Kimberley Alpine Resort to open for the winter season this weekend
For Immediate Release: December 5th, 2017
Kimberley Alpine Resort to open for the winter season this weekend
Kimberley, B.C – We are pleased to announce that Kimberley Alpine Resort will be open for 7-day a week operation starting on Saturday, December 9th! A snowy November has made for a solid base up on the mountain and so we are keen to get skiing and riding! Most terrain off of the Easter Chair will be open, this includes skiing in the Vimy Ridge zone, and the upper parts of the Black Forest and Tamarack Ridge zones. Access to the Easter Chair will be by way of the North Star Express Quad Chair. Exit off the mountain back to the base will be by way of the Ridgeway ski way. (Please be aware and ski with care, and watch for early season hazards. Skiing on the Easter Chair is not recommended for first-timers or beginners). Services open will be Guest Services, Winter Sports School (lessons start Dec 16th), Rental & Repair shops, NEW Buckhorn & Main restaurant located in Trickle Creek Lodge, Stemwinder Bar & Grill, Slopeside Café and the Retail Shop.
For hours and ticket prices see our website. The most up to date information will be posted to our Snow Report & the RCR App
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Photo from this morning, December 5th
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New Air Service links Powder Highway with the World
For Immediate Release: November 27th, 2017
New Air Service links Powder Highway with the World
British Columbia – WestJet link has just been announced! WestJet link is a new regional air service, operated by Pacific Coastal, which will now provide flights into the Cranbrook International Airport (YXC). Skiers and snowboarders can land and ski on the Powder Highway all in one day with YXC located under 30 minutes away from Kimberley Alpine Resort & under 60 minutes away from Fernie Alpine Resort. With flights from Calgary International Airport costing just about the same as a tank of gas, it’s a quicker option to get on those slopes as fast as possible!
Starting March 2018 WestJet will be flying YYC —> YXC 3 times daily with fares starting at $64 (one way, plus taxes).
“This is very exciting news for the City of Cranbrook and surrounding communities. Residents from the East and West Kootenay have been waiting for years for WestJet connections to Calgary giving access to destinations around the world. This also opens up the world with easier access to the Kootenays. Pacific Coastal has been a great supporter of the Canadian Rockies International Airport and this solidifies their other routes with us. We will put concentrated effort into encouraging the public to take advantage of this added service.”
Lee Pratt, Mayor of Cranbrook (excerpt from WestJet press release)
Book your flight now on http://www.westjet.com.
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NEW GPS Tracker through the RCR App
Not only is the RCR App your best source for the most up to date information including run/lift status, mountain cams and snow reports, it’s now your ski tracking app too! Through our new GPS tracking feature, you can measure your speed, distance skied and altitude during your runs. Simply open the app and use the GPS button to bring you to the tracking screen. The RCR App is available on iTunes and the Google Play store for FREE!
Get more RCR App information and download link from our website.
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Get 3 FREE days (plus daily discounts) for the price of one lift ticket with the RCR Rockies card, Gift Cards can also be bought for $25, $50 or $100 – purchase one or both for that special skier in your life through the RCR Online Store.
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What’s New this Season at Kimberley Alpine Resort
For Immediate Release: October 10th, 2017
What’s New this Season at Kimberley Alpine Resort
Kimberley, B.C – the team at Kimberley Alpine Resort takes pride in providing out guests with the best vacation and recreational experience possible, continuing with this tradition there are a number of changes and upgrades we’re working on pre- ski season to ensure this one is one of our best yet! Some of the highlights include;
New Eats & New Brew!
We’re looking forward to debuting a brand-new restaurant in the plaza at the base of the resort (where Montana’s previously was) called Buckhorn & Main Mountain Eatery. Introduced near the end of last season, Kimberley is proud to now pour its own beer – try the Stemwinder Ale this winter, on tap at The Stemwinder Bar & Grill and at Buckhorn & Main.
Host Mountain to NorAm & Para World Cup Races
Starting in February 2018 and continuing into March we’re excited to be hosting athletes from all over for the Para World Cup, Noram Finals and the Special Olympics events. Not only will this include racing in multiple categories by these amazing athletes, there will also be various parties, parades and celebrations throughout the event weeks.
