Kimberley Alpine Resort Celebrates Surrounding Community with FREE Skiing/Riding
For Immediate Release: December 14th, 2016
Kimberley Alpine Resort Celebrates Surrounding Community with FREE Skiing/Riding
Kimberley, BC – Continuing with the tradition of thanking our community, the resort will offer a FREE day of skiing/riding to locals on Sunday, January 8, 2017. Burgers will be available for $2.00 supporting the Kimberley Disabled Skiers Association- residents can go to Guest Services and receive a voucher for their burger.
TELUS Winter Sports School invites beginner skiers or snowboarders to a complimentary lesson. There will be a total of 10 ski and 10 snowboard spots available, with a 1 hour lesson starting at 10:30am. Space is limited and guests must pre-register at the Winter Sports School Cabin by calling 250.432.0315. Lessons will include a voucher for FREE equipment rentals at the Rental Shop! Please note that these lessons are for NEW skiers and snowboarders only ages 6+.
Photo ID and proof of local residency (driver’s license, pay stub etc.) are required to receive the lift ticket. Complimentary tickets can be picked up at guest services and are available to residents of Canal Flats, Skookumchuck, Meadowbrook, TaTa Creek, Kimberley, Marysville, Wasa, Wycliffe, Moyie, Wardner and Cranbrook.
A huge thank-you goes out to our BBQ sponsors including Sysco, Old Dutch and our other food sponsors.
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Kimberley Alpine Resort to Open the 2016.2017 Season on Saturday
For Immediate Release: December 6th, 2016
Kimberley Alpine Resort to Open the 2016.2017 Season on Saturday
Kimberley, BC – Kick off ‘your winter tradition’ this Saturday at Kimberley Alpine Resort. Mother Nature and this week’s winter weather has given a boost to our mountain and snowmaking crews, and we are pleased to be able to offer the Northstar Quad Chair and the Main run starting this weekend. Along with skiing starting, local band The Hollers will be kicking off the après season in the Stemwinder Bar & Grill on Saturday & Sunday afternoon (all ages welcome until 8pm). Please see the Snow Report for further updates.
Photo from December 5, 2016
The following services will be offered for opening weekend;
- Guest Services will be open this week for season pass processing from 10 am – 4:30 pm, and from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm starting on Saturday.
- The Sports Alpine Retail Shop located in the base will be open for your ski or snowboard accessory needs, and for Christmas shopping.
- Ski School will be open for lessons and for multi-week program sales.
- The Rental and Repair shop
- Montana’s Bar and BBQ will be open at noon on the weekend, and 4 pm through the week.
- The resort will remain open during the week, but Kimberley Alpine Pass holders are welcome to continue riding for free at Fernie Alpine Resort and Kicking Horse Mountain resort until Friday, December 16th.
- Please be cautious of early season hazards, and be aware that first-timer beginner terrain will not yet be available.
- Early season discounts on lift tickets will be available.
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Dust off those boots – ski season is (nearly) here
For Immediate Release: November 23rd, 2016
Dust off those boots – ski season is (nearly) here
It’s just about that time of year! That time of year all skiers and snowboarders dream about. No we’re not talking about Christmas, we’re talking about that time of year when the ski resorts all start opening for the new winter season upon us! With opening dates starting in the next few weeks for all Resorts of the Canadian Rockies, skiers and snowboarders across British Columbia and Alberta are waiting with tempered anticipation to take that first glorious run of the season.
Recent Images from November 2016;
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Northwest off to a snowy start for the upcoming ski season
For Immediate Release
Northwest off to a snowy start for the upcoming ski season
According to the Open Snow website “Multiple storms hit the west coast and Pacific Northwest during the first half of October, which has resulted in a healthy snowpack for this time of the year”. With our ski resorts being no exception – ‘Most of the higher mountains of British Columbia and Alberta are measuring 2-4 FEET’. Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, Fernie Alpine Resort and Kimberley Alpine Resort in B.C have already been hit with major Thanksgiving snowstorms, while Nakiska Ski Area in Alberta has been getting consistent snowfall since the beginning of October!
With no signs of it stopping, opensnow.com says ‘From October 20 through the 26th, we’ll see additional storms in the northwest’.
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!
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. www.skircr.com
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Matt Mosteller
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Our winter Early Bird season pass sale ends on Saturday, June 25th, order your season pass or multi week ski school lesson online through the RCR Webstore before the deadline for the best savings of next season.
Don’t forget about those lessons! Get the kids in multi week programs or sign up for one yourself and brush up on skills. Kids & Teen lessons available as well as Ladies Day Camps for adults. View and buy ski school programs through the RCR Webstore.
NEW this year buy a $500 Food & Beverage card for just $399 when purchased with your season pass! Find out more about this new Member Benefit and all the others on the RCR Webstore.
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That’s what the experts are saying. And while many people across Canada may be rolling their eyes, for winter outdoor enthusiasts it’s music to their ears.
What is La Nina anyways?
La Niña is the positive phase of the El Niño Southern Oscillation and is associated with cooler than average sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific Ocean. (According to Wikipedia)
Okay, but what does that really mean?
According to Dave Phillips, senior climatologist at Environment Canada – “In B.C. there is a high probability that we can expect a more frigid winter. A little cooler, a little bit more snow..”
Read more about what exactly La Nina means and more from Dave Phillips on the CBC website.
For a longer and even more scientific explanation of La Nina visit the Weather Network website.
