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Fernie &Elk ValleyCultural Guidespring-summer 2019ElkValleyCulture.com TOURISMFERNIE.COM
spring-summer 2019 ISSUE #11A GUIDE TO ARTS, CULTURE AND HERITAGEIN FERNIE & THE ELK VALLEYFeatured Spring-Summer EventsThe Arts StationSpring-Summer Cultural EventsFernie Art WalkFeatured Artist: Marla DeboonFeature Mountain MarketsCulinary Notes on Fernie: Chef Jay SquiresFernie MuseumFernie Heritage WalkFernie Heritage LibraryThe KtunaxaCoal Mining in the Elk ValleySparwood Mural and Mine Artifacts Walking TourIconic Summer Photo LocationsAttractions ListingsComing This FallBisaro Cave—Heiko's Trail5681215171820222425262830323436The Communitiesof the Elk ValleyIn the heart of the majestic CanadianRocky Mountains, the Elk Valley is ahidden oasis of verdant landscapes,charming towns and abundantrecreation. For over 100 years,pioneers have travelled to the region,first in search of valuable minerals, andnow seeking a sanctuary focused onfamily, community and the beautifuloutdoors. Mining still forms the baseof a thriving economy that has nowdiversified and welcomes a variety ofartisans, small businesses, and an activeyear-round recreational and culturaltourism industry.View the Cultural Guide content and past issues onlineat ElkValleyCulture.comCover Image Painting By: Melanie MacVoy2tourismfernie.com #ferniestokePhoto Credit: Vince MoFERNIE is the largest and oldest ofthe 3 main communities in the ElkValley. A town rich in heritage, awardwinning architecture, and spectacularscenery, Fernie charms and delightsall ages. Whether strolling centuryold Historic Downtown, exploringthe unique geography, visiting artistsand artisans or revelling in the packedcultural calendar, there’s something foreveryone to enjoy.Pop: 5,249 Founded 1898Incorporated 1904SPARWOOD lies in the middle ofthe valley and is the first communityreached on entering from Alberta. Thetown’s name is derived from the localtrees that were used for manufacturingspars for ocean vessels. The townwas founded as a new home for theresidents of the temporary communitiesof Michel and Natal. Several art muralscan be seen here, depicting the strongconnection to coal mining, with someby Michelle Loughery who was bornin the area and went on to become aworld-renowned muralist.Pop: 3,784 Founded 1966At the head of the valley is ELKFORD,a small town with a passionate artscommunity. Writing, painting,photography, and pottery are amongthe popular endeavours, and wellknown glass artist Katherine Russellhas a working studio here. Elkford isthe gateway to the Elk Lakes ProvincialPark, a remote protected area borderingAlberta’s Kananaskis Country.Pop: 1,752 Founded 1971Credits: Writing by Rebecca Hall. Writing, editing and layout by Jikke Gyorki. Design byNancy Stevenson & Claris Media. Images by Vince Mo, Raven Eye Photography, Kevin McIsaac,Jikke Gyorki, Sparwood Chamber, Sparwood Museum, Fernie Museum, Columbia Basin Instituteof Regional History, Matt Kuhn, Mike McPhee, Elkford Market, Mark Gallup, Kyle Hamilton,Chris Istace, Disrict of Elkford3
