Backcountry touring in the Fernie region is limitless. There is bowl upon bowl upon bowl of adventures to be had just outside of the Resort, most of which empty out to the highway. There is also endless ranges and areas away from the resort and the Lizard Range. Backcountry travel isn't without its risks. With the copious amounts of snow that Fernie receives it's not surprising that the avalanche hazard often becomes extreme. If you do decide to access the backcountry, make sure you are prepared, and that you are going with someone who knows the area. For more information contact the Elk Valley Ski Touring Association at evsta@fernie.com for more information.