Lift Upgrades & New Equipment
The Northstar Express had new drives installed, these control the electric drive motors and the magic carpet has a new “blue dot” belt for better traction. Our mid station snow making pump is getting revitalized for improved snow making, in addition to a new snowgun to our fleet. All three of our groomers are getting complete overhauls and we’ve added a new snowmobile to the team!
Men’s Bumps & Brews All Mountain Ski Camp
Bumps & Brews All Mountain Ski Camps are not just another ski lesson, rather a guided mountain experience with some learning thrown in! The focus at our men’s “Bumps & Brews” All Mountain Ski Camps, is personalized skier improvement in all types of fun and challenging terrain on the mountain. You will ski lots of powder, tree runs, natural terrain, deserted groomers, train in brushes & race gates and show you secret stashes you can and can’t imagine! We take full advantage of the best terrain and help you experience and realize a whole new way of skiing the mountain. Bumps and Brews Camps do ski on groomed runs, but not necessarily practicing ski drills or exercises. We’re different, we’re exciting and you’ll love it! It will be the best ski camp experience of your life! Skiing, Fun, Friends and Skill Improvement.
Explore More with Backcountry Trips
Joining forces with Boulder Hut Adventures last season allowed us to bring ski touring to Kimberley Alpine Resort! Stay at the 4.5 star Trickle Creek Lodge, located in the base area at Kimberley Alpine Resort and practically walk right onto your helicopter, with new pick-ups from the resort your arrival and departure for ski touring is the most convenient it can possibly be! Pave your way through untracked Purcell powder in the back country surrounding Kimberley, with over 15,000 acres of terrain to explore, plus the nearly 2,000 acres of resort terrain your only problem will not be having nearly enough time for it all!
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NEW Scenic Mountain Horseback Riding Tours at Kimberley Alpine Resort
For Immediate Release: August 16th, 2017
NEW Scenic Mountain Horseback Riding Tours at Kimberley Alpine Resort
Kimberley, BC – partnering with Got Adventure, we’re bringing a brand new activity to Kimberley Alpine Resort. Starting on August 15th, 1 hour or 2 hour scenic mountain horseback trail riding tours will depart 3 times a day (daily) offering a unique opportunity to see the mountain without all the snow (and without even having to hike).
Booking can be made through Trickle Creek Lodge, Kimberley Alpine Resort group sales, online through the RCR Reservations booking system and directly through Got Adventure. Tours must be booked in advance and are subject to availability, helmets are mandatory.
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Book your vacation online or call 1-800-258-7669 to speak to a vacation specialist today!
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12 (plus) reasons to visit Kimberley this August
1) Waterfalls
The Meachen Creek Falls (just off the road on the way to Hourglass lake) offers some absolutely amazing photo opportunities for your Instagram!
2) Farmers Market
Running every Thursday evening from 5 – 7:30pm until September 7th, visit Downtown Kimberley (Howard Street) to find fresh local and sustainable food as well as some local artisans. Started and still run by Wildsight, a company committed to protect biodiversity and support sustainable communities, Wildsight also offers educational programs for kids and families to learn more about the wild outdoors, recycling and much more.
3) Pool Party – Trickle Creek Lodge
Time to party! Trickle Creek Lodge has an outdoor heated pool and two hot tubs, with nearby BBQ’s it’s the perfect location to come for a road trip or week away. Hang with the family and entertain friends and have a pool party!
4) Hiking 
While there are many easier hikes in and around the Kimberley area (even a trek up the ski hill is easier than this one), if you’re looking for a real challenge, try Fisher Peak. Once scaled the views from the top are definitely hard to match! Read about the experience on our post ‘The Taunting Temptress – Climbing Fisher Peak’.
5) Rails to Trails
Opened in 2010, the Rails to Trails is a well travelled passage that has been used as far back as the early 1900’s as a railway to transport lead, zinc and logs between the Kimberley and Cranbrook area, eventually being revamped into the passenger track it is today (hence the name). Rails and Trails is open to anyone on foot, bike, skateboards (skis or snowshoes in the winter) and is a 28 km trail connected the two cities. For a full map of the trails visit the Rails to Trails website – northstarrailtrail.com.
