Good morning all! Let's get this started, shall we?
The snow levels up in the high country are building up nicely for the early season. Now lets just keep it coming!
We understand we have had few challenging years and we all want to get Valemount back to what it is known for, and that is...
Long post warming!
This is the most crucial time of year for us here at VARDA. August marks the start of our month long sponsorship and marketing drive. This support allows us to operate and do what we do on a yearly basis.
If you are an existing supporter or perhaps one looking on with a...
Would like share some exciting developments from one of our newest Premier Sponsors.
Code Project Enterprise Ltd has been working on to make flights to Valemount from Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver possible potentially starting in mid 2024.
The planned flights would have 240 passengers per...
Ok everyone, be honest. Who checked out the webcam this morning? The snow is falling ! WEBCAM LINK
We are so stoked to have life back to normal around here and cannot wait to see you all back in #ridevalemount. Please check out our updated sponsor listings for supporting accommodations...
The VARDA crew is holding their annual work B this September 23rd and 24th. We will be spending the day in Allan Creek on Saturday then returning to the VARDA Office HQ for a social and BBQ. Sunday will be a good half day in the Clemina Area.
The goals for this are to complete firewood (Allan...
The Valemount and Area Recreation Development Association (VARDA), is a non-profit organization that has been making a significant impact in the public recreation world since its incorporation in 2004.
As we reflect on our past and present achievements, we take immense pride in what we've...
April fools 2023
Tourism Valemount and the Valemount and Area Recreation Development Association invite you to come celebrate Winterfest 2023.
April fools is on us this year. Join us in Valemount from March 31st to April 2nd as we give back to those who choose to #ridevalemount.
Details...
Let's celebrate Family Day! Saturday Feb 18th in the Allan Creek Staging area.
VARDA will be hosting a BBQ and social from 2-430pm on the Saturday of the Family Day Long Weekend. The intent is to greet riders as you come off the mountain with some food refreshments, music and smiles.
Food will...
Welcome folks!
Stoked to be firing up the 2022/23 Season
The precipitation is coming back and the temperatures are cooling off. Winter looks to be starting!
I will try to be brief here. If you ever have any questions at all, please feel free to reach out to us directly through the VARDA...
Hey all,
Its that time of year again. Believe it or not, our winter starts in August and it starts with a bang!
Since it’s incorporation in 2004, the Valemount & Area Recreation Development Association (VARDA) has been diligently working alongside many partners to improve the prosperity and...
Come watch X Games gold medalists Brett Turcotte and Brandon Cormier as they take to the air in downtown Valemount on Saturday April 9th starting at 7pm.
This event is proudly sponsored by Tourism Valemount and the Valemount and Area Recreation Development Association
Lets getter started. Stoked to see all of you soon!
Last wheeled attempt to access the Allan Creek shelter site was denied today!
30cm of snow and deeper wind drifts at 1800m
As normal, the gate at the 3km junction will be closed in the early season to prevent ice up of the main trail, but...
It is the most important time of year for us here at VARDA. August brings about our annual sponsorship / fundraising drive.
It’s no longer a secret that Valemount holds some of the best all season outdoor recreation opportunities in British Columbia. From the snow, to the water, to the dirt...
It is the most important time of year for us here at VARDA. August brings about our annual sponsorship / fundraising drive.
It’s no longer a secret that Valemount holds some of the best all season outdoor recreation opportunities in British Columbia. From the snow, to the water, to the dirt...
We are getting well into spring riding and we know that there are some amazing photos out there of riding in the Valemount area and those beauties should not be wasted. So…………….. ITS CONTEST TIME!
Here’s how it will work:
Submit your pics to us via email to info@ridevalemount.com (be sure to...
We've been quiet lately but certainly not idle.
Many of you have heard about the access issues up #clemina due to the bridge washout.. For the last several months, #varda has been working with government and stakeholders to work out a solution for the winter access route for the 20/21 season...
We have been getting a lot of requests for the date of our annual Alpine Area Work B.
DATE September 19th and 20th
We have now set the WHEN, so we wanted to get it out there, but the WHAT is still up in the air a bit. We have issues with the access to Clemina Creek shelter site and while...
The month of August bring about the most important times of year for us here at VARDA.
August is our annual sponsorship drive and we need help from our supporters now more than ever as we look forward to an amazing winter season ahead. I know you all have heard about our issues at Clemina and...
The month of August bring about the most important times of year for us here at VARDA.
August is our annual sponsorship drive and we need help from our supporters now more than ever as we look forward to an amazing winter season ahead. I know you all have heard about our issues at Clemina and...