GoldenBanff93CalgaryStopby the Elkford,KOOTENAYNATIONA LSparwoodand FerniePARKVisitor Centres tolearn more aboutthese areas!2FEATURed Spring-Summer EventsFor more details visit ElkValleyCulture.com/EventsBBQ CHEF CHALLENGESATURDAY, MAY 262:00 – 6:00 PMSTATION SQUARE, FERNIEPANO RAMAMO UNTAINRESO RTElkford, Fernie, andSparwood VisitorInformation CentresBRITISH(VIC) are part of the BCCOLUMBIAVisitor Centre Network.4595SINTAUNMOSparwoodTO CALG33 Celebrating the taste of Fernie andthe start of the summer culinarycalendar, the BBQ Chef Challengebrings together a dozen of Fernie’samateur and professional chefs for athrowdown over the grill. Each chefwill prepare unique dishes to sample;try them all for the ticket price of 50 which includes 2 drink tickets.93U.S.AELKFORD VICPH: 250-865-4015750 Fording DriveARYFernieCranbrookLAK E KKO CAN USAVisitor Counsellors areready to tell you about thelocal must-sees, where tostay, where to eat, whereto hike, where to bike,what to try and more. Stopby any one of the three ElkValley Visitor Centres forpersonalized assistance.A L B E R TAYCKROElkfordIDAHOHOURS:Until June 30: Mon-Sat, 9am-5pmJuly and Aug: Daily, 9am-5pmSPARWOOD VICPH: 250-425-2423141 Aspen DriveHOURS:Until May 16: Mon-Fri, 9am-4pmMay 17 - Sept 2: Daily, 9am-6pmFERNIE VICPH: 778-519-0748102 Commerce RoadHOURS:Until May 16: Mon-Fri, 9:30am-5pmMay 17 - Sept 2: Daily, 9:30am-5:30pmMONTANACANADA DAY WEEKENDJUNE 28 – July 1, 2019Wildcat Days in Elkford June 28& 29 features great family activities, fireworks, farmer’s market, theGrass Smash Volleyball Tournament, an unveiling of glass artistKatherine Russell’s latest workand more.A CULTURAL WEEKENDIN FERNIEAUGUST 9-11, 2019One of the biggest arts & cultureweekends in the valley kicks offwith Wapiti Music Festival onAugust 9-10. Black Pistol Fire,Carmanah, Nuela Charles andCranbrook Country-Roots bandThe Parsons will take to the stage,plus many more.Discover local galleries and studiosas they open their doors as part ofthe Columbia Basin Cultural Tour,then take in the annual Show N’Shine in Historic Downtown onSunday the 11th. For kids, there’sthe Griz Kidz Howl at the MoonCampout – a fully supervised overnight camping adventure at FernieAlpine Resort on the 10th, and onthe 11th experience Fernie’s greatest children’s festival Bibbity Bobbity Boo at Rotary Park – a carnivalof colour, activities, music, stories,bubbles and more. Fernie’sMountain Market happensalongside the festival.Canada Day Festival in Fernie July1 features the Annual CardboardBoat Race on Maiden Lake, livemusic on stage, the FernieMountain Market and tons of funfamily events on the grounds atCity Hall.5
The Arts StationWhere Art, Culture & History ConvergeWednesday Evening Outdoor Concert SeriesA vibrant and engaging space for thecreative community in Fernie featuringall disciplines of the arts for visitorsand locals alike. The Arts Station has avaried program of entertainment andactivities throughout the year includinglive concerts, screenings, workshops,theatre, art shows, and creative classesfor all ages.Living History in aHeritage BuildingFrom 1898 to 1964, the CanadianPacific Railway station was theeconomic and social hub of thecommunity. The current stationbuilding was completed in the springof 1909 after an earlier incarnationburned down in the Great Fire of 1908.The CPR donated the disused buildingto the City of Fernie and in 1987 theFernie Arts Council began the fouryear process of moving the buildingonto a new foundation and completelyrenovating the dilapidated structure.The former waiting room became thefoyer gallery and every other spacefound new life as studios, event space,and even a restaurant. The