6) Nature Park
Also known as ‘the gateway to nature’, the Kimberley Nature Park is the largest municipal park in British Columbia! Offering everything from guided hikes for everyone of any age to group mountain bikes and educational programs. Find out more about their programs and what to explore in the Nature Park on their newly redesigned website – kimberleynaturepark.ca.
7, 8 & 9) Golf Central
Bootleg Gap
This gorgeous course is known for its wide open spaces and perfect greens. Hole #12 is the signature hole here and after playing the hole we think you’ll realize why.
Trickle Creek Golf Resort
Affectionately called ‘a golfer’s dream’ Trickle Creek is home to 18 challenging holes surrounding by the beauty of the mountains and is one of just a few Canadian Courses to be rated 4.5 stars by Golf Digest. Don’t miss a chance to stop for a photo op at the signature hole #11.
Kimberley Golf Club
From their website – the Kimberley Golf Club is ‘proven to be one of the most scenic, charming and challenging courses in the B.C. Rocky Mountains’.
Trickle Creek Lodge is located close to all three courses and has a package to stay and play all three. See the Offers page on the Trickle Creek Lodge website and look up the package called ‘Golf Kimberley Package’ for this special offer.
10) Downtown Platzl
The pedestrian platzl in downtown Kimberley is not to be missed, with its quaint brick lined paths surrounding by locals restaurants and shops including a German themed bakery with delicious daily specials and fresh made items and the Kimberley Heritage Museum. Top it off with life size chess and a huge freestanding cuckoo clock (put a coin in the clock to see what happens).
11) River Sports
Through the Kootenay Raft Company you can sign up for a guided whitewater rafting trip (introductory or extreme tours available), or you can simply rent kayaks canoe’s or Stand Up Paddleboards. Whatever water adventure you’re in the mood for, you can find it near Kimberley! More iformation is available on the Kootenay Raft Co. website – http://www.kootenayrafting.ca/.
12) Black Spur Ultra
Trail Running has been gaining significant popularity in recent years and the Black Spur Ultra race event is no exception either. The course starts and ends at Kimberley Alpine Resort (meaning if you stay at Trickle Creek Lodge you can walk to the start and finish line) and is a challenging race that can be run individually or in a relay team. Teams have 12 hours to finish 50K and individuals or teams have 24 hours to finish 100K – now that’s a race with bragging rights! If you aren’t interested in racing, the event needs many volunteers to help run smoothly – get more information about racing or volunteering on the official website – blackspurultra.com.
Too many to mention! Other attractions to check out include the Comico Gardens, Mini Golf, Kimberley Skate Park, Kimberley Underground Mining Railway Tour, Spirit Rock Climbing Centre (and yes, there is still more). Get more information about all activities in Kimberley on the Tourism Kimberley website.
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Four Amazing Bands Announced for Annual Spring Splash Season Closing Festival at Kimberley Alpine Resort
For Immediate Release: March 20th, 2017
Four Amazing Bands Announced for Annual Spring Splash Season Closing Festival at Kimberley Alpine Resort
Kimberley, B.C – tunes, turns and tans! That’s how we like to describe the last weekend of the ski season at Kimberley Alpine Resort. Saturday, April 8th features our annual Spring Splash Pond Skim at 1pm followed by a FREE outdoor concert on the big stage in the plaza with the Hi -Strung Downers at 3pm and headliner band The Cave Singers at 5pm.
The Cave Singers is an Indie Rock/Indie Folk band from Seattle, Washington composed of former members of Pretty Girls Make Graves after its disbandment in 2007. Cave Singers, have released five albums since its formation in 2007.They bring in a vast assembly of instruments including the occasional jazz flute in front of two guitars, a drummer and a bassist. Their songs are all brought together by raspy, howling vocals of lead singer Pete Quirk. Check out their single “That’s Why” to see why we are so excited for Saturday, April 8th at 5pm in the Kimberley Alpine Resort Plaza.
Join us on Sunday, April 9th for the popular Dummy Downhill event at 2pm and watch the crashes along with the Hi-Strung Downers at 3pm and Good Ol’ Goats at 4:30pm on the big stage in the Kimberley Alpine Resort Plaza. This will be the last time you can enjoy the Good Ol’ Goats live before they begin their new adventures.
