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Updated March 2024
As nature’s palette of green gradually reclaims the landscape from the Griz's wintery grip this May, it's a sign that ski season is over for now. You may find yourself wondering what to do while the snowpack melts and recedes up into the alpine.
Winter and summer may be the popular times to travel, but that doesn’t mean our quieter shoulder seasons are any less of a stunning time to visit. Here are some ideas for what to do this May & June to stay active and beat the post-ski season blues:
Golf Season Opening
You can get working on that swing right now so you're ready for opening weekend at Fernie Golf Club. Depending on the winter snowfall this normally happens in early-May. Having spent a large part of the winter dormant under snow, the greens look rejuvenated which is more than what we can say about our putting after a winter away from the course ...
Photo: Matt Kuhn
A Day Spa Experience
If like us you've had a strenuous winter, you've worked and played hard, and now you've finally filed your taxes (you did file your taxes in time, right?). It's probably about time to soak in some chill time away from city life stresses.
Photo: Spa 901 by Matt Kuhn
Gravel Biking
The popularity of hitting Fernie's gravel roads has grown over the years with more and more people looking to explore these Rocky Mountain backroads on the fringes of wilderness. Whilst it may take until the mid-May for Fernie's extensive mountain biking trail network to be fully accessible, Fernie's gravel roads are usually ready to ride at the end of the ski season for those seeking to get some pedal mileage under their belts.
Yoga In The Mountains
If you're going to have a down day, do it the best way possible. Relaxation, fitness and wellness are an important part of life here in Fernie, with yoga perfectly balancing out the active lifestyle of the local 'Fernite'.
Photo: Mantra Spirit Studio
Spring Hikes
Town level trails like Fairy Creek Falls are one of many trails free of snow and accessible without snowshoes. Exploring on foot is by far one of our favourite ways to absorb the spring transition in action. For more spring hike inspiriation check out our list of recommendations.
Photo: Vince Mo
Beat the crowds
If the peace and quiet of the outdoors is what you're after, then now is a great time to get out and sleep under the stars. Mt. Fernie Provincial Park is normally taking bookings for stays from June, however, campsites like Kikomun Creek by Lake Kookanusa, or Fernie RV Resorts under Mount Proctor are generally open in May.
Photo: Lake Koocanusa by Matt Kuhn