Arts Stationopened in 1990 as an indispensablebase for artists in the Elk Valley.6A HARDY TOWN – PERMANENTSCULPTUREIn the grounds of the Arts Station, AHardy Town is a permanent sculpturecommemorating the Great Fire of1908. The work is a collaborativeeffort from artist Michael Hepherand metalworker artist Paul Reimer.Although the devastating fire ofAugust 1908 razed the town in just90 minutes, no lives were lost. Theartwork reflects the impact the fire hadon Fernie’s architecture and the Cityordinance that followed, directing allfuture construction to be of fireproofmaterial. This sculpture is a testamentto the tenacity of the people of Ferniewho rose up through the ashes torebuild and endure, and a reflection ofthe town that fell but was not fallen.UPCOMING EVENTSThe Arts Station is a cultural hub forFernie and features a lively program ofentertainment and events throughoutthe year. Tickets can be found onEventbrite.ca or contact the ArtsStation for more information.Live theatre hits the stage this spring;One-woman play To See or Not toSee; Homecoming by Ruth Bieber onApril 27-28, is the intensely personalstory of an immigrant family in postwar rural Alberta. As Bieber is blind,the audience has the option of wearinga blindfold to experience the artist’sworld, and participants are invited backto watch the following day’s afternoonshow without blindfolds at no additionalcost. The Performance includes adiscussion following the show. 16 event. Tickets 16-22 on Eventbrite.On May 25, MomGuilt/DadGuiltis a hilarious sketch/comedy improvshow about the wonderful, exhausting,confusing, ridiculous world of parentingpresented by Cranbrook’s ComedyCircus Collective. Recommended for19 due to mature content. Doors at7pm, Tickets 16-22 on Eventbrite.The hugely popular WednesdayOutdoor Concert Series returns everyWednesday evening in July & Augustfrom 5:30pm-9pm. Live entertainmentis an eclectic mix of Canadian andinternational indie, roots, blues andmore. The event is free to attend, andthere’s beverage gardens, food trucksand a kid’s craft tent to keep everyonesatisfied. Limited seating, patrons arewelcome to bring their own lawn chairs.Summer Club Cre8 is regular programof creative fun for kids aged 5-12. Funand interactive art projects will keepkids occupied, with morning and/orafternoon options available. Half daysare 28 and full days are 56 per child,with sibling discounts available. Seeweekly calendar P.10 for dates.The foyer gallery features a seriesof temporary exhibitions by localartists, with free opening receptionsheld on the last Thursday of everymonth. Shows remain on display forapproximately four weeks.601 1st Ave 250-423-4842theartsstation.com7
Spring-Summer CULTURAL EventsCraft Fair3-53-534444Ride with Librarians5556 & 138 & 159101213-16Snow Valley Slam151722 & 2923252526293030Banner Project 2019Coal Miner Days831MAYSpring Yoga Retreat, Elk View LodgeSpring Yoga Retreat, Lizard Creek LodgeOpera Screening: Le Nozze Di Figaro by Mozart,The Arts StationLearn to Acrylic Pour Workshop, Elkford Arts CouncilLearn to Sew Workshop, The Arts StationSpring Craft Fair, Fernie Community CentreBook Launch: Fernie & Area Hiking Trails by Terry Nelson,Gear HubAcrylic Pouring Workshops, Elkford Arts CouncilDay of Decadence Spa Day, Fernie Senior’s CentreCinco De Mayo Celebrations, Nevados & The PubFocused Wheel Throwing Pottery Workshop, The