For the full schedule of events see our online events calendar.
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NEW Helicopter Ski Touring Day Tours
Experience Helicopter Assisted Ski Touring from Kimberley Alpine Resort with Boulder Hut Adventures. Come ski the best of the Purcell backcountry as part of a professionally guided, one-day helicopter-assisted backcountry touring adventure!
Start your day with a helicopter pick-up at Kimberley Alpine Resort. You and your guided group will be dropped off at a ridge top for an epic first run. From there, professionally guided ski touring enables you to explore the amazing Purcell Mountains under your own power. The day includes a safety briefing, helicopter transport, lunch and professional guiding service. An additional heli-drop run is an option at the end of the day with a return to all the comfort and amenities that Kimberley has to offer.
Get more information or book your tour from the Boulder Hut Adventures website.
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NEW One Day Helicopter Ski Touring with Boulder Hut Adventures from Kimberley Alpine Resort
For Immediate Release: March 6th, 2017
NEW One Day Helicopter Ski Touring with Boulder Hut Adventures from Kimberley Alpine Resort
Kimberley, BC – Experience Helicopter Assisted Ski Touring from Kimberley Alpine Resort with Boulder Hut Adventures. Come ski the best of the Purcell backcountry as part of a professionally guided, one-day helicopter-assisted backcountry touring adventure!
Start your day with a helicopter pick-up at Kimberley Alpine Resort. You and your guided group will be dropped off at a ridge top for an epic first run. From there, professionally guided ski touring enables you to explore the amazing Purcell Mountains under your own power.
The day includes a safety briefing, helicopter transport, lunch and professional guiding service. An additional heli-drop run is an option at the end of the day with a return to all the comfort and amenities that Kimberley has to offer.
Dates available are March 12, 19, 26th & April 2, 9, 16th – get more information or book your tour from the Boulder Hut Adventures website.
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Matt Mosteller
Senior VP Marketing & Resort Experience, Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
mmosteller@skircr.com
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Boulder Hut Adventures and Kimberley Alpine Resort are excited to present 2nd Annual Ski Mountaineering Race – The Northstar Ski Mo 2017
For Immediate Release: February 22nd, 2017
Boulder Hut Adventures and Kimberley Alpine Resort are excited to present 2nd Annual Ski Mountaineering Race
The Northstar Ski Mo 2017
Kimberley, B.C – New for the 2017 Northstar Ski-Mo Race we have a Poker Run Format and obstacle course, it’s the same great race with a few added twists. The race will start in the Kimberley Alpine Resort Plaza, follow the skin track up to Kootenay Haus and race the gates back down to the Plaza collecting cards at stations en route. To complete the final card of the poker hand, participants will complete the obstacle course in the plaza. This is sure to be a crowd pleaser!
The atmosphere of the race will be extremely friendly and a great way to be introduced to the sport. Dress up attire encouraged – bonus prizes for best costume! Kids can have a chance at the Ski Obstacle Course at 2pm. We are happy to announce the amazing donation of one half week trip to Boulder Hut Adventures in 2018. This will be a draw prize worth $1695 – all you have to do is complete the race within 2 hours!
$25 entry fee includes: Burger & beverage and a draw ticket for prizes
Categories: Youth (17 and under), Male and Female Open (18-49), Masters Male and Female (50+)
Registration: 8:30am – 10:30am in Slopeside or register NOW online or in Guest Services
Mandatory Safety Meeting: 10:30am in KAR Plaza
Awards & prizes at the Ski – Mo Social in Stemwinder Bar and Grill following race. **Helmets Required** No x-country skis allowed
We would like to thank our sponsors so far – Boulder Hut Adventures, Kimberley Alpine Resort, Kootenay Mountain Works, Kimberley Orienteering Club, Spirit Rock Climbing Gym, Bohemian Spirits, Purcell Outdoors, Big Magic Designs, Montana’s BBQ and Bar, Trickle Creek Golf Course, Kimberley Golf Club.
For more info call 250.427.4881 or email events@skikimberley.com.
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