Resorts of the Canadian Rockies—Fernie, Kicking Horse, Kimberley, Nakiska, Mont Sainte Anne and Stoneham—Join the Epic Pass
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Matt Mosteller, (403) 209-3323, mmosteller@skircr.com
Resorts of the Canadian Rockies—Fernie, Kicking Horse, Kimberley, Nakiska, Mont Sainte Anne and Stoneham—Join the Epic Pass
- The iconic Resorts of the Canadian Rockies—Fernie Alpine Resort, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort and Kimberley Alpine Resort in British Columbia, Nakiska in Alberta, and Mont Sainte Anne and Stoneham in Quebec—join the Epic Pass beginning with the 2018-19 winter season in a long-term alliance.
- Epic and Epic 7-Day pass holders will receive seven days and Epic 4-Day pass holders will receive four days of skiing or snowboarding with no blackout dates at the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies, and 50 percent off lift tickets after the seven days have been redeemed.
- Epic Pass holders can go direct to the lift with their pass at Resorts of the Canadian Rockies and bypass the ticket window.
- RCR season pass holders, including RCR Rockies Pass, Fernie Season Pass, Kicking Horse Season Pass, Kimberley Season Pass, Mont Saint Anne and Stoneham Season Pass holders will receive 50 percent off lift tickets at all Vail Resorts owned mountain resorts.
BROOMFIELD, Colo.—Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: MTN) and the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies (RCR) jointly announced today that the RCR’s six ski resorts across Canada—Fernie Alpine Resort, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort and Kimberley Alpine Resort in British Columbia, Nakiska in Alberta, and Mont Sainte Anne and Stoneham in Quebec—will join the industry-leading Epic Pass in a long-term alliance beginning with 2018-19 winter season, bringing the total to 61 mountain resorts around the world for skiers and snowboarders.
“We’re thrilled to welcome the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies on the Epic Pass for the 2018-19 winter season, offering skiers and snowboarders world-class mountain resorts in eight countries. The family of ski resorts that make up RCR are some of the most sought after winter playgrounds for skiers and snowboarders around the world,” said Kirsten Lynch, chief marketing officer of Vail Resorts. “We offer the most variety in skiing and snowboarding for the best value on any season pass in the global mountain resort industry.”
“Resorts of the Canadian Rockies is delighted to join the Epic Pass, and along with Whistler Blackcomb, offer the best of Canadian skiing and snowboarding,” said Tom Rosner, vice president of marketing and sales of RCR. “We are pleased to partner with Vail Resorts, the industry leader, as the Epic Pass features the best resorts at the top ski destinations around the world. We look forward to start welcoming Epic Pass holders to all of our resorts next season.”
RCR JOINS EPIC PASS
Perhaps best known among the RCR family of are Kicking Horse and Fernie, located in the southeast corner of British Columbia on the legendary “Powder Highway”. Both Kicking Horse and Fernie are consistently ranked among the top 10 Canadian resorts as ultimate playgrounds that cater to powder hounds with their abundant annual snowfall and big mountain skiing. Kicking Horse, also known as “The Champagne Powder Capital of Canada” is situated just outside the charming historic logging town of Golden and boasts a diverse mix of expert and extreme terrain and one of the longest vertical drops—4,133 feet—in North America. Home to the World Freeride Tour, the ski resort is known for its four large alpine bowls, 85 long steep chutes and short lift lines. Fernie features over 2,500 acres of skiable terrain and 3,550 vertical feet, including 142 trails, five alpine bowls. Have a reputation for the best powder in the Rockies, Fernie is a true winter playground for skiers and riders of all levels.
Following are the benefits for Epic, Epic 7-Day and Epic 4-Day pass holders, as well as RCR season pass holders – RCR Rockies Pass, Fernie Season Pass, Kicking Horse Season Pass, Kimberley Season Pass, Mont Saint Anne and Stoneham Season Pass.