Arts StationIntro To Handbuilding Pottery Workshop, The Arts StationSummer Opening Day, Fernie Golf ClubBeers & Queers Social, The Valley SocialMother’s Day Brunch, Best Western, Cirque,Park Place Lodge, Cast Iron Grill, Bridge BistroMining Month Mine Tours, Departures from Fernie,Blairmore & SparwoodMining Month Celebration BBQ , Titan Park, SparwoodClub Cre8 Kids Art Camp, The Arts StationFocused Wheel Throwing Pottery Workshop, The Arts StationLive Music: Christian Howse - The Letters Tour, InfiniteaFernie Community Yard Sale, Fernie-wideMonGuilt/DadGuilt Theatre Show, The Arts StationFernie BBQ Chef Challenge, Station SquareRide with Librarians, Fernie Heritage LibraryBooked! Fernie Writer’s Series Presents: Marina Endicott,Fernie Heritage LibraryExhibit Opening: David Pantuso - Images With A Twist,The Arts StationFernie Community Choir Spring Concert, Knox United ChurchJUNE1 Snow Valley Slam 2019 Demo Derby Tournament,Fernie Memorial Arena6 Banner Project 2019 Launch, The Arts Station7 Summer Opening Day , Island Lake Lodge7 Gallery Opening Event: Geisha to Diva: The Kimono ofIchimaru, Fernie Museum8 Untamed Kootenays Culinary Event, Island Lake Lodge7-9 Annual Coal Miner Days Festival, Sparwood14 Club Cre8 Kids Art Camp, The Arts Station14 Beers & Queers Social, The Valley Social17 Fathers Day Brunch, Island Lake Lodge & Cast Iron Grill19 Lemonade Social, Fernie Heritage Library19 Live Music: The Reverend Horton Heat, The Northern21-23 Clarity & Contentment Journaling and Yoga Weekend,Essential Yoga Studio21 National Indigenous People’s Day Potluck,Fernie Heritage Library22 Summer Opening Day, Fernie Alpine Resort23 Pop-Up Mountain Market, Fernie Alpine Resort27 Exhibit Opening: Tessa Stanley - The Simple Things,The Arts StationFor more details visit ElkValleyCulture.com/EventsOutdoor Concerts28-30 Wildcat Days, Elkford29 Public Art Unveiling: Katherine Russell - Pass in the Clouds,Elkford Community Conference CentreJULY1 Canada Day Festivities, Fernie City Hall Grounds,Sparwood Rec Ctr & Elkford Comm. Ctr1 Cardboard Boat Race, Maiden Lake3 Outdoor Concert Series, Station Square7 Guided Hike: Fossils & Geology, Fernie Alpine Resort10 Outdoor Concert Series, Station Square12 Beers & Queers Social, The Valley Social14 Guided Hike: Heiko’s Trail, Island Lake Lodge17 Outdoor Concert Series, Station Square20 Griz Kidz Summer Carnival, Fernie Alpine Resort21 Guided Hike: Mountain Wildflowers, Fernie Alpine Resort24 Outdoor Concert Series, Station Square25 Splish, Splash, Sploosh with DJ Jay Ray & the Happy Bus,Splash Park at the Aquatic Centre25 Gallery Opening: Lindsay Dew - Out Of Range, The Arts Station28 Guided Hike: Big White Peak, Island Lake Lodge31 Outdoor Concert Series, Station 30 - Sep 2118819-2227-29Splish Splash SplooshWapiti Music FestivalAUGUSTGuided Hike: Birds & Wildlife, Fernie Alpine ResortGuided Hike: Heiko’s Trail Prime Wildflowers, Island Lake LodgeOutdoor Concert Series, Station SquareBeers & Queers Social, The Valley SocialWapiti Music Festival, Annex ParkColumbia Basin Culture Tour, Various LocationsGriz Kidz Howl at the Moon Campout, Fernie Alpine ResortBibbity Bobbity Boo Children’s Festival, Rotary ParkDowntown Social: Show n’ Shine, 2nd AveGuided Hike: Spineback/Goldilocks, Island Lake LodgeShow n' ShinePerseid Meteor Shower Viewing Mountain Campout,Fernie Alpine ResortOutdoor Concert Series, Station