In conclusion,
La Nina = Happy Skiers & Snowboarders
Don’t forget to order your Kimberley Season Pass before the end of the Early Bird Season pass sale on June 25th – order online through the RCR webstore now!
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For Immediate Release: May 24th, 2016
Early Bird 2016.2017 RCR Season Pass Sale on Now
The Resorts of the Canadian Rockies annual Early Bird season pass sale has begun. To take advantage of the best deal in skiing/riding in the Canadian Rockies, purchase your Fernie, Kimberley, Kicking Horse and Nakiska season passes before June 25th.
Here are some items you won’t want to miss with this sale;
- Free food (we knew that would get your attention). This season get over $100 in free food! Pre purchase a food card with your season pass to redeem at any RCR Food & Beverage outlet at our resorts – food cards are just $399 when purchased in conjunction with your season pass and are worth a full $500 to use at the resorts throughout the season.
- Get friends a great deal on skiing/riding too! Save up to 25% on family & friend lift tickets (no blackout dates)! When purchasing a season pass, up to 12 tickets can be purchased for family & friends for $74.95 and can be used through the entire season at all RCR resorts.
- Thinking of getting a Nakiska season pass? Don’t forget you can purchase two days of riding at one of our B.C resorts for just $69.95 for an adult. The Ski BC two day pass is valid all season long!
Purchase your season pass from the Skircr Online Store now.
What a great winter – thank you!
We love to share the many moments that matter, here are some of our guest moments from the past season;
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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For more information, please contact:
Matt Mosteller
Senior VP Marketing & Resort Experience, Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
mmosteller@skircr.com
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For Immediate Release: April 12th, 2016
TRICKLE CREEK LODGE OFFICIAL HOTEL PARTNER FOR BLACK SPUR ULTRA
Kimberley, BC – The trail running event of the summer is returning to Kimberley, B.C this summer on August 20th & 21st. The Black Spur Ultra is a ‘pure, tough’ mountain running event that is wrought from the winding single track that trail runners dream about (no pavement – just rugged terrain and big climbs)!
Trickle Creek Lodge is proud to once again be the official Black Spur Ultra hotel partner, offering all competitors and spectators a special rate on Studio, One Bedroom and Two Bedroom suites. Visit our official website, call us at 1-877-282-1200 or email us at info@tricklecreeklodge.com to inquire about our special Black Spur rates and to book your spot today.
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Official Black Spur Ultra website
About Trickle Creek Lodge & Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Inc.
Trickle Creek Lodge is part of the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Inc. (RCR) family. 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 Golf Resort 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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For more information, please contact:
Matt Mosteller
Senior VP Marketing & Resort Experience
Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
mmosteller@skircr.com
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**Ski Mo Update**
Rules:
1. Competitors must descend on skis or board through the gated course to the finish at base.
2. Competitors must carry or wear their own equipment during the ascent.
3. Competitors must be able to reach the first control station at the top of Boundary within 2 hours or will be asked to turn around and not receive a time.
5. If you miss a control station on the descent you will be assessed a 10 second penalty.
6.Unfortunately, this year we cannot accommodate children 11 and under.
Participants will start in Plaza, skin up Boundary to Kootenay Haus. Participants will then transition to then descend through the gates to the plaza. All AT -Gear, splitboards, tele-mark and snowshoes welcome. (Snowshoes available for $11 at the KAR rental Shop-this is a special deal only for participants). Atmosphere will be extremely friendly and a great way to be introduced to the sport!
$20 entry fee includes: burger and beverage and a draw ticket for prizes
Race Start: 12:00pm in Plaza
Registration: 9-11am in Slopeside
Mandatory Safety Meeting: 11:30 in Plaza
Awards/prizes at the Ski-Mo Social in Stemwinder Bar and Grill
**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, Kimberley Vacations, Purcell Outdoors, Big Magic Design, Trickle Creek Golf Resort, Montana’s BBQ and Bar, Kimberley Golf Course.
For more info call 250.432.0313 or email events@skikimberley.com
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For more information, please contact:
Matt Mosteller
Senior VP Marketing & Resort Experience, Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
mmosteller@skircr.com
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For Immediate Release: March 7th, 2016
THE TRADITION CONTINUES WITH THE 33RD ANNUAL IRON LEGS COMPETITION
Kimberley, BC – The Iron Legs annual competition is a long standing tradition at Kimberley Alpine Resort. This year it is being stepped up a notch from being a quadrathon to a pentathlon! In recent years the Iron Legs has included a ski/snowboard portion, a cross country loop, then a run down into town and back up to the resort on bikes.
Brand new this year will include a NEW climbing challenge as part of a new partnership with the Spirit Rock Climbing Gym in Kimberley, B.C. Compete as a team of up to 5 or an individual (kids are welcome). Registration fee includes a burger and beverage, a draw ticket for a chance to win awesome prizes and a participation gift.
You can register now at guest services or by emailing events@skikimberley.com or call (250) 432-0313.
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About Kimberley Alpine Resort & Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Inc.
Kimberley Alpine Resort www.skikimberley.com is located in South East British Columbia and is part of the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Inc. (RCR) family. 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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For more information, please contact:
Matt Mosteller
Senior VP Marketing & Resort Experience, Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
mmosteller@skircr.com
Twitter – @PowderMatt • Powder Matt’s Blog • Powder Matt on Pinterest • Powder Matt on Google +
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