the outdoors, this may be the job for you! Please see the job descriptions below. To apply please send a cover letter […]
TC Energy Build Strong Grant to Continue Wildlife Recreation Study The FTA is thrilled to announce, with support from Dr.Clayton Lamb, we have received a grant from TC Energy to continue the Wildlife Recreation Study on going on the Provincial Park and Crown land. The Elk Valley is a truly remarkable region where industry, recreation, […]
NEWS RELEASE: RDEK and Fernie Trails Alliance Secure Funding for Fernie Valley Pathway Final Design RDEK and Fernie Trails Alliance Secure Funding for Fernie Valley Pathway Final Design A new trail connecting the City of Fernie to the Fernie Alpine Resort is one step closer to reality as newfunding has been secured for the project’s […]
Join us for a night of fundraising, games, dinner, DJ & dancing! All proceeds go directly to the trails.
We are pleased to be hiring again for the 2024 FTA Trail Crew, including Trail Crew Supervisor. If you are keen on improving and maintaining the trails around Fernie, and enjoy working in the outdoors, this may be the job for you! Please see the job descriptions below, and apply HERE
Don’t forget to sign up for our 2024 AGM, taking place Wednesday May 8, 6.30-8PM at the KDS Learning Campus.