SquareGuided Hike: Heiko’s Trail Overnight Wilderness Campout,Island Lake LodgeGuided Hike: Berries & Other Useful Plants, Fernie Alpine ResortOutdoor Concert Series, Station SquareGriz Kidz Howl at the Moon Campout, Fernie Alpine ResortGuided Hike: Spineback/Goldilocks, Island Lake LodgeOutdoor Concert Series, Station SquareGallery Opening: Peggy Black - Abstracts And OtherThoughts, The Arts StationGuided HikesWAM BAM Dirt Jump Jam, Fernie Dirt Jump ParkOut of the Box Dumpster Live Painting Event,Station SquareSEPTEMBERGuided Hike: Forestry, Fernie Alpine ResortLions Demolition DerbyPop Up Mountain Market, Fernie Alpine ResortGuided Hike: Heiko’s Trail, Island Lake LodgeChautauqua & Fall FairGillbilly Festival9
Elkford MarketWeekly Events & PROgrams Interpretive 2hr hike from Interpretive Centre atFernie Alpine Resort, 2pm Mini Griz Rangers half-day camps at Fernie Alpine ResortMONDAYS:Club Cre8 Club Cre8 Kids Art Camps at The Arts Station: June 24; July 8, 15, 29;August 12, 19, 26. Monday Date Night at Island Lake Lodge, June 10-October 7Tuesdays: Storytime at Fernie Heritage Library, for under 5’s, year-roundMine Tours from Sparwood VIC, 1pm, July - August 8 Movie Night, Vogue Theatre, 7pmForage & Feast Hike & Dinner at Fernie Alpine Resort, 5:30pmJune 25 - Aug 27Wednesdays:Interpretive Hikes Storytime at Fernie Heritage Library, for under 5’s, year-roundMine Tours from Sparwood VIC, 1pm, July - AugustElkford Riverview Market, 5pm-7:30pm, June 28-August 28Evening Outdoor Concerts at Fernie's Arts Station Square, 5:30pmJam Night at The Royal, 10pmWine Tasting Dinners at Island Lake Lodge, June 12-October2Thursdays: Jam Night at the Brickhouse, 10pm Team Trivia at The Pub Bar & Grill, 8pmFridays: Jam NightStorytime at Fernie Heritage Library, for under 5’s, year-roundMine Tours from Sparwood VIC, 1pm, July - AugustClub Cre8 Kids Art Camps at The Arts Station: May 3, 17, 31; June 14Sparwood Farmer’s Market, 4-7pm July 28 - August 30Live music at Loaf & Infinitea, 6/8pmLive Music and BBQ Pit at Kodiak Lounge - Raging Elk HostelSaturdays: Heritage Walking Tours with the Fernie Museum, 11am, 1pm & 3pm,June 8 - September 2, Private Tours also available by reservation Morning Yoga at Lizard Creek Lodge, 8am June 22 - Aug 31 Kids Scavenger Hunt, Pool Party & BBQ at Lizard Creek Lodge,June 22 - Aug 31 Live Music and BBQ Pit at Kodiak Lounge - Raging Elk HostelSundays:Heritage Walking Tour Heritage Walking Tours with the Fernie Museum, 11am, 1pm & 3pm,June 8 - September 2, Private Tours also available by reservation Birding & Breakfast at Fernie Alpine Resort June 23-Sept 1 Fernie Mountain Market in Rotary Park, 10am-2pm, July 7 - Sep 1 BBQ & Beats at Infinitea, 6pmBOOKINGS & INFORMATION:10Mine Tours in Sparwood call 250-425-2423Dinner reservations & Guided Hikes by Island Lake Lodgecall 250-423-3700Programs & Guided Tours by Fernie Alpine Resort & Lizard Creek Lodgecall 250-423-4655Heritage Walking Tours by Fernie Museum 250-423-7016Wild Nature Tours Private Guided Hikes call 250-423-3322Your Source for Art, Giftsand Elk Valley MementosMade Locally with Love@fernieartscoopPaintings Photography LeatherworkJewellery WoodworkDaily June 22 - September 2est. 2003Stained Glass & MosaicsSpring-Summer CULTURAL EventsCont.For more details visit ElkValleyCulture.com/EventsOpen Every Day!Art Cards/Prints Soap Textiles more!572 2nd Ave.