- Epic Pass™: Epic Pass holders will receive a total of seven days of skiing or snowboarding with no blackout dates at RCR. Once the seven days have been used, pass holders can get 50 percent off additional lift tickets at RCR. Pass holders get the added benefit of going direct to the lift with their pass and avoid the ticket window. The Epic Pass offers full access to Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone and Arapahoe Basin in Colorado; Park City in Utah; Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood at Lake Tahoe; Stowe Mountain Resort in Vermont; Afton Alps in Minnesota; Mt. Brighton in Michigan; Wilmot Mountain in Wisconsin; Whistler Blackcomb in Canada; and Perisher in Australia, with no blackout dates. The Epic Pass also provides limited access to Telluride in Colorado; Les 3 Vallées, Paradiski and Tignes-Val D’Isere in France; 4 Vallées in Switzerland; Arlberg in Austria and Skirama Dolomiti in Italy; and Hakuba Valley in Japan.
- Epic 7-Day Pass: Epic 7-Day Pass holders will receive up to seven days of skiing or snowboarding at RCR with no blackout dates as part of their seven total days on the pass. After the seven days, regardless of the resort at which they were redeemed, pass holders can get 50 percent off additional lift tickets at RCR. Pass holders get the added benefit of going direct to the lift with their pass and avoid the ticket window. The Epic 7-Day Pass features a total of seven days with no blackout dates at Whistler Blackcomb, Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Telluride, Park City, Heavenly, Northstar, Kirkwood, Stowe and Arapahoe Basin, plus seven additional free days at Afton Alps, Mt. Brighton or Wilmot Mountain.
- Epic 4-Day Pass: Epic 4-Day Pass holders will receive up to four days of skiing or snowboarding at RCR with no blackout dates as part of their four total days on the pass. After the four days, regardless of the resort at which they were redeemed, pass holders can get 50 percent off additional lift tickets at RCR. Pass holders get the added benefit of going direct to the lift with their pass and avoid the ticket window. The Epic 4-Day pass features a total of four days with no blackout dates at Whistler Blackcomb, Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Telluride, Park City, Heavenly, Northstar, Kirkwood, Stowe and Arapahoe Basin, plus four additional free days at Afton Alps, Mt. Brighton or Wilmot Mountain.
- RCR Season Pass Holders: RCR Rockies Pass, Fernie Season Pass, Kicking Horse Season Pass, Kimberley Season Pass, Mont Saint Anne and Stoneham Season Pass holders will receive 50 percent off lift tickets at all Vail Resorts owned mountain resorts.
Details about all of Vail Resorts’ 2018-19 season passes can be found at www.epicpass.com when they go on sale March 6, 2018.
About RCR
Proudly Canadian, Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Inc. (RCR) is the largest private ski resort owner/operator in North America, owning six ski resorts across Canada including: Nakiska Ski Area in Alberta; Fernie Alpine Resort, Kimberley Alpine Resort and Kicking Horse Mountain Resort in British Columbia and Mont-Sainte Anne and Stoneham in Quebec. In addition to the company’s ski resorts; RCR also owns and operates a number of accommodation properties, golf courses and a central reservation agency. The consumer website is www.skircr.com.
About Vail Resorts, Inc.
Vail Resorts, Inc., through its subsidiaries, is the leading global mountain resort operator. Vail Resorts’ subsidiaries operate 11 world-class mountain resorts and three urban ski areas, including Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone in Colorado; Park City in Utah; Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada; Whistler Blackcomb in British Columbia, Canada; Perisher in Australia; Stowe in Vermont; Wilmot Mountain in Wisconsin; Afton Alps in Minnesota and Mt. Brighton in Michigan. Vail Resorts owns and/or manages a collection of casually elegant hotels under the RockResorts brand, as well as the Grand Teton Lodge Company in Jackson Hole, Wyo. Vail Resorts Development Company is the real estate planning and development subsidiary of Vail Resorts, Inc. Vail Resorts is a publicly held company traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: MTN). The Vail Resorts company website is www.vailresorts.com and consumer website is www.snow.com.
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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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Matt Mosteller, Senior VP Marketing & Resort Experience
Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
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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.
BOOK YOUR SKI VACATION NOW & SAVE
Book your vacation before November 30th for savings of up to 42%. Call 1-800-258-7669 or book online.
RCR ROCKIES CARD & GIFT CARDS – THE PERFECT HOLIDAY GIFT
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.
RCR Rockies Card
Gift Card
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Matt Mosteller
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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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Matt Mosteller, Senior VP Marketing & Resort Experience, Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
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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.
