SNOW report: Nov 11/11

11/11/11 and Remembrance Day and SNOW!

We have about 5 inches of snow. Heard that the #1 has closures and that #22 is really bad. #3 still pretty good and plow trucks are out. Here it is! Will make a really nice base. Its +2 and no end in sight. Cheers and Thank a Vet that we have the freedom to enjoy this! Verlee

Snow Report: Nov 6/11

Hi Gang,

Well we lost the snow we had from my last post but we have a skiff that fell on Friday and it is still here. Only a dusting though. Temps indicate that the snow we get from here on will stay though. Horses have all puffed out with winter hair. Get your vacation plans going, your avalanche course lined up and start checking your gear. Good idea to PULL YOUR CORD on your avy inflatable back pack at least once to know it works, feel what it takes and to have a refill inspection.

Cabin has been a lot of work for our family and it will be worth it. They are back at it again this week after a few days off to run home to Sask and vote.

Our Christmas and New Years and first week of Jan 2012 is already booked up. Looking forward to sending you big snow photos!

Cheers - V

Morning After Snow Report; Oct 29/11

Here's what we got last night. I am dreaming of a white Christmas - you?

Snow Report: Oct 28/11 SNOW

Well hello Gang!

We have a dusting of snow on the ground tonight - first real snow to hit the ground and stick here - now this is very optimistic. It certainly isn't noteworthy except that it is the first bit of snow here. Our mountain tops have been white for two weeks now from a stretch of rain we got down below.

Check out the avalanche training seminars - with Amber Woods and Zac's Tracs - hopefully you have been doing the online training to gear up your thinking. Time to go to the garage and start showin some love to your sleds. Make sure you hit the sled shows and see Jan Hoffman's cool new sled with Trax 2 Treadz.

Fernie Snowmobile Club have been working really hard adding to their trails - check out their website for updated info. Corbin Country Club has already been out to the cabins making plans and greasin' up the groomer. Crow Snow Riders are ready for big snow. Quadsquad.ca is also handing out their tickets for the next draw on the quads and many other excellent prizes accomodations and ATV merchandise certificates and A &E Racing and Marine has donated 10 helmets! Get your tickets there is $44,000 in prizes!

Okay - now that you are all pumped up - start planning your vacation days. The newest cabin will be up in Jan 2012 replacing the doublewide trailer but don't worry you like it just as much trust me. Cheers! V - hey SteveO - best day ever!

Quad Report: Sep 3/11 - Fire Ban done

Hi Gang,
Fire Ban for our area is done for now. We got three days of mist and rain and it cooled right off with there being ice on the pail of water I had outside this morning and frost. Now it is hot again and temps are supposed to be right back up in the 20's again this coming week. Trails are a lot of fun and quieter this time of year. Hunting has started so please be respectful of them. Read your maps from the www.quadsquad.ca to see which areas have hunting or seasonal closures on them.

I am booking up for July and August for next year. Cabin is in lock up and we should have it ready for Jan.

Sask residents make sure to bring proof of your quad insurance on your home insurance to produce if asked. During Hunting season the conservation officers are out and busier.

Ride safely, if you have a fire then please be diligent in containing it and putting it out thoroughly. Enjoy the fantastic fall weather we are having! Cheers, V

Quad Report: Aug 26/11: AB Fire Ban in Effect

Howdy Gang! Well the cabin is almost closed in - now we have to haul ___ to get it ready for winter. Not sure what the date will be but I will let everyone know as soon as I have a good idea.

Fire ban in effect - that means no open fires out there on the trail. It does not mean that the forest is closed - not the same thing. We got a little very warm, short shower two days ago but wasn't enough to take a chunk out of the dust. Volunteer to be the leader - its dusty. Has been really hot here (26 approx) for a while now. Mornings are cooler though - great for a coffee on the deck.

My family was out - almost all of them! Clayton and Linda were up from AZ. A lot of fun was had by all and the vistas were great to experience through their eyes for the first time. Wade and Jody and Clayton and Linda came back on their way home for another weekend of quad fun.

Congrats to Kayla and Jason who were here this week along with the Cardinals and MacDonalds who showed them the trails. Kayla and Jason got engaged out here! Looking forward to seeing both those crew again next year.

The Manitobians have arrive and Ed and his crew are set for putting on miles.

If you are considering Inn on the Border for your summer vacation next year I have to say - our regulars are rebooking a year in advance! We are encouraging long stays of 4 nights or more for a discounted rate. Our Thunder in the Valley is booked for 2012. We are also starting to have inquiries for dates in the winter. Have fun and ride safely! Cheers - Verlee

Quad Report: August 1st/11

It is hot! It is also dusty in the open spots. Nice and cool in the trees. What can I say - everyone who has been coming has been having a blast, covering lots of territory and enjoying the mountain air.

Quad Squad has sent out a notice: #117 on the map for Crowsnest area (north side) is on private land and there are horses being grazed in there so it has been posted to keep out. Please respect the land owner's property.

Just a couple of shots of fun at home here. Cheers, Verlee