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Hi All, Thanks for the support over the past several years! We are looking forward to another great season with a few adjustments to our program delivery this winter: AST 1 Classroom sessions will be conducted online via Zoom with two options: Dec 2&3rd 6-9:30pm OR Dec 12th full day. AST 1...

Hey Gang, Snow on the peaks around Fernie, BC yesterday morning! Our 2018-2019 avalanche education calendar is now available online at www.elkvalleysnowshepherds.com. We are offering a summer incentive of 15% off course registrations and guided days booked prior to October 1st. Companion Rescue...

Hi Ladies, Our team is stoked to announce that we are partnering with BOTH Stephanie Schwartz and Nadine Overwater this winter to offer two different Ladies Riding Clinics here in Fernie, BC. December 15/16: All-inclusive, lodge based season opener with Stephanie Schwartz (all abilities) March...

Hey Gang, Snow on the peaks around Fernie, BC yesterday morning! Our 2018-2019 avalanche education calendar is now available online at www.elkvalleysnowshepherds.com. We are offering a summer incentive of 15% off course registrations and guided days booked prior to October 1st. Companion Rescue...

Elk Valley Snow Shepherds is stoked to announce we will be partnering with pro-rider and clinician Stephanie Schwartz to host a ladies riding clinic in Fernie, BC on December 16-17, 2017. Saturday will focus on fundamental intermediate riding skills and sled set up to improve confidence and...

Elk Valley Snow Shepherds is stoked to announce we will be partnering with pro-rider and clinician Stephanie Schwartz to host a ladies riding clinic in Fernie, BC on December 16-17, 2017. Saturday will focus on fundamental intermediate riding skills and sled set up to improve confidence and...

Snowmobile AST2: Ready to take the next step in your backcountry education? The snowmobile specific AST Level 2 course will build on skills aquired during the AST1 program with specific development of avalanche theory, terrain recognition, avalanche rescue skills, route finding in avalanche...

Snowmobile AST2: Ready to take the next step in your backcountry education? The snowmobile specific AST Level 2 course will build on skills learned during the AST1 program with specific development of avalanche theory, terrain recognition, avalanche rescue skills, route finding in avalanche...

The Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 course is your 'Learner's Permit' for backcountry sled travel in avalanche terrain. This course is comprised of a minimum 7 hours of classroom education followed by one full day of instruction in the field. Participants can expect to learn how to recognize...

The Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 course is your 'Learner's Permit' for backcountry sled travel in avalanche terrain. This course is comprised of a minimum 7 hours of classroom education followed by one full day of instruction in the field. Participants can expect to learn how to recognize...

Snowmobile Avalanche Skills Training Level 1. Fernie, BC: January 21/22, 2017. Huge thanks to our friends on the prairies for all your support this winter! info@elkvalleysnowshepherds.com or 250-531-0703 for more info.

Snowmobile Avalanche Skills Training Level 1. Fernie, BC. January 21/22, 2017. Thanks for all the support from our friends on the prairies this winter! info@elkvalleysnowshepherds.com or 250-531-0703 for more info.

FREE Youth Companion Rescue Course in Fernie, BC march 28th, 2016. This event is free to youth ages 10-18 and will take place at Fernie Alpine Resort. Participants are not required to ski, snowboard, or sled during course (will be lift accessed and on foot for the day). More information on the...

FREE Youth Companion Rescue Course in Fernie, BC march 28th, 2016. This event is free to youth ages 10-18 and will take place at Fernie Alpine Resort. Participants are not required to ski, snowboard, or sled during course (will be lift accessed and on foot for the day). More information on the...

FREE Youth Companion Rescue Course in Fernie, BC March 28th, 2016. This event is free to youth ages 10-18 and will take place at Fernie Alpine Resort. Participants are not required to ski, snowboard, or sled during course (will be lift accessed and on foot for the day). More information on the...

FREE Youth Companion Rescue Course in Fernie, BC march 28th, 2016. This event is free to youth ages 10-18 and will take place at Fernie Alpine Resort. Participants are not required to ski, snowboard, or sled during course (will be lift accessed and on foot for the day). More information on the...

Thought we would share a few key backcountry and sledding resource links for the Elk Valley. Feel free to add if you have any other suggestions! Avalanche Bulletin South Rockies / Flathead / Lizard Range Avalanche Bulletin: Avalanche Canada Weather, Forecasts, and Field Observations Avalanche...

Two spots left in our Sled AST Level 1 in Fernie, BC this weekend. 250-531-0703 or info@elkvalleysnowshepherds.com to register. $325.

Sled AST Level 1 in Fernie, BC February 20 & 21, 2016. info@elkvalleysnowshepherds.com for more information.