Fernie, BC Travel Planner Winter 2018 | Page 28

Mountains of fun! Whether you choose to explore the city’s gentle, accessible parks, venture into Mt Fernie Provincial. Park or book an organized excursion or activity, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Explore the world’s oldest cottonwood trees along the Ancient Cottonwood Forest Trail. Take a guided. interpretive walk with Wild Nature Tours, a 4x4 wildlife tour, or a scenic river tour on the Elk River. The Aerial Park at Fernie Alpine Resort has over 20 features and 3 mini ziplines to keep you. hanging about for hours, plus there’s a free. mini-park for little kids and a giant zipline for fast fun! Take the chairlift for spectacular mountaintop views, guided hikes, and Lost Boys Cafe. A trip to Island Lake Lodge is a must-do for everyone.. Canoe the tranquil lake, explore giant western red cedars or alpine trails, then end the day with. gourmet cuisine on the scenic Bear Patio. To cool off on those hot summer days take the kids to the Splash Park, Aquatic Centre, Maiden Lake or Surveyors Lake, or find a gentle spot on the shores of the Elk River as you explore the Community Trails. Nestled in the heart of Fernie lies the verdant greens of the Fernie Golf and Country club inviting you to stroll the fairways and enjoy the 360º Rocky Mountain views including the Three Sisters and the dramatic Ghostrider shadow on Mt Hosmer. 10 easy activities for the whole. family to enjoy 1. Take a nature walk to discover the Giant . Black Cottonwoods, Ancient Red Cedars . or Fairy Creek Falls 2. Take a scenic chairlift ride at Fernie Alpine . Resort or explore the Aerial Park 3. Join a half-day scenic river float 4. Cool off at the Splash Park or Surveyors Lake 5. Hang out at Rotary Park Playground or. Annex Park Duck Pond 6. Play at the Dirt Jump Park or Skate Park 7. Enjoy lunch on the Island Lake Lodge patio. and a gentle hike or canoe 8. Hit the links or driving range at Fernie Golf . & Country Club. Try the 1 hour loop! 9. Visit the 1908 Fernie Heritage Library 10. Try Disc Golf at James White Park 28 29