Fernie Art WalkWest to Fernie Alpine Resort & CranbrookEast to Visitor Centre & AlbertaHwy 3Rotary Park64th Avenue442312ACE FERGUSON STUDIO 6TH ST, between 1st & 2nd AVEA vintage restored bus is now anairy gallery and workshop for artistKate Moran.THE ARTS STATION & AHARDY TOWN SCULPTURE601 1st AVEA new artist is featured eachmonth in the foyer gallery of theformer Canadian Pacific RailwayStation. Outside, the permanentsculpture by Michael Hepher andPaul Reimer evokes the legacy ofthe Great Fireof 1908.THE ROYAL HOTEL501 1ST AVEOn the back deck is a graffiti wallmural by Liam Monaghan, and avintage truck in surrealist style byMilarkey.5The Royal HotelAiden Lindsay MuralsHISTORICDOWNTOWN FERNIE2nd Avenue: Shopping, Dining & Attractions10 11 12 13 231N1st AvenueAIDEN LINDSAY MURALSBy the CASTLE ON 1ST AVESpot the bright and colourfulmountain scene in the alley andtake a selfie with your ownangel wings.FERNIE MUSEUM GALLERY491 2ND AVE2nd Floor gallery featuringthought provoking temporaryexhibitions.6FERNIE CENOTAPH401 4TH AVEA classical tribute to the lost soulsof WWI by Emmanuel Hahn.7THE MINERS WALK501 3RD AVEFeaturing Ironwork sculptureby Fernie Forge, The Face ofthe Miner by Jeff De Boer, andinterpretive panels.8Fernie is scattered with charmingpieces of unique local art – watch fornew banners every year on lightpostsin the downtown area and on thehighway; hand-painted dumpsterscan be found all over town.3rd Avenue8CPR Train TracksThe Arts Station17th Street75Discover the galleries, artisans and public art of Fernie on this self-guided tour.In addition to below drop into local gift shops and coffee shops for more artworkand locally-inspired products, including; Polar Peak Books, Mugshots Café, CoalTown Goods, The Green Petal, Big Bang Bagels, Lunchbox, Freshies & Giv’ErShirtworks. Accessible, paved sidewalks Approx. 60-90 minutes6th Street5th Street4th StreetCity Hall9Fernie Arts Co-opTo Hwy 3To Hwy 35th AvenueCourt HouseFERNIE BANNERS& OUT OF THE BOXELEMENT 7 NINE592 3RD AVEHandcrafted gold & silverjewellery by Matt Martin.Hardy LindsayTown SculptureAidenMuralsCenotaphElement 7 Nine13
Fernie Art Walk CONT.9EYE OF THE NEEDLE STUDIO11& GALLERY AND BLUE FERNSCULPTURE 260 5TH STA working craft studio and galleryfeaturing the work of over a dozenartists including resident blacksmithand textile artist Sandra Barrett in a 12heritage building.10 STEPHANIE’S GLASS &ART STUDIO 532 2ND AVEWorking stained glass andsandblasting studio with additionalwork by guest artists.BRIAN POLLOCK GALLERY532 2ND AVEFine art landscape photographyfeaturing local and Canadiansubjects.STUDIO 562 562 2ND AVEOriginal landscapes and portraits byLeanne Stothert.13 FERNIE ARTS CO-OP572 2ND AVE2D & 3D art, crafts and homewaresby over 60 local artists featuring theregion and lifestyles of the Elk Valley.Stephanie's GlassDumpster 'Out Of The Box' ArtAfter your walking tour, visit these additional locations:CHAINSAW CARVER 1439 McDONALDAVE/HWY #3Chainsaw
12 Mother’s Day Brunch, Best Western, Cirque, Park Place Lodge, Cast Iron Grill, Bridge Bistro 13-16 Mining Month Mine Tours, Departures from Fernie, Blairmore & Sparwood 15 Mining Month Celebration BBQ , Titan Park, Sparwood 17 Club Cre8 Kids Art Camp, The Arts Station 22 & 29