Kimberley Alpine Resort Official Website • Got Adventure Official Website
Book your vacation online or call 1-800-258-7669 to speak to a vacation specialist today!
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Matt Mosteller
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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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Ski Canada Awards Fernie, Golden & Kimberley in Annual Best of Skiing Issue
For Immediate Release: February 7th, 2017
Ski Canada Awards Fernie, Golden & Kimberley in Annual Best of Skiing Issue
Ski Canada Magazine’s annual Best of Skiing awards names Fernie, Kimberley and Kicking Horse for a variety of accolades including ‘Best Ski Towns’ and ‘Best in Truth in Advertising’ as just some of the many. This year’s Ski Canada Best of Skiing awards are extremely special for us, first from Heiko & Linda Socher’s mention for their dedication and commitment to our beloved Fernie, to Kimberley’s The Shed, a real cool place to eat and Boulder Hut Adventures receiving the Best Views in the Backcountry, finishing off with our special partnership with Helly Hansen – hitting the streets of Toronto with the Fernie Alpine Resort ski patrol to advertise skiing in the West.
Fernie, B.C • www.skifernie.com
- Best in the business – Heiko Socher for starting, owning and operation Fernie Snow Valley from 1972 to 1997
- Fernie named in ‘best ski towns’
- Best Guerrilla marketing – Helly Hansen & Fernie Ski Patrols tour on the streets of downtown Toronto
- Dedicated Alpine Touring trails – the new uptracking tour at Fernie Alpine Resort
Kimberley, B.C • www.skikimberley.com
- Best view in the Backcountry – Boulder Hut Adventures
- Best truth in advertising for Kimberley’s new restaurant – The Shed
- Best looking legs – the Iron Legs Pentathlon at Kimberley Alpine Resort, going into its 34th year
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort • www.skikickinghorse.com
- Best new shuttle – the Kicking Horse shuttle connects YYC (Calgary International Airport) and Kicking Horse Mountain Resort twice a week.
- Best Trivia – for the Goal Light Gondola YouTube series from Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
About Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Inc.
Proudly Canadian, Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Inc. (RCR) is the largest private ski resort owner/operator in North America, owning six ski resorts across Canada, including Nakiska Ski Area in Alberta; Fernie Alpine Resort, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort and Kimberley Alpine Resort in British Columbia. RCR also owns and manages a number of hotels and golf courses, including Trickle Creek in Kimberley, and Wintergreen Golf and Country Club in Bragg Creek. RCR aims to provide each and every guest The Ultimate Experience.
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Matt Mosteller
Senior VP Marketing & Resort Experience, Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
mmosteller@skircr.com • Powder Matt’s Blog • Twitter, Facebook & Instagram – @PowderMatt
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The JEEP Junior Freeski tour presented by Rossignol & Smith (IFSA regional event stops) are coming to an RCR Resort Near You
For Immediate Release: January 26th, 2017
The JEEP Junior Freeski tour presented by Rossignol & Smith (IFSA regional event stops) are coming to an RCR Resort Near You
British Columbia, Canada – Cultivating the freeski trend, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort will hold the first IFSA Junior Freeski Series stop, on February 2nd – 5th, the tour will then continue to Fernie Alpine Resort on February 10th to 12th and wrapping up at Kimberley Alpine Resort on February 25th & 26th. Check out the best regional talents hunting for IFSA points! This event provides the opportunity for youth between the ages of 7 and 18 to develop and showcase their skiing skills in a fun and supportive environment.
The Jeep Junior Freeski Series presented by Rossignol & Smith Optics is the only one of its kind in Canada and part of Resort of the Canadian Rockies (RCR) ongoing commitment to providing active and healthy pursuits for youth. To align with the IFSA qualification standards, the event is open to skier’s ages 7 to 18 featuring 6 categories: 7-11/12-14/15-18 male and female. Visit the resort Facebook page event calendars for more information on each event;
Facebook event pages;
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
Fernie Alpine Resort
Kimberley Alpine Resort
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For more information, please contact:
Matt Mosteller
Senior VP Marketing & Resort Experience, Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
mmosteller@skircr.com • Powder Matt’s Blog • Twitter, Facebook & Instagram – @PowderMatt
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